Monthly Archives: August 2012 - Page 4

Dirt 100

2012 Dirt 100: Scott Grenade Pro Knee Guards

In many ways they’re very similar to our long term favourite Troy Lee T–Bones, but rather than having a hard shell main protector these have...

2012 Dirt 100: Scott Grenade Pro Knee Guards
Racing

Downhill Mountainbiking in the Olympics?

Olympic fever has gripped the nation and indeed the Dirt office, we’re loving it. So I thought I’d throw out the question: “Do you think downhill...

Downhill Mountainbiking in the Olympics?
Dirt 100

2012 Dirt 100: POC Trabec Race MIPS

Two hundred quid might seem like a hell of a lot for an XC lid, but we actually think this one is worth it, and...

2012 Dirt 100: POC Trabec Race MIPS
Racing

Big Balls British 4X on the beach this weekend

A preview of rounds 5 and 6 of the Schwalbe British 4X Series which kicks off this weekend. Schwalbe British 4X Series preview – Round 5...

Big Balls British 4X on the beach this weekend
Videos

Whistler: A locals guide with Stevie Smith and Ian Morrison

Whistler local Ian Morrison shows Devinci World Cup rider Steve Smith the sights and smells of the bike park! http://mpora.com/videos/AAd8kur1j3he   Whistler. International melting pot. Mountain biking mecca....

Whistler: A locals guide with Stevie Smith and Ian Morrison
Videos

The Whistler Trail Crew in 'Dedication'

The Whistler Trail Crew are the trail builders and riders responsible for building the and maintaining Whistler’s famous trails...

The Whistler Trail Crew in 'Dedication'
Videos

Watch Crankworx Whistler Events Live on Dirt!

Crankworx 2012, a monument to gravity, a testament to passion, kicks off this weekend in Whistler, BC! And the good news is that you can watch...

Watch Crankworx Whistler Events Live on Dirt!
Racing

Travis Pastrana challenges you...to something bonkers!

Forget Challenge Anneka, daredevil loon Travis Pastrana is challenging you to do something slightly more extreme than a three day charity make over of a...

Travis Pastrana challenges you...to something bonkers!
Dirt 100

2012 Dirt 100: Giro Section

Classic piss pot styling meets high–end ‘in–mould’ manufacturing is what this lid is all about, and we love it. When you can get a lid...

2012 Dirt 100: Giro Section
Videos

Strength in Numbers: Free Whistler Section

An absolutely amazing segment at Whistler Bike Park from Anthill Films Strength in Numbers that just screams out at you to go ride bikes!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAmVoFFs28A One version...

Strength in Numbers: Free Whistler Section
Dirt 100

2012 Dirt 100: Leatt DBX Comp III

The jury still seems to be out on whether or not neck braces are just the latest fashion accessory or a life saving piece of...

2012 Dirt 100: Leatt DBX Comp III
News

Fetish Bikes UK Gravity Enduro Series 2012 rd#4 Eastridge

Neil Donoghue takes the win in the Eastridge woods at rd#4 of the UK Gravity Enduro. Fetish Bikes UK Gravity Enduro Series 2012 RD4 Eastridge woods, Shropshire. 4/5th...

Fetish Bikes UK Gravity Enduro Series 2012 rd#4 Eastridge
News

The Scottish race scene needs YOU!

Scotland has some of the best downhill venues in the UK, don’t let a bit of rain put you off entering these great races! There was...

The Scottish race scene needs YOU!
News

Want to live the dream and get paid to build trails?!

Rowan Sorrell and the Back On Track crew are recruiting a trail builder and a designer to join their diggity team. Can U Dig it?! I...

Want to live the dream and get paid to build trails?!
Dirt 100

2012 Dirt 100: O'neal Fury RL

We think the Fox V3R is great value but we still realise that not everyone has that kind of money to lay out on a...

2012 Dirt 100: O'neal Fury RL
Videos

iXS EDC Pila impressions

Not impressions like Bremner or Culshaw or impressions like Monet or Degas or even impressions like a fat elephant in some soft butter. No. We’re...

iXS EDC Pila impressions
Interviews

John Pentecost Interview | Endtroducing

‘International Sales Manager’ sounds like a bit of a boring job, but John Pentecost is far from boring...

John Pentecost Interview | Endtroducing
Gear

LABYRINTH MINOTAUR | BIKE TEST

We take a look at the Labyrinth Minotaur downhill bike, a bike that is chasing World Cup podiums with the likes of Sabrina Jonnier and...

LABYRINTH MINOTAUR | BIKE TEST
Features

FOREST OF DEAN | LIFE IN THE ENCLOSURE

Lurking on the fringes of the Royal Forest Of Dean, Lydney tumbles out of a big mix of woodland stretching way back into Wales...

FOREST OF DEAN | LIFE IN THE ENCLOSURE
Features

ALDERSLEY HIGH SCHOOL, ROLLINGS RACEWAY | Forever Changes

Education and schools are changing. Dirt checks out an amazing project at Alsdersley High School Wolverhampton - Rollings Raceway...

ALDERSLEY HIGH SCHOOL, ROLLINGS RACEWAY | Forever Changes
Racing

2012 World Champs British team selection

British Cycling announce the 2012 World Champs team and it’s massive! 21 riders will travel to Leogang for the 2012 Mountainbike World Championships, it would be...

2012 World Champs British team selection
Technical & Maintenance

Bicycle Base Tunes | More Than A Supporting Role

A look into bicycle base tunes with Sram’s Torben Borrowy...

Bicycle Base Tunes | More Than A Supporting Role
Racing

Want to go to the World Champs in Leogang by bus?!

Fancy going to watch the 2012 World Champs in Leogang but are too lazy to organise getting there? Well, help is at hand. World Cup racer...

Want to go to the World Champs in Leogang by bus?!
Gear

Lapierre Zesty vs. Spicy 2012 | Breaking Out of The Dark Ages

Lets take a look at the 140 and 160 offerings from Lapierre - the Zesty and Spicy....

Lapierre Zesty vs. Spicy 2012 | Breaking Out of The Dark Ages
production