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Aston Hill is coming back—and we couldn’t be more excited. Saracen, Shimano and Madison are proud to announce a major new partnership with Aston Hill Bike Park, working together to restore one of the South’s most iconic mountain bike venues. Once the region’s premier downhill spot, Aston Hill is now set to return stronger than ever. Rebuilding a Classic With...

Learn how to boost with confidence as Dan Bateson breaks down the art of jumping a mountain bike at Caersws Bike Park. From take-off to landing, this How To video is packed with tips, flow, and style — perfect for anyone ready to send it bigger.

Protect your ride this winter with Gtechniq’s advanced bike care range. From smart ceramic coatings to drivetrain degreasers, this guide walks you through everything you need to keep your Saracen spinning smoothly through the grit, salt, and grime of winter.

When it comes to trail riding, we've built a reputation for producing bikes that balance performance, value, and fun. Two of our most popular models- The Ariel 30 and the Mantra LSL often come up in conversation, mostly related to what rips the hardest on the trails. But which one should you go for? Saracen Ariel 30 The Ariel 30...

Our Own Steph Morgan Takes the Top Spot If you’ve attended one of our Shred Sessions or demo days this year, you’ve likely met Steph Morgan. She’s the friendly person who helps riders test bikes, answers your kit questions, and shares her enthusiasm for mountain biking with everyone who stops by. But you might not know what happens when Steph...

When mountain biking meets good vibes and killer trails, you know whats about to happen. That’s exactly what went down at Caersws Bike Park, during our Saracen Shred Session. With most of our Saracen ambassadors — Dan, Lucy, Becci, and Jack — ripping the trails all day, it was a full-on celebration of shredding, community, and great bikes. Setting the...

  Inspired by Saracen’s legendary Mountain Bike heritage, the Levarg range brings a dose of that trail-shredding spirit into the gravel world. This gravel beast isn't just about cruising down dirt roads; it’s designed to embrace the wild side and tackle whatever rugged terrain you throw at it. With the same technical prowess that crafted the World Cup-winning Myst and...

Saracen rider Becci Skelton headed to Madeira for one of Europe’s toughest multi-day enduro events—and came home with the overall win. From breathtaking trails and epic crashes to cold beers at the finish line, discover how the Ariel 60 Elite carried her to victory at Trans Madeira.

Still Shredding: The Saracen Ariel 60 Elite After a Year on the TrailsOver a year in, the Ariel 60 Elite still feels like fresh kit. Built for real-world riders, it delivers bombproof performance without flashy gimmicks. With a proven build kit, impressive long-term reliability, and a price drop to £3,499.99, it’s one of the best-value trail bikes around. Whether you’re...

Hardline doesn’t make exceptions. It doesn’t care about reputation or past wins. It’s just raw, unforgiving terrain, and Adam Brayton is ready to face it directly. With a box-fresh Saracen Myst X frameset in the stand and the toughest course of the year ahead, Adam is putting together the bike he’ll need to tackle it. There’s no fanfare. Just tools,...