Josh Ibbett smashes South Downs Double record: 17h 47m 30s
Josh Ibbett has just smashed the South Downs Way Double record, recording a staggering time of 17h 47m 30s for the 200 mile route from Winchester to Eastbourne and back. As Bikemagic readers will...
View ArticleJosh Ibbett’s record-breaking South Downs Double ride
The South Downs Way, a 100 mile bridleway route along the historic South Downs from Winchester to Eastbourne, the Neolithic version of a motorway. There’s 3810m of climbing in the 100 miles and hardly...
View ArticleJosh Ibbett reveals his South Downs Double secrets
Breaking the South Downs double record is something I had been dreaming of for quite a while. It’s been a long time in the making and the actual ride itself represented a very small amount of the...
View ArticleVideo: You’ve got to start young
Proof, if it were ever needed, that the best way to hone your riding skills is to start young. Very young. Not much hope for us oldies then. This cracking video demonstrates the awesome skills of...
View ArticleThe road to Cape Epic 2012: How to stick out like a sore thumb
What do you do after a couple of hours on a fat tyre funster? Go and hang out in a tea room and replace that burnt energy with some much needed cake. I’ve only started riding off-road recently, though,...
View ArticleViewranger Trail Share Competition: Latest winners announced
Mountain biking is a sport built on exploring the countryside and discovering new trails. Our Viewranger Trail Share competition has let you share your favourite rides – and given you the chance to win...
View ArticleThe road to Cape Epic 2012: A look at the route
Go on, scare yourself: The 2012 Absa Cape Epic route has been announced. Fear is a great motivator. It makes waking up in the morning a little more interesting. Apparently, because of our larger...
View ArticleWinter Riding Top Tips: Rich Rothwell shares some advice
In this new series we’re asking some of the UK’s most recognised mountain bikers to share their winter riding tips. Winter presents a challenge to all mountain bikers, but hopefully we can learn some...
View ArticleChasing the dream: Josh Ibbett writes for Bikemagic
Introducing our newest contributor, Josh Ibbett is the current South Downs Way Double record holder and is aiming for the top spot this season. And he’ll be keeping us updated every turn of the pedal....
View ArticleGoing to the Alps this summer? Here’s some tips…
Heading abroad for some gravity riding? Here’s some tips to make sure you’re prepared and get the most of your holiday, from how to setup your bike to what to pack. Make the most of your time in the...
View ArticleMel Alexander: Training for ABR 2014 from my perspective
Mel Alexander is heading to the 2014 Andalucia Bike Race to challenge in the mixed pairs category. The post Mel Alexander: Training for ABR 2014 from my perspective appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleBlog: Project Prophet
There’s still life in 26ers yet, I tell you... The post Blog: Project Prophet appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleWinter Training or Simple Damage Limitation?
Paul Trimble is getting in tip-top shape in preparation for the Goshawk Challenge event. The post Winter Training or Simple Damage Limitation? appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleSteve Peat Rides Stunning Scotland
Here's a nice vid from with none other than Steve Peat riding some nice singletrack in snowy Scotland. The post Steve Peat Rides Stunning Scotland appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleInterview: Jarno Hoogland of The Blast Events
We speak to one rider who has managed to make his passion into a way of life. The post Interview: Jarno Hoogland of The Blast Events appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleDesert Dreaming with SRAM
Two of SRAM's riders take to the trails and we get a sneak at the latest products... The post Desert Dreaming with SRAM appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleCameras in Racing – What’s the Deal?
Rachel Fenton gives us an insight into the thinking behind banning of rider-worn cameras at BC sanctioned races. The post Cameras in Racing – What’s the Deal? appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleTracy Moseley: Latest Travels and Racing
Tracy has been racing all over the world in enduro and XC events! The post Tracy Moseley: Latest Travels and Racing appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleThe Opposite Pedal: S is for Sick
Clive Forth tells us all about his sick. Oh no, read that wrong, it's all about rad mountain biking vocabulary. The post The Opposite Pedal: S is for Sick appeared first on Bike Magic.
View ArticleSix trails and places we want to ride tomorrow
Need inspiration? Here are six trails to add to your must-ride list. The post Six trails and places we want to ride tomorrow appeared first on Bike Magic.
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