Mountain bike race no-refund policies might seem harsh, but they're essential for keeping events viable and providing the motivation you need to train hard.
Club Ride says that these pants are designed for cool-weather rides, so for winter use I added a thermal layer beneath them.
My boyfriend proposed. It was really sweet how he was all shy and nervous. Here’s how it went down. Him: {shuffles, clears throat, looks down} “Hey, so, um….we’ve been spending a lot…
Leatt's DBX 4.0 Windblocker gloves offer spring/fall warmth, touchscreen-friendly NanoGrip palms, and CE-certified Armourgel protection against trail obstacles for $54.95.
Bike tech evolves exponentially, but decades of skill matter more than the latest carbon wonder when dropping into Moab's legendary slickrock trails.
photo: Chris Daniels In keeping with the "wider-is-better" or, depending on how you look at it, "wider-is-the-latest-thing" motif, DT Swiss introduced two new rims last year for their all-mountain…
The smartphone is the single most ubiquitous piece of technology today. These days, everyone from your 80-year-old grandma on down to your 12-year-old nephew is walking around with their head down, tapping away…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, we explain what Strava is and how mountain bikers are using the service for good (and sometimes evil.)
Bikologi.com Pitch the paper and pencil, scrap the calculator, and shut down the spreadsheets, because there's now a more efficient way to compare parts, calculate cost, cross check…
Initially skeptical of 27.5+ wheels, our tester found the Marin Pine Mountain 2 delivered surprising speed and traction that consistently beat personal records.
WTB's Bridger is an aggressive, well-designed plus tire that excels in varied conditions, though currently it's only available in 27.5x3.0.
WTB's Trail Boss 3.0 is a versatile plus-sized tire that excels across varied conditions, offering excellent traction and control for a reasonable price.
SRAM officially launches Eagle 12-speed drivetrains in XX1 and X01 variants, featuring a massive 500% gear range via a 10-50 tooth cassette.
Everyone, it seems, loves video of their ride, and the current gold standard for video is 4K, even if certain technical writers have called 4K a "dismal failure" of 2015. Whether you…
The Cycliq Fly 6 combines a rear blinky light with a 720p camera, perfect for commuters but overkill for mountain bikers who aren't dodging wombats.
Why you shouldn't ride wet mountain bike trails after a rain.
In case you hadn't heard, Patagonia entered the mountain bike apparel market late last year, and their spring collection is starting to hit retailers as we speak.
2015 was an amazing year in many ways, but especially in the world of mountain bikes. Over the course of the year, I got to put in double-digit miles on almost two…
I've been really stoked on Club Ride gear lately. Their products are the perfect combination of form and function, and the Queen Anne jersey is no different. This jersey features Dri-Sulate wool-poly blend fabric for…
Mountain biking faces an identity crisis: most riders pedal responsibly through nature, yet media portrays us as berm-slashing, jump-building daredevils.
We bike for fun. We bike for fitness. We bike for meditation. We bike for solitude, or we bike for companionship. But we can also bike for charity (and still get most…
If you're looking to give singlespeed mountain biking a try, listen in for tips and bike recommendations.
Is it just me, or did the "Godzilla El Nino" not get the memo? It's winter, or at least it should be for a few more weeks. Both winter and spring in Colorado…
The Hincapie Fahrenheit Jacket is surprisingly warm for its featherweight construction, but durability concerns and a temperamental stow pocket leave room for improvement.
Apex Park is one of the most popular places to ride and hike in the Colorado Front Range, and until recently, lay somewhat dormant during winter when big dumps would envelope the trails…
Bar Mitts' Extreme Cold Mountain Mitts use 6mm neoprene to block wind and trap warmth, keeping hands toasty in frigid temps while maintaining dexterity.
Since my initial review of the Borealis Crestone, I've put a couple of hundred miles on it in both snowy and dry conditions. I tested this bike in deep powder, on packed trails,…
In this review we test the Sugoi Zap Split Finger gloves for mountain biking in cold winter temperatures.
Ibis offers a Boost 148/27.5+ swingarm retrofit kit for existing Mojo HD3 owners, plus a new factory 27.5+ build option.
Editor's Note: Rovo Johnson has been cycling for 20 years, and he's started a website designed to help people who want to save money when buying a bike online: RovoBikeReviews.com. That said, he…
Purpose-built for fat biking, the 45NRTH Wolvhammer boots keep feet warm and dry down to 0°F, turning cold winter rides into care-free adventures.
A dropper post can dramatically upgrade your mountain biking experience. Here's what to look for when buying a dropper post.
In this episode we offer some ideas for getting your ride dialed after wintertime neglect, ready to roll for summer!
Now that I've had a few months to give the Niner JET 9 Carbon a proper flogging, it's time to come back to you and report on my experience. For those that…
I was offered to test the Primal Modenza Short pretty late in the mountain biking season in Colorado, but I jumped at the chance to try these out despite looming frigid weather, given…
Going over the route last year Last spring, we hosted a ride with our friends from Mulberry Gap in Ellijay, GA. That ride, dubbed the #BrutalLoop, covered 35 miles…
The area surrounding Raystown Lake in central Pennsylvania is special for many reasons, one of them being that it's home to the Allegrippis Trails, which Singletracks rates as the 15th best trail…
Arkansas is flush with excellent mountain bike trails, and is home to challenging topography thanks to not one, but two mountain ranges: the Ozarks and the Ouachitas.
I'm often skeptical, if not resistant, to radically-different technology. Oval chainrings seemed like a fringe product until I noticed more and more riders that I admire using them. So, when Absolute Black asked…
Leadville, Colorado is a small mountain town with the dubious honor of being the highest incorporated town in the United States--we're talking about elevation above sea level, here, although you can hit…
photo: Springwise.com. We've seen drones with GoPro cameras that can be programmed as "follow cam" flyers, and now this drone software from the University of Zurich can be used to…
Last year a woman in North Vancouver, BC was caught and eventually charged with intentionally sabotaging local mountain bike trails. Well, it seems someone is at it again in BC, this time…
We arrived at Grand Targhee Resort late Sunday afternoon, eager to check out the winter fat bike trails. Yes, I'm aware of the chorus, "Fat biking at a ski resort?! No way,…
The Teton Valley embraces cycling in any and all forms, so it's no surprise that fat bikes are everywhere. After riding the nordic trails and singletrack at Grand Targhee Resort the previous…
photo: Chris Leimberger If you're a regular Singletracks reader you've noticed that we updated our logo today. Changing a logo, especially for a brand with a long history like Singletracks, is always…
Have you ever noticed when you’ve looked at a map of the United States that every single state has a capital city… even the smallest and seemingly insignificant states? Maybe that seems obvious,…
We recently named Moab, UT as the mountain bike capital of the USA and today we talk about some of our favorite trails in the area plus share our tips for planning a trip to this must-ride destination.
A clever alternative to the compressor, Airshot’s rechargeable air canister works better than expected. As much as I enjoy the benefits of tubeless tires, I loath the process…
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