The new elastomer fork from Cane Creek is adaptable to almost any style of mountain biking, and utilizes Thudbuster technology.
As mountain bikers, our crashes are an important part of who we are because of the grit and discipline they force us to learn.
GoPro has just released an entry-level Hero model for $199, with HD video and a touchscreen.
Choosing a mountain bike can be a difficult, which is why everyone needs a process. This step-by-step guide explains how to get organized for the big decision.
43 plots of land totaling 51,000 acres in the former Bears Ears National Monument have been sold for oil drilling. Enjoy Bear Ears now with a guided trip from Western Spirit Cycling.
Reynolds new TR line of carbon mountain bike wheels is their most affordable line yet, priced at $1,299.
The multitude of mountain bike choices on the market today is actually making us less happy, not happier. But we can choose to avoid the trap of being a mountain bike maximizer.
In between mountain bike sizes? This guide will help you decide whether to size your frame up or down.
A mountain biker inadvertently started a forest fire in Austria when his brake rotor ignited a tuft of dried grass.
Brennon Peterson is a 16-year-old racer who shares his experience racing the True Grit Epic, a 50-mile mountain bike race held in St. George, UT each year.
The weather report looks great for the 4th Annual Singletracks Brutal Weekend at Mulberry Gap near Ellijay, GA.
Rocky Mountain has updated their Thunderbolt mountain bike, increasing the suspension travel and adding modern frame features for 2018.
Ibis has crossed their Ripley 29er with the Mojo HD4 enduro bike to produce the Ripmo, a long-travel 29er enduro mountain bike that has already scored an EWS podium spot.
The mountain bike trails surrounding Dawson City in the Yukon Territory offer amazing scenery and high quality singletrack.
We highlight the best mountain bike trails and destinations in the Central USA, from Copper Harbor, MI to Houston, TX. Sponsored by keweenawadventure.com.
Commencal is relocating their US office from Carlsbad, California to Golden, Colorado, due in large part to the vibrant mountain biking community in Golden.
The Monster Bike Sale in Taupo, New Zealand brings 5 bike shops together offering 33 different brands, a used bike sale, and more, all next to some fantastic singletrack mountain biking.
Plan ahead to avoid problems with broken bikes, bad weather, or injuries ruining a mountain bike vacation.
Network marketing businesses can have a negative connotation, and while it's unlikely that any mountain bike brand would set out to create a network marketing business on purpose, Ellsworth's new brand ambassador program appears to move toward this business model.
The iSSi Flash III SPD bike pedal utilizes three sealed bearings and is offered in a wide variety of colors. Buyers can choose from various spindle lengths, and pedal tension is adjustable.
Finish Line is marketing a Kevlar-based, tubeless mountain bike tire sealant they claim will never, ever dry out.
Training tips for your first endurance mountain bike race.
A bike shop has opened inside a Colorado craft brewery, and customers get a free beer with their purchase of shop services.
RockShox has just released a new DebonAir air spring that is now available across much of their product line, including in the new Lyrik RC2 mountain bike fork and Super Deluxe RCT shock.
The Santa Cruz Blur full suspension cross-country mountain bike is back with modern geometry and updated features. Santa Cruz has also revamped their Highball 29er hardtail for 2018.
Sea Otter Europe brought in 30,000 visitors in 2017, and for 2018 over 300 brands will be in attendance. The festival will offer 400 bikes for demo rides and over 20 races and events.
The Nantahala National Forest features excellent mountain bike trails in Western North Carolina.
Rocky Mountain has released completely revamped the Vertex XC hardtail race bike, with an all-new carbon frame, trail-friendly geometry, new features, and updated build kits.
Singletracks recommends Enduro mountain bike for less than $4,000, the Singletracks editors recommend the Canyon Strive CF 7.0, Commencal Meta AM V4.2 Race, Giant Reign SX, Ibis Mojo HD4 NX Build, Pivot Mach 6 AL, Santa Cruz Nomad R, Specialized Enduro Comp 29/6Fattie, Transition Patrol GX Build, and the YT Capra 29 CF.
Wildlife encounters are a part of mountain biking. We talk about our own run-ins with animals on the trail, and offer tips for interacting with wildlife.
The folks in Marquette, MI are building old school singletrack mountain bike trails the hard way.
Everyone is busy, but Ray found a way to triple his mountain bike mileage. Learn how to find more time for mountain biking.
Fat bike races after dark are historically niche events. Though cold and often uncomfortable, these bike races are memorable thanks to the low-key environment, difficult conditions, and of course, the post-race party.
E-bikes have been banned by default from singletrack mountain bike trails in Washington State in a new bill passed by the state legislature.
The Light & Motion Imjin 800 is compact and bright, with a claimed battery life of 2 hours on high. However, the battery life indicator is not visible when mounted to a bike helmet.
The Sweet Protection Delirious Rain Jacket incorporates Gore-Tex fabrics and mountain bike-specific features, but lacks a hood.
The excitement that our dogs have for going outside every single day can teach us a valuable lesson about what's worthwhile in our life on this planet.
Like your bikes a little different? Do you still have 3/4 length ripped jeans from your teens at the back of the closet? Well meet Sick Bicycles, an emerging bike brand from the UK building bikes at the extreme fringes of the spectrum.
After riding the same trails over and over again, the cliche "familiarity breeds contempt" rings oh-so-true. But if you take a step back, you'll realize that your home trails are actually somebody else's epic destination.
Niner Bikes has officially been purchased by the parent company of Huffy Bikes.
The 10 most affordable mountain bike towns in the United States include cities in the southeast and Rocky Mountains. This analysis considers housing prices, cost of living, and accessibility to great singletrack bike trails.
We talk about ways to keep mountain bikers engaged and active. If you have a friend who is losing the fire, or you find yourself starting to ride less, this is the episode for you.
The Lezyne Micro Floor Drive trail mini pump for mountain biking is shockingly light, not too expensive, and compact, yet it offers unique features like a 24" hose that make airing up tires on the trail an absolute breeze.
The Fatback Corvus is fast and competent on everything from rocky, dry trails to groomed snow conditions. Designed to dominate the Iditarod Trail Invitational, this is a great fat bike for even a recreational rider.
Choosing the perfect type of mountain bike can seem very complicated. Asking yourself these 5 questions can help make your bike buying decision significantly easier.
Intense has just released their new Sniper mountain bike in both XC and Trail configurations. The Trail model is slightly slacker than the XC model and features 20mm more suspension travel--120mm vs 100mm. The XC version, on the other hand, is available in more build kits, soaring up to $8,499 MSRP.
Terrene's McFly plus tire is available for both 27.5+ and 29+ wheels and in two different casing weights. It's burly enough for technical descending, yet fast-rolling enough for long days in the saddle.
The nuts-and-bolts of mountain bike advocacy is surprisingly mundane, and boils down to attending a lot of meetings. But meeting-goers are absolutely vital to getting legal mountain bike trails built.
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