Specialized and Giant have joined forces once again to host Test the Best, a series of combined demo days scattered liberally across the UK at top riding spots to give you the chance to test ride their latest bikes on proper trails.

There are five dates across England, Scotland and Wales:

– 8th February – Glyncorrwyg, Wales
– 15th February – Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
– 8th March – Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire
– 29th March – Bedgebury, Kent
– 5th April – Carron Valley, Scotland

Besides testing the latest wares from Specialized and Giant, they’ll be supported by Clif Bar, CTC and SRAM, and Specialized will be offering free training at each venue, though places will be limited and places are allocated on a first come first served basis (call 0870 873 0061 to book a place).

“After two successful years of the Specialized Challenge Series we are pleased to continue in 2009 with the Specialized Test the Best Series,” says Richard Hemington, MD of Specialized UK. “Consumers again will have the opportunity to test ride the latest Specialized mountain bikes in five new locations around the UK. There is no better way to experience Specialized’s winning technology.”

Giant UK MD Ian Beasant adds, “We’re back for 2009 with the newly named Test the Best Series, which offers you exactly what it says on the tin. We want consumers to come and experience the best riding, with the best technical support on Giant’s award winning Maestro system. Whatever your ability come along and experience the winning formula.”

You can find out more about the series and teh different locations available at the brand new website: www.test-the-best.co.uk