If you're in the market for a new bike but would like the chance to test a couple before making the decision, the Premier Demo Series kicks off at the end of the month with eight top bike brands bringing along their latest bikes for you to ride and compare.

Starting the series at Crowthorne Wood, Surrey, on 1-2 March, Kona, Cove Bikes, Litespeed, Merlin, BMC, Intense, Rocky Mountain, Maverick and Pace will have all their bikes ready to go. And all for free.

"Swinging your leg over a bike is the only real way of making sure that a bike not only fits you correctly but the Premier Demo Series goes one better than that and give you the chance to not only swing a leg over some of the most sort after bikes currently available but gives you the opportunity to test ride them on actual mountain biking terrain. This way you can be sure that you are making the right decision before you spend your hard earned cash at your local bike shop.”

There's no booking required, just turn up at one of the five venues, with passport or photo driving licence and a credit card or bank card in your name to hand and you can take your pick from all the bikes on offer.

The demo's will run from 10am until 4pm and all are located at Forestry Commission operated trail Centres with the exception of Crowthrone Wood.

The Demo Series is also your chance to speak to the people behind the brands in the UK and get the most up to date and accurate knowledge on each model or suspension platform design in fun, friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Those dates and venues