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Bike Reviews
on Nov 30, 2020
The Diamondback Release 29.1 is a Full Suspension MTB with a Budget Build [Review]
by Jeff Barber
The Diamondback Release 29.1 is one of the newest and most affordable full suspension 29ers in the brand's line.
Bike Reviews
on Oct 20, 2020
The $2,500 Diamondback Release 29.1 Trail Bike is in for Test
by Jeff Barber
The Diamondback Release 29.1 full suspension trail bike is the most affordable build yet. Here's an overview as we being...
Bike Reviews
on Aug 31, 2020
The Canyon Spectral Proved me Wrong in so Many Ways [Final Review]
by Jeff Barber
Testing the Canyon Spectral for a couple of months this summer has forced me to reconsider what I think I...
News
on Aug 26, 2020
The Polygon Siskiu T Series Receives Updates, Remains Affordable
by Brian Gerow
2021 Polygon Siskiu builds are priced between $1,799 and $2,299, and size medium bikes come with either 29" or 27'5"...
Bike Reviews
on Jun 25, 2020
YT Jeffsy Base Mountain Bike Offers Value, for the Right Audience [Review]
by Brian Gerow
At $/€2,299, the Jeffsy Base mountain bike delivers a good value for almost any trail pilot.
Bike Reviews
on Jun 13, 2020
The Affordable and Accessible Canyon Spectral AL 5.0, in for Test
by Jeff Barber
This spring we're testing the Canyon Spectral, an aluminum 27.5 trail bike with 150mm of rear suspension travel.
News
on May 7, 2020
Affordable Shimano Deore Components go 12-Speed, Plus Updates to 10 and 11-Speed Options
by Brian Gerow
Shimano trickles down their 12-speed technology to an even lower price point with the all new Deore mountain bike group...
News
on Apr 2, 2020
The 2020 Canyon Neuron AL Trail Bike Focuses on the Right Spec Across all Sizes
by Matt Miller
Canyon revises the aluminum version of the Neuron trail bike, following the carbon fiber changes last year, making "size-specific" builds...
Bike Reviews
on Apr 1, 2020
Crushing it on the Affordable $50 Gary Fisher Tassajara [Bike Review]
by Matt Miller
Tired of expensive mountain bike reviews? We tried out the affordable $50 Gary Fisher Tassajara.
Bike Reviews
on Mar 2, 2020
All New $398 Schwinn Axum 29er, Tested
by Jeff Barber
The Schwinn Axum is a 29er with 2.6-inch-wide tires and a one-by drivetrain for under $500.
News
on Jan 31, 2020
Under $2,000: Salsa Announces New Rangefinder Hardtail Mountain Bike, Updates Timberjack Builds
by Matt Miller
Salsa released a new affordable hardtail mountain bike, the Rangefinder, and updated the Timberjack. Both get modern trail bike treatments...
Opinion
on Jan 26, 2020
How Much Does a Decent Mountain Bike Cost?
by Jeff Barber
Everyone knows bikes aren't free but beyond that, we rarely agree on how much a good mountain bike should cost....
Bike Reviews
on Dec 16, 2019
In For Test: Merida's Affordable One-Sixty Alloy Enduro Bike
by Brian Gerow
We are checking out Merida's One-Sixty enduro mountain bike, in an affordable aluminum build.
News
on Sep 10, 2019
Ibis Ripmo now in Aluminum for Less Money
by Matt Miller
The popular Ibis Ripmo 29er mountain bike gets a new frame option with a lower price.
News
on Sep 6, 2019
New Polygon Siskiu D is a Modern Trail Bikes That's Affordable and Accessible
by Matt Miller
The Polygon Siskiu D series full suspension trail bikes start at $900 and bring a lot of potential.
Interviews
on Aug 14, 2019
Family-Owned Patrol Mountain Bikes Is Expanding from Indonesia to the Rest of the World
by Greg Heil
Patrol is a small mountain bike brand aiming "to provide the bike that an average Joe could have fun on"...
Opinion
on Aug 4, 2019
How Much $$ Did You Spend on Your First Mountain Bike? [Survey]
by Jeff Barber
Research suggests most riders will spend $500 or less on their first mountain bike. How much did you spend on...
Gear
on Jul 22, 2019
Deciphering Walmart's Viathon M1 Hardtail Mountain Bike [First Ride Review]
by Matt Miller
Matt tries out the new Viathon M1 hardtail mountain bike in Sun Valley, Idaho, and tries to figure out who...
Forum
on Jun 24, 2019
Looking at entry level full suspension
started by Matthew Obloy
Last reply on Jun 24, 2019
im looking at entry level full suspension bikes the two I’ve been eyeballing are the Motobecane Full Suspension Fantom DS SPORT...
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News
on Jun 21, 2019
Orbea Adds Hardcore Party Geometry to Their Affordable Laufey Hardtail
by Brian Gerow
Orbea is known for designing baller bikes, loading up carbon frames with top-shelf dream builds. The recently re-released Occam alloy,...
Singletracks
on May 14, 2019
Affordable Hardcore Hardtails and More from Marin - starting at $849
by Singletracks Staff
Check out these affordable Marin mountain bikes from JensonUSA, with hardtails starting at $849 and full suspension bikes around $2,000....
Bike Reviews
on Apr 17, 2019
The Raleigh Tokul 3 Looks Great, Packs a Nice Spec for Under $1,000
by Jeff Barber
The Raleigh Tokul 3 hardtail mountain bike ticks most of the right boxes on the spec chart and looks great...
Beginners
on Feb 12, 2019
9 Tips for Mountain Biking on a Budget, Some of Which Were Learned the Hard Way
by Ray Southwick
Use these tips and tricks to ride when the stoke level is high but the bike funds are low.
Gear
on Jan 14, 2019
10 Affordable Mountain Bikes Priced Under $1000 That Are Worth a Look
by Brian Gerow
10 affordable mountain bikes, all priced under $1000 and ready for XC or trail riding.
Bike Reviews
on Nov 20, 2018
The Marin San Quentin is an Affordable Hardtail MTB With Modern, Aggressive Geometry
by Jeff Barber
The Marin San Quentin is a hardtail mountain bike with modern, aggressive geometry and an affordable price.
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