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Mountain Bike Accessories Reviews

Some accessories can make or break your ride, seemingly little things like a hydration pack or bike lights can help you feel comfortable and enjoy the ride. For some, a GPS bike computer and a handy bike multi-tool are absolutely essential on every ride. We’re not shy to gadgets or tech, and we aim to review all the best accessories for mountain biking.

A view from the handlebars of a mountain bike on a dirt path in a forest at night, with glowing light trails forming abstract mountain shapes in the distance. The path is surrounded by trees and foliage, creating a serene outdoor atmosphere.
Lights
14 Mountain Bike Lights We Recommend for Night Riding
A person wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and black shorts is standing beside a mountain bike in a grassy area. They are holding the bike and have a black waist bag secured around their hips, which has a water bottle in a side pocket. Trees are visible in the background, indicating an outdoor setting.
Hip Packs
Rapha Trail Hip Pack is Made Tough and Cozy, with 100% Recycled Nylon Fabric [Review]
A variety of multi-tools in different colors, including blue, orange, and purple, arranged on a bed of straw.
Repair
9 Mountain Bike Multitools To Pack on Trail Rides, Reviewed
Close-up view of a metal detector's search coil, with a focus on its underside. The coil is black, showing some signs of wear and dirt, and features attachment points for a shaft. A blurred, green and natural background suggests an outdoor setting.
Tools
The GÜP Industries tire plug tool finds a surprisingly secure stash spot on the saddle
A gray GPS smartwatch displaying a topographical map with a highlighted hiking trail labeled "Hickory Connector." The watch is resting on a bed of gray gravel and small rocks, surrounded by a few dried leaves.
Electronics
The Coros Nomad GPS watch is designed for outdoor adventures [Review]
A close-up of a Garmin smartwatch displaying a detailed map of Atlanta on a rocky surface, surrounded by small pieces of gray stone and some dried leaves. The watch shows distance information and is positioned at an angle to highlight its features.
GPS
The Garmin Forerunner 970 multi-sport GPS smartwatch is the best I've tested [Review]
A person standing outdoors with their back to the camera, wearing a green shirt and dark pants. They have a black bag secured at their waist with a buckle, featuring a label that reads "HIGH ABOVE." The background shows a blurred forest landscape with sunlight filtering through the trees.
Hip Packs
The High Above Venture 3D hip pack is waterproof, durable, and made in the USA [Review]
Close-up image of a metallic bicycle frame featuring a bright orange clip attached to it. The clip has a black padded section and the word "LARGANITE" is visible on the orange part. In the background, there are trees suggesting an outdoor setting.
Accessories
4 bike tool mounts for your MTB frame
Close-up of a Garmin device displaying a detailed map titled "Riding on Ekg," with marked trails and points of interest. The device is mounted on a bicycle, which is primarily red in color.
GPS
Finally, a GPS designed for mountain biking: The Garmin Edge MTB
A black drone with a protective cage hovering in a green, blurred outdoor setting. The drone features a compact design with a camera and control buttons visible on its surface.
Electronics
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX 8K drone review
A campsite featuring a green and red tent set up on a wooden platform, with a person sitting nearby, engaged in outdoor activity. Lush trees and foliage provide a natural backdrop, with a pathway visible in the background. Camping gear is scattered around the scene.
Bikepacking Gear
MSR Hubba Hubba Bikepack tent review
A close-up view of several mountain bikes secured in the back of a blue pickup truck, showing their muddy tires and gear bags. The bikes are lined up, showcasing various colors and styles against a backdrop of trees and vehicles.
Bike Racks
Fox Tailgate Cover Review
A collection of various bike frame bags arranged on a wooden surface, featuring a variety of colors and designs, including black, orange, and blue. The bags are positioned in a way that displays their unique shapes and attachment straps, set against a natural background with dry foliage.
Bike Bags
5 MTB frame bags that will actually fit (most) full-suspension bikes
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A close-up of a person's hands using a digital tire pressure gauge to check the pressure of a bicycle tire. The bike's tire is resting on a gravelly surface, and the gauge is connected to the valve stem. The tire features a yellow logo, and dirt is visible on the hands, indicating an outdoor cycling environment.
Pumps
Flextail Tiny Tire Pump ACS is a compact electric bike tire inflator with an integrated light
A person riding a mountain bike on a dirt trail through a lush green forest, carrying an EVOC Trail Builder 35 chainsaw backpack . The scene features dense trees, foliage, and a winding pathway, suggesting an adventurous outdoor atmosphere.
