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Where do you stash your mobile phone and car fob when riding gnarly, steep downhills? Personally I don't trust it on the handlebars even though I have a good Mous mount. Carrying in a side pocket does not seem like a good idea either. For a while I considered a lanyard but that seems unwise if...

Just getting my confidence back after a 3 year lay-off due to personal circumstances. I mostly ride Blues and Reds at FOD in the UK as well as the Malverns and Penyard. I think I have finally mastered the small drops that one encounters on these trails. I do the Blues at a fair lick so I'm...

What's the best app for finding and navigating trails in the UK? I'm not interested in recording rides nor social media features which seem to be the main selling points of some apps. I am aware of Strava, Komoot and Tailforks which all require a subscription but I don't want to commit before...

Is there a case for grading sections of trail similar to how traditional rock climbs are graded in the UK? This would involve an overall grade for the whole trail and a seperate grade for specific sections. At my local centre, FOD, many of the Blacks are quite easy in the top half and only...

I've just been watching videos from two professional MTB instructors with regard to handling small drops and they give contradictory advice. One (American) says maintain the attack position and push your butt back. The other (UK) says straighten the arms to push the handle bars forward as you...

How do I judge what is the right level of protection for knee pads. I only ride blues and reds and I'm beginning to get comfortable with small drops offs and taking some air. I have no desire to do big jumps. I have a pair of Fox Endura which are comfy and I forget I'm wearing them. I also...

I have seen conflicting opinions on this. Everyone agrees that you need to push the handle bars forward but there seems to be a difference of opinion with regard to body position. Some say butt back, others say keep it above the seat. I'm just returning to MTBing and would like to improve my...

I have heard that padded shorts cannot have fly because it would interfere with the support that chamy liners provide. I'm 77 and find it a bit of a nuisance so I'm considering replacing the chamy with some incontinence pants :) Seriously though is it not possible to have a fly? Al

New FF helmet; new problem. Does anyone have a solution for using a water bottle whilst wearing a full face helmet (I've just bought the helmet and this issue did not occur to me). I would like a cage bottle that does not have any overly complicated unhygenic valves. So I was thinking a bottle...

I'm an average size man weighing about 80kg. I watched some videos regarding setting the sag on my Fox rear shock and feel a little uncertain. To achieve the 25%- 30% sag recommended all the riders, who look to be a similar build to me, are putting about 135psi into their shocks. I'm up to...

I currently have a quadlock system that is very secure but the case is a little on the bulky side and getting the phone on and off can be awkward. Does anyone have any experience with the Mous system? The case is slimmer, allegedly offers better protection and mounting is easier but I have...

A few days ago I rode the Free Miners trail at FOD, taking in the new Boneyard section. It left me with mixed feelings about the changes that have been made since I last rode it. It was less rooty, less independent and although some parts were better, overall it didn't feel as good. I don't...

I'm close to needing some new brake pads and after lots of research I'm more confused than when I started out. I have Shimano MT520 components but when I look on Wiggle etc. that never gets a mention. What would people recommend? I would like something that feels as though it's doing a little...

Done a search but things look a little out of date now so: Is there a way to fit my Kiox BUI330 display to the top tube of my Orbea Wild. I've seen references to 3D printed adaptors but there is no information about getting hold of them. Al

I've just got back into EMTB ing after a long........................... layoff. I have an Orbea Wild that is just right for my limited skill set. I mostly ride Blue and Red down hill trails at FOD with a few off-piste ones thrown in for good measure. I have managed to get all my spares...

Can anyone recommend a good stable stand for an electric mountain bike. I'm not looking for a maintenance stand but something like a parking stand where the front or rear wheel fits in. I have a plastic one but the bike is too heavy for it. Al

Where do you store your phone and car keys when riding the more challenging trails when parting company with the bike is more likely? I don't like to carry a back pack unless I have to, on a long ride for example, so that's not an option. Al

What are peoples opinions? After some research I have decided to give them a try. There seems to be a split in opinion. Those coming from a flattie background love them those who use clipless don't. I think this is perfectly rational and understandable view but I would be interested to hear...

I won't be getting out much on my Orbea Wild over the winter months. It's kept in an attached garage but is there anything I should be doing to keep it in good condition, especially with regard to the battery and tubeless tyres? Al

For some reason I find it much easier to turn my bike upside down and present the wheel to the frame in that manner. The issues with this are: 1. The bike is a little unstable when I get to the point that it is resting on the saddle. 2. I have to cover the saddle to prevent damage. 3. I also...