Specialized introduced the lightest and fastest XC bike on the planet, the S-Works Epic 9 Ultralight LTD. The result of 24 years of XC innovation. The Epic 9 is 206 grams lighter that its predecessor. In combination with the improved suspension friction, this makes it the fastest XC bike Specialized ever made. Available for everybody
BMC recently launched the latest edition of their hardtail series, the Twostroke. A refined geometry and key technical upgrades bring this XC bike to a next level performance. The reach of the frame has been extended, the seat tube angle steeper and the stem shorter. This new geometry offers more traction and thus confidence on
The all-new Santa Cruz Nomad is equipped with a refined suspension offering efficient climbing, less reactivity under braking, and improved traction. It allows you to attack the most challenging trails with more confidence, and fun. The new Nomad is lighter than its predecessor thanks to the slimmer downtube and the redesigned layup of the carbon
According to Cannondale, the all-new Bad Habit will get you in trouble. Good trouble. Either subtle in black, or not so subtle in yellow. Either way, it will get you out clean. The high-strength carbon frame has proven itself, winning the Enduro World Championships in 2025. Equipped with RockShox’ Ultimate Lyrik fork and Vivid shock,
The much-celebrated Revel Rascal got a new coat in 2026. In fact two coats. One in Pulp Friction orange/red, one in Copperhead black. Either way, this bike is an excellent choice for up-or downhill rides. Some call it the best all-round fully out there. The bike comes in 3 different set-ups: Eagle 90, XO or
The Canadian based Devinci launched the all-new 2026 Spartan last week. It’s the fourth generation since its introduction back in 2013. Leaving carbon as a material behind, this bike is all aluminium. The frame features a Split Pivot suspension design and is intended for enduro, freeride use. Technical trails should be overcome easily with 165
We admit, we were not familiar with the Brazilian brand Caloi until recently. But this company has been around for 128 years, so definitely worth to have a closer look at, especially when they launch a new XC bike model. The design of the new Elite Carbon FS Racing caught our eyes immediately. The combination
The new Forbidden Reya is a short travel trailbike for fast and speedy tracks. It is predictable and responsive, purposed to go down with confidence and climb up again. Not an XCO bike with more travel but a bike built from the ground up to maximise fun and speed. There is no high pivot to
We like bikes that stand out. Especially when they are fast, light and equipped with the latest suspension system. Like the Scott Spark RC World Cup, a XC beast in a sweet hush purple jacket. The Spark RC World Cup is the perfect blend of great carbon engineering, an integration of a top-notch frame and
To celebrate their 10th anniversary, Stoll decided to create the next level of mountain biking, the P32. Featuring the latest wheel size, 32”. To ride faster than ever before. Why 32”? According to Stoll, test results show that rolling resistance is noticeably lower while traction increased both on climbs and descents. And the bigger wheels