Learn how to quickly fix a broken chain on the trail with just a multi-tool and power link to get back to riding.
Pearl Izumi's Elite Barrier Jacket is a lightweight, packable windbreaker that offers weather protection without the bulk for unpredictable riding conditions.
The Cane Creek Double Barrel shock features 4-way adjustment for long travel bikes.
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A first-timer joins the Singletrack Sisters for an evening ride at Fruita's 18 Road, discovering the benefits of riding with an all-abilities women's group.
Understanding mountain bike geometry—head tube angle, chainstay length, and travel—will help you choose between XC race machines, versatile trail bikes, and downhill rigs.
Singletracks reveals its product review process: no paid reviews, editorial independence from advertisers, and transparency about keeping gear samples.
A cyclocross bike with fat 29er tires and tubeless setup creates the ultimate do-everything drop-bar machine for road, gravel, and singletrack adventures.
The Vee Rubber Mission is a fast-rolling, budget-friendly tire that excels in dry conditions but struggles in mud and loose terrain.
Professional mountain bike coaching breaks down complex skills into manageable steps, revealing that even experienced riders have room for improvement.
SORBA Woodstock's Pedalpalooza festival at Blankets Creek features group rides, skills clinics, demos, and a Super D race on May 5th.
Tips for fixing a flat mountain bike tire on the trail.
A review of the Loaded Precision AmXc grips and flat pedals.
A Very Large Bike Company employee secretly tests Schwalbe Racing Ralph Evo 29er tires and discovers grip so good, it requires relearning cornering fundamentals.
Finding a bike that fits is crucial to enjoying the sport of mountain biking. A well-fitting bike will handle better on the trail, and of course be more comfortable for longer rides.…
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After seven years of riding, Greg heads to BetterRide camp to sharpen his skills, particularly climbing technique and getting comfortable in the air.
How to build a diverse mountain bike trail system that serves everyone.
An 8-hour, 71-mile solo training ride exposes mental barriers more challenging than the physical demands of preparing for a first 100-mile race.
GPS units combine cycling computer and trail map functions, using basemaps for orientation and track logs to help navigate unfamiliar mountain bike trails.
Louis Garneau Porcupine MTB shorts offer the perfect length, removable chamois, and superior breathability for long rides without typical baggy short compromises.
Singletracks is offering two $500 trail grants to mountain bike clubs with the most members registered on singletracks.com by June 1, 2012.
Mountain biking is shifting from adapting bikes to conquer existing trails toward building purpose-built trails designed specifically for modern mountain bike capabilities.
The Giro Remedy full-face helmet delivers proven snow-helmet padding technology, solid ventilation, and smart design features at an affordable $140 price point.
A new 119,000-square-foot indoor fatbike park opening near Moab will feature sand pits, a freezer room, and real slickrock with a roof overhead.
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Survey reveals most mountain bikers have ridden just 5.5 trail systems, while 83% will drive 25+ miles for epic singletrack adventures.
The Five Ten Maltese Falcon is a versatile SPD-compatible shoe with sticky Stealth Rubber that excels at trail riding, downhill, and even commuting.
Mountain Creek Bike Park opens May 5 with new ownership, hosting a Pro GRT event May 20 and offering discounted season passes through opening day.
Remember when some jackass rode his motorcycle with his cyclocross bike strapped to it for 2 hours through the fog to race on gravel roads? Well the guys from North Central Cyclery…
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**Don't let epic singletrack slip away—the author shares hard-earned lessons about seizing riding opportunities before life's twists leave you with a list of regrets.**
The Avid Elixir 9 hydraulic disc brakes deliver crisp modulation, powerful stopping, and easy installation with refined TaperBore technology and tool-free adjustments.
Training for the Cohutta 100 means logging serious miles in miserable conditions, including a 65-mile fog-soaked ride through the North Georgia mountains.
Photo credit: Jay Parrington. One piece of equipment that many of us fail to use but that we really should consider is joint protection. Having stepped up to mostly gravity and aggressive…
Mountain bikers still prefer local bike shops (62%) over online retailers (25%) for gear purchases, though half also shop online for deals.
The Five Points trail system in northwest Georgia offers 20+ miles of expertly-crafted singletrack through reclaimed coal mining land with surprising technical features.
Funkier Apparel, a cycling clothing company based in Israel, recently sent me a pair of 3/4 length baggy pants, padded spandex undershorts, and ajersey for review. I'll get right to the point:…
The Fox 32 Float 100 FIT Terralogic fork delivers responsive XC performance with Kashima-coated stanchions and automatic compression adjustment that eliminates mid-ride fiddling.
I've been wearing the Giant Trail full fingered mountain biking gloves for a while now and I wanted to share my review. First, let me say that these gloves have survived one…
Daylight savings time is upon us, and with it comes progressively more afternoon and evening sunlight. But that doesn't mean night riding season is over! Nope, now's the time for dawn patrol…
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Six unusual mountain bike destinations—from indoor parks to lava fields and highway underpasses—that'll add serious variety to your trail punch card.
I introduced you to the unique Slingshot Ripper 29er a few weeks ago here. I've been riding pretty much exclusively on the Ripper since then, including racing it at the Snake Creek…
I always enjoy seeing manufacturers improve their products when they see a need.SRAM recently saw a need in the gravity scene and took the opportunity to improve shifting performance and durability while…
The fickle Georgia winter weather decided to cooperate and offered up a gorgeous weekend for the Southeast Bike Expo, with highs reaching 60 degrees on the second day of the event. Thanks…
I had always pictured powder coating as something done to Jeep bumpers and wrought iron fences. I knew it could be done to bike frames, but the ones I had seen looked…
Unlike the trend analysis articles we've been posting recently, I have no hard data on this trend but it's one that appears to be growing in my area: unauthorized mountain bike trail…
Ah, to be 16 again. I recently had the privilege of attending the season opener for the SoCal High School Cycling League at Vail Lake Resort in Temecula, California. If any of…
Some of you may know I've been busy training for my first 100-mile mountain bike race, the fabled Cohutta 100 on April 28. The race is now officially sold out with 305…
After returning the Lynskey to the Shimano booth I went in search of my next demo bike. This time around I wanted to try a carbon fiber 29er hardtail. Id never ridden…
The all-new Giro Feature is a helmet that is sure to get quite a few riders excited about buying a new lid! The Feature is designed specifically for the long-travel rider. If…
There's been a lot of hubub around the interwebs of late about the potential explosion of the 650b wheel size. Much of the commotion is around the very substantial rumor that Fox…
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