Our most anticipated MTB trends for 2019

We speculate what the future holds for mountain biking

Our most anticipated MTB trends for 2019

Mildred Locke

Published: January 7, 2019 at 12:01 am

2019 is upon us, and we’re looking far ahead. In this video, the BikeRadar team talk about what they’re looking forward to most in the world of off-road cycling this year.

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What we’re looking forward to in 2019

Joe Norledge: SRAM Eagle eTap
Aoife Glass: Longer reach on women’s specific bikes
Reuben Bakker-Dyos: DJI Osmo Pocket
Jack Luke: Fox Live Valve system
Alex Evans: More vertical compliance, as seen on the Scott Ransom 900
Seb Stott: Linkage forks

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Mildred’s a utilitarian cyclist at heart, determined to do everything on two wheels, whether it’s shopping, commuting or moving house. She’s spent the past three years volunteering as a mechanic and workshop coordinator at the Bristol Bike Project, and now sits on its board of directors. Her expertise in bikes — and what people want out of them — comes from working in real-world bike shops and learning the ins and outs of the industry. At home on slicks and knobblies alike, Mildred’s ideal ride covers long distances through remote countryside, on mixed terrain that offers a bit of crunch. She’s easily won over by steel frames coupled with a 650B/plus-tyre combo, and is currently riding a Surly Bridge Club.