If there's one thing that every mountain biker needs, it's a good pair of riding shorts. Some riders lean toward bibs and other tight, lycra-infused affairs, while others (including myself) feel much…
After a comedy of errors getting the correct pair of wheels to fit my ride, complicated by how insanely back-ordered the EA70 29er wheels are, I finally have a pair of these…
If you're like me then you appreciate the performance of real cycling clothes, but you don't want to look like a Tour de France wannabe with lots of logos and crazy 'colorways.'…
Back in April Greg reviewed the basic Remedy full-face helmet and now that I've put the Remedy CF through its paces, I'm ready to share my review. I'll also share my thoughts…
Front the website of Ultimate Direction, describing the Grind 12 hydration pack: "Loaded with features such as pump and tool pockets, organization for spare tubes and adequate room for an extra layer,…
In early 2000 I was preparing to graduate from college and decided it was time for a new mountain bike. After browsing the local shops I fell in love with an electric…
If you're really into riding (and the fact that you're reading this tells me you are), you're already familiar with the Topeak brand. As a techy kinda guy who does all his…
Singletracks members have posted GPS data for nearly 2,000 unique mountain bike trails over the years, not to mention countless updates and additions to existing trail maps. In that time we've refined…
I switch back and forth between flat pedals and clipless pedals on my bike so I have a need for decent shoes for each discipline. When Shimano contacted me recently to arrange…
When the trail turns truly tough and technical, body protection is a must (unless you enjoy picking at scabs for weeks). But many traditional hard-shell pads are just so uncomfortable that it…
I've spent the last month riding almost exclusively on the Civilian Luddite - a steel framed, rigid forked, single speed 29er. On paper the Luddite looks like a good ride and a…
As anyone who has ridden with me knows: I am not easy on my bike gear. It's not that I'm abusive or anything... I try to take care of what I own…
Mavic has stepped it up, yet again. Many wheel manufacturers have been coming out with some kickass wheels lately, and Mavic is definitely out front. Always seeking to improve their products, Mavic…
We review the Race Face Turbine mountain bike riser handlebar and stem.
The Luddites were Industrial Revolution era English textile workers who were pissed about being replaced by new machinery that did their jobs faster than they could. Many of them even went postal…
The Ritchey WCS Lady bike saddle arrived at my doorstep recently and I promptly got my live-in bike mechanic to install it for me. To be honest, it looked a little thin…
This is the third and final installment in our series on spring mountain bike maintenance. You can read Part 2: Drive Train, Frame, and Brake Maintenancehere. Headset Maintenance After a year of…
Which bike rack do you need? There are three basic types: trunk mount, hitch mount, and roof mount.
Osprey has taken everything they learned from the Raptor, Manta, and other packs they have produced and used those lessons to release two new ultra-refined pack series: the Syncro and Zealot. Having…
This past Christmas Santa surprised me with a $50 gift certificate for HucknRoll.com. While my Maui Jim sunglasses and Home Depot clear lens safety glasses worked fine for day and night riding…
It's hard to believe that just last year RaceFace closed their doors. Judging by the comments on the forum at that time, there were a lot of disappointed mountain bikers out there.…
This is a continuation of our series on spring bike maintenance. Click here to read Part 1: Washing, Fork Maintenance, and More. Drivetrain Maintenance After cleaning your bike and maintaining your fork,…
Hydration packs must be catching on because just about every accessory company has added them to their product lines, and women's specific models are starting to become more common. Dakine is no…
Mountain bikers often take for granted the fact that we'll return safe and sane from our jaunts into the backcountryeven those that take us twenty miles or more from the nearest town…
I owned the first version of the Contour HD helmet cam., and if I was to use one word to compare the new Roam model to the original it would be: refined.…
So you did the unthinkable and forgot to clean up your bike for the coming riding season. Now youre stuck, and the shops are all backed up for weeks. Well you could…
I was afraid these shoes arrived too late for a review; out here in Wisconsin we got a mercifully mild winter and there was a 2-week spell of 70s and 80s that…
A few months ago I introduced you to the Red Metal 29 XL, the top-of-the-line 29er wheels offered by the Italian company Fulcrum. The wheels have been through plenty of local rides,…
And now for something completely different. The Tyke Toter is a seat + handlebar that attaches to an adult's bike seatpost, allowing your toddler to go along for the ride. My daughter…
The right tool for the job; horses for courses; a nail for every hammer. I don't even know what I'm talking about! The conclusion I want you all to take away from…
A broken chain is a surefire way to turn an epic ride into an epic hike. Fortunately, with the right tools, it is a quick and easy fix, getting you cranking again…
Man, this 'winter' has made it tough to plan for the right gear. I imagine most of you in the cooler climates have been on a good many rides with way too…
The Cane Creek Double Barrel shock features 4-way adjustment for long travel bikes.
Updated 11/26/2014 We've published hundreds of in-depth mountain bike product reviews here on the blog and from time to time we get valid questions about how the review process works. Readers are…
Allow me to preach two conflicting sermons: 1 bike for many uses AND a bike for every task. First let's have full disclosure: I work in the bike industry and I want…
I first heard of Vee Rubber at the Southeast Bike Expo, where they had a booth set up with lots of tires on display. I ended up spending a good chunk of…
Tips for fixing a flat mountain bike tire on the trail.
A review of the Loaded Precision AmXc grips and flat pedals.
So I'm biased: I work for a Very Large Bike Company that makes its own tires. When these pretty things arrived, I had to keep them hidden from my coworkers. The Schwalbe…
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.…
GPS units are great for mountain biking, filling the role of both cycling computer and trail map in one simple package. Back in 2006 we wrote about using your GPS for trail…
Several years ago I started wearing baggy mountain bike shorts, admittedly because they look much cooler than spandex. Sure, there are modest benefits to wearing baggies on the trail (like added abrasion…
Those of us who partake in the gravity-fueled disciplines of downhill, freeride, or bike park riding--know that at some point we're going to crash. When we do, we want to be ready…
This new mountain bike shoe from Five Ten is perfect for all sorts of applications including normal trail riding, freeriding, downhill, and more. Specs The uppers on the Maltese Falcon feature an…
The new Elixir 9 hydraulic disc brakes from Avid feature a completely re-worked TaperBore design and other refinements that make for a smooth, solid package for your MTB stopping pleasure. I've been…
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…
My buddy Joseph at the local bike shop, Decatur Bikes. Photo: mudhunny. Want to start a heated discussion among mountain bikers? Just ask a group of riders where they buy…
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:…
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