Did you know it's possible to ferment hops and barley into a beverage called "beer?" Well, I certainly didn't. And I don't think this so-called "beer" will catch on with mountain bikers.…
While many places in the nation are constantly building new singletrack, it's not every day that a new trail system is born. I was already in Moab exploring other brand-new singletrack trails…
I had never taken the opportunity to ride the Klondike Bluffs area in Moab before, but with the recent addition of the new Miner's Loop, I decided to check it out. Klondike…
There are mountain bikes. There are nice mountain bikes. And then there are mountain bikes so nice you just have to paint the words "damn it" on them. The new Jet 9…
The madmen and -women at Niner have impressed us thoroughly with their bikes time and again. This author has been lusting after their products for far too long. But equally impressive to…
When my wife and I relocated to Salida, Colorado in September, it wasn't lost on me that Moab, Utah was located a mere 5-hour drive away. It also wasn't lost on my…
I recently agonized over a new bike purchase, and chose the Santa Cruz Bronson with an X01 build. I dig the build kit, but I wanted better hoops. At Interbike, there were…
A new iPhone app named ActivBeacon is designed to automatically send for help if you crash. Check out this video for a quick introduction to this interesting concept: (Watch the video here.) While this…
Choosing the perfect pair of sunglasses can be a daunting task. Even if you're considering just one brand, the possibilities seem endless! Do I want maximum coverage, or light weight? What style…
Have you ever been frustrated that 1x11 drivetrains cost a small fortune? Well you aren’t alone. At over $1,000 for a groupo, an 11-speed drivetrain upgrade is a big hit to the…
The Niner brand has developed a cult-like following amongst their customers that has made many mountain bikers wary of uttering the simple phrase "I don't like 29ers" for the potential violent lash…
Winter is over. Spring has broken like a downhiller's spokes, and with spring comes that special feeling that blooms in the chamois area of the single rider. Unless you live in the…
The folks over at Bici Adventure have crafted an intriguing infographic about the world's hardest mountain bike challenges. I can think of a few off the top of my head that aren't on…
POC's colorful Trabec helmet has slowly been making its way onto the trails in Grand Junction. I've had the opportunity to be one of those biking around with this uniquely-designed helmet. Even…
Exactly what makes a mountain bike trail beautiful is largely a matter of opinion. For some people, it's great high-alpine views. For others, it's the barren desert. For some, it's massive forests…
I've been around bikes for the better part of 40 years, riding, repairing, fixing, designing, modifying, fixing, cleaning, fixing, and crashing. Oh wait.. did I mention fixing? You get the picture. Bikes…
Be sure to check out Part 1 of this feature. There are a whole host of reasons to take a mountain biking clinic. Heck, Greg Heil's previous article, "why everyone should take mountain…
Learning mountain bike skills at the Beti AllRide Clinic.
One thing I love about forward-thinking companies is their ability to keep innovating and refining a product. Leatt is one such company. With a string of excellent category-appropriate braces, Leatt has produced…
Tom van Steenbergen lays down fresh lines on the newly opened Whistler Mountain Bike Park trails. The video features Steenbergen's signature laid-out whips, manuals and massive flips (including the first-ever front flip…
NiteRider has been designing action sports lights for 25 years, and that experience shows in every one of its products. The company's Performance Light series features a wide range of lights, from…
Road Bike Party has inspired thousands of people, including Italian trials superstar Vittorio Brumotti. Brumotti, a former bike trial World Champion and a 10-times Guinness World Record Holder, met with Martyn Ashton…
Photo: Mountain Top Cycling New Mexico mountain biking is getting more exciting with the introduction of this year's first Enduro Cup. This series of races is being sponsored…
Spring has sprung early around the Kootenays in BC and everyone is eager to shred, especially the Kurt Sorge, aka,Sorglehoff! After breaking his tibial plateau in 2 places last August he has…
All of the trails on this list are more than worthy of your time.
Endurance mountain bike races are becoming increasingly popular. Why suffer for only 20-30 miles when you can prolong that for 12 to 24 hours? That was my exact thought after completing my…
IT HAS ARRIVED! Road riders have, for the last five years, reaped the benefits of perfectly-timed shifts, and now mountain bikers bikers can finally benefit from electronic shifting too. I was so at…
A couple months ago, I wrote a rave review of the Pearl Izumi X-Alp Enduro III Shoe, but lamented the fact that Pearl Izumi was replacing the X-Alp Enduro III with the…
The Bell Volt is a high-octane race-oriented mountain bike helmet designed with light weight, ventilation, and comfort in mind. This top-shelf lid tips the scales at a scant 314 grams. It almost…
I've said it before and I'll say it again: I was a fortunate beginning mountain biker. I had a great teacher: he was patient and willing to explain everything to me. Everything.…
Danny MacAskill journeys to the abandoned city of Epecuen, which was destroyed by flood waters in 1985 that have now receded. Where others see only desolation, Danny sees a playground. Watch…
Shimano's SH-XC90 shoe is their top-of-the-line cross country racing shoe. But even if you don't race at all, you can still love these shoes to death! Read on about my raceless experiences…
I'll be honest: most of the stuff we review on Singletracks is a variation or improvement on an existing product: apparel, tires, components.... even whole bikes don't really change all that much…
I'm not sure what made me sign up for the Oak Flats Race as part of the New Mexico Off Road Series. In all honesty, I've been eyeing the list of races every…
One of my riding goals for 2014 was to do some races, including at least one with my son. When I spotted the 12 Hours of Mesa Verde, I knew I’d found…
Speaking of mountain biking underground, Aaron Chase, Eric Porter, and Chris Van Dine were getting rad in Mexico recently, and built a blind drop into a sink hole in the ground. Check…
Giro's new Cipher, which was on display at Interbike last year, is a totally new fullface mountain bike helmet design for Giro. Taking a hard look at their last iconic helmet, the Remedy,…
As anyone who follows the official Singletracks Facebook Page knows, every week on Monday we post a "Roll Call" asking you to sound off about where you rode over the weekend. We've…
The visor works well with the vents to maximize function and style. For most, choosing a stylish and affordable mountain bike helmet is usually limited by the number of Benjamins…
Until now, Cane Creek has only made shocks for the longer-travel segment of the mountain bike market. With the announcement of the DB Inline Shock today, that's all changing! “I like to…
Editor’s Note: Greg Heil is a lover of solo backcountry rides, and taking unplanned turns on unmarked trails. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for Singletracks.com, the opinions expressed in this commentary are his…
With a rare Friday off, I decided to drop the munchkin off at daycare and leave the dirty dishes piled up in the sink in order to enjoy some much-needed solitude in…
Recently I got the chance to review some new gear from Dakine, including the shirt seen here: the Women's Xena 3/4 sleeve jersey. Like most sports shirts these days, it's made of…
I loved the performance of the 2009 Manitou Dorado Pro, which provided very precise low and high speed compression controls. I was again reminded of the great control over my front wheel that…
Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting up in Fruita with the amazing Mtbikerchick and Delphinide for a great weekend of camaraderie and sweet singletrack. After hitting the trails, we gathered the…
As I stand here in a bustling tapas bar in the old town of Granada in southern Spain, my mind is working hard to process the adventure that’s just passed. Riding through…
One of the many step ups heading out on the Sovereign Trail. After a successful two days in Price, it was time to turn the van toward home…
The view from the top of the mesa on the Driver Trail, Price Utah. On day seven of the Second Annual Ultimate Spring Break Singletrack Adventure, we had…
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