How does Orange Seal Endurance formula compare to the original? We put it to the test.
Trek is recalling nearly 3,000 Farley fat bikes from 2014-2015 due to a fork separation issue that could cause riders to crash.
These are the best mountain bike grips according to Singletracks readers and our editors.
A review of the Shimano Deore XT M8000 mountain bike brakes.
A review of the Bell Super 2R MIPS convertible mountain bike helmet.
IMBA's 2016 member survey reveals that 76% of respondents have seen increased local trail access, with federal land access ranking as the top priority.
A dangerous punji stake trap was discovered in a jump landing at UK's Delamere trail system, prompting removal by authorities and safety concerns.
Singletracks tests the third generation Santa Cruz Tallboy in North Carolina.
No complaints from Marcel, even though we were shouldering our bikes. "Quick, get a picture!" he said. "I think this is the first time ever I've really had…
Pisgah from the Blue Ridge Parkway (photo: Aaron Chamberlain) During a recent trip to Western North Carolina, I stopped by Cane Creek's headquarters for a tour…
Specialized's updated Epic Hardtail is their lightest frame ever—yes, even lighter than their road bikes—with slacker geometry and dropper-post routing.
The Fort Whyte trails were built on the site of a former concrete plant. photo: Alex Man Mountain bike trail builders tend to get a bad, though undeserved,…
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Police have identified a suspect who placed nail boards on an unsanctioned trail in Eagle, Colorado, though no charges have been filed yet.
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In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, we discuss the history of mountain bike suspension and the advantages hardtail mountain bikes still have over their fully squishy brethren today.
Overview of Mount Hood area trails. Google Maps. With the exception of a few connector trails (two of which are undergoing extension and re-route), this report…
Showcasing some of the lesser-known mountain bike trails in the Hood River area, plus where to stay during your visit.
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A few years ago younger riders started saying “hi, old man,” when I’d show up at rides. At first I didn’t think anything about it. I was, after all, senior…
The area known as 44 Trails in the Hood River Valley boasts popular mountain bike trails including Surveyor's Ridge, and Dog River trails.
The Ibis Mojo 3 plus bike feels like a light, playful trail bike with ludicrous traction, not a typical sluggish plus-tired rig.
UK cult brand Orange Mountain Bikes expands to the US with iconic aluminum trail rigs built in Britain, starting at $3,800.
A UK mountain bike instructor faces a £4 million lawsuit after a student was paralyzed during a beginner skills lesson in 2012.
Shuttling mountain bike trails in Hood River, Oregon.
Rider: Greg Heil. Photo: Marcel Slootheer Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for…
Trek's redesigned 2017 Remedy features 27.5" wheels, 150mm travel, and RE:aktiv suspension technology that automatically adjusts without manual switching.
The DirtySixer hardtail mountain bike rolls on 32-inch wheels.
Red Bull Rampage pushes riders to their mental and physical limits—here's how sports psychology and mindfulness techniques help extreme athletes manage fear and prevent injury.
Mountain biking Surveyor's Ridge near Mount Hood, Oregon.
Editor’s Note: John Fisch is an avid backcountry enthusiast who hikes, bikes and backpacks at every opportunity. The trails in this editorial are part of his big backyard. While John is a regular…
In this episode, Aaron, Greg, and I share tips for choosing a great bikepacking route and attempt to dispel the myth that you need fancy gear to get started.
We've selected some of the highest-rated, beginner-friendly singletrack mountain bike trails on Singletracks to help both newbies and friends of newbies get started.
Minaret Summit, top of the world. Photo by Peter Morning. “So the thing about riding Mammoth is…” Somehow I knew Gabe Taylor, head of bike park…
Depending on the venue for fat bike races, you might be stuck dropping your gear off against a fence post as you head out to hammer in the powder. Imagine returning shivering and…
Dangerous booby traps discovered on Dirt Surfer trail in Eagle, Colorado; riders warned to stay alert and report suspicious obstacles to authorities.
There is nothing like finishing the day and coming back to a beautiful camp where someone else does the cooking, cleaning, schlepping, and logistics.
When you’re looking for adventure, you can’t do better than heli biking: it’s your ticket to rarely-ridden singletrack and stunning scenery. But you don’t have to stop there; why not…
All images courtesy Niner Niner completely redesigned two of their most popular bikes this summer - the RIP 9 and JET 9. Both bikes got a…
At just 270g per shoe, Specialized is claiming the new S-Works 6 XC shoes are the lightest mountain bike shoes in the world. Not only that, the company is claiming this is…
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 expressed in this column are his alone and…
SORBA mid-TN is working to build and maintain mountain bike trails in the Nashville area, and they recently suffered a setback when their new DitchWitch trail building machine and custom trailer was stolen.…
As we fly over snow-capped mountains, glaciers, a rugged west coast that cuts deep into the inland mountains and steep-sided fjords, we are for sure coming into land in Norway,…
Colton Lock here checking in from Outerbike in Moab, UT with Jordan from Orbea. Today we are taking a look at the 2017 Orbea Loki 27.5+. The 2017 Loki is…
Credit: UCI The UCI management committee recently met to discuss rule changes across several cycling disciplines, one of which was downhill mountain biking. After already reducing the Female…
One of the best ways to get to know a mountain biker is to ask what kind of bike they ride.
Canfield Riot. Because it's that fun Besides riding your bike, nothing is more satisfying than building your bike with a careful, well-thought, and personalized collection of…
When I took my freshman physics course in college, my favorite block was optics. I could get really geeked out studying light wavelengths and how they could be bent, filtered,…
Heading down Berm and Ernie with a shuttle in the background. I was gearing up to ride at Jug Mountain Ranch in Central Idaho last summer…
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 expressed in this column are his alone…
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