Latest mountain bike news

From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
The 650B Rolls On....
Apr 5, 2008
A red and silver bicycle helmet with aerodynamic design and multiple ventilation slots. The helmet features the brand name "Giro" prominently displayed.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
MTB vs. Road Bike Helmets: What's the difference?
Apr 4, 2008
  1
Alt tag: "A map showing a trail outline in red, located near Lake Lafayette and Tom Brown Park, with surrounding geographical features labeled."
Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain bike trails too often relegated to crap holes
Apr 3, 2008
  1
Image of a bike computer device showing dimensions and labeled features, including an aerodynamic pressure port, barometric pressure vent, and internal X-Y accelerometer. The display screen features data like altitude, calories burned, time, bike speed, and various average and maximum values. The device includes a one-touch control ring for easy navigation.
Culture
April MTB News Roundup
Apr 2, 2008
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Apple announces iBike
Apr 1, 2008
  3
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Mountain bike adventure, Bolivia
Mar 31, 2008
  1
A black and white historical photograph depicting a group of soldiers riding bicycles across a grassy landscape, with mountains in the background. Each soldier is carrying a roll or pack on their bike, suggesting a military expedition or training exercise.
Culture
Buffalo soldiers: The original off-road bikers
Mar 28, 2008
  3
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Mountain Bike Trails
Montana mountain bike trails at risk
Mar 27, 2008
  1
A mountain biker in a red outfit jumps off a steep dirt ramp, suspended mid-air against a backdrop of blue skies and fluffy clouds. Trees and rocky terrain are visible in the surrounding landscape.
Mountain Bike Trails
The Florida mountain bike scene
Mar 26, 2008
  1
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain Biking Arkansas
Mar 25, 2008
A mountain bike resting on a rock, overlooking a scenic view of rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The foreground features tall grass and foliage, while the background shows layers of blue mountains fading into the distance.
Culture
Georgia mountain bike news
Mar 21, 2008
Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain bike clubs
Mar 20, 2008
A Garmin Forerunner 205 GPS running watch features a rectangular display with a graph and various buttons on the side. The watch has a black and purple design and a durable strap suitable for athletic use.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Garmin Forerunner 205 Review
Mar 19, 2008
Graphic advertisement for the Mountain Bike Summit held from May 7-9, 2008, at Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont. The image includes workshop topics such as program development, sustainable trail construction, and community trail development. Registration details are included along with logos of the presenting organizations.
Community
Vermont Mountain Bike Summit
Mar 18, 2008
  1
A winding dirt path through a sparse, wooded area. The landscape features dry grass and small bushes, with scattered trees in the background under a cloudy sky.
Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain biking Macon
Mar 18, 2008
A close-up image of a green bicycle frame with the word "7000" and the logo for "singletracks." In the background, a camping tent is visible, suggesting an outdoor setting. A water bottle can also be seen near the bicycle.
Community
Ocala Spring Break Fat Tire Festival, Florida
Mar 17, 2008
  2
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Drivers: Watch for cyclists (and mountain bikers too)
Mar 13, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Community
Mountain biking the midwest this weekend
Mar 12, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Community
Mountain Bike Hashing
Mar 11, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Crack for MTB trade and more Alaska mountain biking
Mar 10, 2008
An online webpage featuring the logo of singletracks.com, displaying a blue silhouette map of the southeastern United States, specifically highlighting areas of South Carolina and surrounding states. The layout includes navigation links on the left in a yellow sidebar.
Community
singletracks v1.0: Mudhunny
Mar 7, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Mountain biking economics study released
Mar 6, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Downhilling in France; Women's clinic in Australia
Mar 5, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Alaska snow bike racing
Mar 4, 2008
A red and silver mountain bike with a sturdy frame, front suspension, and wide tires, positioned on a plain white background.
Culture
New Jersey seeks to outlaw the quick-release axle
Mar 3, 2008
  1
A circular logo featuring a laurel wreath, with the number "10" prominently displayed in the center. Below, the word "singletracks" is written in a bold, modern font. The color scheme is a muted blue, giving the design a clean and contemporary look.
Community
singletracks.com: The origin story
Feb 29, 2008
  1
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Mountain Bike Trails
10 great MTB trails in South Africa
Feb 28, 2008
Kona logo featuring the word "KONA" in bold blue letters, set against a black paint splatter background.
Culture
Kona to donate 1,000 bikes to AfricaBike
Feb 27, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
IMBA needs support for fresh Kentucky singletrack
Feb 27, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain Bike Only "ski resort" in New Hampshire
Feb 26, 2008
Logo of Shimano, a brand known for cycling components and fishing tackle, featuring the brand name in bold, uppercase letters against a plain background.
Culture
Pearl Izumi being sold to Shimano
Feb 25, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Mountain Bike Trails
Toronto Parks Department to develop city-wide mountain biking strategy
Feb 22, 2008
A black mountain bike with wide tires, a sturdy frame, and front suspension. The bike features disc brakes and a comfortable seat, positioned for off-road riding.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Cannondale 29er 4 Test Ride
Feb 21, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Research: Serious mountain bikers have abnormal scrotums (!)
