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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 Oct 22, 2020
Pearl Izumi Summit Knee Guards: Trail Ready Protection, XC-Like Feel [Review]
by Matt Miller
The Pearl Izumi Summit knee guard offers lightweight, flexible, and breathable protection for mountain biking.
Mountain Bike Podcast
on Oct 12, 2020
How MTB Protection Works, with Dr. Chris Leatt [Podcast]
by Jeff Barber
Dr. Leatt, founder of the eponymous protective gear brand, explains how injuries work, and how the right equipment can reduce...
News
on Oct 2, 2020
G-Form E-Line Pads add Hard Shell over Signature SmartFlex Design
by Matt Miller
G-Form, known for its low-profile, fit-like-a-glove knee and elbow pads, has a new and tougher option for mountain bikers called...
Gear
on Sep 12, 2020
Railing Berms in the Giant Rail SX MIPS Half Shell Bike Helmet [Review]
by Brian Gerow
Another good lookin' trail helmet with MIPS protection and a goggle strap holster.
Forum
on Aug 24, 2020
Tire inserts!
started by nathancjones11
Last reply on Aug 24, 2020
Hey! About to buy some inserts and want someone else's opinion. I've never blown a front tires but countless rear...
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Gear
on Jun 22, 2020
AVS Racing Hand Guards can Save you From Spills, Snags, Busted Fingers, and Broken Levers
by Brian Gerow
Reduce snagged glove and broken finger incidents with a set of AVS mountain bike hand guards.
News
on Jun 1, 2020
New Bontrager Jet WaveCel Brings Helmet Safety Tech to Kids
by Brian Gerow
Bontrager has a new WaveCel bike helmet for kid-size craniums.
Forum
on Feb 18, 2020
Bike Protection Survey (school Project)
started by Jackridesbikes_
Last reply on Feb 18, 2020
Hello everyone, As a part of a school project, I need as many people as possible to complete this survey,...
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Gear
on Feb 10, 2020
Grippiest MTB Tires of the Year: Continental Der Baron and Der Kaiser Combo [Review]
by Brian Gerow
The Continental Der Baron and Der Kaiser mountain bike tire combo is a tough one to beat.
Gear
on Jan 6, 2020
Leatt's Chest Protector 3.5 Keeps Your Core Safer [Review]
by Brian Gerow
The Leatt 3.5 Chest Protector offers mountain bikers more coverage than its name implies.
Forum
on Dec 12, 2019
Stanchion/ Frame/ Component Protection
started by Jackridesbikes_
Last reply on Dec 12, 2019
Hello again everyone! As a continuation of my school project, I have to collect some statistics/ market research for the...
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Culture
on Oct 22, 2019
Need a Reason to Wear Pads When Mountain Biking? Here are 9
by Brian Gerow
We asked readers if they have ever had a ride, or maybe a knee, saved by wearing pads, and they...
Forum
on Oct 16, 2019
What Riders Want From Their Gloves
started by Jackridesbikes_
Last reply on Oct 16, 2019
Hello Everyone, I am doing a school project in which I have to come up with a problem, research the...
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Forum
on Sep 24, 2019
What riders want for pads and protection
started by thehenmtb
Last reply on Sep 24, 2019
Hi everyone, I have a cool project going on right now for school and need the MTB community to help...
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Forum
on Aug 6, 2019
Have kneepads or other protection ever saved your ride, or your skin?
started by Brian Gerow
Last reply on Aug 6, 2019
We would love to share our readers' stories about how knee/elbow padding, and otherwise body protection has proven effective for...
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Gear
on Jul 31, 2019
Pepi's Tire Noodle Inserts Save Rubber and Rims, Boost Sidewall Stiffness
by Brian Gerow
Pepi's Tire Noodle inserts go beyond tire and rim protection to boost the overall stiffness of your mountain bike tire...
Gear
on Jul 14, 2019
Survey: Which Body Part do You Tend to Injure When Mountain Biking?
by Jeff Barber
Mountain biking can be a rough sport. Tell us about your go-to injury spots, and the types of injuries you've...
Gear
on Jul 7, 2019
SHRED. Flexi Back Protector Covers Your Spine and Has Space for Gear
by Brian Gerow
All certified back protectors will help prevent spinal injuries, but Shred's Flexi Back Protector adds ample space to carry gear...
Gear
on Jul 1, 2019
7 Rotational Impact and Concussion Prevention Technologies for MTB Helmets [Round Up]
by Matt Miller
Enhanced helmet protection has grown dramatically and many brands are taking their own unique approach to reducing rotational impact.
Forum
on Jun 17, 2019
Leatt Airflex Pro Knee Guards VS 7idp Sam Hill Knee Guards?
started by Heathy T Taylor
Last reply on Jun 17, 2019
Hi Guys, I'm wondering if anyone has experience with these knee guards? I'm trying to decide on one of these...
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Gear
on May 29, 2019
SHRED. Brain Box Noshock Full Face Mountain Bike Helmet [Review]
by Brian Gerow
The Brain Box full face mountain bike helmet from SHRED. will make you stand out from the crowd.
News
on May 15, 2019
News Mix: EWS Madeira, Women's Speed & Style @ Crankworx, Two New Bikes, and a Pink Pressure Washer
by Brian Gerow
New Liv and Zerode bikes, women's Speed & Style competition, full-face helmet and padded shorts from Endura, and a Muc-Off...
Forum
on Apr 24, 2019
Designing comfortable protection
started by Sydney E
Last reply on Apr 24, 2019
Hi guys! I'm going to school for Product Design and this semester's project is focusing on advancing the comfort of...
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Culture
on Apr 22, 2019
When Mountain Biking Leads To A Meat Allergy: A Cautionary Tale
by Richard Shoop
Riders know the obvious dangers of mountain biking, but the woods harbor insects that carry all kinds of diseases. One...
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