Compare the best bike chains and cassettes for 2026: KMC E12, Shimano XTR and SRAM X01 for e-bikes and MTBs, plus compatibility and wear tips.
A simple three-phase bike maintenance schedule: pre-ride M-Check, monthly care and an annual service, with intervals for MTB and e-bike riders.
Learn how to spot bike component wear on your chain, cassette, brakes, tires and bearings, and when to replace each part.
Buying a used bike? Here's what to inspect, replace and service first, plus the extra diagnostics a used e-bike needs.
Dropper post sinking, slow to return or wobbling? Learn the 5 most common faults, what to check yourself and when to book a service.
Battery fading, motor noise, power loss, weak brakes or error codes? Here are 5 warning signs from a Bosch mechanic and what to do about each.
Ebike pros and cons without the hype: longer rides and group riding versus extra weight, price and complex servicing. Is an e-MTB right for you?
Everything about choosing, cleaning, lubing and replacing your chain, plus speed compatibility and wear limits, from the MTB Evolution workshop.
Learn how to dial in low-speed and high-speed rebound and compression on your FOX fork or shock, in 5 simple steps from the MTB Evolution workshop.
Road, MTB, gravel or e-bike? Learn how to match a bike to your terrain, frame size and budget before you spend a single euro.