Feb 20, 2008
  3
A scenic view of a winding dirt path through a grassy landscape, surrounded by sparse trees and mountains in the distance. The sky is blue with scattered white clouds. A signpost is visible near the path, indicating a trail or point of interest.
Culture
Proposed MTB trail from Eldorado Canyon to Walker Ranch (Boulder, CO)
Feb 19, 2008
  3
A narrow dirt path winding through a dense forest with lush greenery and scattered trees, inviting exploration into the serene, natural surroundings.
Mountain Bike Trails
Weekend Ride Report: Sumter National Forest
Feb 18, 2008
  1
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Community
Great Divide Mountain Bike Route Turns 10
Feb 15, 2008
A nighttime scene at the Kona 24 Hours in Old Pueblo event in Tucson, Arizona, featuring a blue tent with tables and bikes in the foreground. Dynamic light trails suggest movement, while the logo and event title are displayed prominently.
Community
The biggest 24-hour MTB race in America plus free Trek bikes for Ripon College freshmen
Feb 14, 2008
A motorcycle helmet decorated with a blue mohawk design, featuring a sleek black and silver exterior with checkered accents. The background is a vibrant gradient of pink and green.
Culture
How to look like a mountain bike rockstar
Feb 13, 2008
Five interlocking rings in blue, yellow, black, green, and red on a white background, representing the Olympic Games.
Community
Olympic mountain biking without the mountains
Feb 12, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Can a bike be a lemon?
Feb 11, 2008
Top-down view of a bicycle handlebar with a gloved hand gripping the left side. Two GPS devices are mounted on the handlebars, with one styled for biking and the other for outdoor navigation. The background features a forest trail covered in brown leaves.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Garmin GPSMap 60Cx review
Feb 8, 2008
  1
Abstract image featuring a 3D graph overlaying a terrain model with a bicycle, possibly indicating data analysis or mapping in an outdoor or cycling context. The letters "IBP" are prominently displayed in the foreground.
MTB Tips
Comparing mountain bike trails
Feb 7, 2008
  1
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Culture
Bikochondriacs
Feb 6, 2008
Map displaying a topographic view with plotted hiking routes highlighted in yellow. The left panel lists various active logs with dates and points, while the map features terrain contours, trail markers, and landmarks, including "Captain Jack" and "Stonewall Fall."
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Garmin MapSource Review
Feb 5, 2008
A mountain biker performing a jump on a trail surrounded by bare trees in a forest setting. The ground is covered with leaves, and the scene depicts a sunny day with clear skies.
Mountain Bike Trails
Dauset Trails Ride Report
Feb 4, 2008
From DirtRag's Blog: <blockquote>Their 650B SantaCruz Heckler (Beckler) is finished... And it certainly looks sweet! This bike is equipped with a White Brothers 130 fork, RockShox Pearl shock, Velocity Blunt 650B wheels, Pacenti NeoMoto tires, Maverick Speedball seatpost, and a CrankBrothers Cobalt crankset.</blockquote> Also, Kenda has paid attention to the increasing demand for 650B tires with <a href="http://www.bicycleretailer.com/news/newsDetail/1108.html">27.5" Nevegals</a>. These tires will be available in 2.10 &amp; 2.35 sizes. American Classic and Industry9 have also built 650B wheelsets, with SunRingle creating a 650B rim, the Equalizer-27. As myself and many others have predicted, the 27.5" movement is picking up speed. With every new manufacturer supporting this wheel format, it becomes more and more likely that we'll see companies following Kirk Pacenti &amp; companies like Haro's lead. Haro has already committed to offering two 650B bikes in 2009. With support like that in the industry, other 27.5" format components will rapidly become available; such as forks, tires, and wheels. I've been asked recently who I thought would next build a 650B production bike. In my opinion, I believe that Gary Fisher, Marin, SantaCruz, Trek, and Specialized will step up and offer production bikes in 2009/10. Most likely Fisher and Marin first, as these two manufacturers have always been leaders in cutting-edge suspension &amp; frame designs. Though I may be a little biased towards Fisher &amp; SantaCruz, I'd still love to see a new 650B offering from any or all of the major mountainbike manufacturers. I'm sure it'll happen eventually, but I have the feeling that some will simply be 26" frames adapted to run the slightly larger wheels &amp; tires. While it would be refreshing and interesting to see completely new designs, but as doing so costs MTB companies a lot in development, testing, and marketing, the odds are against floor-up redesigns.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Made in the USA.... Mountainbikes
Feb 1, 2008
  1
Two mountain bikers are seen in mid-air, jumping over a barrier with a logo in the foreground. A grassy hillside and spectators in the background suggest an outdoor biking event, with rolling hills and a cloudy sky visible.
Community
Sea Otter Classic is world's largest cycling event?
Jan 31, 2008