MTBSA article archive

Gears Inside, Adventure Ahead: Obscur and Alutech Introduce GD8 e-MTBs

Obscur and Alutech introduce Intra Drive GD8 e-MTBs. Explore the gearbox, battery and suspension details—and what South African buyers should check.

All the Latest MTB News and Reviews - MTBSA September 2026

September’s gear show brings industry news together with POC Barocon helmet and PNW Range grip reviews.

Does Handlebar Compliance Actually Improve Comfort? | MTB Handlebar Shootout

Nine handlebars compared in the lab and on the trail: MTBSA contributor examines compliance, comfort and steering feel.

A discussion starter on battery choices and suspension feel, drawn from the topics in the supplied forum thread.

An overview of the Race Pro launch details supplied in Magura’s MTBSA Q&A, including lever construction and rotor compatibility.

PIT BITS - Lake Placid USA World Cup DH

MTBSA contributor visits the Lake Placid World Cup pits for rider interviews, mechanic stories and bike setups.

PIT BITS - Whistler World Cup Downhill

A look behind the scenes as teams prepare for the Whistler World Cup downhill race.

Community Watch: Chromag’s Prototype Steel Freeride/DH Bike

A source-linked discussion about a prototype Chromag bike and the interest around its frame construction.

Goomes Takes Third Women’s Rampage Title: 2026 Results

Robin Goomes leads Hannah Bergemann and Kirsten Van Horne in the women’s Rampage results supplied in this race report.

MTBSA - Lake Placid World Cup Downhill

Follow MTBSA’s Lake Placid World Cup downhill coverage through the original video page.

MTBSA - Whistler World Cup Downhill

World Cup downhill riding from Whistler, filmed by MTBSA contributor for MTBSA.

Ready for Wet Trails? Crankbrothers Seal Riding Boots

A closer look at the Stamp and Mallet Seal waterproof riding shoes, with reported first-ride impressions and fit considerations for South African riders.

Desert Lines, Big Commitment: Watch the 2026 Women’s Rampage Finals

Settle in for the women’s Red Bull Rampage finals from Virgin, Utah. Watch the replay and share your standout moments with the MTBSA community.

Explore Race Face Era SL cranks, the carbon handlebar and Turbine SL stem, with key specs and buying considerations for South African MTB riders.

Revel El Jefe Grande: Titanium Hardtail Thinking Goes 32-Inch

Revel’s El Jefe Grande moves its titanium hardtail platform to 32-inch wheels. Developed from the Concept Labs prototypes shown at Sea Otter, the production frame uses revised geometry and a 3D-printed head tube designed around the demands of the larger wheel format.

Review: Teewing Flux One Pro - A Self-Shuttling Freeride Sled

Teewing first hit the e-bike market one year ago with the 150mm-travel Turbo Force, which used an Avinox M1 motor. The bold, orange marble paint job turned heads, but their latest bike in the line attracts attention for a different…

Marginal Gain Orient: Two Chainrings Without a Front Shifter

The Marginal Gain Orient revisits the two-chainring drivetrain with an unusual idea: let the chainline choose the front ring. Instead of a conventional front derailleur, a diagonal transition section guides the chain between two parallel rings as the rear derailleur moves across the cassette.

WRP CentreHub: Letting the Chainring Move Without Pulling the Pedals

Williams Racing Products is developing a Bi-Directional CentreHub that allows the chainring to rotate independently of the cranks while coasting. The goal is to reduce chain feedback at the pedals without adding the engagement delay normally associated with extra rotational freedom.