In for 2014

Earlier on in the year, we put our heads together to have a think about what is going to be popular in the world of Mountain Biking for 2014, anything from what we'll be wearing to what we'll be doing and what we'll be watching. Here is our top 5.

IN For 2014

Ignoring the obvious like avoiding 26 inch wheels like the plague, we take a look at what we think is IN for 2014...

1. Urban Downhill Races

We promise it has got nothing to do with the mud and puddles that are currently lining the trails... Urban downhill racing is becoming bigger and bigger each year. Offering people the chance to experience Mountain Biking all over the world and get up close and personal to a race in an environment where racing a mountain bike seems impossible. 

2. Moto X Style

We're a big fan of Moto X style clothing for Mountain Biking. Riders can often be seen sporting such clothing in video segments, big competitions like Red Bull Rampage and DH races but we reckon you'll see more and more of it this year. Over the last few years, we've seen a rise in Moto X jersey's on the trails so don't be surprised when you cross paths with a Power-Ranger-looking-chap in matching Troy Lee Designs kit.

3. UK Riding

Amongst other recent developments, Bike Park Wales has announced itself as THE riding spot for the UK. With something for everyone from all disciplines, there has never been a better place or time to get involved in Mountain Biking. We cannot wait to get ourselves up there for a long weekend of shredding. Fingers crossed this starts a new trend to boost UK riding spots. And whilst the remainders of the recession still linger around, you don't need to jet off around Europe 

4. Film yourself, get famous (sort of)

So filming mountain biking is not a new thing, but with so many camera's on the market these days, top quality recording kit is more affordable and accessible than ever. And with more ways to film yourself and your buddies, this is the year to get out, get yourself some editing software and get your films out on t'internet.

5. Back to Basics

It's easy to get caught up with making sure you've got the latest kit, the lightest bike, watched the latest videos and so on but this year, we here at All Things MTB are getting back to basics. Throughout, the year we'll be re-visiting some of the things that got us hooked on riding bikes in the first place. From old school video's to re-tracing our first pedal stokes on a mountain bike on the trails that got us stoked.

Sean