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How to fix headset play on an eMTB: a safe step-by-step guide
A loose MTB headset usually announces itself with a knock under braking, vague steering or a small movement at the head tube. The fix is often straightforward, but the order matters: the top cap sets bearing preload, while the stem clamp bolts secure the stem to the steerer. This guide explains how to fix headset…
Best MTB multi-tools 2026: ten trail-ready tools for mountain bikes and eMTBs
Ten MTB multi-tools compared, plus chain-compatibility checks and a practical way to check bolt access, consumables and trail-repair readiness.
How to wash waterproof MTB clothing and restore water repellency
Knowing how to wash waterproof MTB clothing can save a good jacket or pair of trousers from being written off too early. When rain stops beading and the outer fabric becomes dark and saturated, the garment may need cleaning and renewed water repellency. That is different from a torn membrane or a failed seam, neither…
Hunt Enduro V3 rims go on sale separately for wheel repairs and custom builds
Hunt Enduro V3 rims are now being offered separately, giving riders a way to rebuild a damaged wheel or use the alloy rim design with a different hub. Hunt announced the standalone range on 2 September, with a US price of $119 per rim. The company’s UK store lists the 29in and 27.5in rear rims…
Best kids MTB helmets 2026: 10 helmets for young trail riders
The best kids MTB helmets for 2026 are not simply smaller adult lids with brighter colours. A child’s helmet has to fit a smaller head securely, remain comfortable enough that it is actually worn and suit the riding in front of them. A lightweight open-face helmet makes sense for family trails and blue routes; a…
How to set MTB brake levers for better eMTB control
Learning how to set MTB brake levers is one of the quickest ways to improve comfort and control on an eMTB. The goal is not to copy a professional rider’s steep lever angle; it is to place each blade where one index finger can brake strongly while the wrist stays neutral and the other fingers…
How to bed in eMTB brakes: a safe step-by-step guide
Learning how to bed in eMTB brakes is essential after fitting new pads, rotors or both. Controlled stops transfer a thin, even layer of pad material onto the rotor, building consistent friction. Skip the process and a correctly installed brake can still feel weak, noisy or inconsistent. The exact sequence varies by manufacturer, so use…
Best cadence for an eMTB: how fast should you pedal on UK trails?
The best cadence for an eMTB is not the fastest speed your legs can manage. For most steady climbs, 70–90 revolutions per minute (rpm) is a useful starting range, but roots, rocks, grip and pedal clearance will often force you to slow down. The aim is to keep the motor working smoothly without spinning so…
Selle Italia takes the SLR saddle off-road with new SLR XC range
Selle Italia has moved one of its best-known road saddle families into mountain biking with the new Selle Italia SLR XC range. Unveiled around the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships on 27 August, the five-model line is aimed at cross-country and marathon riders rather than broad, heavily padded trail-bike comfort. The shape is recognisably…
How to check eMTB battery health and know when capacity is fading
Knowing how to check eMTB battery health starts with separating charge percentage from usable capacity. An eMTB battery can still charge to 100 per cent while storing noticeably less energy than it did when new. The display shows state of charge: how full the battery is now. Battery health is the remaining usable capacity compared…
Nicolai R20 MGU AON Edition: 200mm e-downhill bike revealed
The Nicolai R20 MGU AON Edition takes a simple, slightly unhinged question seriously: what happens if a World Cup-style downhill bike can pedal itself back to the top? The answer is a limited-production 200mm e-downhill machine built around the Pinion Motor.Gearbox.Unit, a Gates belt and much of the geometry and rear-suspension thinking used by the…
How to transport an eMTB safely on a car rack
Learning how to transport an eMTB safely starts with one number: the carrier’s maximum permitted load. A modern full-power electric mountain bike can weigh 23–27kg before mud, bottles and accessories are added. Two of them can exceed the capacity of a roof rack or an older towbar carrier long before anything looks obviously overloaded. The…
