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Best MTB saddles for comfort 2024 – 6 top-rated butt-pleasing perches for mountain biking and off-road cycling
By Paul Brett published
Buyer's Guide The most comfortable MTB saddles, regardless of terrain will make a huge difference to your off-road riding, here's our top picks of the most posterior-friendly seats around
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Best mountain bike saddles 2024 – the top 6 most highly rated MTB seats we've tested
By Richard Owen last updated
Buyer's Guide Whether pounding out the miles or winching back to the top of the trail is your thing, here is our round-up of the best mountain bike saddles
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Best women’s MTB saddles 2024 – comfortable women-specific off-road saddles
By Aoife Glass last updated
Buyer's Guide The best women's MTB saddles perform well and keep you comfortable for hours on the trails, here's our pick of the best
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Best mountain bike wheels 2024 – the lightest cross-country options to the strongest downhill MTB wheels
By Paul Brett last updated
Buyer's Guide Upgrading to the best mountain bike wheels is one of the most significant modifications you can make to your bike, resulting in better overall control and more speed on the trail
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Best chains for mountain bikes, gravel and road
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Boost your performance with Bike Perfect's roundup of the best chains for mountain bikes, gravel and road
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Best gravel bike wheels – top-rated wheels rated by our experts
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide The best gravel bike wheels borrow tech and ideas from both MTB and road, but which are the best for you?
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Best mountain bike lights 2024 – top MTB lights reviewed and rated by our test team
By Richard Owen last updated
Buyer's Guide Ride your favorite trail at night with the best mountain bike lights
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Best MTB trail tires 2024 – we test 12 totally sorted options for hitting the trails
By Paul Burwell last updated
Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best trail-orientated MTB tires for ultimate grip, support and predictability in all conditions
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Best e-MTB tires 2024 – 9 top-rated tires tested by our experts
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Maximum tire grip and carcass toughness are crucial for making the most of your e-MTB, here's our expert pick...
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Best mountain bike shoes 2024 – 14 top-rated flat and clipless MTB shoes tested by our experts
By Rich Owen last updated
Buyer's Guide Our expert pick of flat pedal and clipless mountain bike shoes that are comfortable, secure, durable and will give you an excellent connection to your bike