The Summer 2026 issue of Mountain Biking UK magazine (#461) goes on sale today – don't miss it!
This month, we hit the hills on a selection of very different hardtails to see where they shine and where they fall short.
We test the latest radial tyres from Specialized, Schwalbe and Vee, along with Troy Lee Designs’ Stage Stunt helmet and Auckland's unique full-suspension bike.
On the features front, we take a deep dive into 32in wheels, visit Renthal to see how a product goes from the drawing board to the dirt, and dodge bears in the Balkans.
All this, plus maintenance mistakes to avoid, behind the scenes of a bike launch, how to fix riding back pain, Mint Sauce and much more!
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