Aaron and I talk about the highlights from this year's Sea Otter Classic.
Colorado's Proudfoot Cycles builds durable steel mountain bikes including the Prime, a 120mm travel full suspension that accommodates plus or 29" wheels.
Vittoria is infusing graphene into carbon resin to create lighter, stiffer mountain bike wheels with improved material properties and increased spoke hole strength.
North Carolina lawmakers propose domestic terrorism bill after trail runner impalement, making concealed trail spikes a felony offense.
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 ultralight Mazama Koosah hydration pack weighs just 400g and keeps water refreshingly cold, making it ideal for minimalist day rides on the trail.
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.
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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.
Fat Chance debuts the updated Yo Eddy 2.2 steel hardtail with Boost 148 and plus-tire clearance, alongside the versatile Chris Cross gravel bike.
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.
Canyon Bikes is bringing its direct-to-consumer model and extensive mountain bike lineup to the US market in late summer 2017.
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.
Atomik Carbon designs affordable in-house carbon rims and showed new AM35, Chubby 43, and Phatty 85 models at Sea Otter Classic.
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.
The Zerode Taniwha, now available in the US, ditches traditional drivetrains for a 12-speed Pinion gearbox with 600% range and unique suspension benefits.
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.
Mountain biking transforms communities by energizing residents, boosting local economies, attracting businesses, and creating healthier, more connected populations across small-town America.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Greg and I talk about the things mountain biking can teach all of us about life.
Mountain biking offers kids far more than exercise—building confidence, fighting depression, teaching life skills, and fostering a lasting appreciation for the outdoors.
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Cheater lines, trail widening, and poor etiquette are destroying singletrack across the country, but riders can help preserve the challenge and terrain we love.
The CycleOps Hammer smart trainer is quiet, smooth, and packed with tech that pairs with apps like Zwift to make winter training tolerable.
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.
Gooseberry Mesa offers bucket-list slickrock riding with stunning views, perfect weather year-round, and cozy yurt accommodations perched dramatically above the Southern Utah desert.
Every spring, mountain bikers flee winter's grip and flock to Moab's slickrock paradise, where crowds thin quickly beyond town and new trails await discovery.
Pivot Cycles sponsors Utah and Arizona NICA leagues, providing bikes and creating "No Parents Allowed" Chill Zones for young racers at events.