Hydration Packs
EVOC Trail Builder 35 backpack is designed to carry a chainsaw [Review]
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A panoramic view of a forest landscape, featuring tall trees surrounding a green clearing. In the foreground, a person wearing a helmet and a red jacket is visible, holding a bicycle. The scene is bathed in soft natural light, creating a serene atmosphere.
Electronics
Insta360 X5 action camera review
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A person wearing a blue and black long-sleeve shirt and a helmet stands in a grassy field, facing away from the camera. They are carrying a black and green backpack. In the background, mountains with snow-capped peaks are visible under a clear blue sky.
Hydration Packs
Dakine Seeker 10L MTB hydration backpack review
Close-up of a bicycle handlebar attachment featuring a light with a visible LED beam and a GPS device mounted above it, set against a blurred green background of foliage.
Lights
KOM Cycling Quick Release bike light review
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A close-up of a person's wrist wearing a Garmin smartwatch, displaying the time as 4:45. The person's hand is positioned to interact with the watch, and they are wearing a ring on their finger. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Watches
Garmin Instinct 2S Solar fitness watch review
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Close-up of a gardening tool with a black, metal head and an orange handle, resting on soil scattered with dried leaves. The tool features a triangular design with multiple prongs, indicating its use for raking or cultivating soil in a garden setting.
Trail Maintenance
The Backslope Clyde is a better, more effective McLeod tool for trail building [Review]
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A close-up view of a bicycle wheel rim on a textured surface, featuring a pink valve tool and several spokes attached to the rim. Sunlight casts shadows across the surface.
Tire Sealants
This tire sealant dipstick isn't quite as dumb as it sounds
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A close-up image of a black and orange tool mounted on a metal pole, designed for outdoor use. The tool features a clamp mechanism and an adjustable arm, with branding visible on the side. The background consists of blurred greenery and dry grass, indicating a natural setting.
Workstands
Mount the portable Altangle Connect bike repair stand anywhere
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A close-up view of a gray CamelBak M.U.L.E. pack worn around the waist, featuring a vibrant orange fleece, a yellow water bottle labeled "TOTALLY AWESOME COFFEE," and a dark-colored water bottle on either side. The background shows a blurred forest setting, enhancing the outdoor theme.
Hip Packs
The $90 Camelbak MULE hip pack kicks ass
A compact Insta360 Ace Pro 2 camera positioned on a bicycle tire, featuring a digital display showing video settings including 4K resolution and 60 frames per second. The background consists of green foliage, providing a natural setting for the camera display.
Electronics
Insta360 Ace Pro 2: Great stabilization and low-light performance for MTB [Review]
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A close-up image of a black action camera resting on a wooden surface, displaying its lens and control buttons. The camera is labeled "ACTION 5 PRO." The background features a warm, blurred wooden texture.
Electronics
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro camera: 3 stand-out features for mountain bikers
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Flextail mini bike pump being held in gloved hand in front of the Golden Gate Bridge
Pumps
This tiny electric pump inflates two flat MTB tires on a single charge
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A mountain bike is mounted on the back of a gray vehicle, showcasing its front wheel and suspension. The truck has a covered bed and features the word "CRUZ" on its tailgate. In the background, a blurred natural setting suggests an outdoor environment.
Bike Racks
4 Tailgate pads to fit your compact pickup truck, tested
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An assortment of bike tire repair kits and tools displayed on a wooden surface. Items include a tubeless tackle kit, a puncture repair kit, and various puncture plugs from brands like Muc-Off and Stan's. The collection showcases tools for removing valve cores and repairing punctures, designed for maintaining tubeless tire setups.
Tools
I tested 10 tubeless tire plugs and tools, and one stands out as my favorite.
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A close-up image of a person wearing a blue hiking or biking waist pack while seated on a mountain bike, with greenery in the background. The pack features various compartments and straps, and the person is dressed in a gray shirt and black pants with a logo.
Hip Packs
The Evoc Hip Pack Pro 3 saved my BC Bike Race
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A DJI Action 4 camera resting on vibrant yellow-green foliage, showcasing its sleek design and lens.
Electronics
The DJI Osmo Action 4 makes shooting mountain bike videos fun again
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A person adjusting their belt, wearing an orange shirt and gray pants, with a close-up view of a belt buckle that has various mechanical features. The individual also wears a smartwatch on their wrist.
Tools
This multi-tool fits inside a belt buckle (and on your bike too)
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A hand holding a small digital tire pressure gauge displaying a reading of 0 PSI, with a bicycle wheel visible in the background.
