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Our team of mountain bike and gear testers have decades of mountain biking experience. We recognize mountain bikes and gear can be expensive and as mountain bikers ourselves, we aim to help you make informed purchase decisions.

Close-up image of a bicycle's rear derailleur and gear cassette, showcasing the intricate mechanics and dirt accumulation. The background features blurred greenery, indicating an outdoor setting, possibly a trail.
Drivetrain
Shimano Deore Di2 brings wireless electronic shifting to older bikes on a budget [Review]
A cyclist wearing a black helmet and sunglasses is about to take a bite of a snack bar while standing outdoors. He is dressed in a blue shirt and has on bright yellow gloves. The background is nature, suggesting he is taking a break during a ride.
Nutrition
Bike snack taste test: These Walking Tamales aren't pedestrian
Four small, colorful plastic pieces in yellow and orange are scattered on a wooden surface. The pieces have angular shapes with circular holes, resembling components that could be used in a game or tool. The rustic texture of the wood contrasts with the bright colors of the plastic.
Tools
New Crankbrothers Plug Mate tubeless tire plug anchors go in easy, resist pulling out
A close-up image of a hand holding a black and gray camera quick release plate, featuring a textured design and the word "FRONT" embossed on one side. The background shows a blurred green outdoor environment.
Pedals
Redshift Mousetrap Pedal Adapters turn clipless pedals into flats for riding around town [Review]
Close-up view of a mountain bike's handlebars, featuring black grips and a bicycle computer, set on a trail covered with fallen leaves. The bike is positioned with a turquoise frame partially visible, indicating an outdoor cycling environment.
Cockpit
Teravail Lytho handlebar, stem, and grips provide a smart new option for bikepacking and MTB too
A cyclist in a red and black plaid shirt rides an electric mountain bike on a rocky trail, surrounded by sparse trees and hills in the background during sunset.
Mountain bikes
Specialized Turbo Levo R first ride review
Close-up image of a cork-covered handle grip with a textured surface, attached to a black object, set against a blurred natural background.
Grips
Are cork grips any good for mountain biking? I put the PDW Lisbon cork grips to the test.
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A mountain biker navigating rocky terrain in a forested area, wearing a helmet, sunglasses, and a plaid shirt, demonstrating skill and focus while riding a black mountain bike with red front suspension.
Trail Bikes
Propain Hugene review: A short-travel trail bike built for speed and value
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Close-up of a bicycle's rear derailleur, featuring a silver and black Shimano XTR component, with a background of a metallic bike cassette and gravel surface.
Brakes
Shimano XTR Di2 long-term review: One year of wireless MTB drivetrain testing
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Close-up image of a bicycle seat post featuring a black and silver adjustment mechanism. The top of the post shows markings for maximum height and measurement indicators, with a visible brand logo on the attachment point. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Dropper Posts
BikeYoke Divine 2.0 dropper post review: Affordable, adjustable, and rebuildable
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A collection of mountain bikes mounted on the back of a pickup truck, showcasing their handlebars and tires. The truck has a black protective cover on the tailgate, and the image captures the bikes in a natural outdoor setting.
Tailgate Pads
The Ozark Trail Universal tailgate cover pad for pickup trucks holds 5 bikes [Review]
A close-up of a black-gloved hand resting on a bicycle handlebar, with the index finger pointing forward. The background features blurred patches of brown leaves and greenery, indicating an outdoor setting.
Gloves
2 winter MTB gloves that actually keep hands warm without getting in the way
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A bright LED light illuminating a rocky surface in a dark environment, with soft shadows and surrounding foliage.
Lights
Gloworm CX Core all-in-one bike light review
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A lineup of five compact electronic devices placed on a flat surface. From left to right, they include a Topeak device, a black and orange Flexi unit, an XSIMAX product with a red knob, a small black device featuring a logo, and a larger Fanttik unit with a hose and buttons. The background shows blurred greenery, indicating an outdoor setting.
Electronics
Electric bike pumps reviewed: Fastest, lightest, and loudest revealed
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Close-up view of a bike's handlebars featuring an ELEMNT ROAM device mounted on the center. The screen displays "WARMING UP." The handlebars are black, with a red "PNW" logo visible on the side, set against a blurred natural background.
GPS
One Wahoo Roam V3 bike GPS feature caught me completely off guard on the trail [Review]
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Close-up image of a hand holding a small mechanical tool with a black and gold design, featuring a knob and nozzle. The tool is likely used for precise applications, possibly in repair or manufacturing. The background is blurred, focusing on the tool's details.
Pumps
Topeak TubiHead review: Smart pump head upgrade makes seating tubeless MTB tires easier
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A mountain bike equipped with black travel bags is parked on a dirt path surrounded by sparse vegetation and distant hills under a clear blue sky. The bike features a green frame and is oriented towards the right, showcasing its components, including a water bottle holder and backpack-style attachments.
