In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, senior technical editor Tom Marvin is joined by Luke Marshall and Tom Law to discuss the mountain bike upgrades they don't think you need.The team gives their opinions on carbon components and high-end derailleurs and shares five upgrades they believe will make a genuine difference to your riding.They also look at upgrading your bike from a cost-benefit analysis perspective, highlighting what might be worth upgrading in your price range to gain the most performance.You can also check out our guide to the five mountain bike accessories you don't need. How to subscribe to the BikeRadar PodcastThe BikeRadar Podcast takes you to the heart of the issues that matter for bike riders, whether you're a roadie, mountain biker, gravel rider or commuter.From the latest tech news, reviews and debates, to interviews with the biggest and most interesting personalities in cycling, the podcast is your direct line into the BikeRadar team.To make sure you dont miss a future episode, you can subscribe viaApple,Spotifyor wherever you get your podcasts.