Former police rider Stewart Mackie highlights the techniques you can deploy this summer to become more confident and skilful than ever

Mountain biking in the winter months is hard. It can be cold, wet, windy – often all at once – and that’s before you factor in occasionally riding in the dark. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth it.

‘How can I ensure I’m prepared for a huge biking day?’

Been somewhere inspirational? Ridden an amazing road? Email yourrides@ride.co.uk to tell us about your trip and your bike

We unearth the must-go destinations and amazing roads to make this your best biking year yet

The Doc muses on the transferable skills of a bike racer