Corey Maddocks has tested and reviewed dozens of mountain bike products while living in Colorado.
A bike shop has opened inside a Colorado craft brewery, and customers get a free beer with their purchase of shop services.
Sacred Rides launches Getaways, an Uber-style affiliate program that lets independent guides run their own mountain bike tour business with backend support.
Here's a 24-word excerpt in Singletracks style:
"From local bike shops to internet forums and pro riders, we break down the best sources for mountain bike advice and how to use them."
**UCI cuts downhill World Cup field sizes for women and juniors while raising qualification points, citing course protection but sparking controversy over priorities.**
These eight mountain bikes blur traditional categories through innovative designs, from Trek's full-suspension fat trail bike to Pivot's multi-tire-size Les Fat.
Soon after getting bitten by the mountain biking bug, you will be ready to purchase your first "real" mountain bike. The myriad of prices, models and types of mountain bikes available makes…
Sacred Rides is launching a "GuideShare" platform that could let everyday mountain bikers earn money leading short tours in their local riding areas.
Race organizers Kyle Sipes and Bryan Derstine share insights on creating a successful grassroots MTB series that caters to pros, weekend warriors, and beginners alike.
Rocky Mountain National Park will open a two-mile East Shore Trail section to mountain biking, connecting Grand Lake to Granby and unlocking hundreds of Fraser Valley trail miles.
Colorado's new Winter Park Fat Bike Race Series brings accessible snow racing to Front Rangers, featuring groomed singletrack and a laid-back vibe.
Zoic's updated Ether shorts feature thinner, stretchier ripstop fabric that's more durable and comfortable, while the Transition Tech Tee offers solid performance as a base layer.
The Light and Motion Taz 1500 features an integrated battery pack, solid construction, and excellent beam pattern for convenient night riding.
Click here to check out part 2: Mid-Range Models. Last updated by Greg Heil on 10/23/14. For a more up-to-date list of the best fat bikes, check out "The 10 Best Fat…
Click here to read part 1: Budget Models. Click here for a more up-to-date list of mid-range fat bikes, from $1,000-$2,000. Last updated by Greg Heil on 10/22/14. If you've already demoed…
Giant's redesigned Trance 27.5 strikes a versatile balance between climbing and descending, making it an ideal choice for social trail riders seeking long-term reliability.
The Funkier Winter Jacket delivers serious warmth with windproof front panels and breathable back, making cold-weather riding comfortable at just $99.95.
Pearl Izumi's Canyon shorts offer quality construction and excellent comfort at an entry-level price, though minimalist pockets and sewn-in liner limit versatility.
The Ryders Trapper photochromic sunglasses offer quick-adjusting tints, shatterproof lenses, and excellent coverage for $79.99, though wide side pieces create driving blind spots.
Santa Cruz reimagines the Nomad as a 27.5 gravity slayer that climbs surprisingly well and descends confidently thanks to modern enduro geometry.
Giant's Reign Advanced 27.5 transitions to bigger wheels, delivering a mini-DH bike experience with impressive downhill performance at $4,750.
Giant's flagship Anthem race bike goes 27.5, blending race-bred efficiency with playful trail handling in a versatile carbon package under 25 pounds.
Cannondale's Scalpel 29 Carbon Team with distinctive Lefty fork proves weird looks don't matter when this race-ready rocket accelerates and handles flawlessly.
After selling my full suspension 29er, I have been riding my Sarma-equipped fat bike as my main ride for quite a few months now. The On Review article is pretty thorough, so…
The WTB Vigilante offers downhill-worthy traction and durability in a pedal-friendly package that's ideal for aggressive trail riders and enduro racers.
A review of the original Smith Forefront mountain bike helmet.
The Raptor series is Osprey's compact hydration pack line geared toward cycling, running, and light day hiking.
After spending a couple of months with the Pivot Firebird, it's time to part ways with this interesting bike. For build specs and other details, check out the On Review article. Test…
I'll be honest: most of the stuff we review on Singletracks is a variation or improvement on an existing product: apparel, tires, components.... even whole bikes don't really change all that much…
Last fall at Outerbike, the Pivot booth had crazy amounts of traffic and their demo bikes were constantly out on the trail. I didn't get to ride any of their models during the…
When you think of fat bikes, you may not think about them being light, but manufacturers are pushing the envelope in design and construction, with some complete bike build weights dipping down…
You finally got that new fat bike you've been drooling over. You rode it around the neighborhood and dialed in the fit. You geared up with every item that 45NRTH carries, and…
It's winter. It's cold. There may or may not be snow on the ground where you live, but despite all that, you probably want to extend your mountain biking season into the…
In a world being overtaken by longer travel, wider bars, and of course, 650b wheels, one company has dedicated themselves to building simple, lightweight, carbon fiber hardtail racing bikes. It's okay if…
Riding alone or with one or two close friends is fun, and definitely a valid way to enjoy our sport, but group rides are also a great option. Group rides provide a…
Mavic is well known for their wheels, but they also have a fairly extensive line of mountain bike shoes. One of the newer models to hit the trails is the Scree, which…
The Notch jersey and shorts from Mavic are designed to bridge the gap between skin-tight XC race apparel and long, loose downhill / freeride gear. These are garments that you throw on…
Here's the gist of an email conversation I had with our tech editor Syd a couple of months ago: Syd: I'm sending you some 740mm bars and a 50mm stem from Spank…
With their extensive experience creating ski goggles, Smith is no stranger to quality eyewear. The Approach sunglasses, one of the latest offerings in their cycling line, aim to be your go-to riding glasses,…
In my opinion, wheels are the best bang for your upgrade buck. Stiffer wheels will improve your ride quality, and reduced rotational mass will make climbs and all-day epic rides a whole…
What do you get when guys from a mountain bike components company go riding with NASA engineers? You end up with a set of grips with a space age rubber compound so…
Continuing on their quest to manufacture parts that are durable, lightweight, and affordable, Loaded Precision offers a stem in their AMXC line of cockpit components. Specs The AMXC stem features the same…
Foundry Cycles recently sent over their brand new Tomahawk carbon fiber hardtail race bike for review. The Tomahawk is an evolution of Foundry's well-tested Broadaxe 29er hardtail, but rendered in new the…
Loaded Precision has burst onto the mountain bike components scene with a full complement of parts that strives to hit the mythical trifecta of light weight, sturdy construction, and affordable cost. Loaded…
As mentioned here on Singletracks before, wheels are one of the most important upgrades you can make on a bike. Many stock wheels are either heavy or noodly, or sadly: both. The…
While mtbgreg1 was out shredding the gnar on the Santa Cruz Bronson, I was enjoying a more laid back ride on the SOLO 5010 Carbon. Santa Cruz pegs the 27.5 wheeled 5010…
For some odd reason, my Giant Anthem X 29er came from the factory with an SLX drivetrain, but brakes from another vendor which shall remain nameless. The stock brakes were annoying at…
Hot on the heels of my long-term Fatback review, I had a chance to demo the new Borealis Yampa carbon fiber fat bike at Outerbike. I ... like…
At a time when the only fat bikes in the world were some one-off custom models and the fairly-heavy, steel-framed Surly Pugsley, Greg Matyas at Speedway Cycles in Anchorage, Alaska was inspired…
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