British cyclist Mike Hall, 2016 Tour Divide winner and speed record holder, was killed by an automobile while racing in Australia.
Louis Garneau's top-tier Copper T-Flex shoes blend race-ready carbon stiffness with all-day comfort through flexible uppers, dual Boa dials, and versatile temperature performance.
Rider: Greg Heil. All photos by Ross Bell "Necessity is the mother of invention," as the ancient saying goes. I'll add a second layer to that proverb:…
YT Industries' Jeffsy CF One 29 pairs confident descending prowess with eager climbing legs, offering progressive suspension and premium components at a competitive price point.
You can still improve your mountain biking skills at any age by reading, watching experts, practicing drills, and taking clinics.
Greg Heil discovers that uphill flow isn't just for e-bikes after railing bermed corners while climbing Bentonville's bidirectional machine-built trails.
Caldera IPA from Ashland, Oregon delivers a solid, sessionable take on the American IPA that's perfectly suited for post-ride refreshment.
A mountain biker was violently assaulted by an aggressive trail runner on North Table Mountain in Colorado after a passing dispute.
Research shows music boosts mountain bike performance, regulates mood, and helps riders find flow by syncing mind and body with rhythm.
The Maxxis Forekaster 2.6" is a playful, predictable shoulder-season tire that sheds mud confidently while making you question if heavier tires are worth it.
Not wanting to put a lot of money into an old bike that wasn't my primary singletrack slayer, I chose to put on an entry level fork…
Aaron and I discuss mountain bike shoes and share tips for finding the best shoe.
IMBA relaunches its Model Trails program with tiered fees, potentially ending the free Epic trail designation process that once honored exceptional rides.
Enjoying Packsaddle Lake all to myself in the Big Hole Mountains "Microadventure." The word sounds contradictory. Originally coined by Alastair Humphreys, the word challenges the idea that “adventures”…
Given their high turnover rate, ability to boost your bike's performance at a relatively low cost, and ever-widening wheels, if there's one thing I won't hate on, it's more tire options!…
After two months off the bike, that first ride of the season is a humbling reminder that fitness and trail conditions require patience.
Greg Heil explores how pushing beyond mountain biking into completely unfamiliar activities like backcountry skiing can shatter comfort zones and foster personal growth.
Camelbak's Palos is the first waist pack designed specifically for mountain biking, featuring MTB-specific storage, improved stability, and a comfortable wide belt.
Commencal's new Furious DH bike features simple single-pivot suspension and targets freeriders who prioritize style over race-pace speed, starting at $2,500.
Photo: Rebecca's Private Idaho Have you raced your bike yet? Some of the writers at Singletracks are a little conflicted whether we should or should not…
Silence the squeaks, creaks, and clicks on your mountain bike with these easy DIY fixes for common noise problems.
If you rode the first top 10 mountain bike destinations, congrats! Hope you enjoy the next ten trails (and breweries) just as much.
Aaron talks about his 340-mile Florida bikepacking adventure, also known as the Huracan 300.
A proposed housing development near Corona, California threatens to close the historic "Troy Lee" trail and limit access to the intersecting Block Trail.
During Scott's press camp in Crested Butte, CO last summer, our Chief Editor, Greg Heil, unveiled the latest revisions to the Scott Spark line of XC and trail bikes. Due to…
The Magicshine MJ-908 mountain bike light kit is designed for serious night riding, and the company makes some pretty big claims for this reasonably priced light set.
Mountain bikers in New Zealand discovered deliberately placed obstacles on popular trails, highlighting the ongoing problem of trail sabotage and rider safety concerns.
At just 23 years old, Montana framebuilder Adam Sklar took home the Best Mountain Bike award at NAHBS with his rigid singlespeed trail bike.
A review of the TRP Slate T4 mountain bike disc brakes.
Feedback Sports has spent the past few years crafting a reputation in the cycling world for manufacturing innovative bike stands and accessories, for both road and mountain bikers. Nestled in the foothills of…
Join Singletracks for the third annual Brutal Loop ride on April 29, featuring challenging climbs, epic descents, lunch, beer, and a custom knife.
Beeline Bikes will offer free assembly and setup for bikes over $500 purchased on Amazon, potentially disrupting traditional bike shop sales.
Master stream crossings with momentum, smart line choice, and exit focus—avoid green rocks, scout rocky bottoms, and power up the far bank.
Hawaii offers world-class mountain biking from Oahu's flowy Pupukea trails to Maui's lush forest reserves and the Big Island's technical terrain.
Race Face's Next SL G4 carbon cranks are featherlight at 438g, stiff enough for powerful riders, and adaptable across multiple bikes thanks to the versatile Cinch system.
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Michelin re-enters the mountain bike market with 16 new tires, but the Force AM fails to deliver confidence on anything beyond light-duty hardpack trails.
Women often worry about slowing down faster riders, but the truth is your riding partners are probably just happy you're there.
Today we talk about mountain bike helmets: the history of helmets in cycling, how helmets are constructed, and what mountain bikers should look for when purchasing a new helmet.
A Forest Service investigation reveals details of a fatal grizzly bear collision with a mountain biker and offers recommendations for riding in bear country.
The Terrene Wazia is designed to be a durable and competitive fat bike tire for snow trails and beyond.
Maxxis hosted media at Mulberry Gap to test new 2.6" tire widths and reinforced plus options while riding Pivot Switchblades on Georgia trails.
Niner has updated the JET 9 once again, going longer and slacker to make this trail bike even more capable. I've been testing the JET 9 Alloy, 1-star build, a relatively…
Rocky Mountain debuted their new fat bike, the Suzi Q, for 2017 which is intended to be a much more agile, fast fat bike, rather than a powder floating big wheeled monster. The…
Troy Lee Designs debuts their 2017 bike collection featuring the new A2 trail helmet with dual-density foam and MIPS, plus women's Ruckus apparel.
Pro downhillers Dakotah Norton and Jake Smith shred Windrock's gnarly terrain while Phil Kmetz struggles to keep up on a borrowed trail bike.
Greg Heil explores three critical consequences if kids stop playing outside: losing understanding of natural consequences, lacking grit, and disconnecting from nature.
A father-son duo's dream ride on Montana's Sapphire Crest Trail turns into an epic survival saga through wildfire destruction and vanishing trails.
New Belgium's Dayblazer is an easygoing 4.8% ale with honey and herbal notes that proves low-alcohol beer doesn't have to sacrifice flavor.
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