Top-level XC riding is a rich, challenging area of mountain biking, with complex climbs and technical descents it requires riders to have a wide range of skills. Isaac Mundy has compiled some useful tips from the world of pro Cross Country that you can apply to your everyday riding. These tips include preparing your body, mastering sprint starts to get ahead of your friends, and much more. #GMBN #GlobalMountainBikeNetwork #MTB #MountainBiking | Global Mountain Bike Network

Cross Country (XC) mountain biking is evolving fast, and it's not just about endurance anymore! With more technical descents, rock gardens, and jumps, riders and bikes are being pushed to the limit. Neil Donoghue goes for a ride on the new 2025 Orbea Oiz, with it’s cutting-edge geometry and updated suspension design, Orbea say this bike is built for everything from World Cup races to epic all-day rides. Could this be the most capable XC bike ever? 🎵 Music - licensed by Epidemic Sound 🎵 Awkward

Mountain biking, always! 🤙 Rich took Si from GCN out on the trails to see how much XC bikes have changed in recent years – and what the difference between modern and retro actually is! . 📺🔎 How Have XC Bikes Changed? | Modern Vs Retro XC Edition . . #gmbn #mtb #globalmountainbikenetwork #xc #crosscountry #modernvsretro | Global Mountain Bike Network