Tubolito tubes are lighter and stronger than a standard butyl rubber bicycle tire inner tube.
Tantrum's new, patented Missing Link suspension design promises revolutionary climbing efficiency, without sacrificing descending prowess.
Greg Heil reflects on a dramatically smaller Interbike, finding that face-to-face industry relationships remain the show's true value despite declining attendance and exhibitors.
Marin expands their successful Hawk Hill trail bike line with two new adult models and a kids' version featuring upgradeable wheel sizes.
Beloved Colorado mountain biker Tim Watkins was found dead on Mount Herman trail after going missing, with authorities confirming he died from a gunshot wound.
Spanish bike brand Mondraker, pioneer of modern forward geometry, is officially coming to the USA through select dealers starting this November.
The second generation Kona Process line includes a carbon fiber option, Boost spacing, and metric shock sizing.
Bikepacking is both complex, and yet very simple.
Wolf Tooth's new ReMote Sustain replaces the RockShox Reverb's hydraulic remote with a cable-actuated, shifter-style lever for improved ergonomics and reliability.
Greg Heil argues that 27.5+ tires are overrated, citing weight, flimsy casings, poor cornering, tire bounce, and lackluster traction in loose conditions.
Pivot celebrates 10 years of building mountain bikes with a limited edition Mach 5.5 featuring custom blue anodized components and anniversary graphics.
Spank injects their vibration-damping Vibrocore foam into new wide, shallow-profile Spike 350 wheels, claiming better tracking and increased strength.
Exploring whether true contentment comes from within or if choosing the right place to live matters more than Stoic philosophy suggests.
WTB's new Koda saddle was designed with female riders in mind, featuring a wide center channel, short nose, and two width options.
ENVE's new M Series wheels feature Wide Hookless Bead and Protective Rim Strip technologies designed to nearly eliminate pinch flats while improving durability.
MRP's new Ribbon Coil fork brings coil suspension performance to trail bikes with only a 203g weight penalty over its air-sprung counterpart.
e*thirteen's TRS+ cassette delivers 511% range with just 11 speeds, outperforming Eagle while offering lighter weight, better value, and compatibility with existing drivetrains.
Aaron Gwin reveals he earned roughly $1 million this year from salary, bonuses, prize money, and royalties in a recent video interview.
Transition launches the Sentinel, a 140mm 29er with slack geometry, and updates its entire lineup with "Speed Balanced Geometry" for 2018.
Greg Heil explores why introverts need solo rides to recharge, away from group ride debates about trails, components, and meaningless mountain biking minutia.
Transition Bikes teases a new model and updated lineup with a fun video, promising mountain bikers fresh options for the upcoming season.
Syncros' new Hixon iC integrated carbon bar/stem combo weighs just 290g and looks futuristic, but lacks adjustable bar roll.
Local bike shops face an enormous inventory challenge. This article explains why keeping the right products in stock at sufficient quantities is so hard.
Race Face's new Atlas DH wheels feature burly 30mm internal asymmetric rims welded from 6069 alloy and laced to proven Vault hubs.
A 24-year-old mountain biker was killed by lightning while riding near Telluride, Colorado despite shelter attempts and extensive resuscitation efforts.
Industry Nine's new Grade300 wheelsets feature 30mm internal rims, proprietary aluminum spokes, and reinforced construction designed specifically for downhill and aggressive riding.
Rossignol is planning to launch a big mountain bike line in North America in 2018 with DH, enduro, trail, and hardtail mountain bikes.
Mountain biking doesn't need justification through racing or fitness goals—it's worthwhile simply because we enjoy it, making the journey itself the destination.
Greg Heil explores two approaches to living in the moment: packing every second with activity versus intentionally slowing down to find peace.
After a six-day manhunt in Pisgah National Forest, fugitive Phillip Michael Stroupe II was apprehended after stealing a mountain bike at gunpoint.
Giant's 2018 Reign gets refined geometry, a trunnion-mounted shock, and a composite rocker arm, with models ranging from $2,700 to $8,200.
A Calgary man has been charged with fraud and public mischief after falsely claiming he was clotheslined by barbed wire while mountain biking.
The 1,270-mile Southern Highlands Traverse is the East Coast's first 1,000+ mile bikepacking route, connecting Virginia to Alabama through epic mountain terrain.
Two mountain bikers were robbed at gunpoint by a fugitive in Pisgah National Forest, sparking a multi-day manhunt and temporary forest closures.
PUSH Industries' ACS-3 coil conversion kit for Fox 36 and RockShox Pike forks combines coil suppleness with air-spring ramp-up for $389.
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.
Evening rides offer golden light, cooler temps, and introspective solitude that dawn patrols can't match, even if darkness looms ever closer.
Trek's new proprietary Thru Shaft rear shock eliminates the internal floating piston for improved responsiveness on 2018 Fuel, Remedy, and Slash models.
Local mountain bikers question viral barbed wire booby trap story after rider creates $8,000 GoFundMe to replace 2008 bike worth around $1,000.
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.
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.
Mountain biking isn't an escape from real life—it IS real life, while cubicles, screens, and endless bills are the fantasy we've been sold.
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From slickrock to singletrack, jeep trails to lollipops, embracing every type of trail surface and configuration is the key to keeping mountain biking spicy.
The 2018 Giant Anthem 29 XC race bike gets longer, slacker geometry with shorter chainstays and reduced rear travel for technical descents.
Intense Cycles updates the Carbine 29er with 155mm travel, longer wheelbase, slacker geometry, and five build options ranging from $3,999 to $10,399.
OneUp Components' innovative EDC Tool stores inside your steerer tube or pump, packing 15+ functions including hex keys, chain breaker, and tire lever.
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