Most trail bikes today feature wide handlebars paired with short stems, which somewhat limits your mounting options for things like a GPS unit. I personally ran into this problem on…
Photo: Stelios Psaroudakis's GoFundMe page. Recent reports of a mountain biker being clotheslined by a booby trap consisting of barbed wire strung across a popular mountain bike trail…
"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…
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…
Crashes, stitches, disqualifications, and flats -- it was a tough weekend for Aaron Gwin and Neko Mulally of the YT Mob in Lenzerheide, Switzerland.
A mountain biker's neck was sliced open by a string of barbed wire that was tied across a mountain bike trail at West Bragg Creek Provincial Park in Alberta, multiple sources…
If you've been reading about mountain biking for a while, by now you know that excellent mountain bike trails can be found nearly everywhere. Geography and topography be damned, mountain bikers are…
Check out these five excellent mountain bike trails in the Chicago area
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For those who saw our recent list of five must-ride trails in the state of Michigan, a couple of the trails here are going to be familiar. The other thing to note about our…
We talk about the best mountain bike upgrades priced under $100.
If you're looking for a lightweight glove for summer riding, consider one of these.
The Chuckbucket is a handlebar snack bag that's designed to accommodate up to a 1-liter Nalgene water bottle or a 40-ounce Klean Kanteen.
The Gearjammer is Oveja Negra's take on the classic seat bag--a must-have for any and every bikepacker.
Oval chainrings are nothing new in mountain biking, let alone cycling. We've tested numerous oval rings ourselves here at Singletracks over the past few years, but they've typically been from…
All photos courtesy Santa Cruz Santa Cruz has just announced a brand new bike: the Hightower LT with 150mm of rear travel. The new Hightower LT doesn't…
photo: Jason Liske I have had the good fortune of needing to travel across Kansas from time to time. I say "good fortune" because I always…
Recently I reviewed the Feiyu Tech WG, a wearable gimbal that adapts to GoPro and similar action cameras. The WG is a phenomenal product that turns unwatchable shaky GoPro footage into buttery…
WTB Semper Fi Fund Mountain Bike Skills Camp 2017 from WTB on Vimeo. Earlier this spring, WTB teamed up with the Semper Fi Fund to host a mountain bike skills…
Real life takes place behind bars. Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for…
A review of the Adidas Horizor sunglasses.
NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) testing is nothing new. In the automotive world there are volumes of books on NVH testing. It is probably the biggest concern that both bikes and automobiles…
all photos from Specialized.com Cross-country mountain bike racing has undergone a noticeable transformation lately, adding challenging technical features that would've made DH riders tap the brakes just a few…
Outdoor Demo. Photo: Interbike Demo days provide a perfect opportunity to properly try a mountain bike before you buy. Here you can test the fit, feel, and handling of…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I discuss some common mountain bike mistakes we've made or seen others make, and how to avoid those mistakes.
Shimano's mountain bike shoes have long been a personal favorite since I was but a wee 24-year-old making the switch to clipless pedals from flats. Over the intervening 10+ years,…
A review of the Topeak Ninja C bicycle multi-tool.
A review of the Topeak Mini 10 bicycle multi-tool.
No matter what you're riding on, it can be sweet! (photo: Greg Heil) "Variety is the spice of life" goes the old cliché. It is not…
After twisting and turning through the maze of options in the greater Slaughter Pen complex, Back 40, in contrast, promised a lengthy 30-mile loop with minimal navigation required.
I recently reviewed the SL-K Carbon Wheelset from Full Speed Ahead, or FSA, and loved it. FSA was kind enough to send me the matching SL-K cockpit set up (handlebar, stem, and seatpost)…
It's hard to believe it's been 12 years since Giant launched the first Anthem full suspension XC mountain bike. Over the years, the bike has gone through several changes, including adding a carbon fiber…
THE SYNDICATE is back. This time around we follow one of the newest recruits, Loris Vergier, around his home in Cagne-sur-Mer. Loris gives us the lowdown on racing in denim, Ferrari-esque…
The serene view from Table Mountain, the Sutter Buttes in the horizon. Legend has it, they fit perfectly upon the Table Mountain plateau. I estimate that…
We knew going into it that the Upper Buffalo Headwaters Trail System was in the middle of nowhere--close to two hours of driving from our base for the weekend in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Today, Intense Cycles announced an updated version of their Carbine. In addition to gaining 15mm of rear squish -- up to 155mm now -- Intense reworked the geometry substantially. The…
Day 6 would see riders making the final push to complete the 269km adventure to the Mediterranean Sea that began 5 days ago. Switchbacks would bring the riders ever closer…
All images courtesy OneUp Components At Sea Otter a common question among attendees is, "What's the coolest thing you've seen?" This year the answer, more often…
Rider: Greg Heil. Photo: Nathan W. Building the profile of a mountain bike destination is a nebulous art form. Movers and shakers in towns who want to capitalize on mountain bike tourism are…
After coming across a DIY carbon fiber repair kit on Amazon, I decided to try my hand at fixing my frame.
Rider: Eddie O'Dea. Photo: Greg Heil Eddie O'Dea is an accomplished ultra endurance racer from Georgia who has set records in the Trans North Georgia, the…
Photo courtesy SRAM Truvativ, one of the brands under the SRAM umbrella, recently launched a few new cranksets as well as a pair of DH-ready handlebars.…
In this episode I talk with Leah, my Singletracks co-founder (and wife,) about her mountain biking experiences over the last 15 years and some of the challenges women face in our sport.
Photo: Rafal Skiendzielewski Spice Up Your Mountain Biking Life this Summer Sadly, it is a fact of life that not all of us are destined to…
When Maxxis announced offerings of some of their current treads in 2.6", I was like whaaa?! I was excited. Earlier this year, the 2.6" Maxxis Forekaster won me over for its proficient,…
Celebrating happy trails with Primal's Sky Hoodie For years, Primal has stuck to creating the core clothing needs of the cyclist -- the jersey and the…
The Pivot LES 27.5: World Cup Performance from Pivot Cycles on Vimeo. Pivot has just announced a new addition to their LES hardtail line, the LES 27.5. Previously the LES…
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