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Best bike torque wrenches 2024 – torque your bike bolts to perfection
By Paul Norman last updated
Buyer's Guide Never overtighten a bolt again with our pick of the best torque wrenches and torque keys
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Best MTB grips 2024 – our testers picks of the best models that will improve your mountain bike's comfort and handling
By Colin Levitch last updated
Buyer's guide Choosing the best MTB grips will give you maximum comfort and control of your bike wherever you ride
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Best shock pumps 2024 – our testers' pick of high-pressure pumps for the ultimate tuning
By Richard Owen last updated
Buyer's Guide MTB and gravel shock pumps that will get your suspension settings exactly where you need them – every time
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Best mountain bikes 2024 – our guide to picking the right mountain bike for you
By Graham Cottingham last updated
Buyer's Guide We breakdown everything you need to know to choose the best mountain bike and have a great time on the trails
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Best MTB hip packs 2024 – ditch the bag and travel lighter on the trails
By Graham Cottingham last updated
Buyer's Guide Whether you call them MTB hip packs, bum bags or fanny packs, they all offer a little extra storage for those who want to ride bag-free without sacrificing storage for essential items
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Best MTB travel bags and boxes 2024 – the safest way to pack your bike for travel
By Colin Levitch last updated
Buyer's Guide Our expert round-up of the best mountain bike travel bags and boxes to buy for your next trip abroad
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Best winter MTB boots 2024 – we test top weatherproof mountain bike boots for winter riding
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Proper winter MTB boots can help prevent the inevitable misery of mountain biking with frozen feet. Here’s our pick of the best footwear for when temperatures head south
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Best MTB jackets 2024 – we review the 8 best jackets on the market
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Our testers pick the best MTB jackets that allow you to beat the bad weather and ride year-round
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Best budget MTB forks 2024 – our expert choice of affordable dampers that will enhance your ride
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Decent budget suspension forks that will add control, grip and predictability to your mountain bike
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Best full-suspension mountain bikes 2024 – we put the top XC, downcountry, and trail MTBs to the test
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Which full-suspension mountain bikes are the pick of bunch for XC, downcountry, and trail riding? We've tested the best full-suspension machines for whatever you ride