ssue 166

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In this issue:

Editorial: A rare double editorial this issue, as Chipps introduces his final issue as Editor after 25 years at the helm, and Mark ushers in the future with various nods to people and technology.

The Generation Game: The Gehrig twins give their dad an appropriate 70th birthday present in the form of a three-day epic ride through Swiss mountains around Davos. No pipes and slippers here.

STW Merchandise Through the Ages: We’ve been making mugs and t-shirts since we started, with the occasional foray into tea towels and even jigsaws. How many do you still have in the cupboard?

Rider Down: You don’t get to our age without losing a few friends along the way. Here’s our small tribute to friends and colleagues lost.

From the Archives: We didn’t mean to become an enduring feature of the British mountain bike media scene, but after 25 years, we seem to still be here.

STW Merchandise Right Now: Remember when combing the small print ads was half the fun of getting a mountain bike magazine? Now you can have another chance.

Cast of Thousands: There have been around 50 people listed on our magazine masthead over the years. We tapped a few of them up for some tales, good and bad, from their time here.

Jerseys of Singletrack: From retro three-pocket race jerseys to contemporary classy 3/4 sleeve baggy numbers, our readers have always been proud to fly the Singletrack flag. And for that we thank you.

Destination Guide: Todmorden and Hebden Bridge: Forgive us fo this self-indulgent route and travel guide to our home valley, but we love it for a reason – and invite you to explore it with us.

Gentle Giants: Diminutive Pete Scullion catches up with a Scottish Rugby professional (and ex-downhill racer) Zander Fagerson for a blast around the woods.

One Gear One Goal: The Atlas Mountain Race is hard enough without riding it on a singlespeed. However, Sam Morris doesn’t like things being too easy now, does he?

Singletrack World Investors: Here’s the thank you page dedicated to our recent company investors.

Through the Final Grinder: ‘Grinder’ has been a part of the magazine since issue 1. However, things are changing, so enjoy this final one.

Coming Next Issue: A little glimpse at a couple of things lined up for next issue.

Flannel Panel: Who does what, who to call and what’s the strangest thing we’ve ever found in a pocket.