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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…
E-Bike Positive moves into BA and ACT stewardship as UK cycling trade doubles down on safe, UK-legal e-bikes
From Thursday 1 January 2026, the E-Bike Positive campaign has moved into joint guardianship of the Bicycle Association (BA) and the Association of Cycle Traders (ACT). That change might sound administrative, but it is actually a clear statement of intent: the UK cycle trade wants a single, recognisable banner for promoting safe, UK legal e-bikes…
10 reasons to buy an eMTB in 2026
If you’ve been hovering over the idea of an electric mountain bike for a while, 2026 is an unusually sensible year to make the jump. The eMTB market has matured to the point where buying an eMTB is no longer a niche move for early adopters or riders chasing big numbers on a spec sheet.…
The best eMTBs to buy in the January sales 2026
January is one of the smartest times to buy an electric mountain bike in the UK because it’s when retailers typically clear out remaining stock, discount last-year colourways, and sharpen prices on bikes that have been sitting in specific sizes. The catch is that January sales eMTB deals are rarely “one size fits all”: a…
UK eMTB enduro 2026: key dates now confirmed for Ard Rock, Pedalhounds and the National Championships
If you want your 2026 riding season to have shape—and you want your training rides to feel like they are building towards something—January is the moment to lock in dates. The UK eMTB enduro 2026 calendar is already taking form, with major events publishing confirmed weekends and series organisers posting full round schedules. For riders,…
Crossworx PACE290: new full-power enduro eMTB targets hard riding with Bosch CX
Crossworx has launched the Crossworx PACE290, a new full-power enduro eMTB built around 29in wheels, long-travel suspension and Bosch’s latest Performance Line CX system. It’s positioned as a steep-and-rough, ride-it-hard machine rather than a mellow trail all-rounder, and it’s exactly the kind of model-name story that can perform well in search early on. What the…
SRAM MGU patent: an integrated 12-speed motor-gearbox could make the derailleur optional on future eMTBs
The SRAM MGU patent has become one of the most talked-about eMTB tech stories heading into 2026 because it hints at a future where shifting is moved away from a vulnerable rear derailleur and into a sealed, integrated system around the motor. For UK eMTB riders, that matters for a simple reason: drivetrains live a…
Five things we’re excited for in 2026: the eMTB changes that should make rides better
Electric mountain bikes have reached an interesting point. Power and range still matter, but the most exciting eMTB trends for 2026 are less about headline numbers and more about how an eMTB behaves as a mountain bike when the trail is steep, wet, rooty, and slow-speed technical — which, realistically, describes a lot of UK…
Bosch hasn’t bought Magura — but it has taken full control of MBPS
Over the past week, a rumour has done the rounds that “Bosch has acquired Magura”. It’s an easy misunderstanding to make because the names are intertwined, but it isn’t what’s actually been announced. What Bosch eBike Systems has done is acquire MAGURA’s remaining 50% stake in the joint venture called MAGURA Bosch Parts & Services…
Thule VeloSpace 3 bike rack launched for e-MTB riders
Electric mountain bikes are heavier, longer and yet more capable than their acoustic siblings, and that has made choosing the right car rack much more complicated than it was in the days of short-travel analogue trail bikes. Higher system weights, longer wheelbases and wider handlebars all put extra demands on a towbar-mounted bike rack, especially…
Canyon debuts five-star rated Deflectr MTB helmet
Canyon has launched its first mountain bike helmet, the Canyon Deflectr MTB helmet, aiming it squarely at trail riders who want a modern half-shell lid with a clear focus on impact protection, comfort and ventilation. The headline claim is a strong one: Canyon says the Deflectr arrives with Virginia Tech’s five-star safety rating and is…
How to choose the right e-MTB size
Getting the right size electric mountain bike matters more than most people expect, and not just for comfort. A well-sized e-MTB is easier to control on steep descents, more predictable on slippery climbs, less tiring over long rides, and generally feels like it’s working with you rather than against you. Get sizing wrong and even…
