We preview the latest FSA mountain bike components at Sea Otter 2017.
TRP's new G-Spec brakes incorporate Aaron Gwin's input with tighter tolerances, composite pistons, cooling fins, and polished finish starting at $150.
The Mazama Koosah, in all of its minimalist glory Selecting the proper pack for a given ride can be a delicate process, with the rider entering…
Mavic's $180 Crossmax XL Pro shoes offer secure fit and solid pedaling performance, but durability issues persist for riders who hike-a-bike frequently.
Polygon's new Square One EX features 180mm of travel and claims to pedal efficiently uphill while still descending like a downhill bike.
Marin's new Wolf Ridge 29er features a radical suspension design that ditches traditional damping in favor of innovative kinematics for ultimate efficiency.
The Trek Powerfly 8 e-MTB excels at fast-forwarding through boring climbs, but its weight and noisy motor compromise the singletrack experience we love.
Aaaahhh, the endless prairie of North Dakota. How could anyone possibly get hurt while biking here? (photo: stumpyfsr) We’ve all heard it before: “It’s okay to…
Five Ten Impact high tops look like Air Jordans but grip flat pedals like an octopus, offering comfort and control for gravity riding.
Garmin's new Varia UT800 is an 800-lumen bike light that automatically adjusts brightness based on speed and ambient light when paired with Edge computers.
SRAM updates their Code brakes with Guide technology, bigger pistons, and 15% more power for aggressive riders and e-bikes.
We covered the Fat Chance Yo Eddy hardtail back when the brand relaunched at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show in 2015. At Sea Otter this year, Chris Chance was on…
Vittoria's new Gato XC tire features circumferential mud-clearing channels, siped knobs, and Graphene-enhanced 4C rubber compound for competitive wet-weather racing.
Manitou's new Mastodon fat bike fork features 34mm stanchions and clears tires up to 26x5.15" or 27.5x4.5" with 100-140mm travel options.
Scandinavian bag maker Douchebags (Db Equipment) collaborated with pro cyclists and baggage handlers to create The Trail, a minimalist bike travel bag.
Santa Cruz developed a carbon 29er version of their World Cup-winning V10 downhill bike in just months, debuting at Lourdes this weekend.
Three mountain bikers in Australia were attacked with a pole and dog, then chased by a man wielding a running chainsaw.
Mountain biking teaches us to embrace being out of control, preparing us mentally for life's unexpected challenges better than those who demand constant control.
The Canyon Sender DH bike Canyon Bikes, a behemoth of the consumer-direct business model, is coming to the US late summer/early fall, 2017. We've seen other,…
Cool tools from Abbey Bike Tools at Sea Otter 2017.
GORE Bike Wear claims mountain bikers sit differently than roadies, and they've designed mountain bike-specific chamois padding and baggy bib shorts to prove it.
A dangerous nail-studded rope was found strung across a Grand Forks trail at neck height, prompting police investigation and safety warnings.
The first round of the 2017 World Cup DH schedule kicks off in Lourdes, France this Sunday.
Niner teams up with Colorado's Push Industries to create a limited RIP 9 RDO featuring the premium Elevensix coil shock for aggressive descending.
Many riders lust after carbon wheels, but the generally high price tags keep them out of reach, which is where Atomik Carbon comes in. Atomik exists to bring prices down…
Teravail debuts a smart mountain bike tire lineup designed for bikepacking and ultra-endurance riding, with tires launching in July 2017.
Cross-training with other sports can be a good way to progress your mountain biking.
The smooth curves and glossy paint of the Kuat NV 2.0 are both subtle and complementary when paired with a vehicle.
Fans of gearbox bikes, rejoice! Thanks to Cycle Monkey, the Zerode Taniwha is coming to the US. The Taniwha sports a full carbon frame with 160mm of travel front and rear.…
Bontrager launches new Line and Kovee mountain bike wheels with Rapid Drive hubs, promising lightweight carbon and alloy options at accessible prices.
Cush Core's foam tire insert claims to add damping to pneumatic tires, reduce squirm at low pressures, and protect rims from damage.
Photo: IMBA I admit, I was a little scared. “That fella over there bought you this beer,” the bartender said matter-of-factly. My friend, Damon, smiled, wrapped…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Greg and I talk about the things mountain biking can teach all of us about life.
Camaraderie among our youth. It doesn't get much better than that. Photo © Pia McDonell of McDonell Media With nearly two-thirds of kids in the US…
Based in Fürth, Bavaria, Uvex has been in the personal protective equipment business since 1926. Despite their well-known name in helmet manufacturing, Uvex hardly has a stronghold on the MTB helmet…
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**From hiker rants to Pulitzer-worthy epics, these trail reviews prove mountain bikers have a lot to say—and some truly entertaining ways to say it.**
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At the very top of a short, gnarly descent known to locals as The Chutes, located in the Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Because the original line is harder,…
As we all know, it's tough to get your rides in during the winter, especially on weekdays. The early sunsets, cold temperatures, and generally shitty weather easily sap all motivation…
Ibis launches the third generation Ripley 29er with 130mm travel, now clearing up to 2.6" tires and featuring a stiffer swingarm connection.
Transition launches two aggressive carbon hardtails: the 27.5" Throttle and 29" Vanquish, both built for descending with slack geometry and 3lb frames.
9point8's new Fall Line R dropper post claims to be the lightest available at 386g and features a cuttable design for weight savings.
Several hundred feet below us, red dust obscured our view of the helicopter. The whop-whop-whop of rotors whirling drowned out the sound of our conversation, and we all fell into a companionable…
Photo: Aaron Chamberlain Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for Singletracks.com, any opinions…
Pivot Cycles sponsors Utah and Arizona NICA leagues, providing bikes and creating "No Parents Allowed" Chill Zones for young racers at events.
IMBA's troubled Chapter 3.0 program offers mixed benefits; former VP Kevin Adams helps local advocacy groups evaluate whether staying affiliated still makes sense.
The third annual Singletracks #BrutalLoop at Mulberry Gap features two challenging route options, with all proceeds benefiting the North Georgia Mountain Bike Association.
Trail sabotage on Colorado's Dakota Ridge resulted in a painful crash, highlighting the dangerous reality of malicious trail alterations targeting mountain bikers.
Everything mountain bikers need to know about visiting and riding in Pisgah National Forest.
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