Topeak showcases new commuter-friendly LED accessories, versatile camera mounts, precision torque tools, and specialized pumps for fat bikes and tubeless tire installation.
We test ride the Reeb Donkadonk fat bike featuring the rare combination of a Gates Carbon Drive belt and virtually maintenance-free Rohloff internal hub.
Maxxis expands their tire lineup with new fat bike rubber, 27.5+ options including the aggressive Rekon+, and updated XC classics for various wheel sizes.
UK-based Restrap builds handmade bikepacking bags with innovative features like magnetic closures, paracord lacing, and modular designs for hauling overnight gear on mountain bikes.
Alchemy's handmade carbon Oros 29er hardtail is a wallet-roasting XC race machine that'll have you boiling with envy at its performance.
BST Nano Carbon showcases its manufacturing prowess with the Ellsworth Buddha, a carbon fat bike that climbs exceptionally well but feels harsh on descents.
The Transition Patrol's low, long, and slack geometry delivers nimble trail handling and efficient pedaling performance through its new Giddy Up Horst Link suspension design.
The Intense Carbine 29C proved impressively nimble and whisper-quiet on Nevada trails, carrying speed effortlessly even through tight, technical terrain.
QBP launches Heller Bikes with the carbon Bloodhound fat bike, targeting value-minded recreational riders at $2,199 for the rigid complete build.
The Turner Sultan 27.5+ climbs like an XC bike but descends like a trail bike, making it a super capable plus-size trail shredder.
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The S-Works Stumpjumper FSR 6fattie impressed with its SWAT box innovation and capable 27.5+ performance, but calf-bang issues hampered descending confidence.
After losing their way in the 2000s, Marin has refocused on mountain bikes with cleaner designs and impressive performance.
Giant's Reign Advanced carbon enduro bike impressed with its plush suspension, confident geometry, and powerful components that inspired aggressive riding on technical terrain.
A test ride review of the 2016 Rocky Mountain Altitude enduro bike.
Cannondale debuts Fat CAAD with new Lefty Olaf fork, plus-sized Beast of the East and Bad Habit trail bikes at Outdoor Demo.
Mark Wilson suffered a traumatic brain injury while mountain biking in Moab, forever changing the renaissance man's life with debilitating symptoms.
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After a Porcupine Rim crash left him with TBI, Mark Wilson fights to reclaim his life and riding through setbacks, relapses, and the long road to recovery.
The Endura Singletrack T is a comfortable, casual-looking women's tee with moisture-wicking fabric and a handy rear pocket for trail essentials.
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Interbike announced its 2015 award winners, with the Pivot Mach 429SL taking Mountain Bike of the Year honors.
Interbike launches Fall CycloFest, a new east coast demo event at the US National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC for October 2016.
Fifty women tackled Marin's scenic fire roads on the inaugural Jane Fondo ride, featuring three routes with epic climbs and post-ride camaraderie.
A Coloradoan discovers that dedicated local trail builders are creating surprisingly excellent mountain biking experiences in Minnesota and Wisconsin's less-traveled destinations.
When the Specialized Enduro 29er wasn't available, we tested Nate's personal S-Works Stumpjumper 650B featuring innovative internal frame storage and premium components.
The Fuji Auric 1.1 is a confidence-inspiring 27.5" full-suspension trail bike featuring adjustable travel and MLink suspension wizardry at $5,400.
Tom Ritchey's steel Commando fat bike surprised our tester with unexpected descending prowess, though its ideal use case remains charmingly undefined.
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**The Commencal Meta AM V4 Race arrives from Andorra with slack geometry, premium RockShox suspension, and aluminum frame ready for serious enduro riding.**
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The Lazer Phoenix full-face helmet delivers certified downhill protection, comfortable fit, and lightweight performance at a budget-friendly $99 price point.
We tested the Devinci Troy carbon mountain bike on trails in the Nevada desert.
The Pivot Mach 4 may look like a lean XC race machine, but its capable 115mm suspension impressed our tester on aggressive trail riding.
The KHS SixFifty 7500 is a capable 160mm enduro bike that climbs efficiently, pops off rollers playfully, and descends with confidence through rocky terrain.
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Four days exploring Crested Butte's vast trail network proved once again why this Colorado mountain town remains the author's favorite place to ride—ever.
The Devinci Hendrix proves 27.5+ doesn't require premium prices, delivering confident trail performance with quality components for just $2,999 and 30 pounds.
Surly's new Wednesday fat bike borrows Ice Cream Truck geometry, offers versatile cargo mounting, and rolls on 5-inch tires for just $1,500.
The 2015 Mountain Bike Hall of Fame inductees include Glen Jacobs, Horst Leitner, North Shore trail builders Todd Fiander and Dan Cowan, and Uli Stanciu.
Yeti's new SB5 Enduro uses a heavier carbon layup instead of aluminum to cut costs, starting at $4,499 with SRAM GX components.
So you did what I did. That or you just have a morbid fascination with broken body parts. Breaking a bone really sucks. It impacts a rider in so many ways. For…
Borealis debuts the carbon Crestone fat bike and the alloy Flume, marking a departure from their previous carbon-only, boutique business model.
Santa Cruz updates the Bronson and 5010 with slacker geometry, shorter chainstays, Boost 148 spacing, and their signature wild colorway options.
A self-proclaimed old-school rider discovers how Suunto's data-rich Ambit3 Peak smartwatch transformed his mountain biking through comprehensive telemetry and reliable GPS navigation.
Fuji returns to full suspension mountain bikes with the 160mm Auric all-mountain rig and 120mm Rakan XC bike, both featuring MLink suspension technology.
Purgatory Resort celebrates the grand opening of Divinity Mountain, Durango's longest lift-serviced flow trail, with free uplifts and pro riders this Sunday.
Scotland's rugged Highlands offer epic mountain biking with world-class downhill tracks, extensive trail centers, and desolate landscapes perfect for adventurous riders of all levels.
Yeti celebrates 30 years with a redesigned SB6c featuring Boost spacing, internal routing, and 250 limited-edition anniversary builds at $9,000 each.
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**The Singletracks crew tested Trek's best-selling Fuel EX 9.8 on Colorado's high-altitude trails to see if this do-it-all trail bike lives up to the hype.**
Transrockies brings 3-day stage racing to Moab's iconic trails, featuring timed climbs and descents on Porcupine Rim, Klondike, and Magnificent 7.
The inaugural Outlier Offroad festival in Vail aims to become North America's largest mountain bike event with demos, racing, and major brand support.
A humorous open letter to trail reviewers everywhere who understate difficulty ratings, proving that one rider's "intermediate" is another rider's near-death experience.
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