Mountain Bike Rider - September 2023

In this issue

TRANS SNOWDONIA
Covering 140 miles from Machynlleth to Conwy, the Traws Eryri is the latest long distance trail from Cycling UK. It gets truly wild and is a must-ride for adventure seekers.

MANON CARPENTER
We catch up with former world champ and World Cup winner Manon Carpenter – still shredding, but now making films and pushing for trail advocacy rather than split times..

HAVOK REIGNS

After a long hiatus, slight relocation and a whole lot of digging, Havok Bike Park is back; welcome to Havok 2.0

5 mins

AL-ABOARD

Four new alloy e-bikes at down-to-earth prices

3 mins

HOT STUFF

WHAT WE'RE EXCITED ABOUT THIS MONTH

3 mins

LATE SUMMER LOVIN'

Classic UK holiday hotspots that really shine when the crowds have gone

2 mins

HEAD SPACE

New guidance reveals how to spot concussion, and how best to treat it

4 mins

CANNONDALE MOTERRA NEO CARBON 2

It’s got more suspension tunes than a Hitchcock movie, but will this Moterra thrill us or chill us?

5 mins

SWEAT AND SLATE

We ride 140 miles through Snowdonia on Cycling UK's newest and gnarliest long-distance trail

9 mins

STORM FORCE

Manon Carpenter may have retired from downhill competition, but her new role as a trail advocate is achieving results far beyond the race track

8 mins

100% GLENDALE GLASSES

When it comes to eyewear, having a large lens not only offers a lot more protection from trail splatter, it puts the frames further out from your field of view, allowing you to focus on the terrain in front of you. The Glendale is absolutely vast, and actually has a lens size akin to a full downhill goggle, so you literally can’t see the top or sides of the frame.

1 min

DMR STAGE 2 MTB RAIL SADDLE

DMR's new Stage 2 MTB Rail is one of those new/old products. The shape and construction are identical to the existing Oi Oi saddle, but the company has wrapped it in a new skin and added some harder-wearing reinforcement to the edges. It's also toned down the lairy graphics; this saddle only comes in plain black.

1 min

Read all stories from {{magazineName}}

Mountain Bike Rider Magazine Description:

Mountain Bike Rider Magazine is a monthly magazine published by Future. The magazine is aimed at mountain biking enthusiasts of all levels. Mountain Bike Rider Magazine features articles on a wide range of topics, including:

* Bike reviews: The magazine reviews new and used mountain bikes from all major manufacturers.
* Mountain biking trails: The magazine covers mountain biking trails around the world, including reviews of difficulty, scenery, and amenities.
* Mountain biking skills: The magazine provides tips and advice on mountain biking skills, such as how to climb, descend, and corner.
* Mountain biking fitness: The magazine features articles on mountain biking fitness, such as training plans and nutrition advice.
* Mountain biking culture: The magazine features articles on the mountain biking culture, such as fashion, events, and travel.

Mountain Bike Rider Magazine is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about mountain biking. The magazine is known for its high-quality photography, its informative and engaging articles, and its commitment to providing its readers with the latest news and information about the mountain biking world.