Components & Accessories

Buyer’s guides to eMTB tyres, tubeless products, mudguards, pedals, lights, locks and other components and accessories for UK trail riding.

Best eMTB lights for night riding 2026: eight UK picks
Eight lights for UK MTB and eMTB night riding, with current offers, exact kit contents and practical guidance on beam shape, runtime and mounting.
Best MTB sunglasses 2026: trail-ready glasses for UK mountain biking
The 100% S3 Photochromic is our Best Buy for changing UK trail light. Compare nine MTB sunglasses for lens performance, coverage, fit and value.
Best MTB grips 2026: 10 lock-on grips for comfort and control
Compare ten MTB grips by diameter, shape and clamp design, with DMR DeathGrip 2 our all-round pick and options for smaller budgets and larger hands.
Best MTB pedals 2026: grippy flats and reliable clipless options
The best MTB pedals 2026 fall into two very different camps. Flat pedals let you move your feet, dab quickly and step off without thinking about a release mechanism. Clipless pedals lock the shoe into a consistent position and can feel calmer through rough sections once clipping in and out becomes second nature. Neither system…
Best MTB hip packs 2026: 10 waist packs for UK trails
The best MTB hip packs carry trail essentials without covering your whole back. Larger models can also carry water and a compact spare layer. That can make them more comfortable than a backpack on warm climbs, while the low lumbar position keeps the load close to the rider when the trail becomes rough. A useful…
Best tubeless sealant for eMTB 2026: 10 trail-ready options
The best tubeless sealant for eMTB riding is the one that suits your tyres, puncture risks and maintenance routine. A liquid that is easy to inject can make regular top-ups simple; a formula with more fibres or crystals can bring different installation requirements. Neither approach removes the need for the right casing, a sound tubeless…
Best MTB handlebars 2026: 10 cockpit upgrades for trail and eMTB riding
The best MTB handlebars put your hands where you can steer accurately, stay relaxed and balance your weight between the wheels. Width, rise and sweep matter more than chasing carbon or the lowest weight: even an expensive bar is a poor upgrade if its shape does not fit you. The Renthal FatBar 35 V3 is…
Best winter eMTB tyres 2026: 10 options for mud, snow and ice
The best winter eMTB tyres need to answer two different UK problems. Wet mud, roots and cold rock call for suitable tread and rubber; hard ice calls for studs. A tyre that works well in soft ground does not become a safe ice tyre simply because the temperature falls, and snow can conceal both surfaces…
Best eMTB mud tyres 2026: 10 options for soft UK trails
The best eMTB mud tyres need to find purchase in soft ground without losing their shape under a loaded bike. Open tread, suitable rubber and enough casing support all matter, but the right choice depends on whether your ride is deep slop from start to finish or a mixture of mud, roots, rock and firmer…
Best eMTB trail tyres UK 2026: 10 front and rear options
Choosing the best eMTB trail tyres for UK riding starts with getting the front and rear of the bike working together. The front needs to hold a line, remain predictable across uneven ground and support braking loads. The rear must transfer motor assistance into climbing traction, control speed and cope with repeated impacts. A good…