Bikepacking Gear
Old Man Mountain bikepacking rack system review
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A close-up view of a black tool organizer laid on a stone surface, featuring various bike chain links and small metallic parts scattered on top. A silver multi-tool and a purple flashlight are also visible within the organizer, showcasing a practical arrangement for outdoor maintenance or repairs.
Accessories
5 smart ways to carry MTB tools and supplies on your bike
Close-up of a mountain bike's pedal and crank, featuring a red pedal resting on a bed of pine needles and grass. The bike frame is silver, and the tire shows signs of off-road use.
Flat Pedals
8 Degree pedals are flats with float, and Singletracks put them to the test [Review]
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Close-up of a bicycle's rear brake system, showcasing the disc brake rotor, caliper, and part of the frame, set against a blurred green background.
Brakes
Shimano DEORE XT M8200 mountain bike brake review
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A person wearing a helmet and sunglasses holds up a lightweight, mesh bike protector against a clear blue sky, showcasing its unique design with honeycomb patterns. In the background, a bicycle and greenery are visible.
Body Protection
Rockintor Protection Vest delivers lightweight armor for mountain biking [Review]
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Close-up view of a worn shoe sole with a hexagonal tread pattern, showing dirt and debris, held up against a blurred natural background.
Flat Pedal Shoes
Shimano GF600 mountain bike shoe review after one year of testing
A close-up view of a green flashlight lens illuminated by a blue light, set against a blurred, dark background. The lens features a circular design with a small blue light in the center, and a metal body is visible behind it.
Lights
Exposure Diablo 15 helmet light review: Lightweight 116g design with a unique tap control
A close-up view of a smartwatch displaying the time as 10:23 AM on November 28, with additional information such as temperature and weather conditions. The wrist holding the watch is partially covered by a blue long-sleeve shirt, and another wrist is shown with a black sleeve featuring a logo. The background shows a blurred outdoor scene.
Watches
Suunto Vertical 2 GPS watch review: Multi-Sport smartwatch with offline maps for mountain biking
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Close-up of a bicycle's rear drivetrain, featuring a cluster of gears and a derailleur. The derailleur is marked with "Deore XT" and is mounted on a light-colored bicycle frame. The background includes greenery, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Drivetrain
Shimano DEORE XT M8200 Di2 wireless drivetrain review
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A mountain bike with a white frame and black components, resting on grass covered in fallen leaves. The bike is slightly muddy, indicating recent use on rugged terrain. The tires display a pronounced tread pattern suitable for off-road riding.
Trail Bikes
Specialized Epic 8 EVO Review: Why this $4,999 XC bike punches above its weight
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A man wearing a black and red bike helmet and sunglasses stands outdoors with a blurred background of colorful autumn foliage and trees. He has short hair and a stubbly beard, and he appears to be looking off to the side. The image captures a moment of contemplation in nature.
Half Shell Helmets
Lazer Impala KinetiCore mountain bike helmet review
A close-up of a person's foot wearing a brown and teal sneaker while resting on a bicycle pedal. The sneaker features a mix of materials, including suede and mesh, with a speckled sole and branding visible on the side. The background shows a blurred natural setting with autumn leaves.
Flat Pedal Shoes
The Lems Trail Thrasher is the Colorado brand's first mountain bike shoe [Review]
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Close-up of a mountain bike tire featuring the tread pattern and branding of the Scorpion XC model. The tire shows signs of dirt, indicating recent use in outdoor conditions. In the background, a blurred natural setting with greenery suggests the tire is designed for trail riding.
Tires
Pirelli Scorpion XC M mountain bike tire review: Surprisingly rugged performance for XC riding
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Close-up image of a bicycle's drivetrain, featuring a pinion gear system, pulleys, and a belt drive, set against a dirt background. The components show intricate details of the gears and chain, illustrating the mechanics of the bike's pedaling system.
Enduro Bikes
The Priority Vanth is a unique belt-driven, gearbox enduro bike [Review]
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Close-up view of a bicycle handlebar with a mounted front light displaying a digital timer. The light emits a faint orange glow against a dark, blurred background.
Lights
The Exposure Toro 16 bike light gets brighter the faster you ride [Review]
A close-up view of a black bicycle pedal, featuring a platform design with a clip mechanism. The pedal shows signs of use with dirt and scratches, and is positioned against a blurred, earthy background.
Clipless Pedals
Are one-sided clipless pedals any good? A Funn Ripper2 pedal review
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A black athletic shoe with a textured surface, featuring a velcro strap and a circular dial closure system, resting on dry grass alongside a small yellow leaf.
Clipless Pedal Shoes
Shimano SH-GE900HS mountain bike shoe review
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