Hip packs for mountain biking from Camelbak, Dakine, Evoc, North St., and Weevil are tested and reviewed.
on May 7, 2018
Terrene's McFly plus tire is available for both 27.5+ and 29+ wheels and in two different casing weights. It's burly enough for technical descending, yet fast-rolling enough for long days in the saddle.
on Mar 7, 2018
The SPANK Industries Oozy Trail 760 Vibrocore bar damps vibration significantly better than standard aluminum bars... but is it better than carbon? And how do the price and weight stack up? Chris gives us the full breakdown in this mountain bike gear review.
on Feb 6, 2018
The new Cannondale Jekyll features a revamped suspension design, a new Fox Gemini shock (no more DYAD pull shock), and an updated build kit.
on Jan 16, 2018
The Interstate 5 corridor as it runs through the state of Washington passes within minutes of 5 of the best mountain bike trail systems anywhere. From Galbraith to Tiger mountains, these trails are loamy, rowdy, and some of the best singletrack in the nation.
on Jan 9, 2018
The Bontrager Line Elite 30 mountain bike wheels proved to be durable, stiff, and offer very fast hub engagement--all at a very reasonable price.
on Dec 8, 2017
The IMBA Jacket from Showers Pass is impermeable to precipitation from the outside, but it can get a little clammy on the inside. This 2.5-layer rain jacket provides a great blend of features and solid durability at a reasonable price.
on Dec 1, 2017
The Willamette National Forest is home to hundreds of miles of incredible mountain bike trails, with many of them near the town of Oakridge. Here are 10 of the very best including the McKenzie River Trail, Alpine Trail, and more!
on Nov 30, 2017
G-Form's new Elite knee pads offer more coverage and better body mapping, providing better protection overall.
on Nov 24, 2017
G-Form's Elite Elbow pads provide protection for mountain bikers at the molecular level, thanks to Reactive Protective Technology.
on Nov 24, 2017
G-Form's Pro Ankle Guard places padding over the bony prominences of the ankle area.
on Nov 24, 2017
Northwest Tech lets you customize mountain bike jerseys and shorts. Choose colors, sleeve and inseam lengths, and even the zippers you want.
on Nov 22, 2017
The 10 best mountain bike trails in Caribou-Targhee National Forest range from the Teton Basin to the Big Hole Mountains, to Pocatello and Island Park. Top recommendations include Grand Targhee Bike Park, Mill Creek Trail, Horseshoe Canyon Trails, and the East-Fork Crestline Trail. This article will also tell you the best places to camp, the best off-bike tourist activities to enjoy, and the best bike shops near the forest.
on Oct 31, 2017
MRP's Ramp Control Cartridge allows the rider to adjust how much volume is taken up in a mountain bike fork's air chamber with the twist of a knob, allowing the rider to increase or decrease ramp-up and bottom-out resistance as they see fit.
on Oct 27, 2017
The Summit at Snoqualmie has contracted the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance to help them build a lift-served mountain bike park. However, it could take years until there's a rideable trail on the ground, due to the USFS approval process.
on Oct 23, 2017
The MET Parachute is currently the lightest full face mountain bike helmet in the world that's certified for downhill racing, weighing in at 700g. Our reviewer, Chris Daniels, finds that it's light enough and breathable enough, thanks to its 24 vents, to climb in as well.
on Oct 17, 2017
All photos by Chris Daniels|@chrizdan unless noted otherwise When Cannondale announced the latest iteration of the Trigger, there were (for better or worse) a few things…
on Sep 7, 2017
Mount Hood rises to 11,250 feet as one of several volcanic peaks within the Cascade Arc. Overshadowing an expansive range of moderately-elevated land, Mount Hood is the most topographically prominent peak in…
on Aug 28, 2017
All photos by Chris Daniels|@chrizdan My first hex kit set me back a whopping $7 from Harbor Freight. It was an integrated folding set with a…
on Aug 28, 2017
Dakine's Dummy Proof Anthem Knee Pads are easy to take on and off, and provide great protection too. Over the course of this review they've proven to be very durable.
on Aug 25, 2017
All photos by Chris Daniels Plus bikes have carved out a comfortable spot in the mountain bike world and components to support them have followed suit.…
on Aug 11, 2017
Fly Racing has gone all-in on mountain bike rider wear, providing everything from helmets down to socks, and running the spectrum from trail riding to freeriding. Their lineup is nothing short…
on Jul 28, 2017
Since going bro, I've sworn off XC/road-style jerseys and moved exclusively to technical T-shirts and almost exclusively to a fanny pack. This bro-combo requires careful consideration for what I bring along…
on Jul 28, 2017
"I'm The Dude, so that's what you call me. You know? That or uh... His Dudeness, or uh... Duder, or uh... El Duderino if you're not into the whole brevity thing." -The Big…
on Jul 11, 2017
In terms of mountain bike gear and clothing, Sweet Protection is young with their first line released circa 2013. The Sweet story, however, dates back nearly 20 years with handmade skate…
on Jul 11, 2017
