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Best Mountain Bike Products of 2012

We've sorted through this year's mountain bike reviews to find the best MTB products in dozens of categories. Review stuff you own and add items to your wishlist to vote before the polls close September 1, 2012.

Also be sure to check out the all time best MTB products, organized by category:

 Talon 29er

Giant Talon 29er

For the price nothing but great things. I bought this bike to find out what the fuss over...
- KEITH_BASS
 
 Anthem X 29er 1

Giant Anthem X 29er 1

Super fast rolling, excellent down hill speed and control, great for log rides and rock gardens.. Highly recommended...
- psy_kotik
 
 Abra Cadabra

Kona Abra Cadabra

A light mid-to-long travel trail/all-mountain bike that manages to have amazingly plush suspension on the downhills without significant...
- Casey_Anderson
 
 Sanction 1.0

GT Sanction 1.0

burly bike - built strong - great component set - I am 6'2" 275lbs and this thing takes...
- bergin
 
 Marauder

Airborne Marauder

Cheap price. I checked out the specs after i bought the bike. Every component is rock bottom end...
- mh33biker
 
 Fuel EX 8

Trek Fuel EX 8

Great geometry, hyrdo disc brakes stop me on a dime. Components are easily upgradeable. Handles east coast singletrack...
- CrispyMTB
 
 Stumpjumper FSR Comp

Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp

Great Components, Brain to lock-out the rear shock, 29er DT Swiss wheels, Command Post sounds like a sales...
- cbreed
 
 Response Sport

Diamondback Response Sport

feels sturdy, light, looks sharp. if you have the chance to buy this bike. DO IT! probably one...
- DMbBiker6
 
 4300

Trek 4300

Great components for price, lightweight, durable. Have not had any component issues or shifting problems.. Would recommend to...
- worldwithin
 
 Stab Deluxe

Kona Stab Deluxe

the ability to go over stuff i couldnt on my giant reign. ive ridden my giant twice since...
- leedaddy
 
 BB7

Avid BB7

Perfect intro to disc brakes, easy to work on compared to hydros. I would highly recommend this especially...
- OIIIJEEPIIIO
 
 Stroker Trail

Hayes Stroker Trail

Supper grippy, adjustable lever, nice reach and easy setup. . Rotors a little thick, but durable. Great stopping...
- jfigel76
 
 HD Helmet Hero

GoPro HD Helmet Hero

ease of use.just point n shoot,no bulky unit attached to a cord,no need for my camelbak on some...
- leedaddy
 
 Helmet HERO

GoPro Helmet HERO

Great HD video Playback right to your tv Easy on/off operation Waterproof Compact Indestructible case almost unlimited mounting...
- bikeit420
 
 Reflex Gel

Fox Head Reflex Gel

Great fit, nice breathability, durable, fabric to wipe your brow (or a runny nose). Great in warm and...
- eastwood
 
 Bomber

Fox Head Bomber

These are my first mountain bike gloves so I can't really compare them to any other. But I...
- Tfreigant
 
 Dominator

Sidi Dominator

Excellent fit, great construction, light weight, looks fantastic, dries out well. Awesome shoe!! Worth spending the extra $$...
- maineskiaddict
 
 SH-M086L

Shimano SH-M086L

light, great straps and clips, ez walking, durable, dry fast.. The first thing i noticed is walking in...
- GimmeAraise
 
 HalfJacket

Oakley HalfJacket

Comfort Fit Protection . Can't beat these. Have used them for trips abroad, why not while...
- jaredmcvay
 
 Seeker

Ryders Seeker

Comfortable, durable, and photochromatic lenses are awesome! Price is excellent as well!. Excellent shades! Be sure to check...
- mtbgreg1
 
 Mountain Bike T-shirt

Singletracks Mountain Bike T-shirt

cost, money supports IMBA, great color, represents a great site, great fit. Great fitting shirt that represents a...
- eastwood
 
 XT Hollowtech II

Shimano XT Hollowtech II

Stiff, no flex, easy install.. Looks great.
- jfigel76
 
 K-Force Light Megaexo

FSA K-Force Light Megaexo

light wgt.. junk will not buy fsa again
- oneeyeredeye
 
 SLX Rapid Fire M660

Shimano SLX Rapid Fire M660

Work great, durable. . Came with my GF, shift well.
- jfigel76
 
 X5 Trigger Shifter

SRAM X5 Trigger Shifter

they came stock on my am bike and it doesnt cop the abuse my dh gets. nice performance...
- leedaddy
 
 eTrex Vista Cx

Garmin eTrex Vista Cx

Off road tracking Water Resistant Expandable Memory. Have been using it for years. Even have maps for other...
- jaredmcvay
 
 Oregon 400t

Garmin Oregon 400t

Touchscreen, good reception, and lots of features. . Garmin makes the best GPS for caching and in my...
- jfigel76
 
