Photo: Aaron Chamberlain When it comes to traveling with your mountain bike in North America, the road trip is king. Until gas prices climb back up…
Trail 401 in Crested Butte, CO (photo: Magua X) You've spent the past few months reading reams of reviews, poring over geometry charts, and comparing build…
I first came across Leatt's new DBX 3.0 helmet at Interbike last year, and I was immediately drawn to the Ninja Turtle-esque matte green and orange colorway. Leatt offers two versions of…
Mavic updates their iconic Deemax wheelset with wider rims, fewer spokes, and extensive machining for DH and enduro racing applications.
SRAM's top-tier Roam 60 carbon wheels now come in 29" with 30mm internal width, external brass nipples, and Double Time hubs for $1,900.
Guerrilla Gravity's new Smash blends 29-inch wheels with 140mm travel to create an American-made trail bike that climbs efficiently and smashes downhills.
Photo credit Tom Wragg and @rubythetraildog It is impossible, I believe, to find a more enthusiastic trail shredding companion than a trail dog. No matter the weather, the…
In this episode of the Singletracks mountain bike podcast, we share tips for getting faster on the descents.
Evening rides offer golden light, cooler temps, and introspective solitude that dawn patrols can't match, even if darkness looms ever closer.
Norwegian company Sweet Protection is a relative newcomer to the mountain bike market, although they've been around since 2000. They got their start with a snowboarding helmet and have since expanded…
Revelate Designs has been in the bikepacking game since the very beginning. Founded in Anchorage back in 2007, Revelate has been making frame bags for a decade and has a wide…
Trek's new proprietary Thru Shaft rear shock eliminates the internal floating piston for improved responsiveness on 2018 Fuel, Remedy, and Slash models.
Not long after discovering mountain biking and becoming obsessed with the sport, I learned I was to be transferred to... North Dakota! Really? Did the powers that be not realize…
Trail TV visits Asheville and Pisgah for epic singletrack, craft beer culture, and riding that'll shred your legs but leave you grinning all day long.
It comes as no surprise that Breckenridge, Crested Butte and the Grand Valley are among the top mountain bike destinations in Colorado.
Most trail bikes today feature wide handlebars paired with short stems, which somewhat limits your mounting options for things like a GPS unit. I personally ran into this problem on…
Local mountain bikers question viral barbed wire booby trap story after rider creates $8,000 GoFundMe to replace 2008 bike worth around $1,000.
"I'm The Dude, so that's what you call me. You know? That or uh... His Dudeness, or uh... Duder, or uh... El Duderino if you're not into the whole brevity thing." -The Big…
In terms of mountain bike gear and clothing, Sweet Protection is young with their first line released circa 2013. The Sweet story, however, dates back nearly 20 years with handmade skate…
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The YT Mob endured a brutal weekend in Lenzerheide with crashes, medical stitches, disqualifications, and flat tires derailing both Gwin and Mulally's races.
A mountain biker's neck was sliced open by barbed wire strung across a trail in Alberta, in what appears to be an intentional booby trap.
Discover must-ride mountain bike trails in major Midwest and Texas cities, from Chicago to Houston, proving great singletrack thrives everywhere.
Check out these five excellent mountain bike trails in the Chicago area
Discover these fun mountain bike trails in Dallas, TX.
Discover these great mountain biking trails in Houston, TX.
Detroit-area mountain bikers must drive at least 30 minutes for quality singletrack, but these seven trail systems are worth the trip.
We talk about the best mountain bike upgrades priced under $100.
If you're looking for a lightweight glove for summer riding, consider one of these.
The Chuckbucket is a handlebar snack bag that's designed to accommodate up to a 1-liter Nalgene water bottle or a 40-ounce Klean Kanteen.
The Gearjammer is Oveja Negra's take on the classic seat bag--a must-have for any and every bikepacker.
SRAM introduces X-Sync 2 oval chainrings in 32-38t sizes, promising better chain retention and reduced friction for Eagle and 11-speed drivetrains.
Santa Cruz launches the 29er-only Hightower LT with 150mm travel, skipping plus tire compatibility for pure EWS-inspired speed and performance.
photo: Jason Liske I have had the good fortune of needing to travel across Kansas from time to time. I say "good fortune" because I always…
Recently I reviewed the Feiyu Tech WG, a wearable gimbal that adapts to GoPro and similar action cameras. The WG is a phenomenal product that turns unwatchable shaky GoPro footage into buttery…
WTB partnered with the Semper Fi Fund to help wounded veterans recover through mountain biking at a skills camp during the TDS Enduro.
Real life takes place behind bars. Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for…
A review of the Adidas Horizor sunglasses.
NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) testing is nothing new. In the automotive world there are volumes of books on NVH testing. It is probably the biggest concern that both bikes and automobiles…
Specialized's redesigned Epic FSR gets slacker geometry, a modified single-pivot suspension, updated Brain 2.0 shock, and sheds over a pound.
Outdoor Demo. Photo: Interbike Demo days provide a perfect opportunity to properly try a mountain bike before you buy. Here you can test the fit, feel, and handling of…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I discuss some common mountain bike mistakes we've made or seen others make, and how to avoid those mistakes.
Shimano's mountain bike shoes have long been a personal favorite since I was but a wee 24-year-old making the switch to clipless pedals from flats. Over the intervening 10+ years,…
A review of the Topeak Ninja C bicycle multi-tool.
A review of the Topeak Mini 10 bicycle multi-tool.
No matter what you're riding on, it can be sweet! (photo: Greg Heil) "Variety is the spice of life" goes the old cliché. It is not…
After twisting and turning through the maze of options in the greater Slaughter Pen complex, Back 40, in contrast, promised a lengthy 30-mile loop with minimal navigation required.
I recently reviewed the SL-K Carbon Wheelset from Full Speed Ahead, or FSA, and loved it. FSA was kind enough to send me the matching SL-K cockpit set up (handlebar, stem, and seatpost)…
The 2018 Giant Anthem 29 XC race bike gets longer, slacker geometry with shorter chainstays and reduced rear travel for technical descents.