A New Year Between Momentum and Resistance – Why the Crisis Is Over, but the Real Work Begins Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report Dear riders, readers, and friends —welcome to the new year. A new year always feels like the first tracks in […]
Why this route is more than a race – and how you can ride parts of it yourselfPublished by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report There are trails that test your legs – and others that test your soul.The Stone King Rally belongs to the latter. […]
A behind-the-scenes look at a project that never truly took off Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report When Porsche and the Pon Group launched the P2 E-Bike GmbH in 2022, the vision sounded ambitious: a new premium e-bike platform built in Stuttgart, backed by […]
A look at why Europe’s favorite bike park pass continues to deliver Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB News The Gravity Card enters a new season and once again, 2026 shows why this pass has become one of the most important tools for gravity riders […]
Published by the Radical Life Studios / MTB Report E-bike theft remains one of the biggest concerns for riders worldwide. At CES, Bosch eBike Systems presented a new digital theft-protection feature that could fundamentally change how stolen e-bikes are handled on the market. Rather than focusing […]
Why the suspension giants are fighting for relevance – and why the industry needs a reality checkPublished by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report Look at Fox and RockShox right now and you’ll see the same pattern:both companies are pushing hard to hold their position as […]
Why stepping away from direct-to-consumer might actually make things betterPublished by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report Öhlins has always stood for precision, control, and that unmistakable gold finish you can spot from a distance.But 2026 marks a turning point for the Swedish suspension icon.After a […]
Why racing, sweat and heartbeats matter more than algorithms and analytics again.Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report After years obsessed with motors, watts and data, the MTB world is rediscovering its roots: racing, effort and emotion.2025 marked a turning point – riders are craving […]
How passion, craft and authenticity are overtaking the corporations.Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report The big players are busy restructuring.The small ones are busy riding.And that’s exactly why they’re winning. Across Europe, boutique builders and independent brands are taking the spotlight – not with […]
A year full of debates, developments and real movement is coming to an end.Trail access, industry changes, community voices, nature –none of this should ever be taken for granted. Thank you to everyone who stays informed, thinks criticallyand still keeps the love for mountain biking alive. […]
Why parks are popping up everywhere – and whether growth still means progress.Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report Europe is in full bike-park fever.From Norway to Italy, new parks open every season.It’s a tourism gold rush – but also a question of balance.Are we […]
Between range obsession, charging paranoia and the truth from real riders.Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report Everyone’s an expert when it comes to e-bike batteries.“Never charge above 80%.” “Always store at room temperature.” “Don’t let it drop below 20%.”Sounds scientific – but most of […]
Arrests, fake MTB components, and a safety risk many riders still underestimate Published by the Radical Life Studios / MTB Report Just before Christmas, a case became public that underlines how serious product counterfeiting in the bike industry has become.In a coordinated international operation, manufacturers, online […]
Published by Radical Life Studios / MTB Report On December 20, 2025, the mountain bike community around Hanover will take to the streets for a bicycle demonstration. The reason: the uncertain future of the officially approved mountain bike trails in the Deister forest. At first glance, […]