Round 7 of the 2026 UCI Downhill MTB World Cup took place in Les Gets, France over the weekend. Harriet Harnden and Max Alran mastered the ever-changing course conditions to claim their maiden UCI Downhill World Cup victories. The French round also saw Valentina Höll secure a fifth Women Elite overall title. Elite Women’s Highlights:\ Elite Men’s Highlights: Elite Women’s Results (Top 10) 1st ...
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Sam Hill | Brendan Fairclough | Steve Peat in Les Gets – Three Legends POV
Downhill Mountain biking legends, Sam Hill, Brendan Fairclough, and Steve Peat reunite in Les Gets, France, for a fast and loose POV lap down the iconic World Cup track. Get behind the scenes as these iconic riders drop in together, blending pure nostalgia and raw bike handling in a rare chance to see these legends of the sport sharing laughs ...
Read More »WATCH | Swatch Nines Bike 2026 Riders Awards
Swatch Nines entered a new era in Sölden, Austria last week as BMX and Mountain Biking shared the same playground for the first time. The result was a week of groundbreaking riding, unexpected collaborations and some of the most talked-about moments in the event’s history. The occasion also marked the launch of the event’s new identity: Swatch Nines Bike. Formerly ...
Read More »Lightweight Confidence for Gravity Riding – Leatt Gravity 5.0 Helmet Review
When it comes to gravity Mountain Biking, riders want a helmet that can do more than just meet safety standards. Comfort, ventilation, weight, fit, and confidence all play a role when racing, riding the bike park or hitting your local steeps. That’s exactly where the Leatt Gravity 5.0 helmet positions itself. Designed as a race-ready full-face helmet, the Gravity 5.0 introduces technologies ...
Read More »Built to Shred – Garmin Edge MTB Put to the Test by a Downhill Racer
For riders chasing speed, precision, and progression on the trail, having the right tools can make all the difference. As the demands of mountain biking continue to evolve, cycling computers are no longer just about recording rides – they’ve become an essential part of training, analysis, and performance improvement. Fresh off claiming the 2026 South African Downhill Mountain Bike Championship ...
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