The Fox 32 Float 29 CTD is an unapologetically lightweight XC fork with excellent small-bump compliance and convenient on-the-fly adjustment via handlebar remote.
Eastern Canada's largest indoor bike park hosts an annual Women's Weekend with skills clinics, coaching, and female-only riding for all levels.
I could honestly say that I wouldn't dream of putting bags on my trail bike. My trail bike is all about light weight and agility! That said, my fat bike is a…
While the nation is still deep in the throws of winter, the retail industry is already shedding it's winter coats for springtime apparel and activities. Most of the larger chain stores are…
A group of riders explored Ontario's frozen Humber River on fat bikes and studded tires, dodging thin ice, wildlife tracks, and discovering nature's winter drama.
Funkier broke out in the market to compete against some big names in cycling, and now they have an entire line of cycling apparel and accessories. They have introduced an affordable set…
Winter is almost over, but spring conditions in certain parts of the country are a great time to get the kids out for some last minute snow adventures since it is generally…
The Talkeetna Trio fat bike race offers scenic Alaskan trails, challenging climbs, and finishes at a brewery in a town with a cat mayor.
Having reviewed CycleOps products before, I was looking forward to reviewing the new PowerSync trainer... even if I'm not generally a fan of being stuck indoors for a long time. But still,…
Portland's Northwest Trail Alliance appeals sudden River View Natural Area mountain bike ban, citing abandoned public process and lack of rationale from city commissioners.
When it comes to exploring the planet under human power, there’s no better tool than the mountain bike. Helping mountain bikers find the best places to explore on two wheels has been…
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Learn how to override your natural instinct to stick out your arms when crashing, using techniques from Ned Overend and snow practice drills.
Fat bikes have exploded in popularity, opening up winter riding possibilities and sparking debate about whether they're just a trend or the future of mountain biking.
I have to admit: I'm a sucker when it comes to riding in the cold--as I get older I tolerate the cold less. Getting a fat bike to force myself to get…
After seven weeks of fat bike ownership, we've learned crucial lessons about fit, tire pressure, conditions, and gear to maximize fun.
Durango, Colorado offers fat bikers endless winter riding options, from in-town singletrack at Horse Gulch to epic backcountry adventures in the San Juans.
One of my responsibilities as a work from home dad is picking up my kids from school every day. We're a one-car family and my wife needs the vehicle for work, so…
New Belgium's Tour de Fat returns with 10 stops nationwide, pairing free bike festivals with nearby singletrack recommendations and craft beer selections.
Fat bikes opened the door to year-round riding, but these nine winter products will keep you warm and comfortable from head to toe.
It's beyond the scope of this writer's intention to provide helmet buying tips, but there are a few questions you should answer when deciding on a mountain bike helmet under which to light…
Until the explosion of the fat bike, cycling was a warm-weather sport for most people. But now, as more of the masses take on the snow and frigid temperatures, there’s also more…
Sombrio's #LuxuryOfDirt contest gives one lucky winner a 4-day guided trip through BC's Sea-to-Sky Corridor plus $1,000 in gear.
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Beyond the bikes at Outerbike, we found standout gear including breathable iXS knee pads, a surprisingly smooth Spank alloy bar, and delicious Clif fuel.
Way back in one of my first Singletracks articles ever, I extolled the virtues of shoe covers as a crucial piece of gear to keep you mountain biking, all year long. Since…
Indonesian bike maker Polygon offers direct-to-consumer trail bikes like the $4,499 Collosus T8, featuring carbon frame, XT components, and pedal-efficient FS3 suspension.
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**Durango Bike Company's custom titanium Pucker singlespeed impressed our tester with its slack geometry, 140mm fork, and responsive handling on Moab's technical terrain.**
The sock is a lowly piece of attire, both literally and figuratively. If Singletracks was to do one of those surveys with all the fancy infographics covering which pieces of apparel we…
The 2015 New Mexico Enduro Cup dates have been released, and this year should be even more epic than last. This grassroots-style enduro series is stepping it up a notch by adding…
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"With over 200 quality submissions, choosing winners for our Pisgah Stage Race photo contest proved challenging—check out the stunning top three shots."
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The Scott Spark 710 bridges the gap between XC speed and trail capability with 120mm travel and adjustable geometry for technical terrain.
Fezzari is a direct to consumer bike company. By selling solely through the interwebs, they are able to decrease costs by cutting out the middle man. This puts a better spec'd bike…
The Marin Mount Vision C-XM9 is a capable carbon trail bike with excellent climbing prowess, though the Fox 32 fork feels undergunned for aggressive descending.
The Blackjack is a brand spankin' new design offered by Durango Bike Company, making its first debut at Outerbike this spring. With the build on this bike literally completed a day prior…
Portland mountain bikers speak out against the River View Park trail ban in this passionate video from frustrated local riders.
SRAM and RockShox introduce Boost 148 drivetrain system with wider hubs for improved frame clearance, stiffer wheels, and compatibility with 27.5+ tires.
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Demo dozens of bikes on epic terrain, score free swag and beer, and make new friends at Outerbike—even if you're not buying.
The Framed Minnesota 2.0 is a 4-inch 5-inch, alloy fat bike spec'd with a super affordable build kit and available for under $900. I took one for a quick spin during a recent…
The Pivot LES Fat is not only the company's first entry into what is becoming a saturated-fat market, it is a reincarnation of the popular Pivot LES (pivot-less) hardtail that is impregnated…
We tested the EVOC FR Track hydration pack at Outerbike, evaluating its integrated back protector, 10L storage capacity, and women-specific fit on desert trails.
The Ibis Mojo HD3 impressed our tester with phenomenal small bump compliance and plush suspension that elevates this all-mountain ripper above the competition.
Is it the mud? Is it the plant life? Is it to protect hikers? Maybe it's that lawsuit? Ask any one of the 300 bike-wielding Portland protestors on Monday and they'll tell you…
If you find yourself on Singletracks, odds are that you have more than a passing interest in mountain biking. Further still, odds are you’ve found yourself out on the trail when most…
Rocky Mountain National Park will open a two-mile East Shore Trail section to mountain biking, connecting Grand Lake to Granby and unlocking hundreds of Fraser Valley trail miles.
It's no secret that Pivot is broadening their footprint this cycling season, particularly with the viral videos of Bernard Kerr doing stoppies aboard this bike on seemingly-impossible terrain. I was excited to…
A survey of 1,400 mountain bikers reveals travel patterns, spending habits, and popular destinations, with most trips being regionally-focused beyond a few iconic locations.
In the dead of winter with all kinds of nast hailing down on you, the last thing you need to feel is cold. The folks at 45NRTH understand where you're coming from.…
You know when to mash and when to spin, you're a billy goat on the climbs, and you bomb hills with the greatest of ease, but somewhere between all that busy work…
It speaks volumes when a ride is so good it can draw cyclists from as far north as Ohio and as far west as Colorado to a sleepy little town in north…
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