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Best tyres for UK eMTB riding: grip, casing and puncture protection explained
Choosing the best tyres for UK eMTB riding can completely change how an electric mountain bike feels on the trail. Tyres influence grip, braking, climbing traction, comfort, rolling speed and puncture resistance more than almost any other component on an eMTB, yet many riders still underestimate how important the right tyre setup can be once…
Avinox hits back at claims high-power eMTB motors are reckless
Avinox has pushed back against concerns that high-power eMTB motors are inherently reckless, arguing that bigger output figures should not automatically be confused with higher speed, lower control or greater risk on the trail. The statement comes after the launch of the new Avinox M2S motor, one of the most talked-about electric mountain bike drive…
Why eMTBs wear brake pads faster: the hidden cost of electric mountain bikes
Why eMTBs wear brake pads faster is something many riders only discover after a few months of ownership. Modern electric mountain bikes are heavier, faster and capable of covering far more ground than traditional mountain bikes, which means components experience significantly more strain during everyday riding. While tyres, chains and drivetrains often get most of…
Best brake rotor sizes for eMTBs: are bigger rotors really worth it?
Choosing the best brake rotor sizes for eMTBs has become far more important as modern electric mountain bikes continue getting heavier, faster and more capable. A few years ago, 180mm rotors were considered more than enough for most trail riding, but today many full-power eMTBs arrive with 200mm or even 220mm rotors fitted as standard.…
Do eMTBs need more powerful brakes? Why braking matters more on an electric mountain bike
Electric mountain bikes have transformed modern trail riding. Riders are climbing further, descending more often and covering significantly more ground than they would on a traditional mountain bike. But while most conversations around eMTBs focus on motors, batteries and range, one of the most important components on the entire bike is often overlooked: the brakes.…
Endura MT500 Mips review: the trail helmet you forget you are wearing
The Endura MT500 Mips is not the sort of mountain bike helmet that shouts for attention once you are riding, and that is one of its biggest strengths. It has plenty going on technically, including Mips, Koroyd, deep trail coverage, an adjustable visor, eyewear storage and a clip-on mount for a light or camera, but…
Troy Lee Designs A3 Mips review: premium trail protection with deep coverage and serious airflow
The Troy Lee Designs A3 Mips is a premium open-face mountain bike helmet built for riders who want deep trail coverage without moving to a full-face lid. It sits in the serious trail, enduro and eMTB space, with Mips rotational protection, EPS and EPP impact construction, a Fidlock magnetic buckle, a 3-way adjustable visor and…
Peaty’s Monarch Pro MTB grips launch with new damping core
Peaty’s has expanded its grip range with the Peaty’s Monarch Pro MTB grips, a higher-performance version of its existing Monarch grip aimed at riders who want more comfort, control and durability from one of the bike’s most important contact points. The Peaty’s Monarch Pro MTB grips keep the tapered shape and rider-focused options of the…
Canyon Deflectr review: odd-looking safety tech, surprisingly normal on the trail
The Canyon Deflectr is not a normal-looking mountain bike helmet once you spot the HighBar system. Instead of a conventional strap arrangement, it uses a more structured under-chin retention design that looks unusual at first and immediately makes the helmet feel different before you even ride in it. Add in Canyon’s RLS safety technology and…
Canyon Spectral:ON CF 7 review: brilliant frame, budget build compromises
The Canyon Spectral:ON CF 7 is exactly the sort of electric mountain bike that makes riders stop scrolling. A full-suspension carbon eMTB, an 800Wh battery, Shimano motor support, 160mm of front travel, 155mm at the rear and a sale price of £3,279 is hard to ignore. On paper, it looks like one of the best-value…
Bluegrass Rogue Core Mips review: a seriously comfortable trail helmet in a crowded market
The Bluegrass Rogue Core Mips is the sort of open-face trail helmet that should make immediate sense to eMTB and mountain bike riders. It has extended coverage, Mips rotational protection, a Fidlock buckle, a proper retention system, decent goggle compatibility and enough ventilation to work hard on climbs without feeling like a sweaty plastic bucket.…
Giant Explore E+ 1 review: a high-tech trekking e-bike that genuinely feels special
The Giant Explore E+ 1 sits in one of the most useful parts of the modern e-bike market. It is not a true electric mountain bike, and it should not be judged as one. Instead, this is a trekking or SUV-style electric bike built for commuting, mixed-surface riding, family exploring and the kind of off-road…
