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Bosch’s UK dealer training starts on 22 October: what matters for eMTB owners
Bosch’s next UK and Ireland training season covers new systems, service and Flow security. Here is the practical relevance for existing eMTB owners.
Canyon Spectral:ON CF 9 switches to Avinox M2S power for £6,699
Canyon’s new £6,699 Spectral:ON CF 9 gets an Avinox M2S motor, a 700Wh battery and a redesigned carbon chassis. Here’s what changes, and when deliveries begin.
12 Pivot e-bikes stolen as remaining UK demo tour dates cancelled
Pivot says 12 e-bikes were stolen during its UK Test Tour. Remaining demo days at Pedalabikeaway and Ride Innerleithen have been cancelled.
Goobz-E puts Avinox power in a titanium enduro eMTB prototype
The Goobz-E combines a titanium frame with Avinox M2S power, but it remains a prototype with UK pricing and availability still unconfirmed.
Whinlatter red MTB trails stay open as forestry work diverts blue routes
Whinlatter’s red north and south trails remain open, with diversions on Quercus Blue, Gorse and the Thornthwaite bridleway during forestry operations.
Atherton Bikes confirms factory fire; nobody injured
Atherton Bikes has confirmed a fire at its headquarters and factory in Machynlleth, with nobody injured and everyone safe. In a statement issued on 11 October, the company said it expects disruption to production and deliveries, although the extent of the damage remains unclear. The company praised Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service…
Intradrive GD8 enters production: Scottish gearbox eMTBs move closer
Intradrive has moved its GD8 motor-and-gearbox system into UK series production, bringing a Scottish alternative to the familiar motor, cassette and rear derailleur closer to production eMTBs. The announcement, dated 8 October, names Obscur and Alutech as its first bike partners at Roc d’Azur. The immediate milestone is delivery to bike manufacturers, rather than a…
Crankbrothers Trail Seal shoes target rain running in at the ankle
Crankbrothers has introduced waterproof Stamp and Mallet Trail Speed Lace Seal shoes, with an adjustable ankle wrap aimed at a familiar winter problem: rain and trail spray finding their way into the opening above an otherwise waterproof upper. The 8 October launch adds flat-pedal and clip-in versions. For eMTB riders planning longer assisted laps through…
Kenda Ripper targets the gap between XC and enduro tyres
Kenda has introduced the K-SERIES Ripper, a trail and all-mountain tyre intended to sit between its fast XC rubber and heavier enduro options. Announced on 5 October, it is aimed at both conventional mountain bikes and eMTBs. A middle ground for everyday trail riding The design pairs broad tread blocks with a dual-layer rubber compound.…
Red Bull Rampage 2026: UK times and how to watch on 8 and 10 October
Watch Red Bull Rampage 2026 in the UK: women on 8 October and men on 10 October, with both broadcasts starting at 5pm BST.