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If you are looking for the very latest news from the top South East Mountain Biking trail venues, whether that be Downhill, Freeride, XC, Street, Trials or Dirt Jumping, jab-ride is the answer. We also do event photography and local film projects, varying from major trail venues to undercover MTB spots. J.A.B also offers support in trail building, and the site hosts a spot for riders to get involved in the form of a Mountain Bike community forum.

Latest MTB News

Aston Hill Black Run Race

Just a reminder that the competitive edge returns to Aston Hill this Sunday 14th March with the Black Run Race! The first of 3 races announced for this year will be based on thier famous 'Black run'. Excellent prizes are set to back the day up from the likes of Troy Lee Designs, Nema clothing and more. Registration from 8.00am and practice starts shortly after. Get more info here.

Goodwood Spring Challenge

The Goodwood Spring Challenge, now just completed the fourth year, is a timed Mountain Bike racing event arranged around a lapped course taking you through a magnificent and exciting route which is on The Goodwood Estate (near Chichester). With a fresh date of April 25th, the event has been meticulously planned to provide a top quality day! More details.

The Trax: Big Bad Bike race!

The Trax off road cycle club are pleased to announce the event of the year....The Big Bad Bike Race! It's set to be a mountain biking event suitable for all abilities and is open to 8 to 16 year olds (and a fun family day out for all). Dr Bike mechanics will also be on hand to help check your bike is in tip top racing condition. Saturday 13th March - Lordship Rec, Tottenham. More...

Rogate Mountain Bike Meeting

Everyone is welcome to a meeting to discuss the future of mountain biking at Rogate. The meeting will be looking at how the site will be managed and how the Forestry Commission and CTC - The UK’s National Cyclist Organization - are working together with the mountain bikers riding at Rogate to secure the sites future. More...

Bike Demo Days - Bedgebury

Sunday, 28th March sees the 'Bike Demo Days' freight train roll up to Bedgebury forest in Kent. The beut of this event is its range of bikes which you can test ride free of charge in an environment where you can really get a taste of the bike (unlike a shop floor). Booking in advance will give you a chance to ride bikes from Lapierre, Saracen, Norco, Scott, Rose, Ragley, Tomac, Ghost, Lynskey Performance & Red Bull.

Southern XC entries open

Online entry for the Southern XC Championships is set to open today, and offers the chance to take part in a 5 race series across the South of England. Although most rounds are just out of our proximity (Hampshire area), the series is once again using Pippingford in East Sussex which is great news for everyone. Get your online entry booked in here for what promises to be the best year yet for the series.

JAB PORC meet.
First Jab forum ride of the year went ahead recently and proved a blast. PORC in Kent was the chosen location, and the bright weather complimented the sloppy conditions perfectly. Check the pics here. If jock-free rides with a good atmosphere is what you're after, keep an eye on the forum for the next date!

We want your news!
If you have any news you think we're missing out on, we want to hear from you. If you have a dig day and need some extra support, need more marshals for a race or anything else news-wise drop us an email and we'll review it for use!