Having developed a solid relationship with the great folks at Answer over the last several years, whenever new products are sent to market they give us a call and let us put…
Pearl Izumi's X-Project media camp at Aliso and Wood Parks delivered 35 miles of dusty SoCal singletrack with MTB Hall-of-Famer Brian Lopes.
The $5,000+ Devinci Wooky Carbon SL 29er hardtail delivers Porsche-level performance with race-ready geometry that destroys XC courses with confidence and speed.
Giant's Trance X 29er climbs efficiently and handles confidently, but persistent pedal strikes on technical terrain may frustrate riders in rocky conditions.
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One smartphone replaces your phone, camera, GPS, and MP3 player, liberating mountain bikers from packing multiple expensive electronics on every ride.
Year three of Outerbike brought dozens of bike vendors and mountain bikers from across the country to demo the latest gear in Moab's desert playground.
The Kenda Slant Six blends Small Block Eight speed with Nevegal versatility, excelling on hardpack but lacking cornering bite in aggressive terrain.
The Pearl Izumi Octane SL II is a featherweight race shoe built for speed and power transfer, not all-day comfort or epic adventures.
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Part 2 of our beginner-friendly Western trails series proves easy doesn't mean boring—from Vegas to Wyoming, these trails deliver fun for everyone.
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Formula debuts zero-loss quick-release brake lines, SRAM showcases XX1, and Yakima's new Hold Up rack finally solves the dual-DH-bike transport problem at Interbike 2012.
After reviewing the Funkier Hawk 3/4 pants last spring, I was pumped to get a pair of the new Eagle shorts for testing. While 3/4 pants are neat, I'm more of a…
“Strength in Numbers,” the new movie from Anthill Films, has been making quite a stir with its gorgeous cinematography, talented riding, and the story that it tells. Check it out for yourself…
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Night riding reveals a whole different world on familiar trails, from amorous couples and sleeping homeless to guard dogs protecting goats eating kudzu.
A trail reviewer's journey from snob to advocate: discovering that beginner-friendly trails can offer amazing scenery and fun for riders of all abilities.
The Selle Italia Max SLR Gel Flow saddle features a massive cutout and is a good choice for mountain bikers.
Castle Rock's Ridgeline Open Space offers 10 miles of purpose-built singletrack south of Denver, featuring beginner-friendly terrain with customizable loops and excellent signage.
Ive been wearing Five Ten (AKA 510) mountain bike shoes on my trail and DH bikes for five years now and in that time Ive become very familiar with how well they…
Wildskins arm warmers offer colorful style with thumbholes and key pockets, but lack thermal lining for serious cold-weather mountain biking.
Irish downhill racer Colin shares his proven training tips to help you build strength, endurance, and skills for faster, more confident riding.
A TV newswoman's disastrous first mountain bike experience on a black diamond trail offers valuable lessons about introducing beginners to the sport.
By the time you read this, the new 2012 Avid X0 Trail brakes should be hitting your local bike shop. I've had the chance to test these shiny new brakes for a…
It has literally traveled to the other side of the country and back on my truck with very little complaint!
Our summer road trip was based around just two things: camping and biking. But we were not going to just find some random trails along the way--we had definite trails in our…
The 40-mile Black Bear Rampage might be my favorite endurance race in the southeast. It just seems to strike the perfect balance--this race is the most fun for the least amount of…
“Strength in Numbers,” the new movie from Anthill Films, has been making quite a stir with its gorgeous cinematography, talented riding, and the story that it tells. Check it out for yourself…
Neil and Mike conquer the final 500-mile stretch of the Colorado Trail, battling freezing temperatures, mysterious stalkers, and sketchy ridgelines before triumphantly reaching Durango.
Day 4-6 brought epic descents to Twin Lakes, trail magic snacks, wilderness detours, storm shelters, and the brutal Sergeants Mesa rock garden.
Kurt Sorge claims victory at Red Bull Rampage with Antoine Bizet and Logan Binggeli rounding out the podium in Utah's ultimate freeride spectacle.
Neil's Colorado Trail bikepacking adventure continues with harrowing alpine storms, sketchy highway detours, soaked gear, and mechanical issues on the journey to Leadville.
Two friends embark on a self-supported thru-bike of the 500-mile Colorado Trail, facing bears, high elevation, and the ultimate bikepacking challenge.
The POC Trabec Race MIPS helmet prioritizes safety with innovative impact protection technology, excellent fit, and full coverage, making it a standout choice for trail riders.
Red Bull's Nine Knights brings massive castle-themed slopestyle jumps to the French Alps with helicopter filming and slow-motion freeride action that redefines dirt jumping.
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Interbike 2013 gear preview: t.h.e.'s DOT-certified Thirty3 helmet, Bell's camera-ready Full-9, Five Ten's sticky VXI shoes, and updates from Dakine and Osprey.
Women's mountain bike products are moving beyond pink, with standout bikes from Specialized and Pivot plus stylish gear from Dakine, Zoic, and Gore.
At the beginning of summer, I finally upgraded my bike to a Stumpjumper FSR Comp 29. There are a lot of little differences between it and my old bike, such as the…
Leatt drops prices on neck braces while adding improvements to the DBX Pro and introducing the new split-design DBX Comp 4 for gravity riders.
Giro introduces the women's-specific Feather helmet, new vibrant colorways, and flat-pedal shoes developed with input from downhill racer Aaron Gwin.
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**The Georgia State Single Speed Championships delivered hard racing, bacon breakfasts, and a fat bike flying through sandy beaches at Paynes Creek.**
Singletracks covers the latest bikes at Outerbike in Moab, Utah.
My S.O. kept telling me during our entire road trip, "You're going to love the Wasatch Crest Trail!" He swore it would be the best ride I did on the trip.…
Can't keep up with our 25+ Interbike articles? Check out this photo gallery of the coolest mountain bikes from the show.
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Rocky Mountain, Scott, Norco, and Intense showcase their 650b trail and all-mountain offerings at Interbike 2012, with impressive spec lists and geometry adjustments.
Big Bear local Scott Durkin teams up with filmmaker Tony L'Ambrose to create a professional-quality video showcasing Snow Summit's gnarly downhill trails.
Swedish safety gear maker POC expands their 2013 mountain bike protection line with new VPD knee guards, touch-screen compatible gloves, and hydration packs.
Easton unveils lighter carbon wheelsets and popular 35mm Havoc cockpit components, plus refreshed graphics across their mountain bike component line for 2013.
Early 29ers were heavy, but today's lightweight carbon builds from Niner, Pivot, and Breezer prove big wheels no longer mean big weight.
From Wi-Fi helmet cams to electronic suspension control, digital technology is making its way onto mountain bike trails in exciting new ways.
Sweat-cooling insoles, long-travel fat bikes, anti-lock V-brakes, and art deco helmets—here are the weirdest products we spotted at Interbike this year.
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