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Our team of mountain bike and gear testers have decades of mountain biking experience. We recognize mountain bikes and gear can be expensive and as mountain bikers ourselves, we aim to help you make informed purchase decisions.

A close-up view of a bicycle with a gray cargo bag attached to the back, featuring yellow cords for securing items. The seat post is visible, showing a gold-colored dropper post and a black saddle. The bike is positioned on a dirt trail surrounded by sparse vegetation and an open landscape.
Bikepacking Gear
Old Man Mountain Atlas Rack Pack review: durable construction but unusuable for technical descents
A mountain bike with a sleek silver frame stands on a dirt path surrounded by greenery, with rolling hills in the background under a clear blue sky. The bike features wide tires and a front suspension fork, showcasing its readiness for off-road trails.
Hardtail bikes
My first 32er mountain bike test ride suggests the hype is outrunning the tech. But not for long.
A side profile of a man wearing a light-colored mountain biking helmet and dark sunglasses, standing on a wooded path surrounded by greenery.
Half Shell Helmets
Specialized Ambush 3 helmet review: Better ventilation and significantly improved specs come at a cost
Close-up view of a mountain bike tire, showing its rugged tread pattern and texture, with dirt and debris visible on the surface. The background features a blurred natural setting with green grass and blurred foliage.
Tires
Specialized Butcher and Eliminator radial mountain bike tires review: 30% more grip with little downside
Close-up view of a mountain bike seat post, showcasing a turquoise frame and a black adjustable seat post clamp. The bike is positioned near a tree in a blurred outdoor setting, highlighting natural surroundings.
Dropper Posts
Teravail Telec dropper post review: Fast return speed and adjustable travel at $229
Close-up image of a bicycle pedal featuring a silver metal body and a purple rubber edge. The pedal is mounted on a bicycle, with a blurred background of green foliage and natural elements.
Flat Pedals
Crankbrothers Stamp Evo review: Large platform flat pedals with replaceable bashguards
Close-up of a Wolf Tooth bicycle pedal resting on a moss-covered log, with part of a bike frame and wheel partially visible in the background, emphasizing the pedal's design and detailing.
Clipless Pedals
Wolf Tooth SHIFT downhill clipless pedal review: Adjustable Q-factor and 8 traction pins
A close-up view of a cyclist's leg and foot on a mountain bike, showcasing a brown bike frame with a water bottle holder attached. The cyclist wears dark shorts and a pair of colorful socks. The bike features a thick front tire and a visible chainring, with gravel and foliage in the background.
Hardtail bikes
Surly Sorceress hardtail review: A long-overdue modern addition to the brand's mountain bike lineup
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A cyclist kneeling beside a mountain bike, inspecting the rear tire, which is covered in white foam likely from a sealant for puncture repair. The background features a dirt path surrounded by greenery, indicating an outdoor biking environment. The cyclist is wearing a helmet and a blue shirt.
Tire Sealants
How to use a GÜP tire sealant inflator for mountain bike flats without the mess
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A person riding an electric mountain bike down a rocky trail, focused on maintaining balance. The rider is wearing a helmet, gloves, and protective gear. In the background, there are hills and a cloudy sky.
Trail Bikes
Aventon Current review: How this $6,000 full-suspension eMTB stacks up
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A mountain biker navigating a rocky trail in a forested area, focusing on the rear wheel and pedals of the bike. The ground is covered with orange dirt and scattered leaves, and sunlight filters through the trees in the background.
Flat Pedal Shoes
Five Ten Sleuth DLX 2 review: A comfortable flat pedal shoe with Stealth rubber grip
Close-up image of a bicycle's rear derailleur and gear cassette, showcasing the intricate mechanics and dirt accumulation. The background features blurred greenery, indicating an outdoor setting, possibly a trail.
Drivetrain
Shimano Deore Di2 brings wireless electronic shifting to older bikes on a budget [Review]
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A cyclist wearing a black helmet and sunglasses is about to take a bite of a snack bar while standing outdoors. He is dressed in a blue shirt and has on bright yellow gloves. The background is nature, suggesting he is taking a break during a ride.
Nutrition
Bike snack taste test: These Walking Tamales aren't pedestrian
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Four small, colorful plastic pieces in yellow and orange are scattered on a wooden surface. The pieces have angular shapes with circular holes, resembling components that could be used in a game or tool. The rustic texture of the wood contrasts with the bright colors of the plastic.
Tools
New Crankbrothers Plug Mate tubeless tire plug anchors go in easy, resist pulling out
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A close-up image of a hand holding a black and gray camera quick release plate, featuring a textured design and the word "FRONT" embossed on one side. The background shows a blurred green outdoor environment.
