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.
Thomson expands beyond seatposts and stems with new carbon and titanium handlebars plus a premium Elite Dropper, prioritizing quality over affordability.
Shimano debuts Zee, an affordable gravity drivetrain that delivers Saint-level performance without the premium price tag, plus new hydration packs and footwear.
Pearl Izumi's X Project MTB shoe balances stiff power transfer with walk-friendly flexibility, weighing just 320g while keeping pros like Brian Lopes competitive.
Tom Ritchey built one of the first mountain bikes with 650b wheels in 1977, but the Soviet Union's tire purchases allegedly derailed the format for decades.
Niterider's 2013 lighting lineup includes the blazing 3600-lumen Pro model, USB-rechargeable Lumina series, and innovative tail lights for night riding.
Funkier, Israel's #1 cycling apparel brand, impresses at Interbike with lightweight MTB shorts and innovative features like water-resistant jersey pockets and expandable rain shells.
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The 650b/27.5" wheel size dominated Interbike 2012, with brands like Jamis and KHS leading the charge with updated hardtails, full-suspension rigs, and even a prototype DH bike.
The Intense Spider 29comp is a new full-carbon trail bike with 5 inches of travel that climbs efficiently and absolutely rips on descents.
NukeProof pushes into North America with gravity-focused bikes including the 130mm Mega TR and new 210mm Pulse downhill rig built from team input.
Chris Akrigg returns from injury with "Through the Mill," showcasing his signature style of pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible on a mountain bike.
The Turner Burner 650b impressed with its DW Link suspension and balanced trail performance, making wheel size fade into the background.
The Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Expert EVO 29 is a lightweight, nimble long-travel trail bike that climbs almost as well as it descends.
The Surly Krampus 29+ isn't a fat bike or race machine—it's a grin-inducing funland ride with 3-inch tires delivering unbeatable traction.
Diamondback's Knucklebox suspension shines on the trail-oriented Sortie 29er, while the Mission excels at aggressive all-mountain descending over cross-country climbing efficiency.
The KHS SixFifty 608 is a stunning carbon hardtail, but after testing 650b against 29ers, the bigger wheels still reign supreme for XC riding.
The Spot Honey Badger is a steel-framed 29er hardtail featuring improved compliance, aggressive geometry, and Gates Carbon Drive belt-drive option.
We test ride the all-wheel-drive Tretta 29er at Interbike and discover surprising momentum conservation along with the expected climbing traction benefits.
The Yeti SB-95 impressed me most at Outdoor Demo, excelling at both climbing and descending on Bootleg Canyon's technical terrain.
SRAM's new XX1 11-speed drivetrain eliminates chain retention devices with clutch technology and offers a massive 10-42 gear range for 1x setups.
My route to the west: Madison, WI to Ashland, OR I must have been born lucky. I love mountain biking, as Im sure you do. We think about it during the work…
Singletracks heads to Interbike 2012 in Las Vegas to bring you live coverage of the latest mountain bike gear and 2013 product launches.
A skeptical grip shift critic becomes a believer after testing SRAM's redesigned X0 shifters, praising their lighter weight and improved control.
Anthill Films and Red Bull release another stunning segment from *Strength in Numbers*, this time showcasing BC's freeride trail builders and their incredible handiwork.
The Jamis Dakar SixFifty B Pro proved to be a versatile 27.5" trail shredder that climbs confidently and descends aggressively after overcoming early testing issues.
Bozeman offers epic climbs, screaming descents, and 360-degree mountain views that rival Moab—but the wilderness movement threatens future trail access.
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After a quick taste at the expo, we ordered a full serving of the Jamis Dakar SixFifty B Pro for a proper long-term review.
A father turns his daughter's college move to Montana State into an epic mountain biking adventure across Wyoming and Montana's best singletrack.
Based on user reviews, we've compiled the best mountain bike gear of 2012 across 20 categories, from complete bikes to accessories.
After a whole season of riding the 2012 RockShox BoXXer WC fork, I am ready to give you the skinny on this improved unit. Those of you who are regular readers might…
Grand Junction's technical Lunch Loop trail system offers challenging terrain close to town, featuring rocky climbs, cliff-edge riding, and spring wildflowers.
A collarbone injury inspired this switch from shoulder bags to Chrome's District roll-top backpack, perfect for commuting with laptops and groceries on two straps.
Why would I leave Trek? greatest bicycle making company ever? Wisconsin is where cheeseheads eat brats and drink beer but aint no mountains The job was awesome The perks were incredible Epic…
El Corte de Madera offers miles of classic benchcut singletrack beneath towering redwoods, with steep ravines and plenty of challenging elevation gain south of San Francisco.
Being no stranger to THE products, I was stoked to give the T2 Carbon helmet and the new Cosmo short a go. Both products are intended for people who are into gravity…
A review of the Fyxation Mesa flat mountain bike pedals.
Marin County birthed mountain biking but now offers just two legal singletrack destinations: Camp Tamarancho and China Camp State Park.
Tifosi Podium sunglasses offer an unobstructed field of view, fog-free performance, three interchangeable lenses, and impressive value at half the price of premium competitors.
After the world-class singletrack riding we had just experienced in Lake Tahoe and Downieville, I was excited to get to one of the places that our trip centered around: the San Francisco…
Soon after my review of the Cane Creek Double Barrel was published, a small package arrived. Low and behold, it was the shiny, freshly-minted DBAir! Boy was I stoked to try this…
"As soon as you get comfortable and confidenton it, sell it, because you're about to get hurt." I've heard that saying in reference to motorcycles before, but I'm starting to think maybe…
I have written about both the downhill mountain biking and some of the cross country riding available at Big Bear Lake, but no mountain bike destination is truly complete without comfortable places…
Back in 2010 I reviewed the Kuat NVbike rack, and I still love it and use it to this day. The rack came with a choice of a 2" or 1.25" receiver…
After living it up and embracing the plush lifestyle of a downhill mountain biker, getting to ride the chairlift up and bombing straight back down the mountain run after run, I had…
Georgia Gould discusses her Olympic bronze medal, the course at London, and why European riders dominate at the highest levels of mountain biking.
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