Tom Marvin
MBUK presenter
Tom Marvin is MBUK’s YouTube presenter and podcaster, as well as a regular contributor to BikeRadar.
He writes mountain bike reviews for the site, while also testing components and kit.
His work as a presenter has seen him race pro riders, tackle World Cup downhill courses and attend international launch events.
He has been part of the MBUK and BikeRadar family for 11 years, contributing to all aspects of tech content, including a spell working heavily on Cycling Plus magazine.
In that time, he has tested hundreds of bikes and more than 1,000 products.
He has been mountain biking for 25 years, with cross-country (XC) and trail riding his speciality, although he’s more than happy dipping into the world of enduro whenever there’s a chance.
Tom’s photos of bikes and food covered in ketchup can be found on his Instagram account.
- Height: 182cm
- Bike size: Large
Recent articles by Tom Marvin
Best mountain bike helmets | Top-rated helmets for trail riding
The best helmets for cross-country and trail mountain biking
Tom Marvin | Have we reached peak 29er? The truth is, it doesn’t even matter with 32in bikes on the rise
2026's 29in XC launches have left me with questions
First-ride review | Scott Spark RC World Cup EVO should be near the top of your shopping list after subtle updates
The Spark RC remains one of the foremost cross-country race bikes around
Review | Troy Lee Designs Stage Stunt is one of the best three-quarter helmets I've tested, with only a single minor flaw
The Stage Stunt is designed for enduro riders who want more coverage without compromising airflow
Best hardtail mountain bikes in 2026: top-rated hardtail MTBs and our buyer's guide
Our pick of the best hardtail mountain bikes over £2,000, under £2,000, under £1,500 and under £1,000
Shimano vs Renthal vs Wolf Tooth: I tested three pedals that will cover all your mountain biking needs
We've pitted three SPD-compatible pedals against each other to help you make the best choice for your riding
Three’s a charm: riding a trio of Forestry England trail centres in one day
We take on an array of top trails at three Forestry England locations in a single brilliant day
Review | The iXS Carve 1.0 helmet has ample safety tech, a comfortable fit and excellent storage for your glasses – as long as they're not too big
iXS’ latest lid is stuffed full of safety tech
Review | Brembo's GR-PRO is braking's worst-kept secret, but deserves your attention
DH-developed brakes are seriously impressive stoppers
Review | Voodoo Loco is an ideal partner for budget-conscious shredders, but it needs one upgrade
This British hardcore hardtail still has its place
Ever wondered how mountain bikes are launched? Behind the scenes with the new Pivot Shuttle AMPD in Finale Ligure
A blow-by-blow account of how a new bike is launched
I rode Atherton's first eMTB with the new 1,500W DJI motor – and it was intense
The S.170E is Atherton's first electric mountain bike
Traction control comes to eMTBs with Mahle's updated M40 drive-unit
Software updates bring more tech to Spanish mid-mount motor
Review | Pademelon Steering Damper delivers calmer, more stable handling, but can you justify the price?
Performance benefits for enduro and downhill riders with deep pockets
Taipei Cycle Show | This homemade take on the Fox Podium adds features nobody else has thought of
Why buy an inverted fork when you can build your own?
Taipei Cycle Show | Who needs Shimano? These boutique brakes are incredibly pretty and could even make maintenance easy
New Zealand brand Radic's Kaha brakes could challenge the major players
Tapei Cycle Show | This wild steel gearbox enduro bike could convince me to drop the derailleur
Prototype steel frame stands out from the crowd
Taipei Cycle Show | DVO returns after post-COVID slump with more tuneable luxuriously smooth fork and shocks
New internals lead to fresh forks, as well as an innovative shock
Lauf's first eMTB keeps it simple and truly lightweight – it's all about the ride, not the power
Tom Marvin travels to Iceland for a first ride on Lauf's new TQ HPR60-powered SL eMTB
Center Lock vs 6-bolt – which BikeRadar editor wins the standards debate that won't die?
Tempers flare at the BikeRadar office as Jack Luke and Tom Marvin go head-to-head over which disc-rotor standard reigns supreme
£200 vs £2,000 MTB kit: how much do you need to spend?
We compare cheap and money-no-object kit in the harshest conditions – the results will surprise you
Tom Marvin | eMTBs have often felt heavy and dull, but this new bike changed my mind
Why Tom found it so hard to give the Pivot Shuttle LT back
First-ride review | New Pivot Shuttle LT is a true enduro eMTB that challenged my perceptions
A full-fat electric enduro bike with a sparkling spec list
Review | Garmin's Edge MTB is a rugged alternative to the Edge 550, but the compromises don't quite add up
Pint-sized computer’s MTB functionality is a bonus, but there are limitations elsewhere
