Stage 4 of the Pisgah Stage Race featured a brutal 12-mile climb and the technical Pilot Rock descent over 31 miles and 4,100 feet.
Mountain bikers prefer Subarus and Jeeps over mainstream brands, and drive vehicles three years newer than the average American.
Shimano's updated Deore M6000 drivetrain now offers 10-speed with an 11-42T cassette option, making budget-friendly 1x conversions more feasible than ever.
RockShox updates five popular fork models with the new Charger 2 damper, DebonAir spring technology, Boost spacing, and lighter weight across the lineup.
Trail House in Santa Rosa delivers mountain biking's secret sauce: a bike shop, bar, and café combo where cyclists gather post-ride near excellent trails.
Greg Heil shares how a hater's comment sparked his journey from hobby blogger to full-time mountain bike journalist, proving critics wrong along the way.
Spot's new Mayhem 29er features 130mm travel, a unique leaf spring Living Link suspension system, and accommodates both 29er and 27.5+ wheels.
Cannondale debuts redesigned Jekyll and Trigger trail bikes with new Fox Gemini dual-travel suspension, slacker geometry, and no Lefty fork.
RockShox finally releases a 1x-specific remote lever for the hydraulic Reverb dropper post, featuring an intuitive shifter-style design and easy-bleed hydraulic fitting.
Ditching the car for daily singletrack commutes offers priceless mental, physical, and financial benefits—until your office relocates across town.
Former Tesla engineer builds self-driving mountain bike prototype that steers, balances, and navigates trails autonomously using GPS, computer vision, and gyroscopic stabilization technology.
Greg Heil discovers that uphill flow isn't just for e-bikes after railing bermed corners while climbing Bentonville's bidirectional machine-built trails.
Caldera IPA from Ashland, Oregon delivers a solid, sessionable take on the American IPA that's perfectly suited for post-ride refreshment.
A mountain biker was violently assaulted by an aggressive trail runner on North Table Mountain in Colorado after a passing dispute.
Greg Heil explores how pushing beyond mountain biking into completely unfamiliar activities like backcountry skiing can shatter comfort zones and foster personal growth.
Commencal's new Furious DH bike features simple single-pivot suspension and targets freeriders who prioritize style over race-pace speed, starting at $2,500.
At just 23 years old, Montana framebuilder Adam Sklar took home the Best Mountain Bike award at NAHBS with his rigid singlespeed trail bike.
Beeline Bikes will offer free assembly and setup for bikes over $500 purchased on Amazon, potentially disrupting traditional bike shop sales.
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Michelin re-enters the mountain bike market with 16 new tires, but the Force AM fails to deliver confidence on anything beyond light-duty hardpack trails.
A Forest Service investigation reveals details of a fatal grizzly bear collision with a mountain biker and offers recommendations for riding in bear country.
Troy Lee Designs debuts their 2017 bike collection featuring the new A2 trail helmet with dual-density foam and MIPS, plus women's Ruckus apparel.
Greg Heil explores three critical consequences if kids stop playing outside: losing understanding of natural consequences, lacking grit, and disconnecting from nature.
New Belgium's Dayblazer is an easygoing 4.8% ale with honey and herbal notes that proves low-alcohol beer doesn't have to sacrifice flavor.
Fox's new Proframe helmet promises to be one of the lightest, most breathable DH-certified full face helmets available, featuring integrated MIPS protection.
US Border Patrol agents are using mountain bikes to patrol rugged terrain along the southern border, with some units riding full-suspension trail bikes.
US Border Patrol agents use mountain bikes to patrol the Rio Grande, tracking smugglers through harsh terrain in tactical operations along America's southern border.
Cane Creek debuts their first suspension fork with the highly-adjustable Helm, featuring 27.5" wheels and travel options from 100mm to 170mm.
Greg Heil argues that choosing voluntary challenges like mountain biking builds mental and physical toughness, helping riders rise above America's comfort-obsessed culture.
Trail runner impaled by deliberately-planted spike at North Carolina's Pinnacle Park, prompting closure while officials sweep 18 miles of trails with metal detectors.
Outdoor Retailer and Interbike pull future shows from Utah over public lands legislation, with Colorado emerging as a potential replacement venue.
Ten habits that define highly effective mountain bikers, from setting goals and staying aware to giving back and building community connections.
Mountain biking's environmental impact is negligible compared to motorsports and industrial disasters, so let's stop apologizing for riding trails responsibly.
Salsa launches the Deadwood Sus, the world's first full-suspension 29+ mountain bike, featuring 91mm rear travel and adventure-focused geometry perfect for bikepacking.
Hybrid bikes work fine for urban commuting and neighborhood rides, but their geometry, tires, and lack of suspension make them poor choices for singletrack trails.
Greg Heil wakes at dawn to ride frozen trails responsibly, only to discover ruts from selfish users damaging Salida's community-built singletrack investment.
Gunnison Trails is pioneering groomed urban fat bike singletrack that coexists with Nordic skiing, while planning expanded grooming at nearby Hartman Rocks.
Punxsutawney Phil predicts more winter, but we're dreaming of dry singletrack—escape the doldrums with this week's best mountain biking media.
Modern mountain bikes are engineering marvels worth every penny when you consider the R&D, performance, health benefits, and pure joy they deliver.
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Are extreme mountain bikers dysfunctional for repeatedly taking the same risks after serious injuries, or are we all just addicted to the ride?
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On a budget and need one versatile ride? A used fat bike delivers year-round capability across dirt, rocks, sand, and snow without breaking the bank.
Former ski fanatic explains why mountain biking has overtaken downhill skiing as his preferred activity, from eliminating lift lines to year-round accessibility.
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**A humorous look at the most annoying trail behaviors that make mountain bikers jerks, from bike bragging to riding muddy trails to being Strava**holes.**
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Get stoked for weekend shredding with our weekly roundup of the hottest MTB videos, photos, trails, news, and articles from the past seven days.
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The Santa Cruz Syndicate welcomes two 20-year-old downhill rippers for 2017 as legends Steve Peat and Josh Bryceland retire from World Cup racing.
Troy Brosnan leaves Specialized to join Canyon's new Factory Downhill Team alongside Ruaridh Cunningham, Mark Wallace, and legendary coach Fabien Barel.
SRAM joins SCOTT as title sponsor in a four-year deal, with RockShox suspension replacing DT Swiss on Olympic champions' bikes.
Cane Creek's new DB Air IL shock features improved reliability and four-way adjustment, with free upgrades available for previous DB Inline owners.