BikePark Wales is a regular haunt for us here at MBUK, and for good reason. Not only is the uplift service swift and hassle-free, but the trails induce smiles for days and the network is constantly being added to, keeping the riding fresh, even for regular riders. The BPW team put a lot of effort into keeping the park current and creating tracks that are either on the spicy side or flow as smooth as ice, ensuring that there’s plenty for all skill levels to enjoy. With talk of new trails in the pipeline, we figured it was about time we got the mag crew together for another Trail Crew visit.
Keen for the green
With a six-strong team present – art ed Jimmer, his deputy Julia and tech writer Luke on their longterm bikes, editor JCW on a Pivot Shuttle LT e-bike borrowed from our Bike of the Year fleet and yours truly on the GT Sensor from this issue’s First Look, plus snapper Andy Lloyd on his Marin – a bit of car park faffing is inevitable. Eventually, though, we’re ready to go. BPW have kindly laid