Pedals
Redshift Mousetrap Pedal Adapters turn clipless pedals into flats for riding around town [Review]
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Close-up view of a mountain bike's handlebars, featuring black grips and a bicycle computer, set on a trail covered with fallen leaves. The bike is positioned with a turquoise frame partially visible, indicating an outdoor cycling environment.
Cockpit
Teravail Lytho handlebar, stem, and grips provide a smart new option for bikepacking and MTB too
A cyclist in a red and black plaid shirt rides an electric mountain bike on a rocky trail, surrounded by sparse trees and hills in the background during sunset.
Mountain bikes
Specialized Turbo Levo R first ride review
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Close-up image of a cork-covered handle grip with a textured surface, attached to a black object, set against a blurred natural background.
Grips
Are cork grips any good for mountain biking? I put the PDW Lisbon cork grips to the test.
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A mountain biker navigating rocky terrain in a forested area, wearing a helmet, sunglasses, and a plaid shirt, demonstrating skill and focus while riding a black mountain bike with red front suspension.
Trail Bikes
Propain Hugene review: A short-travel trail bike built for speed and value
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Close-up of a bicycle's rear derailleur, featuring a silver and black Shimano XTR component, with a background of a metallic bike cassette and gravel surface.
Brakes
Shimano XTR Di2 long-term review: One year of wireless MTB drivetrain testing
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Close-up image of a bicycle seat post featuring a black and silver adjustment mechanism. The top of the post shows markings for maximum height and measurement indicators, with a visible brand logo on the attachment point. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Dropper Posts
BikeYoke Divine 2.0 dropper post review: Affordable, adjustable, and rebuildable
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A collection of mountain bikes mounted on the back of a pickup truck, showcasing their handlebars and tires. The truck has a black protective cover on the tailgate, and the image captures the bikes in a natural outdoor setting.
Tailgate Pads
The Ozark Trail Universal tailgate cover pad for pickup trucks holds 5 bikes [Review]
A close-up of a black-gloved hand resting on a bicycle handlebar, with the index finger pointing forward. The background features blurred patches of brown leaves and greenery, indicating an outdoor setting.
Gloves
2 winter MTB gloves that actually keep hands warm without getting in the way
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A bright LED light illuminating a rocky surface in a dark environment, with soft shadows and surrounding foliage.
Lights
Gloworm CX Core all-in-one bike light review
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A lineup of five compact electronic devices placed on a flat surface. From left to right, they include a Topeak device, a black and orange Flexi unit, an XSIMAX product with a red knob, a small black device featuring a logo, and a larger Fanttik unit with a hose and buttons. The background shows blurred greenery, indicating an outdoor setting.
Electronics
Electric bike pumps reviewed: Fastest, lightest, and loudest revealed
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Close-up view of a bike's handlebars featuring an ELEMNT ROAM device mounted on the center. The screen displays "WARMING UP." The handlebars are black, with a red "PNW" logo visible on the side, set against a blurred natural background.
GPS
One Wahoo Roam V3 bike GPS feature caught me completely off guard on the trail [Review]
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Close-up image of a hand holding a small mechanical tool with a black and gold design, featuring a knob and nozzle. The tool is likely used for precise applications, possibly in repair or manufacturing. The background is blurred, focusing on the tool's details.
Pumps
Topeak TubiHead review: Smart pump head upgrade makes seating tubeless MTB tires easier
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A mountain bike equipped with black travel bags is parked on a dirt path surrounded by sparse vegetation and distant hills under a clear blue sky. The bike features a green frame and is oriented towards the right, showcasing its components, including a water bottle holder and backpack-style attachments.
Bikepacking Gear
Old Man Mountain bikepacking rack system review
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A close-up view of a black tool organizer laid on a stone surface, featuring various bike chain links and small metallic parts scattered on top. A silver multi-tool and a purple flashlight are also visible within the organizer, showcasing a practical arrangement for outdoor maintenance or repairs.
Accessories
5 smart ways to carry MTB tools and supplies on your bike
Close-up of a mountain bike's pedal and crank, featuring a red pedal resting on a bed of pine needles and grass. The bike frame is silver, and the tire shows signs of off-road use.
Flat Pedals
8 Degree pedals are flats with float, and Singletracks put them to the test [Review]
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Close-up of a bicycle's rear brake system, showcasing the disc brake rotor, caliper, and part of the frame, set against a blurred green background.
Brakes
Shimano DEORE XT M8200 mountain bike brake review
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A person wearing a helmet and sunglasses holds up a lightweight, mesh bike protector against a clear blue sky, showcasing its unique design with honeycomb patterns. In the background, a bicycle and greenery are visible.
Body Protection
Rockintor Protection Vest delivers lightweight armor for mountain biking [Review]
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Close-up view of a worn shoe sole with a hexagonal tread pattern, showing dirt and debris, held up against a blurred natural background.
Flat Pedal Shoes
Shimano GF600 mountain bike shoe review after one year of testing