 Cobalt 3 Bar

Crank Brothers Cobalt 3 Bar

Lightweight, great dimensions with rise, width and sweep. I sold this bar with my last bike. I miss...
- cynergy68
 
 ProTAPER Carbon 720 AM
 
 Rogue Lock-on

ODI Rogue Lock-on

love the lock on, my first! I know way to long. Large for the shock...
- GimmeAraise
 
 Oury Lock-on Grips

Oury Oury Lock-on Grips

Soft, large, easy set up, easy clean does not move. . I would buy these again today if...
- jfigel76
 
 InSet

Chris King InSet

The best.. Will outlast your bike. On my Gary Fisher Mamba.
- jfigel76
 
 Havoc

Giro Havoc

Durable, comfortable, works, and keeps the head from getting to hot.. I have had one of these helmets...
- Jarrett.morgan
 
 Xen

Giro Xen

Comfort, Lightweight. . Take the time to actually learn how adjustable this helmet is. There are several adjustments...
- gltenturbo
 
 M.U.L.E.

Camelbak M.U.L.E.

Versitile, value, well thought out pack.. Had this pack for several years, still going strong and goes with...
- jfigel76
 
 Podium Water Bottle

Camelbak Podium Water Bottle

Twist Cap - When it's closed it's closed Amazon - $7.50ish Dishwasher Safe. I like the...
- jaredmcvay
 
 XM-L 1000

Magicshine XM-L 1000

Super bright! Very lite weight. Easy to install. Great price.. If you're wanting to break into the night...
- jayzilla
 
 MiNewt.250 Cordless

NiteRider MiNewt.250 Cordless

All in one, no cords. Helmet mount is great. . Nice spot, I use as a helmet light....
- jfigel76
 
 Seasons by the Collective

Seasons by the Collective

awsome movie to watch . awsome movie
- leedaddy
 
 The Collective

The Collective The Collective

the collective.. if you liked seasons you will like this
- leedaddy
 
 XC 700 SL

Marzocchi XC 700 SL

. a great marzocchi fork
- oneeyeredeye
 
 32 F29

Fox Racing Shox 32 F29

Plush, smooth, clean holds pressure good.. I have the 80 &120mm. Converted 80 to 100mm for free by...
- jfigel76
 
 M520

Shimano M520

Inexpensive yet work like everyone has said. This is my first style pedal like this and they seem...
- fallenover
 
 Eggbeater c

Crank Brothers Eggbeater c

everything. buy buy buy
- oneeyeredeye
 
 Air Chuck SL

Genuine Innovations Air Chuck SL

quick and easy. throw that hand pump away.
- oneeyeredeye
 
 JoeBlow Sprint

Topeak JoeBlow Sprint

Great all around pump. Value. . Gauge is large, and easy to read. Easy to pump up large...
- jfigel76
 
 Float RP2

Fox Racing Shox Float RP2

Feels like 2 shocks in one. . Great shock so far. Came on my Rumblefish and still going...
- jfigel76
 
 Duler PRC 9.5

DSP Racing Duler PRC 9.5

come with titanium spring h/l compression adj rebound adj air and volume adjustement ultra lite!!!.
- s4_suspension
 
 SLR T1

Selle Italia SLR T1

shape and fit. great saddle mtb or road
- oneeyeredeye
 
 Speed V Comp

WTB Speed V Comp

Soft and comfortable with relief in the correct places.. Would recommend if you need a good saddle and...
- fat_billy
 
 Elite

Thomson Elite

Everything. Value, durable, easy setup, wide variety of angles, lengths and diamaters. . Hands down, best for the...
- jfigel76
 
 Layback

Thomson Layback

Light, indestructible. . Throw away your carbon. I own this for my Pivot and Merlin road bike. the...
- JerryC
 
 VelociRaptor

WTB VelociRaptor

Traction Price - Jenson USA was the best . Huge increase from the old Bontrager Connection Trails...
- jaredmcvay
 
 Nevegal

Kenda Nevegal

quick response, great traction, perfect up-front, durable.. one of the best made tires on the market. both for...
- GimmeAraise
 
 multi-19 tool

Crank Brothers multi-19 tool

All the tools you need in a lightweight condensed package. Love it, I can empty out my camelbak...
- cynergy68
 
 3 Way Hex Wrench

Park 3 Way Hex Wrench

Works on 85% of hexes on your bike, nice feel. Everyone should have one. I use this tool...
- jfigel76
 
 Haven

Easton Haven

Look cool, wide rim, strong MT rim TLR. True's easily. . I have the 29er set and love...
- jfigel76
 
 Deore XT

Shimano Deore XT

Last forever. Spray them with a hose repeatedly. . Had these hubs for years, no problem. Quiet and...
- jfigel76
 
 





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