MEET THE TESTERS
ROBIN WEAVER
TECH EDITOR IN CHIEF
With three decades of MTB experience, Rob can identify the kit that works
TOM MARVIN
SENIOR TECH EDITOR
XC/trail/enduro rider and tech wizard Tom gives his gear a proper hammering
JULIA BROUSSIER
DEPUTY ART EDITOR
Julia’s after kit that can support her rapidly-developing riding skills
JAMES BLACKWELL
ART EDITOR
Jimmer rides as fast as he talks, and needs kit that can keep up
NICK CLARK
BIKERADAR DIGITAL WRITER
Nick’s based in North Wales and descends those peaks hard and fast
WILL POOLE
WORKSHOP MANAGER
MBUK’s mechanic can handle a bike as well as he wields his toolbox
WHY OUR TESTS ARE THE BEST!
Our technical-editor-in-chief Rob Weaver gets new products in as soon as they’re available and coordinates all the testing through our team of tech experts, who have unrivalled knowledge and experience. Every test starts with a detailed product check in the workshop. Next, we hit the trails… hard! We test in real riding conditions, incorporating feedback from multiple riders, and don’t stop until we have the complete picture, no matter how long it takes. Our testing is staunchly independent and not influenced by PR or advertisers (sometimes to their great discomfort). We’re never afraid to tell you the truth.
HOW WE RATE
We base our scores on value for money and performance
The best product on test, in terms of performance, quality and price
An exceptional bit
