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Issue #052, Review -

Sick and tired of the astronomical prices of new mountain bikes? Well, the ROSE BONERO 3 hardtail is by far the cheapest bike in the test field and still managed to impress with a functional spec, excellent versatility and tons of trail fun, which make it suitable for experienced riders too. But how does it perform on the trail?

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Issue #052, Review -

After many years of waiting, the Atherton AM.150 is finally available for purchase. The additive manufacturing process and fully customisable sizes and geometry make it truly unique. The Brits dug deep into their bag of tricks to develop the bike and refine the innovative production process. But how does all the effort translate on the trail?

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Issue #052, Review -

The Canyon Spectral CFR enters the race as the defending champion after securing victory in last year’s “best mountain bike of 2021 “group test, in which it impressed our test team with excellent all-round characteristics and good value for money. But can it assert itself against the competition in our 2022 trail bike group test?

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Issue #052, Review -

With its slim silhouette, elegant look and flashy paint finish, the Mondraker Raze RR SL stands out from the rest of the test field in our 2022 trail bike group test. But is 130 mm rear travel enough to outperform the competition and claim victory?

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Issue #052, Review -

The Bold Linkin 135 Ultimate has a lot to offer: a carbon frame with integrated shock, three-stage climb switch with bar-mounted lockout lever and a spacious storage compartment complete with a puncture repair kit. But how does the exotic Swiss fare on the trail and where does it stack against the competition in our 2022 trail bike group test?

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