Dakine's Cross X full-finger gloves combine five specialized materials to deliver superior grip, impact protection, and all-weather functionality for aggressive mountain bikers.
The updated Singletracks GPS Activity Tracker makes uploading, editing, and sharing your ride data easier with enhanced features for tracking all your activities.
The Novara Arosa long sleeve jersey offers moisture-wicking warmth, feminine fit, and versatile layering options for cool-weather trail riding at great value.
The massive Camelbak H.O.S.S. hydration pack converted this former pack-hater with its ventilated design, rock-solid stability, and waterproof storage for serious gear hauling.
From high-end full-suspension rigs to GPS units and Fox forks, here are the most wished-for mountain bike items on Singletracks this year.
Trek launches two chainless commuter bikes under $1,000 using carbon belt drive technology that's lighter, longer-lasting, and maintenance-free compared to traditional chains.
Calfee Design's $2,695 bamboo mountain bike frame promises superior performance and sustainability, potentially revolutionizing bike construction like carbon fiber did in the 90s.
South African bike maker Morewood sets up US operations in North Carolina, offering hand-built downhill and freeride frames backed by national championship wins.
SRAM's new XX component group promises lightweight, high-end performance for cross-country riders, possibly featuring a 2x10 drivetrain launching mid-2009.
Data from Singletracks members reveals surprising regional preferences: West Coast riders favor dual suspension while East Coast and Midwest mountain bikers prefer hardtails.
Rediscovering mountain biking's roots by building a retro "Klunker" cruiser proves that soul and fun don't require high-tech components or suspension.
Looking to diversify your portfolio? This 24-karat gold-plated, Swarovski crystal-encrusted track bike costs $124,888 and includes free worldwide delivery.
Outside Magazine profiles the redesigned 2009 Specialized Epic S-Works, a 21.7-pound carbon XC race machine that helped Christoph Sauser win the world championship.
Score big savings on mountain bike gear with our new monthly deals page featuring the best prices on bikes and accessories from around the web.
Smaller riders now have access to high-performance XC race bikes like the Ellsworth Truth, Yeti AS-R, and Specialized S-Works Era Carbon.
Yahoo's fleet of 20 custom Electra Townies equipped with solar-powered cameras and GPS automatically document cities with geo-tagged photos uploaded to Flickr.
Two clever DIY mountain bike hacks: use old inner tubes as free chain slap guards, and build a budget bike rack from hardware store PVC.
Flat tires are annoying. Here are some tips to prevent getting a flat on your mountain bike.
From XC race rigs to fat bikes and DH sleds, here's a diverse collection of mountain bikes spotted at Interbike 2008.
Gates' Carbon Drive replaces your chain with a lightweight, silent carbon belt that lasts 2.5 times longer and never needs lube or adjustment.
Decorative rim art is showing up everywhere at Interbike this year, from boutique brands to major players like Mavic's swirly CrossMax SX wheels.
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A quick look at new Giro helmets and Camelbak's tasty elixir drink mix that masks hydration pack flavors while adding electrolytes.
The Rase remote-adjustable seat post allows riders to raise and lower their seats on-the-fly using a handlebar-mounted trigger for better climbing and descending.
**Easton introduces wider handlebars specifically designed for 29er mountain bikes, responding to growing demand as the big-wheel format gains serious market traction.**
Crank Brothers expands their wheelset lineup with lightweight All Mountain Iodine wheels featuring through axles, elongated nipples for color and strength, and customizable options.
Blackburn's Air Stik SL may be the world's smallest bike pump, while their Mammoth 2Stage tackles today's high-volume tires with dual pumping modes.
The Blackburn Flea is a lightweight, 40-lumen backup light that recharges from any standard battery—perfect insurance for trail riders caught out after dark.
Light & Motion's Seca series replaces the top-rated ARC with LED technology, producing 700 lumens through innovative optical engineering and smart beam patterns.
Garmin releases a special edition Edge 705 in team colors with standard mapping, while new US Topo 24k software brings enhanced detail to select units.
The Titus Racer X Carbon and Ellsworth Truth are high-end XC bikes with different strengths, but the lighter Titus wins for weight-conscious riders.
At Interbike's Bootleg Canyon demo, we compared the Redline d660 and Rocky Mountain Hammer 29er hardtails back-to-back on the trails.
Backcountry.com is launching a new road cycling deals site and promises an unnamed high-end mountain bike gear site in 2009.
The Dutch have created urban bike racks with built-in pumps, though mountain bikers might need to add a tube dispenser for trailhead use.
Singletracks hits 500 mountain bike trail maps with user-submitted GPS data, featuring over 400,000 track points across trails from Colorado to New Zealand.
iPhone apps now offer speed, elevation, and GPS tracking for $2.99, challenging the Garmin Edge 705's dominance in mountain bike navigation.
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**Score deep discounts on closeout mountain bike gear from JensonUSA, including $300 off a Marzocchi 66 fork and half-price helmets.**
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Cannondale's radical ON project ditches the traditional double-triangle frame for a streamlined single-beam design with co-molded carbon, aluminum, and integrated components.
California's Evomo creates sick mountain bike lifestyle apparel like the iconic Braincase tee featuring a skull constructed entirely from bike parts.
Post a review of trails, gear, tours, or shops in August for a chance to win a Garmin Edge 205 GPS and influence 2008's best gear rankings.
Cannondale's Olympic riders will compete on a super-secret 8.8kg Scalpel featuring raw carbon finish, prototype tubulars, and ceramic bearings this month.
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Dutch company YAKKAY markets stylish helmet covers for urban cyclists, transforming basic BMX-style lids into fashion statements for $180 total.
Trek tests a trailside vending machine in Madison, stocking tubes, CO2, and snacks, plus integrated work stand and repair videos.
Look aims to reclaim mountain bike market share with new clipless pedals, but $199 price and learning curve may limit appeal.
Submit a helpful review of trails, gear, tours, or shops this month and you'll be entered to win a Garmin Edge 205 cycling GPS.
This custom flask holster from Ahearne Cycles mounts a Surly flask to your bike frame, selling 500 units annually at $30 each.
Italian suspension maker Marzocchi sells its mountain bike and motorcycle business to US auto parts giant Tenneco Inc. in a reverse-trend overseas deal.
Two awesome mountain bike videos: a 10,000-foot descent down Peru's sandy Olleros trail and unicycling on San Diego's Iron Mountain Trail.
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