Best MTB grips 2023 – models that will improve your bike's comfort and handling control
Buyer's guide Wherever you ride, choosing top MTB grips will give you maximum comfort and control on your bike
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DT Swiss has updated its workhorse 350 gravel and road hub range
News The DT Swiss 350 is a popular hub found in many different wheelsets and has just been updated on its gravel and road versions
Best XC tires 2023 – the fastest mountain bike tires for maximum speed and control
Buyer's Guide Cross-country mountain biking might prioritize speed over puncture protection, but the best XC tires are durable, grippy and pliant enough to keep you in control on the trail
Best cheap MTB pedals 2023 – flat and clipless options that won't break the bank
Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best cheap MTB pedals you can buy, whether you're looking to go flat or clipless on the trails
Best mountain bike forks 2023 – the best front suspension for trail, XC, enduro and downhill
Buyer's Guide The best mountain bike forks will add speed and control to your riding. Here are our top picks for every mountain bike discipline
Best mountain bike brands 2023 – our pick of the top companies
Buyer's Guide From the pioneers to the new kids on the block, Bike Perfect uncovers the brands that have shaped the mountain bike discipline
Leatt 7.0 HydraDri review – cold weather boot for flat pedal MTB use
Review Leatt’s new 7.0 HydraDri boot adds winter warmth and waterproofness for flat-pedal riders
Bright Racing Shocks Skunk suspension fork – the best-looking trail option on the market?
News Bright Racing Shocks has just released the Skunk fork, which blends high-end engineering with Italian design flair
Silva Spectra A bike light review – brilliant light, dreadful bike fit
Review Silva’a Spectra A light is the most powerful we’ve ever used, but switchgear, battery design and bar mount are remarkably rubbish
Best mountain bike tires 2023 – top trail, XC and gravity options for ultimate grip and speed
Buyer's Guide The best mountain bike tires will provide plenty of traction to your riding experience while balancing durability, control and speed
Best MTB trail tires 2023 – ultimate grip and fast rolling for fun on the trail
Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best MTB tires for trail riding, blending weight, braking traction, and directional control
Best budget mountain bike lights 2023 –ride after dark for less money
Buyer's Guide The best budget mountain bike lights should have decent brightness, standard features and a fair price
Best budget bike upgrades 2023 – pimping up your MTB needn't cost a fortune, here's how to do it for less
Buyer's Guide Ten ways you can massively improve your bike without giving your wallet heart failure
Best MTB mudguards 2023 – keep the mud off your bike and body
Buyer's Guide The best MTB mudguards and fenders to protect you and your bike in muddy conditions
How to install cleats on bike shoes – five top tips to get you clipped-in comfortably
Feature There’s more to installing a set of cleats on a bike shoe than just bolting them on, here are our handy tips for fitting cleats
Velocio Alpha winter glove review – slim and warm winter bike gloves
Reviews Velocio Alpha winter gloves use Polartec Alpha Direct insulation to achieve low-bulk winter warmth
Could the latest Samurai range from Intend be the best suspension forks you've never heard of?
News The Intend BC Samurai range now consists of four models of unique upside-down forks from downcountry to gravel with some truly high-end manufacturing
Northwave Kingrock Plus GTX review – aggressive soled, cold weather biking boots
Review With its Gore-Tex and fleece-backed liner and meaty Vibram sole, the Northwave Kingrock Plus GTX is the perfect boot for cold weather biking but can it cut it when things start to melt?
Dynaplug launches the Covert handlebar tool in the UK
News Dynaplug has released the Covert Bar tool, which discretely stores its tubeless repair plugs inside your mountain bike and gravel handlebars
