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Gear
on Oct 26, 2020

Finding the Right Fit: 8 MTB Knee Pads, Tested

by Anne-Marije Rook
8 pairs of mountain bike knee pads, tested and compared, plus tips for buying knee pads that fit.
Gear
on Aug 31, 2018

XC Bike Buyers Guide: How to Choose the Best Cross-Country MTB

by Matt Miller
Here's what to consider when shopping for a new XC mountain bike.
Gear
on Jul 9, 2018

The Essential Enduro Mountain Bike Buyer's Guide

by Matt Miller
What to look for when buying a new enduro bike, from geometry to suspension to components.
Gear
on Jun 15, 2018

The Ultimate Trail Bike Buyer's Guide

by Michael Welch
This trail bike buyer's guide helps mountain bikers understand frame geometry, suspension travel, tire sizes, and more. Read this before...
Videos
on May 17, 2018

Watch: How to Choose the Best Mountain Bike Light

by Jeff Barber
Tips for choosing the best mountain bike light for night riding.
Videos
on Apr 12, 2018

Watch: Mountain Bike Glove Buyers Guide

by Jeff Barber
Finding the right glove for mountain biking is important because it can have a serious impact on comfort. Here are...
Videos
on Mar 8, 2018

Watch: How to Choose the Right Mountain Bike Saddle

by Jeff Barber
Learn the basics about mountain bike saddles from construction to shapes and sizes. Includes specific MTB saddle recommendations based on...
Gear
on Jan 3, 2018

Why Are My Hands So Sore? A Bike Grips Buyer's Guide

by Jeff Barber
Mountain bike grips are designed to prevent hand slip, provide comfort, and protect handlebars. This buyers guide explains the things...
Gear
on Dec 21, 2017

10 Upgrades for Less Than $100 That Will Radically Improve Your Mountain Bike's Performance

by Greg Heil
What upgrades can improve your mountain bike's performance? Consider new tires, a saddle, and more mtb products each under $100....
Gear
on Dec 18, 2017

10 Mountain Bike Wheelsets for Almost Any Budget

by Aaron Chamberlain
In this mountain bike buyer's guide, you'll find 10 excellent wheelset upgrades for just about any budget out there!
Gear
on Dec 13, 2017

How To Prevent Biking Blisters: A Mountain Bike Glove Buyer's Guide

by Jeff Barber
The best mountain bike gloves offer excellent grip, abrasion protection, insulation, and padding. Minimizing blisters is all about getting the...
Gear
on Nov 13, 2017

Readers' Choice: The 10 Best Fat Bikes

by Greg Heil
These are the 10 best fat bikes according to a survey of Singletracks readers. Top fat bikes include the Trek...
Beginners
on Oct 9, 2017

How To Start Mountain Biking: A Complete Guide to the Bike Gear You Need

by Greg Heil
If you want to get started mountain biking, this article will give you an outline of absolutely all the gear...
Gear
on Jun 13, 2017

How to Choose the Best Mountain Bike Helmet

by Chris Daniels
Back in the day strapping a piece of foam to your head looked as bad as it sounds. While the picnic......
Gear
on Jun 6, 2017

Buyer's Guide: Budget Full Suspension Mountain Bikes

by Greg Heil
Full Suspension Mountain Bikes from Under $1,000
Gear
on May 29, 2017

Buyer's Guide: Budget Hardtail Mountain Bikes

by Greg Heil
This hardtail mountain bike buyer's guide is designed to help you get the best value for your money and includes...
Gear
on Mar 6, 2017

Buyer's Guide: Budget Fat Bikes Under $1500

by Greg Heil
Whether you're new to mountain biking and have decided that a fat bike is the best one-quiver bike you can......
Gear
on Feb 7, 2017

How to Choose the Best Mountain Bike Shoes

by Singletracks Staff
Recommendations for the best mountain bike shoes for clipless and flat pedals, winter riding, plus mens and womens shoes.
Gear
on Jan 19, 2017

44 Fat Bike Tires: A Comprehensive Guide

by Jeff Barber
The fat bike market has grown up a lot over the last few years, and these days fat bike owners have......
Gear
on Nov 22, 2016

Stocking Stuffers for Any Mountain Biker: All 10 Gifts for Under $100

by Chris Daniels
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Well, second only to fall season mountain biking, but hey, it's still......
Gear
on Nov 1, 2016

How to Choose a Hydration Pack for Mountain Biking

by Helena Kotala
When choosing a hydration pack you need to consider many different factors. For instance, how much water you want to......
Beginners
on Jul 12, 2016

How to Choose the Best Mountain Bike Pedals

by Singletracks Staff
On the surface, pedals on a mountain bike might not seem very important. They are small and seemingly insignificant. But......
Beginners
on Jun 21, 2016

How To Choose Your First Mountain Bike

by Corey Maddocks
Soon after getting bitten by the mountain biking bug, you will be ready to purchase your first "real" mountain bike.......
Gear
on Mar 14, 2016

How to Choose the Best Dropper Post: A Buyer's Guide

by Aaron Chamberlain
A dropper post can dramatically upgrade your mountain biking experience. Here's what to look for when buying a dropper post....
Gear
on Feb 16, 2016

How to Choose the Best MTB Handlebars: A Buyer's Guide

by Jeff Barber
Learn about mountain bike handlebar materials, shapes, and geometry: width, diameter, rise, upsweep, and backsweep.
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