Buffalo Creek's 60+ miles of singletrack offer prime winter fat biking near Denver, with variable conditions ranging from powder-perfect to bone-dry granite.
The Hincapie Fahrenheit Jacket is surprisingly warm for its featherweight construction, but durability concerns and a temperamental stow pocket leave room for improvement.
Fat biking at Colorado's Apex Park offers incredible winter riding, but timing is critical: catch the narrow window between post-storm pack-down and spring melt.
Bar Mitts' Extreme Cold Mountain Mitts use 6mm neoprene to block wind and trap warmth, keeping hands toasty in frigid temps while maintaining dexterity.
After hundreds of miles testing the Borealis Crestone XX1 in snow and dirt, this high-end carbon fat bike delivers sublime ride quality.
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.
Despite online bargains, supporting your local bike shop offers expert advice, test rides, better service, and connection to your mountain biking community.
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!
After months of testing the Niner JET 9 Carbon, this stout 100mm trail bike proves capable in 90% of riding situations with excellent suspension performance.
Denver's Primal delivers bombproof mountain bike shorts with the Modenza: ballistic nylon fabric, ratcheting waist straps, thigh vents, and exceptional craftsmanship for aggressive riders.
The #BrutalLoop returns to Mulberry Gap on April 23 with two self-supported route options covering up to 35 miles and 7,000 feet of climbing.
A proposed lakeside resort threatens to disrupt the pristine natural setting of Pennsylvania's Allegrippis Trails and the Terrace Mountain Trail at Raystown Lake.
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.
A skeptic puts Absolute Black's oval chainring to the test on a fat bike, discovering surprisingly smooth pedaling and potential knee benefits.
Leadville, Colorado sits at 10,200 feet elevation and offers some of the best fat biking in the USA with groomed trails and epic views.
University of Zurich researchers developed AI drone software that can autonomously identify and follow trails, opening possibilities for mapping, maintenance, guiding, and ratings.
Mountain bikers in Nanaimo, BC discovered dangerous trail sabotage including neck-level wires and wooden stakes, prompting a police investigation.
Grand Targhee Resort offers 13 miles of groomed fat bike trails alongside world-class skiing, proving winter enthusiasts don't have to choose just one snow sport.
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"Fat biking Teton Valley's Big Hole Mountains delivers stunning views and rideable climbs across 43 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and packed singletrack."
Singletracks unveils a fresh new logo after 10 years, plus we're giving away free swag to readers who upload trail photos in March.
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We crunched trail data, consulted experts, and debated for weeks to crown the definitive mountain bike capital of every single U.S. state—plus one national champion.
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.
The Airshot is a portable, rechargeable air canister that provides enough pressure to seat stubborn tubeless tires without a compressor.
San Diego Mountain Bike Association opposes IMBA's wilderness stance, citing California's massive trail losses and arguing that changing federal rules is the only solution.
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Norco's Torrent 7.1 proves 27.5+ hardtails are no gimmick, delivering fat bike traction and 29er rollover in an unexpectedly playful all-mountain package.
A challenging all-day epic combining the technical Old Toll Road climb with Heartbreak Ridge's rowdy descent near Saluda, North Carolina.
New South Wales offers diverse mountain biking from Sydney to the Great Dividing Range, with technical XC, flowing DH, and pristine alpine singletrack.
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The Advocate Watchman proved itself as a true "do it all" fat bike, delivering confident handling on technical trails, snow, and gravel roads alike.
A casual conversation about fat bikes led to early morning rides, a growing passion for mountain biking, and eventually, marriage.
Despite early skepticism about plus-sized tires, the Diamondback Catch 2 proved agile and confidence-inspiring on Santa Barbara's technical trails.
Diamondback unveils new Level Link suspension design on the Release and Catch trail bikes, promising efficient pedaling with descending prowess starting at $2,500.
A 100-mile Arizona Trail bikepacking trip with Chumba USA turns into an epic battle against winter storms, freezing rain, and flooding.
The Chumba Stella Ti titanium hardtail proved playful and resilient on a storm-soaked Arizona Trail bikepacking trip with 27.5+ tires.
Troy Lee Designs updates their D3 full face helmet with improved fit, extended sizing, and enhanced front protection, plus bold new graphics inspired by nature.
A race director reveals why early registration prices are so low and late fees so high: it's about survival, not greed.
The French-made Urge Supatrail features distinctive porthole vents, recycled materials, and a low-profile design that makes it a lightweight, well-ventilated trail helmet.
In this episode we talk about why racing is important to the sport of mountain biking and explain some of the more popular MTB race formats.
A beer-fueled impulse registration for a 50-mile fat bike race—without owning a fat bike—led this skeptic to discover winter riding's true revolution.
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**The Scott Big Jon proves that a well-designed fat bike doesn't require a premium price tag, offering modern geometry and smart features for just $1,600.**
MTBparks' annual Best Bike Parks Survey is open now through February 29th, with $50,000 in prizes including bike park getaways and suspension.
The five-stage Pisgah Stage Race returns April 11-16, covering 140 miles and 20,000 feet of technical, wet climbing across classic Pisgah trails.
A pre-ride creek crossing turned waist-deep torrent becomes a sunny trickle on race day at the Old Cazadero Grasshopper's 52-mile adventure ride.
SRAM's new Level brake line features two-piston calipers derived from Guide technology, offering five tiers for XC and trail riding from $63-$297.
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"From guidebooks to GPS, choosing the right trail requires knowing what you want and doing your research—but flexibility makes every ride an adventure."
The 45NRTH Japanther winter boots kept this cold-weather wuss's feet warm and comfortable during wet, muddy rides in temperatures down to 25°F.
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