Pumps
Battery Powered Bike Pump: Cycplus AS2 Pro Max Review
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A close-up of a bike handlebar with a GPS device displaying a map. The screen shows battery life at 85%, the time at 12:45, and route information with distance markers. The background features greenery, suggesting an outdoor setting.
GPS
The Hammerhead Karoo Puts on Muscle, Finally Grows Up [Review]
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A gray CamelBak bike bag is secured to the handlebars of a mountain bike, with a water bottle holder attached. The background features a wooded area, visible undergrowth, and a trail marker.
Bikepacking Gear
Camelbak M.U.L.E. On-Bike Packs Let the Bike be the Mule [Review]
A close-up of an Opinel folding saw resting on a textured stone surface, partially surrounded by green leaves. The saw features a serrated stainless steel blade and a light wooden handle, which is engraved with the brand name "Opinel" and "Savoie France." The image captures the tool in a natural outdoor setting.
Trail Maintenance
Opinel Folding Saw is a Speedy Trail Worker [Review]
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Disassembled bike components laid out on a textured, green workbench. The items include a black flashlight, a multi-tool, a mounting bracket, and a small CO2 cartridge.
Tools
New Crankbrothers SOS Tools Deliver Versatile Trailside Fixes
A person standing with their back to the camera, wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt, and a light-colored Outdoor Research fanny pack with a blue strap. A water bottle is attached to the side of the pack. The background features a wooden fence.
Hip Packs
Outdoor Research Freewheel 5L Hip Pack Review
Close-up of a black mountain bike featuring an orange seat bag with a white logo. The background shows a forest with trees and fallen leaves, creating a natural, outdoor setting.
Bikepacking Gear
Aeroe Spider Rear Rack Lets You Bikepack with Full Suspension [Review]
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A close-up of a blue and green Smith helmet hanging on a wooden post, featuring a strap with an ALECK device attached. The background is blurred wood, suggesting an outdoor setting, possibly related to activities like skiing or biking.
Electronics
Aleck Punks Headphones Review: The Smart Way to Ride and Listen
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A close-up view of a bike rack mounted on the rear of a red Toyota vehicle, parked in an outdoor setting with a clear blue sky and mountains in the background. The bike rack features adjustable arms for securing bicycles, showcasing a sturdy design with visible brand markings.
Bike Racks
USA-made Saris Modular Hitch Rack Brings Heavy Competition
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A bright light source shines in a dark setting, creating a starburst effect. In the background, out of focus, the silhouette of a bicycle tire and a glimpse of red light are visible. The image captures a sense of night-time adventure or outdoor activity.
Lights
Lezyne Super Drive 1800+ Bike Light Review
A close-up image of a bicycle handlebar featuring a black and brown saddle bag attached to the top tube. The bag is zippered and includes a small strap. A bike computer is mounted on the handlebars, and the background shows a snowy environment with hints of brown grass.
Bike Bags
Ornot Handlebar Bag Delivers Stable Storage [Review]
A close-up view of a mountain bike front wheel and fork, featuring a water bottle secured in a holder, set against a wooded backdrop with leaves on the ground. The bike has a maroon frame with decorative elements and a Maxxis tire. The water bottle displays a decorative pattern, blending functionality with style.
Accessories
This New Kit Adds Seriously Sturdy Gear Mounts to Almost Any Fork [Review]
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Two camping gear items are resting on grass in front of a wooden fence. A gray sleeping bag with blue straps is positioned next to a black Therm-a-Rest NeoAir sleeping pad. In the background, there are stacked pieces of wood.
Outdoor & Camping
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad and Hyperion 32° Bag Review
A glass filled with clear water, featuring a black flashlight submerged inside. The flashlight has a small green indicator light visible, and the background consists of a blue surface and wall.
Lights
The Fenix BC26R Bike Light is Bright and Water Tight [Review]
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A close-up image of a colorful handlebar bag mounted on a mountain bike. The bag features a brown fabric with pink accents and a yellow logo tag from Topo Designs. In the background, there are blurred trees and natural elements, with part of the bike frame visible in bright yellow.
Bike Bags
The Best Handlebar Bags for Your Bike Adventures [Reviews]
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A gray camping tent set up in a foggy, grassy landscape, with patches of tall grass and low vegetation surrounding it. The background is obscured by mist, creating a serene and isolated atmosphere.
Outdoor & Camping
Sea to Summit Telos TR2 Lightweight Tent Review
A person wearing a lightweight, gray backpack with a black logo on the back. The setting is outdoors with a blurred background featuring trees and a fence. The individual is dressed in a black jacket, highlighting the backpack's design.
Hydration Packs
EVOC Hydro Pro 6 Hydration Vest Review
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