Scott Sports jumps into the plus-sized game with five new 27.5+ bikes, including their first full-suspension trail bike designed around bigger rubber.
South Dakota's Black Hills region near Rapid City and Custer offers surprisingly technical and challenging mountain biking with rocky trails, steep climbs, and scenic views.
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Double flats, rock gardens, and ridge-top views mark the final three stages of the Trans-Sylvania Epic's week-long singletrack summer camp experience.
The Peak Design Capture P.O.V. Camera Clip securely mounts action cameras to pack straps, delivering stable footage and creative mounting options on the trail.
Danny MacAskill's 2009 breakout video "Inspired Bicycles" still captivates viewers today, proving some edits are timeless classics worth rewatching repeatedly.
A greasy breakfast and poor hydration turned Stage 2 into a disaster, but an enduro stage and bike setup changes helped salvage the week.
This French alpine trail might be the world's most dangerous mountain bike descent, with seriously exposed lines and stomach-churning consequences for any mistake.
Evolution Bike Park in Crested Butte opened with new trails and perfect weather, offering riders fresh descents worth the lift ticket.
The Trans-Sylvania Epic delivers a week of punishingly rocky Pennsylvania singletrack in a quintessential summer camp setting that'll test your technical skills.
The Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt BC Edition exceeded high expectations, delivering nimble 27.5" handling, stellar climbing performance, and purposeful component choices that slay any terrain.
Aaron Gwin's legendary chainless victory at the 2015 Leogang World Cup remains one of downhill mountain biking's most incredible and unforgettable performances.
True exploration means ditching the guide and discovering trails for yourself—here's why venturing into the unknown will transform your mountain biking experience.
After testing every enduro bike he could, the author bought the Pivot Mach 6 with his own cash for its climbing prowess, bulletproof carbon frame, and playful handling.
The Arctic MTB XC Series kicked off at Alaska's Kincaid Park with 104 riders tackling flowing singletrack on a fast 6-mile course.
H&I Adventures launches culinary mountain bike tours worldwide, combining epic rides with local flavors like Spanish tapas, Scottish whiskey, and Mexican moles.
The Urban Wilderness Gravity Trail in Knoxville won the Bell Built Grant with 26,619 votes, securing $100,000 to build an epic new trail.
South Korea offers mountainous terrain, unique culture, and under-the-radar singletrack near Seoul, with the best riding in spring and fall.
The IMBA 2015 Great Midwest MTB Summit kicks off Friday in Marquette, Michigan, featuring trail workshops, group rides, demos, and fat bike best practices.
Heli-biking is taking off in British Columbia, with helicopters and bush planes dropping riders deep in the backcountry for multi-day bikepacking adventures.
Dirt Rag's Dirt Fest brings together thousands of mountain bikers for a weekend of riding, demos, music, and lakeside camping at Pennsylvania's Allegrippis Trails.
The POC VPD 2.0 Spine Pack 15 with built-in back protection is a hydration backpack designed for mountain biking.
Rocky Mountain's BC Edition builds add burlier components to their trail bikes, letting riders push harder on technical terrain without sacrificing pedaling efficiency.
POC's snow sports expertise translates seamlessly to mountain biking with the Cornea Flow goggles, delivering exceptional quality, comfort, and performance on the trails.
Greg Minnaar claimed victory at the muddy 2015 Fort William DH World Cup, with highlights showcasing the grueling Scottish track conditions.
Greg Minnaar claims victory at Fort William's legendary downhill track, proving once again why he's one of the sport's most dominant riders.
PC: Jereme Rauckman via Flickr Creative Commons License (no changes made) So you want to try bikepacking. Do you have a bike? (duh...) A route? (ya!) Loads of unbridled,…
Sony mobile has developed the SmartWatch 3, or SW3, to pair with Android devices so that you can have access to your texts, email, fitness information, and a usable web search, all at…
Reviewing the Box Components 35mm carbon handlebar and alloy stem.
The Box Cusp stem features a clean 3D forged design with a 35mm bar clamp for rigidity without harshness on the trail.
Industry Nine's Torch Classic hubs deliver lightweight performance, instant 3-degree engagement, and iconic style with compatibility across multiple axle standards.
Portland-based Zen launches their own line with the TRAIL, a long, low, and slack US-made steel hardtail featuring modern geometry and versatile build options.
Llangollen's steep, technical DBS course proved challenging during practice, with riders taking tumble after tumble down the rugged Welsh terrain.
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Three small-press cycling books deliver quality memoir-style adventure stories that prove the two-wheeled literary scene is finally gaining some well-deserved momentum.
Ever since I started mountain biking, all the guys I rode with always raved about bibshorts and their unmatched comfort. A sentiment I often heard was once you go bibs, you never…
The rotation 180 Mindshift Trail is a more compact, smaller version of their Professional and Panorama series photo backpacks. With a 2.5lb weight and 16 Liter compartmentalized volume, it is designed for the…
Explore the benefits of converting your 29er to a 27.5+ bike, enhancing handling and versatility for varied terrain without sacrificing your original setup.
The WTB Trailblazer 2.8-inch tire converts 29ers to 27.5+ platforms, offering excellent float and comfort but struggling with cornering grip in wet conditions.
WTB's 45mm Scraper rims transform XC bikes into adventure rigs, offering plus-size performance with tubeless-ready construction and 29er frame compatibility.
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**Oregon's epic scavenger hunt hides seven custom bikes built by local frame builders near the state's natural wonders for lucky finders to keep.**
"I am not a teacher, but an awakener." - Robert Frost You probably remember very little of the quail shot crammed down your throat during Course XYZ 10, yet some of those…
Bell Built finalists compete for $100K grant to build expert gravity trails, with California's Exchequer, Minnesota's Spirit Mountain, and Tennessee's Urban Wilderness vying for votes.
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Great beginner trails balance mild technical challenges with accessibility, inspiring new riders to progress without breaking bikes, bodies, or spirits on overly-gnarly terrain.
"When you think you've seen big air on a mountain bike, this massive gap jump will make everything else look tiny."
Accidents happen. Unfortunately, sometimes they happen when we are wearing expensive clothing that is easily torn. Recently I took a digger on an ice patch while descending on my fat bike, and…
Tennessee's volunteer spirit shines through in its exceptional mountain bike trails, from Chattanooga's technical Raccoon Mountain to Ocoee's 30-mile Tanasi system.
BMC is seeking passionate local trail riders for its US Trailcrew Program, offering jerseys and 40% off a new Trailfox mountain bike.
Chub is crowdfunding an aluminum fat bike for $429, though zero backers after seven days might signal the fat bike market is cooling off.
Hopefully after reading the 10 Bikepacking Races to Put on Your Calendar article some of you may have felt a twinge of inspiration to head out on a bikepacking adventure. However, you…
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