AMB Issue #214 – Capturing the Spirit of the Ride

The 2025 AMB Photography Awards presented by Shimano take centre stage in AMB Issue #214, celebrating incredible talent across a range of categories. This year’s finalists have produced images that inspire awe and capture the magic of life on two wheels – shots that will make you want to leave the desk behind and chase trails of your own.

Beyond the lens, we head to Europe on a World Cup journey with artist and racer Zoe Cuthbert, while Scott Cornish dives into the fascinating overlap between mountain biking and neurodivergence.

This issue is loaded with reviews too, from the powerhouse Transition Regulator e-bike to the value-packed Silverback SE Trail 10. We put Shimano’s new Deore XT Di2 drivetrain through its paces, explore Bosch and DJI’s latest system upgrades, and give NVR Lost clothing, PNW Components and Shimano Shoes the AMB treatment. To top it all off, we line up nine pairs of flat pedals in the ultimate shootout.

Packed with inspiration, fresh ideas and hard-tested gear, AMB #214 is one to savour.