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Best water bottle for MTB 2024 – our experts rate the top options available
By Josh Ross last updated
Buyer's Guide With the right water bottle for mountain biking you can stay hydrated and perform at your best
Best XC mountain bikes 2024 – the fastest bikes we’ve tested for cross-country, downcountry and trail
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide We select the best XC mountain bikes for flat-out cross country and marathon racing, as well as fast, efficient recreational riding
Best mountain bike pedals 2024 – our favorite clipless and flat mountain bike pedals
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Check out our pick of the best mountain bike pedals, covering all the options from trail and cross-country to enduro and downhill mountain biking
Best budget MTB wheels 2024 – performance boosting bargain upgrades
By Jim Bland last updated
Buyer's Guide These bargain MTB wheelsets will make your bike faster and more responsive – whatever your style of riding
Best tubeless tire sealant for bikes 2024 – expert choice for MTB, gravel and road tires
By Guy Kesteven last updated
Buyer's Guide Buying the best tubeless tire sealant means less time fixing flat tires and more time riding your bike. Find out everything you need to know to pick the right sealant for your riding needs
Best mountain bike knee pads 2024 – we review and rate 8 top knee pads for all kinds of MTB
By Richard Owen last updated
Buyer's Guide MTB knee pads will protect your legs from the inevitable crashes and falls. We've taken the hits to find you 10 of the best
Best MTB body armor 2024 – we test the 6 top options for protection and comfort
By Mick Kirkman last updated
Buyer's Guide Mountain bike protection for the upper body comes in the form of padded vests and jackets. Here’s the best MTB body armor you can buy for trail, enduro and DH
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