Mountain bikers overwhelmingly prefer single chainring drivetrains. New 12-speed cassettes are quickly gaining traction, while 11-speed cassettes are still the most popular.
In this episode of our podcast, Aaron, Greg, and Jeff set the scene at Interbike 2017, talk about the most interesting products on display, and recap news and reviews from the show.
GoPro has just released two new cameras: the Hero6 Black and the Fusion, which shoots spherical video.
The Arofly is a $249 bicycle power meter that weighs 10g and is easy to install on any tire valve.
Onyx Racing Products is updating their iconic hubs to be lighter, more durable.
The BodyFloat Kinekt is a tunable, vibration damping bike seatpost.
Innova Integrated Tubeless Tech adds a liner to tubeless tires in an attempt to deliver the best features of both tube and tubeless bike tires.
The KHS Team 29 Carbon mountain bike is lightweight and whip fast, yet it's not overly harsh on rocky trails.
Smith's MAG system uses magnets to attach the arms to the lens on their latest sunglasses. The company also introduced a new bike helmet called the Session.
Kuat and Yakima have released nearly identical hitch mounts that allow a bike rack to swing out of the way of the rear of a vehicle.
Industry Nine is now offering their BackCountry 360 wheels in carbon.
The Orange Seal Removable Valve Core (RVC) kit can be customized to fit almost any tubeless bike rim.
Funkier is working on a pair of bib shorts with four pockets you can wear with or without a jersey.
Diamondback has added carbon models to the Release line of mountain bikes, starting at $3,000.
Yakima and Rocky Mounts are both offering single-bike, tray-style hitch-mounted racks for transporting bikes.
The KHS SixFifty 6600+ is a carbon full suspension enduro 27.5+ bike... and it only costs $4,000!
Patrol is launching a new 140mm 29er full suspension trail bike: the 591.
Thule's EasyFold XT ebike rack claims a 66-pound bike weight limit and includes a ramp to roll the bikes onto the rack.
Henty's Enduro Backpack is constructed from Cordura, so it should be able to withstand years of regular use (photo: Aaron Chamberlain) This year's Outdoor Demo at Interbike…
The Fumpa is a portable electric pump for inflating bicycle tires.
Osprey's new TrailKit, SnowKit, and BigKit gear hauling bags are superbly engineered and feature-rich.
Pearl Izumi's first-ever flat pedal bike shoe, the X-Alp Launch, is light enough for all-day rides.
The new long-travel 29er fork from X Fusion--the Trace--offers 140mm to 170mm of travel.
Taking a break from the 2017 EWS season, Sam Hill joined Nukeproof to race and compete at the Megavalanche, a race he has always wanted to do. It was also part…
Pardus Cyclone The Pardus Cyclone is currently a prototype, but prototype or not this full suspension carbon bike was a real head-turner at Outdoor Demo. That's…
Tubolito's new TPU mountain bike tubes could be the biggest thing to happen to mountain bike tubes since tubeless tires. Unlike traditional bike tire tubes which are made from butyl rubber,…
Tantrum's new, patented Missing Link suspension design promises revolutionary climbing efficiency, without sacrificing descending prowess.
The Half Bottle adapter from Wolf Tooth adds a second mount for a tool to an existing water bottle mount.
Photo from Interbike 2016. Courtesy of Interbike. Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief…
The B-17, a new 120mm-travel plus bike from Marin (photo: Aaron Chamberlain) Last year we saw Marin launch the Hawk Hill, a (relatively) affordable full suspension…
The Marin Hawk Hill Jr is a lot nicer than my first mountain bike (photo: Aaron Chamberlain) Marin introduced the Hawk Hill last year, and the…
We talk with Ross Martin, a PhD candidate at Texas State University, about his research into the environmental impact of mountain biking.
Founded in 2014, Nonstop on Wheels (NOW) is a fairly new brand in the mountain bike industry, but they're quickly making a name for themselves by claiming at Interbike to have…
Unless you only ride park, baggy shorts can start to feel pretty warm during 90-degree mid-summer rides. While you could easily strip down to the bare essentials and rock XC bibs,…
The XA Pro Under Bib Shorts from Mavic offer excellent ventilation and a thick, comfortable chamois. The chamois is very absorbant, so much so that it left me feeling dry.
In the alpine high above Whistler (photo: Aaron Chamberlain) I'm crouched off the side of the Flank trail in Whistler, carefully moving individual sticks and leaves…
These are five must ride bike trails in the Columbus, OH area. When visiting Columbus, be sure to check out Alum Creek Phase II, Chestnut Ridge Metro Park, and Mohican State Park.
The Gunnison National Forest in Colorado is home to some of the best mountain bike trails in the world, including Trail 401, Doctor Park, and Mt. Crested Butte.
On September 14th, Tim Watkins, a popular, longstanding member of the southern Colorado mountain bike community, set out to ride one of his hometown trails near the small town of Monument, just…
Discover five of the best mountain bike trails in the state of New Hampshire.
By now, most parents are hip to the concept of starting young kids on balance bikes -- basically tiny bikes without pedals -- to get them comfortable riding two-wheel bikes. But…
Mondraker Dune Carbon RR. Photo: Thomas Woodson | Thomaswoodson.com Spanish mountain bike brand Mondraker is partnering with QARV Imports to bring its line of DH, enduro, Trail,…
Learn how to identify trail traps and find out what to do if you encounter one on your next mountain bike ride.
Ultra-endurance mountain bike racer and record holder Eddie O'Dea talks about what it takes to be a bikepacking champion. (Hint: it involves staying awake for long periods of time.)
Mountain bike trails in Texas and Florida suffered extreme damage from flooding and fallen trees associated with Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Learn how you can help rebuild popular bike trails.
Five must-ride bike trails in Maine, including the Carrabassett Valley trail system, Mt. Agamenticus, Camden Snow Bowl, and Bradbury Mountain State Park.
Box Components got their start in BMX but over the past few years, they've been making waves in mountain biking. You've probably seen Box's drivetrain reviewed on Singletracks. They also offer…
John profiles the incredible riding at Ponderosa State Park, Twentymile Creek, Bear Basin, Loon Lake, and Jug Mountain Ranch in McCall, Idaho.
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