We checked out some of the new bikes on show at Crankworx: some electric, some prototype, some carbon, and some 3D-printed.
Whether you're into riding on dirt or road, Polar Bottle’s innovative bike bottles give you the freedom to go further.
Singletracks has tested nearly 100 pairs of mountain bike shorts, and these are the best we've found so far.
We check in with Pat and Doug from Kona to learn how hardtail mountain bikes are specced, and what makes for a 'hardcore hardtail.'
Given the choice between riding on a paved road or on gravel, we'll take the gravel every time. Yet there are only so many hours in the day, and the singletrack siren calls.
The Kuat Piston Pro X is a premium, no-touch bike rack that looks good, is feature-rich, and is well constructed. Not surprisingly, it's also pricey.
Some of the most interesting MTB gear and tech from Crankworx Whistler, 2022. New bikes, suspension tech, clothing, pedals, and more.
The Moon Rigel Power bike light blasts up to 3,600 lumens for two hours, and the all-in-one design packs three distinct beam patterns that can be switched at the push of a button.
In Gear Watch this week, Garmin announces the latest Enduro smartwatch, Pole opens a new factory in Finland, Bianchi previews a full range of electric mountain bikes, and Enve begins shipping their inverted dropper post.
New tires are easily the #1 upgrade you can make to your bike, and you get even more bang for your buck when they're on sale.
The Leatt 6.0 Clip V22 is the brand's latest take on an efficiency-minded, lightweight trail shoe which comes with a stiff sole and an Atop dial and a sleek look.
Check singletracks.com/deals to find the best prices on gear, and help Singletracks at the same time. It's a win-win!
JensonUSA has complete, 2022 Ibis Ripley AF bikes in stock (sizes M, L, XL) AND on sale for $2,849.25.
The Continental Kryptotal Re is a mixed conditions MTB tire with with strong braking bars in the center and tall side knobs for grip off camber and in corners.
Race Face adds a chainring optimized for Super Boost bikes, Ritchey announces new gravel wheel, UNNO updates the Dash, and more.
We learn how bike engineers and designers work together, and how brands like Evil approach e-bike design.
The Evil Epocalypse electric mountain bike features 170/166mm of travel front and rear, and a big battery for shuttling lap after lap.
The latest Santa Cruz Nomad swaps balanced, 27.5 wheels for a mixed-wheel configuration, adds Glove Box in-tube storage, and tweaks the geo and suspension.
The Pivot Shuttle SL is meant to bridge a gap between analog bikes and e-bikes, with the nimble characteristics of a mountain bike plus the extra power of an e-bike, according to the brand.
Summer riding is still in full effect and so are the savings. Don't miss this special 50% off offer on a MTB skills clinic!
Carbon fiber construction makes it possible to tune a bike frame for stiffness and compliance in all the right places. We visited Alchemy to learn how and why it works.
Direct-to-consumer (DTC) bike brands like Canyon, YT, and Commencal are growing, and it seems buyers are becoming more comfortable choosing and purchasing bikes online.
The Abus MoDrop MIPS is a quality bike helmet for trail riding, and is compatible with the brand's Bluetooth crash sensor.
The Manitou Jack dropper post is solidly built with an easy-to-maintain design.
It's been a minute since we've seen this many in-stock, and on-sale mountain bikes available.
The "world's best-selling helmet" gets an update, a dialed OneUp dropper remote, and an off-road-ready bike rack.
We're suckers for sunglasses, especially when we find a pair on sale. And take advantage of these new coupons from our MTB partners.
The MXXY Hydration Pack utilizes a unique dual-chamber reservoir for carrying and mixing two different drinks on the trail.
12-speed Shimano bike chains remain difficult to find, and a quick check shows them backordered everywhere from JensonUSA to REI and Worldwide Cyclery. However a few sellers on Amazon seem to have chains available.
This week we bring you a new link offering a kinematic update to the Rocky Mountain Altitude plus an updated Maxxis tire, and new duds.
Choosing the best mountain bike helmet is like choosing the best bike -- all that really matters is that you have (and wear) one.
Do you run a wider mountain bike tire up front, or is it the same width as the rear?
Most trail riders will be happy with the Lezyne Super Pro GPS, especially given its reasonable price.
These hydration vests and packs are designed for XC racing and trail riding. We tested them to see which ones work best.
The all new Allied Cycle Works BC40 carbon fiber, cross country bike is made in Rogers, Arkansas.
Niner updates the RKT and Ionic brings the Johnny Rotten hardtail back plus new and updated gear from Garmin, Lazer, Fulcrum, Hayes, Pearl Izumi, and American Classic.
The Nicolai Nucleon 16 is a high-pivot, 160-180mm enduro 29er running a Supre Drivetrain.
The all new Trek Fuel EXe raises the bar for quiet, lightweight, and natural-feeling electric mountain bikes thanks to a unique drive system and smart tech.
Today Shimano announces new eMTB motors and derailleurs that can shift automatically, and without any pedal input.
This week we found deals from $20 grips to a full-on bike for sale. Plus, Amazon Prime Day runs July 12-13 and the best deals are live now.
The Deity Highside 35 alloy riser bar delivers a great ride feel in a straightforward package.
We tested several pairs of mountain bike sunglasses to see which ones fit our faces and riding styles the best.
This week we're tracking new and updated tires, hydration reservoirs, budget eMTBs, and mountain bike helmets.
The Leatt MTB 4.0 AllMtn helmet is descent-oriented with thick padding, a big visor, and an aggressive look.
Riders buying a new Alchemy bike are offered a night at the Origin Hotel, test rides, a bike fit, help with bike and suspension setup, gift cards to Over Yonder Brewery and Launch Coffee, and a swag bag.
At first glance it appears there's a glitch in the photo. Watch the video, however, and you'll see this bike is totally rideable!
It's a great time to pick up some new gear for the summer, like a new pair mountain biking shoes, clothing and sunnies, even bikes!
The Donnelly AVL is an XC/trail tire that excels at technical climbs and sheds sticky Pisgah soil with ease.
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