Ever since the madness that is Red Bull Rampage came onto our screens and quickly built a reputation of being the world's most extreme, dangerous and adrenalin-fuelled race, there has never been an event that compares to its raw and brutal persona. A race that only men could dream of racing. A race that was deemed 'too extreme' for even the most skilled and brave women riders.

There's something intensely captivating about the harmony and rhythm between rider, bike and trail. You can sense the passion in every second as each trail feature is embraced – whether it’s smoothly carving around a berm, soaring over a gap as if time has paused or skillfully connecting different lines. Some might even call it an art form.

Like a conductor leading a symphony, the raw sounds from the clicking hub and tyres gripping the dirt merge into a singular, powerful composition.

Forming part of Magicshine's new sunglasses lineup, the Windbreaker Polarised glasses are a reasonably priced and feature-rich option. With plentiful coverage and effective sun protection, they're an excellent choice but aren't without any downsides. Namely, they're a bit large for smaller faces and the lens tint is a little too dark for the low-light conditions typical of riding through forests.

One way to show commitment to a sponsorship brand is by wearing, using and promoting its products. That’s the more conventional way, with minimal exertion and without delving deep within the inner realms of your imagination. Or, there is the route of showcasing your most desirable talents right before their eyes by throwing tricks without care around the company’s headquarters. No raised eyebrows with a face are needed as this latest distinctive stunt is dealt with by the master of street trials, Danny MacAskill.

With the nights drawing in and the subtle hint of chill in the air becomes even more prominent, this is when the autumn colours of yellow, brown and red hues line the trails, and the spiced pumpkin tipple of choice features post-ride. Or a hot drink, at least. You may even think of getting those lights out of the drawer or braving your first-ever nighttime ride this season.

Privateer rider Fergus Ryan took his Privateer 161 to Whistler, British Columbia, where videographer Brendan McClennon was waiting to capture the bike's dual personalities. Ryan tackled BC’s breathtaking trails, alternating between dual-crown and single-crown forks. The bike is brimming with versatility, and its engineering caters to using both types of forks, meaning it's built for whatever challenges come its way. It’s designed to handle everything from high-speed descents to the most rugged terrain imaginable.

Purely for the visual and sound athletics, Red Bull’s latest edit delivers high-speed goodness from one of the Belgian world's best mountain bike slopestyle riders, Thomas Genon, alongside best buddy Eliott Lapotre. On board their GT Fury machines, the pair let rip inside loamy French woods. Captured by film director Paul Fisson, the edit will keep you engaged with a rapid tempo, incredible talent, raw sounds, and impressive scenery.

Cannondale rider Josh ‘Ratboy’ Bryceland added to his portfolio of events that bring the biking community together. This time, four years in the making, he goes one step toward being the organiser of his race. Enduro enthusiasts, both pro and newbie, had the opportunity to ride together on the eight stages scattered around his hometown in Cheshire. But with the not-so-surprising rain dropping the stages to five.

If you can find just one thing that makes the excruciatingly bad a little more bearable and the low days brighter, that will be the most important healthy thing you can do for yourself and a positive way to cope when everything is overwhelming. It’s safe to say the majority of us reading this will have turned to the bike as a way of healing, resetting, and recovery at some point in our lives.

Christmas is approaching, and we have been searching high and low (while making a start on the mince pies) for the best Christmas gifts for you to enjoy on biking adventures this festive season.