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Big-wheeled beast that still likes to party

Big wheels meet big travel in this purpose-built enduro racer

Is its performance as high as its pivot?

The best Enduro yet, but still not perfect

Peppy e-bike with exceptional climbing prowess

Skinny steel and big tyres ensure go-anywhere versatility

Ghost enters the bike park/freeride ring

Can the big-wheeled Foxy justify its big price tag?

Value-rich e-bike that loves the climbs

Whyte’s new shorter-travel 29er is a radical ripper if you like your XC riding properly extreme

Significant updates and subtle refinements

Characterful wagon-wheeled speed machine

Better on paper than on the trails

Budget price, premium performance

Kona’s new 29er is a beautifully-balanced aggro all-rounder

Sheffield born-and-bred aluminium party starter

Nimble-handling 29er with improved suspension

Progressive geometry but poor value for money

Top-shelf, competition-ready jump bike

Is this beast ready to rip or will it go up in flames?

Race-ready DH demon you might not have considered

It’s no looker, but does its innovative design give it an edge?

More trail-focussed with size-specific, four-bar suspension

Lively trail bike that’s a real blast to ride