With almost 3 million square miles of landmass, the best US mountain biking destinations will test even the most hardened rider. Here we explore the top 5 MTB trails in United States. **Originally published in 2012 this article was updated…
The best UK MTB destinations are up there with the top spots in Europe, offering everything from rugged mountains to ancient woodlands. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a beginner, bike park lover or seeking scenic natural trails, the top…
Looking for epic off-road rides? Then multi-day MTB routes in France are hard to beat. From the Pyrenees to the Alps, and the Central Massif to the Med to the options are endless. Lucky for you we’ve pulled together the…
As a teen I loved the British rave group Utah Saints. So when invited to the the US for a Utah MTB holiday review I knew Something Good was going to happen. Off I flew to Salt Lake City, with…
The bulk of this article was written in 2015 after a mountain biking holiday in Arc 1950 in the summer of 2014. I since returned in the summer of 2024 for a further review of Les Arcs MTB. Below you’ll…
Last summer, I enjoyed a downhill MTB holiday in Les Gets. I had the privilege of staying at Chalet Louis, one of the finest chalets in the area. Check out this review of Chalets 1066 mountain biking holiday to find…
Trying to decide what type of mountain bike to buy? Can’t decide whether to get a hardtail vs full suspension MTB? Then read this handy guide comparing the two in order to make an informed choice. Brief history of MTB suspension It is hard to…
Looking for a large and varied downhill bike park and enduro mountain biking area? Then check out this Saalbach mountain biking review. Together, Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Leogang and Fieberbrunn are Austria’s biggest bike park. But does this provide the best Austria…
In this guide to 16 different types of mountain biking we’ll take you from freeride to fatbiking to four cross. You’ll find out about the varied MTB styles and disciplines. Updated 17th March 2021 – there are now 18 different…
Want to ride the best MTB in Ireland? With friendly locals, stunning scenery, world class single track and excellent beer so do we! With that in mind we have pulled together the top 10 Irish mountain biking trails to ride…
If you live in, or are visiting, the UK’s capital, you may not have considered the possibility of London mountain biking. The lack of mountains and urban spread mean you need to leave the city to hit the trail, but the best places…
Looking for a luxurious mountain biking trip in a stunning destination? Then a Val Gardena MTB holiday in Ortisei might be just the ticket. Check out this review of Adler Dolomiti and the epic mountain biking holiday they offer in…
Populated by skiers and snowboarders in the winter months, when the snow thaws many French ski resorts are taken over by another breed of extreme sports fanatic: downhill mountain bikers. As with ski holidays it can be expensive so we…
Famous as the site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, Chamonix has joined the worldwide trend of ski resorts that become mountain bike parks for the summer months. As with skiing here, although Chamonix mountain biking holidays are suitable for…
Named after the Latin word for dogs and not the birds (the birds are, in actual fact, named after the island) the Canary Islands are located off the north east coast of Africa. A sub-tropical archipelago of incredible natural beauty,…
I spent six days in Avoriaz with my family last summer and despite the weather not playing ball we certainly had one. Car free, child friendly and with lots of activities suitable for the whole family – oops, I have given away the…
Avoriaz is located in the centre of the Portes Du Soleil, one of the most extensive MTB playgrounds in the world. I headed there in August for a summer family holiday and did enough riding to write this review of Avoriaz mountain biking…
As a newer breed of mountain bike, 29ers have been the cause of some heated debate in the MTB fraternity in recent years. To some purists, their larger wheels look ridiculous – like oversized cartoon bikes. Yet they seem to…
Ischgl is famed for its winter sports and wild après scene, but this Tirolean gem has a summer secret to share. The mountains are covered in world class singletrack, adrenalin pumping downhill, bike parks and enough trail variety to keep beginner to…
Making the most of the natural conditions and facilities in ski resorts, summer mountain biking holidays with Alpine Elements offer sun, fun and relaxation. As well as good access to some of the best mountain biking parks and lift accessed…
