NAHBS 2014 in Charlotte showcased master frame builders and stunning custom bikes, offering rare face-to-face access with the craftspeople behind handmade bicycle artistry.
After five years and hundreds of trails, the Monarch Crest proved even better than remembered, solidifying its spot atop the world's best rides.
Here are 13 fantastic choices for a spring mountain bike getaway in the US.
Ditch the safari jeep and experience Namibia's wildlife up close on a 12-day mountain biking adventure through the African savannah.
The Five Ten Impact Low delivers best-in-class flat pedal grip with surprising comfort, though the half-tongue design makes entry slightly awkward.
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**Learn how to service your mountain bike cranks and bottom bracket, including identifying when maintenance is needed and which tools work for different crank systems.**
Hermosa Tours launches a new 10-day self-guided Colorado Trail tour from Salida to Durango, featuring epic singletrack and full logistical support.
A map collector shares unique examples from bike parks, clubs, and trail systems, showcasing how printed maps serve as snapshots and souvenirs.
North Fruita Desert's 18 Road Trails now feature one-way designations on Prime Cut, PBR, Mojoe, and Kessel to improve flow and safety.
Albuquerque's east side Sandia Mountains offer challenging climbs, sweeping views, and diverse terrain from beginner-friendly ski runs to technical rocky singletrack.
Join Singletracks for group rides in Georgia and Colorado on April 5th to kick off the 30 Days of Biking challenge!
# Preservationists and mountain bikers join forces to protect Idaho's Boulder-White Clouds while maintaining cycling access to popular trails near Ketchum-Sun Valley.
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A ski trip through Colorado's biking hotspots yielded valuable intel on lodging, dining, and trail locations for future summer rides.
FINS in Goodyear, Arizona offers flowy singletrack with berms, jumps, and wood features on this quick but entertaining desert trail system.
Dakine's new Bike Bag is a complete packing system that protects your bike during travel, with reinforced wheel bags and collapsible storage.
WTB's new High Tail saddle features a cutaway rear design for tire clearance, developed specifically for Pivot's upcoming 27.5" carbon downhill bike.
The Hardesty Mountain shuttle delivers steep, loamy singletrack reminiscent of Larison Rock, but skip the overgrown South Willamette Trail connector at the bottom.
After conquering the Alpine Trail, it was time for rest, exploring Oakridge's camping and local scene, and tackling the adrenaline-pumping descent down Larison Rock.
After leaving Bend, Oregon, we headed to Oakridge to tackle the legendary Alpine Trail, a shuttle-worthy descent through massive old-growth forests and alpine meadows.
Albuquerque's Sandia Foothills trail system offers 2,650 acres of diverse terrain for all skill levels, from family-friendly loops to technical rock gardens.
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Our editors debate the top 10 North American cities where mountain bikers should live, weighing trail access, variety, and year-round riding against urban amenities.
The Pearl Izumi X-Alp Enduro III offers exceptional all-day comfort, durability, and breathability at a reasonable price for everyday trail riders.
WTB's new Breakout 27.5" x 2.5" tire bridges the gap between the Trail Boss and Vigilante with serious volume and traction.
Rocky Mountain National Park is accepting public comments until March 3 on allowing mountain bikes on the East Shore Trail and potentially other routes.
Florida's Alafia and Balm Boyette trails offer roller coaster descents on former phosphate mines, proving mountain biking in the Sunshine State is anything but flat.
We review the Camelbak Volt 13 LR lumbar hydration pack for mountain biking.
The Southeast Bike Expo returns to Georgia International Horse Park March 15-16 with demo rides, racing, and a night bike light test session.
Singletracks adds new features to help traveling riders connect with, support, and get involved with local mountain bike clubs that build and maintain trails.
With 55 miles of flowy, beginner-friendly singletrack plus advanced jump trails, Phil's Area offers something for every rider in Bend, Oregon.
The Rooster's Ridge trail descends Mount Charleston near Las Vegas through loose, rocky terrain transitioning from pine forests to high desert landscapes.
A beginner-friendly riverside ride in Bend takes an unfortunate turn, but the town's incredible craft brewery scene provides the perfect recovery plan.
After a three-day drive from Georgia, this epic lariat loop near Bend delivered the big mountain riding experience I was craving.
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The Diamondback Carbon Overdrive Pro 29er is more capable than its rider, with race-ready geometry, a Fox CTD fork, and drool-worthy carbon construction.
Mountain bikers share trail condition reports year-round, revealing patterns that help riders predict the best times to visit and identify maintenance issues.
Fat biking North Table Mountain near Golden offers reliable winter riding when snow conditions cooperate, despite occasional mud and brutal winds.
If you won the lottery, what five dream bikes would you buy, and could you really limit yourself to just five?
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Sedona's north side offers classic roller-coaster singletrack like Jim Thompson and newer gems like Chuck Wagon, completing the red rock riding trifecta.
Hydrapak's Bishop pack features an innovative aluminum frame system that provides exceptional stability, comfort, and weight distribution regardless of how full it is.
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Bike shops and riders flooded social media with Valentine's Day bike memes, from chain-link hearts to Strava route art to declarations of undying two-wheeled love.
When poor snow conditions derailed ski plans, a mid-January escape to sunny Moab offered perfect winter mountain biking on Poison Spider and Brand Trails.
Canon City's Section 13 offers 7 miles of beginner-friendly, bermed singletrack that's so flowy you'll wish it never ended.
The 1UP USA Quik Rack roof tray with fat bike adapter securely hauls any bike in your quiver with simple, tool-free loading and minimal wind noise.
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Colorado's remote Blackjack Trail rarely makes "best of" lists, but this double-black natural feature trail proves fat bikes can handle truly technical terrain.
Survey results reveal fat biking's addictive nature, with owners riding 76 times yearly and early brands like Surly maintaining dominance despite industry giants entering.
Sedona's west side trails deliver advanced technical challenges, exposed ridge riding, and stunning red rock scenery on the legendary Highline-Templeton-Baldwin loop.
After riding 45 new trail systems in 2013, here are twelve standouts ranging from classic destinations to hidden gems worthy of any rider's bucket list.
Kenda's Nevegal X Pro sheds the "Nevergo" nickname with a lighter, faster-rolling design that maintains the original's legendary traction on the trail.
Easton's EC70 Wide carbon flat bar delivers 720mm of lightweight control at just 166 grams, damping trail chatter without the added rise.
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