We're heading to Interbike 2009 in Las Vegas to test ride mountain bikes at Bootleg Canyon and bring you daily coverage of the latest gear.
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The ITS Edge EXDX delivers exceptional stopping power and climbing traction for all-mountain riders, though its aggressive tread may sacrifice longevity.
IMBA's annual "Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day" on October 3 honors a young rider's legacy while introducing the next generation to the sport.
Premium Singletracks subscribers can now download high-resolution PDF trail maps and enjoy enhanced training app visualizations, with more upgrades coming soon.
Not only does Manitou make a decent MTB fork, but you have to check out Manitou's line-up of ISX dampers. I was lucky enough to get my hands on an ISX-6 and…
29er mountain bikes are more popular than ever these days but there still aren't a lot of choices when it comes to components, especially wheels. Fortunately Easton offers 29-inch versions of two…
Essential tips for setting up base camp, choosing race nutrition, and training your body to tackle a grueling 24-hour mountain bike event.
Just a few months ago yours truly was invited to compete in the Summer Solstice 24 Hour up here in ON. Fun times for sure, provided you're physically prepared and have all…
If you're in the hunt for a great All Mountain bike tire at a decent price, look no further than the Prowler MX from WTB ($50 MSRP). Aggressive, talon-like knobs will help…
ZOIC's Opulent mountain bike shorts feature built-in iPod controls sewn into the fabric, letting riders adjust music without reaching into pockets while riding.
The Blue Ryno Carbon is a lightweight XC race machine that climbs like a hardtail and descends with full-suspension confidence at an incredible value.
Two bike shops launch "cash for clunkers" programs offering up to $200 off new bikes for trading in old bicycles or cars.
The VholdR ContourHD helmet camera delivers exceptional video quality, versatile mounting options, and simple controls, making it the best choice for mountain bikers.
The WTB Devo Carbon saddle delivers race-ready performance at just 189 grams, with a versatile shape that works perfectly for XC, road, or even DH riding.
Tips for getting women into mountain biking, Atlanta MTB events this weekend, and Mountain Hardwear is giving away free packs daily through September.
Just a while back I reviewed the Easton XC-Ones and gave them a great review. But that got me thinking: I wonder what their all-mountain / light free ride wheels can do?…
Singletracks improves trail mapping tools with backend upgrades, adds route ratings and comments, and launches GPSApp.net beta for easier GPS data formatting.
Specialized seeks social media-savvy riders for their Trail Crew program, offering year-long access to 2010 Stumpjumper FSRs and sponsored trips to epic destinations.
"One ring to control them all..." Well three rings to control them all actually. Chris Wickliffe, the man behind WickWerks, was kind enough to send me a set of chainrings (MSRP $139.50)…
Lance Armstrong sets new Leadville Trail 100 course record at 6:28:50, finishing with a flat tire while six-time champ Dave Weins takes second place.
Lance Armstrong trades the Tour de France for Colorado's grueling Leadville 100 mountain bike race—watch the live webstream or send us your photos!
Help us finalize the best mountain bike gear of 2009 by reviewing your favorite products before September 1st deadline.
IMBA members score significant discounts from Syncros and other retailers, with a $30 membership easily paying for itself through savings on gear.
A little while back I wrote a review on Mavic's Crossline wheel set which was and still is a great set of wheels. But I recently got a chance to ride with…
photo: 10K trail running race on the 1996 Olympic MTB course, sponsored by Dirty Spokes A lot of people ask me why I run so much - usually 3-4 days a week…
IMBA Trail Crew builds new black diamond features at Colorado's Buffalo Creek this weekend, including steep rollers, drops, and wall rides.
So this is pretty exciting: someone on singletracks is going to win a Contour HD Helmet Camera from VholdR at the end of the month. Take a moment to wipe the drool…
Whether you know it or not, you've probably experienced a mountain bike cable nightmare. Two weeks ago we asked you to share your stories of cable frustration and we got some pretty…
A little while back a few people were looking for bash guard recommendations in the forums and today I have a great product to tell you about. The e*13 Turbocharger ($49.95 MSRP)…
We've had a pretty good response so far but today is the last day to post your MTB cable nightmare for a chance to win a sweet set of Gore Sealed Low…
Schwalbe Wicked Will mountain bike tire review.
Just a quick shout: Big sale is on at HuckNRoll.com this weekend. If you received a $10 off coupon from singletracks this month, don't forget to use it through August 1 for…
Regular readers know I bought a new mountain bike earlier this year and while I've been sharing bits and pieces about my new ride it's time I wrote a summary review. The…
You may have seen mobile bike repair services advertised but apparently this is a new concept: a bike-powered bike repair service. Leave it to the Germans to find a way to use…
So yesterday I didn't get a chance to post on the blog and it was the first time in months, if not years, that we missed a weekday post. I left the…
Post your mountain bike cable nightmares on the forums this week for a chance to win a set of bomb-proof Gore RideOn Derailleur Cables. If you're not familiar with Gore cables, these…
OK, now I get to show off a bit and for once I don't need to wear a helmet or ride along with constant fear of knocking out a tooth. Just look…
I've always been proud to show off my wounds and scars from mountain bike crashes, but there is actually a much easier way to show off my love for the sport. Bike…
Heil Valley Ranch map courtesy Boulder County. (you are not actually "here" :) ) We've said it before and we'll say it again: singletracks.com exists to help you find the best mountain…
Last month I wrote about a somewhat disappointing MTB trail recon trip to middle Georgia and I actually got a lot of sympathy (though that wasn't my intent at all). The fact…
Faster than a speeding bullet, able to leap over rocks and tree branches, and more powerful than your two legs can handle! Kenda's stable of tires are famous for superhero-like performance and…
About a year and a half ago I wrote about mountain bikers' carbon footprints (er, carbon tracks) and a press release from Performance Bike got me thinking about Green MTB once again.…
Daniel Hume, RIP. Photo from telegraph.co.uk. Some sad news to report this week: Daniel Hume, former pro mountain biker from the UK, was killed while on foot patrol in Afghanistan last week.…
A diverse set of mountain bike tidbits for you this morning: US National Mountain Bike Championships @ Sol Vista (Granby, CO) this weekend. This is the first year Nationals are being held…
The Fox Talas 36 RC2 fork is just the ticket for those who like to travel through the air with the greatest of ease while avoiding going splat upon landing. Fox has…
Photo from shiftwatch.blogspot.com. You know how Corvette owners like to get together with other Corvette owners to fawn over each others' cars? Or how Harley Davidson riders hang out with other Harley…
Talk about sweet, this helmet rocks! All I can say about the THE ONE Ink helmet ($199 MSRP) is that it's absolutely stunning - photos just don't do this one justice. When…
Every now and then consumers like us luck out and get a really well thought out product. Case in point: the Princeton Tec Switchback 3 light system (MSRP $349.00). This system comes…
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