The 2017 Orbea Loki 27.5+ hardtail features 120mm travel, XT 1x11, and plus-sized tires that plow through Moab's technical terrain with impressive climbing efficiency.
Revant's Elite HC3 lenses use satellite-inspired technology and activity-specific light filtration to deliver exceptional optical clarity and edge-to-edge vision for mountain bikers.
Colton Lock tests Ellsworth's new Rogue Forty trail bike in Moab: slack geometry and 140mm travel make it a confident descender.
The Hincapie Fission Bib Knicker simplifies cold-weather riding with fleece-lined warmth, 3/4 length legs, and versatility as a standalone layer or winter base.
The Hincapie Fission Long Sleeve Jersey offers incredibly soft fabric and quality construction, but lacks the insulation and wind-blocking properties expected at its $100 price point.
The Polar M200 GPS watch offers wrist-based heart rate monitoring, activity tracking, and smartphone connectivity for mountain bikers at just $149.
WTB introduces 26+ Scraper rims and Ranger tires, allowing 27.5" bike owners to convert to plus-size wheels with optimized 40mm width and multiple casing options.
The redesigned 2017 Rocky Mountain Element is a nimble, playful carbon XC/marathon bike that rides bigger than its 100/120mm travel suggests.
The Thule T2 Pro hitch rack offers easier one-hand operation, fat bike compatibility, and tool-free installation, making it a worthy upgrade.
Mountain bike protection technology advances with impact-hardening materials, ergonomic designs, and breathable construction replacing bulky plastic armor from Dainese, Leatt, Slytech, and G-Form.
Getting to know the pros and cons of the Pinion internally geared mountain bike drivetrain.
Cool bike tools spotted at Interbike 2016.
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**Bikepacking bags are exploding in popularity and utility, with 30 new options from brands like Revelate, Ortlieb, and Oveja Negra now perfect for day rides.**
Industry Nine widens their Enduro rim to 31mm internal for 2017, offering carbon and aluminum options optimized for aggressive 2.4"-2.6" trail tires.
GT's new Pantera line offers three affordable plus-tire hardtails starting at $870, all featuring 6061 aluminum frames and 120mm travel forks.
DT Swiss expands their 1501 Spline One wheelset lineup with multiple rim widths spanning XC to enduro, built on 240s hubs from $1,200.
The 2017 Cannondale Habit Carbon SE is a playful trail bike with 130mm Pike fork, 120mm rear travel, and impressive climbing ability.
Rider-owned startup Terrene Tires launches with three aggressive tread models in Light and Tough constructions, simplifying tire choice for mountain bikers.
SHRED enters mountain biking with helmets featuring Slytech 2nd SKiN impact absorption and MIPS-style concussion protection, starting at $159.99.
Wolf Tooth Components showcases innovative mountain bike solutions including a 49t cassette extender, dropper-friendly saddle bag mount, ergonomic remote lever, and handlebar storage bag.
A Georgia XC rider falls for Surly's versatile Wednesday fat bike after a surprisingly impressive test ride at Bootleg Canyon's desert trails.
Drop bar mountain bikes from Bombtrack, Masi, Wilier, and Moots blend bikepacking capability with cyclocross handling and full-width mountain bike tire clearance.
From trail hardtails to bikepacking rigs, plus bikes continue their takeover with new models from Orbea, Norco, Moots, REI, and more at Interbike.
Ritchey debuts a mechanical three-position dropper post, expands Z-Max Evolution tire sizes, and introduces 40mm-wide Trail wheelset with innovative hub design.
Maxxis expands their popular Minion DHF and DHR II lineup to include plus, fat bike, mini-plus, and even 24-inch sizes for young riders.
From self-inflating hubs to bottle cage beer openers, these weird and innovative products from Interbike prove small brands are pushing boundaries.
The Otso Voytek is a versatile carbon hardtail that can run 26 fat, 27.5+, or 29+ wheels using an adjustable dropout system.
BMC offers mountain bikes from XC race hardtails to long-travel trail slayers, with innovative Micro Travel Technology softening their top XC hardtail.
Canadian company 9point8 adds 27.2mm diameter and external cable routing to their mechanical Fall Line dropper post for spring 2017.
The Wilier Triestina Jaroon+ pairs polished chromoly craftsmanship with 29+ wheels and drop bars in an unlikely but stunning $2,849 package.
We test rode a Ventana mountain bike with a Rohloff internally geared hub at Interbike.
Blackburn expands their bikepacking bag lineup with camo options, plus debuts an innovative Switch multitool and Chamber HV high-volume floor pump.
Leatt expands beyond neck braces and pads with a comprehensive 2017 apparel line including waterproof jackets, jerseys, shorts, gloves, and convertible helmets.
The Cycliq Fly12 combines a 1080p action camera with a 400-lumen light, offering 10-hour battery life, Strava integration, and surprisingly clear footage for $349.
Ergon expands beyond grips with new downhill-specific saddles, gravity grips, insoles, gloves, and hydration packs, all featuring their signature ergonomic design principles.
After four years of development, Feedback Sports debuts thoughtfully-curated tool kits designed for serious riders, skipping the filler for essentials that last.
The Razik Epitome carbon hardtail features a unique Isotruss framework design instead of traditional tubes, with interchangeable dropouts for 27.5 or 29er wheels.
Full suspension fat bikes are still being developed, with three new models spotted at Interbike alongside affordable rigid options and innovative winter accessories.
The Pivot Switchblade delivers trail bike agility with enduro capability, swapping between 27.5+ and 29" wheels while proving short chainstays and plus clearance aren't mutually exclusive.
Kali Protectives' new Nano Core foam technology allows helmets to withstand multiple impacts without compression, unlike traditional EPS foam that crushes permanently.
The 2017 GT Sensor Carbon Pro pairs a unique bottom-mounted shock design with premium components, delivering balanced, planted trail performance at $5,860.
The KHS SixFifty 680 Plus is a capable 27.5+ hardtail with quality components at an affordable $2,199, excelling on descents despite lacking rear suspension.
The Cannondale Bad Habit Carbon 1 is a lightweight 27.5+ trail bike with a Lefty fork that climbs efficiently and descends with surprising precision.
The Devinci Marshall carbon trail bike inspires confidence on exposed terrain, climbs surprisingly well, and descends smoothly with well-dialed Split Pivot suspension.
The Transition Patrol Carbon is a capable 155mm enduro slayer, though super-low bottom bracket height and pedal strikes hampered this test ride.
Surly's redesigned Krampus gets slacker geometry and shorter chainstays, making the original plus bike more playful and accessible for smaller riders.
The Yakima DrTray hitch rack features independently adjustable trays on two axes, preventing bike-on-bike contact and accommodating any tire size up to 5 inches.
The Turner Flux v4.0 eschews trendy specs for a focused, snappy trail bike that proves less can be more on the trail.
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