Mountain Bike Rider - May 2022

In this issue

FIRST RIDES
Trail bikes don’t have to come with 150-160mm travel, Canyon reckons, and to prove it the direct-sales giant has launched the new Spectral 125, with minimal travel and aggressive geometry ideal for big terrain. Will it prove undergunned or slot nicely into the new breed of short-travel rippers? Plus, we ride the mixed-wheel size Evil Insurgent MX 29 and the Santa Cruz Chameleon hardtail.

TESTED: TRACK PUMPS AND SHOCK PUMPS
Every rider needs a track pump – it’ll help you to quickly inflate your tyres and seat a tubeless bead too. And unless you’re riding exclusively on coil-sprung suspension front and rear, you’ll also need a shock pump to dial in your sag. We’ve got six of each on test, covering all price points..

SKEM TRAILS

Thanks to Tawd Valley MTB Trails there’s now a lot more to Lancashire’s Skelmersdale than Sixties’ urban sprawl

5 mins

5 BIKES YOU'VE PROBABLY NEVER HEARD OF

Global supply chains may be struggling but there are plenty of smaller brands striving to get their products onto the trails. Here are five upstarts with new models in the works

4 mins

LAKELAND MUST-RIDES

The South Lakes offers real mountains, trails that range from mellow to hairy, Instagram-friendly views, and pubs and tea shops galore. What more do you want?

2 mins

First rides

SWINGING A LEG OVER WHAT'S HOT THIS MONTH

10+ mins

THANK YOU, MOUNTAIN BIKING

Mountain biking sometimes plays rough, but ultimately it gives us more than it takes, moulding us into skilful, resourceful, and ultimately happy people… albeit with some scars to back up the memories

9 mins

MIDSOMMAR NIGHT'S DREAM

Åre in northern Sweden is Scandinavia's mountain biking hub. With one of the largest bike parks in Europe, adventurous trail riding and vibrant bike culture, this little mountain town is a bike destination to put on your bucket list

10+ mins

STEPPING IT UP

Spring is here and conditions are (hopefully) getting drier; time to take your riding to the next level by tackling more technical trails

7 mins

HIGH-PIVOT IDLER ENDURO BIKES RADICAL RIPPERS

DH racers have been getting busy on idler bikes for years but does the design translate to enduro? We test two machines from Forbidden and GT

10+ mins

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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.