Boardman MHT 8.6 Womens Mountain Bike 2026 - Hardtail MTB

A smooth-welded alloy frame, 120mm Suntour Raidon fork and Shimano Deore 1x10 drivetrain make the MHT 8.6 Womens a stable, confidence-boosting hardtail for cross-country rides, trail centre sessions and technical off-road terrain.

Key Features:

• 6061 X7 alloy frame with hidden welds and trail-ready geometry
• Suntour Raidon XC air-sprung fork with 120mm travel
• Shimano Deore 1x10 drivetrain with wide 11–46t gearing
• Tektro M285 hydraulic disc brakes
• 27.5" Boardman wheels with Vittoria Barzo tyres
• Shorter-reach brake levers suited to smaller hands
• Available with 0% APR finance

The Boardman MHT 8.6 Womens is built for riders who want a capable, confidence-inspiring hardtail for UK trails, combining cross-country speed with stable trail geometry to make technical riding feel more rewarding. The triple-butted 6061 X7 aluminium frame uses hidden welds for a clean finish and offers internal routing for a future dropper post upgrade. Its geometry provides a balanced, reassuring feel on technical sections while still feeling responsive on flowing singletrack or smoother forest routes.

The Suntour Raidon XC LO-R air-sprung fork supplies 120mm of tuneable suspension travel. The air spring allows riders to set the fork to match their weight and riding style, while rebound damping helps fine-tune the fork’s feel over repeated hits, roots and loose, rocky sections. The fork offers enough support for more challenging terrain but remains efficient on climbs and flatter linking trails.

Shimano’s Deore M4100 1x10 drivetrain helps keep shifting simple. The 32-tooth chainring paired with an 11–46t cassette gives a wide spread of gears for steep climbs, technical descents and everything in between. Shifts are consistent and reliable, and the single shifter layout keeps things intuitive for newer riders or those looking for fuss-free setup.

Braking is handled by Tektro M285 hydraulic discs, with a 180mm front rotor and 160mm rear for balanced power. These brakes offer dependable stopping and good modulation on varied terrain, and the shorter-reach levers are particularly well suited to smaller hands—an important consideration for comfort and control on longer rides.

The bike rolls on 27.5" Boardman tubeless-ready rims with a 25mm internal width, matched to Vittoria Barzo 2.25” tyres. The Barzo tread pattern is known for confident grip across dry loose surfaces and muddier UK conditions, helping riders feel secure when cornering or tackling rooty and technical sections.

Finishing touches include a women-specific Boardman MHT saddle, comfortable 15mm-rise bars and a zero-rise stem to keep handling predictable without feeling twitchy. At around 13.5kg, the MHT 8.6 Womens provides a balanced package for riders exploring trail centres, forest loops or local singletrack.

Stable, confidence-building and ready for progression, the MHT 8.6 Womens is a strong choice for riders wanting to develop off-road skills and enjoy a versatile, capable hardtail.

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