Learn about bike setup, component choices, and suspension settings to make your uphill climbs more efficient.
All photos courtesy Scott Sports After testing the new Scott Spark last year in both the plus and 29er versions, I've been waiting eagerly for Scott to bring…
In many ways, downhill can be viewed as the pinnacle of the sport of mountain biking. Above and beyond the extreme difficulty of this discipline, the equipment required is the burliest…
6:00 AM The room is dark, the blankets are warm, and beyond the noise of the fan there is utter silence. Lost somewhere deep in a dream, I am in my…
Rider: Zach. Photo: Greg Heil Mongoose's self-proclaimed purpose in life is to help get more people into riding bikes and then once they're hooked, helping them…
2018 Mongoose Teocalli Pro. Photo: Greg Heil Mongoose has just lifted the curtain on the drastically revamped Teocalli for model year 2018, and I traveled to…
Do you need a way to transport you bike but don't feel like shelling out hundreds of dollars for a hitch rack? Well, look no further because I've got a solution…
Photo: tyonkers As I rip around the berm, leaning in to my left, I see it, the epitome of my deepest fears. Did it see me? …
It was in the triple digits. Apparently too much sexy. Last week, the temperature in Phoenix hit 108 degrees Fahrenheit. Yikes... summer has arrived. Fortunately, some of us…
Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for Singletracks.com, any opinions expressed in this column are his alone…
The Selle Italia SLR TM Flow offers an excellent price point for mountain bikers looking for a smartly-designed and expertly-executed saddle.
photo: Mark Larson. In billing itself as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," Minnesota is actually selling itself short. It turns out this very watery north country…
Yesterday, Aaron Gwin won the Leogang, Austria, round of the World Cup series for the third straight year! That brings his career total to 17 wins, tying Steve Peat for second…
As cool as your local trails might be, a road trip will get you this! Lower Loop Trail, Crested Butte, CO. Photo: Pearl Izumi. Summer is…
Starting with bikes, we'll talk about how buying a tool can save you money, bike warranties and insurance, and how to shop for new or used bikes.
It's been a quick turnaround for the World Cup teams. After racing in Fort William, Scotland, last weekend, the series moves to Leogang, Austria, for Round #3 this weekend. Leogang has been…
A review of the Topeak Joeblow Booster bicycle tire pump.
Riding in Moab this spring (photo: Greg Heil) Fly Racing makes an impressive array of products including helmets, pads, gloves, and apparel. In a crowded field,…
Check out this launch video describing the all new, more affordable SRAM GX Eagle™ 12-speed drivetrain. Starting at $495 for the group (not including bottom bracket or required XD driver.) The least…
Photo: Sacred Rides Facebook In June of 2016 I chatted with Mike Brcic from Sacred Rides about their upcoming guide sharing product offering, which has now been released to…
Watch Colton put this cheap bike repair stand to the test.
Getting distracted by the scenery on a narrow mountain trail could lead to severe consequences The peace and beauty of a backcountry ride is a mountain…
This is the story about a ride in Moab that you probably haven’t heard of.
Photo: Chris Amato/Hound Creative Sixes Pit, a bike shop located about 40 miles north of Atlanta, GA, sent over these photos from their latest "Project6" custom…
With high-profile trails like Copper Harbor and South Marquette gaining a reputation nationally, Michigan is steadily
The Start - Watch the Man in Black! Photo: Chris Callahan Editor’s Note: Chris Callahan started riding mountain bikes during Reagan's first term. While Chris is a contributor…
I made a mistake 28 years ago. I told my girlfriend, Diane, who would soon be my wife, that my obsession with mountain biking would not withstand attempts at intervention. It…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I discuss the ways we use our smartphones to make mountain biking easier.
The notorious Pilot Rock descent (photo: Derek Diluzio) Racing plays a major role in my life. I can't tell you the exact number of races I've…
Can you boil water in a plastic-sided pot?!
Riding along the happy trails with Primal's newest offerings Primal continues its rebranding push with its new line of gear, HT.A, short for Happy Trails Apparel,…
The fourth generation Santa Cruz Nomad We've recently seen some spy shots of what was purportedly the new Nomad on social media, and Santa Cruz just…
photo: Bob Allen (BobAllenImages.com) Montana has a bit of an identity crisis. Most people know it by its unofficial nickname, "Big Sky Country." However, its official…
Are you a victim of shaky action camera footage? Ya, me too. I can't even begin to count the hours of footage I have recorded that has been ruined because it…
You know your ride has gone sideways when... Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in…
The new Catlike Leaf 2C helmet provides great protection in a comfortable, affordable, and stylish package. I've been testing the latest version for a few weeks now, and here's what I've found.…
Photo courtesy Ibis Cycles Ibis has just announced the 4th generation of their venerable Mojo HD enduro bike. This full-carbon enduro destroyer continues to feature 153mm of…
We'll share our picks for the best bike parks, backcountry rides, and urban trail systems that are begging to be explored by bike.
Professional gnar shredder Kyle Warner of Marin Bikes. Photo © Paige Nicole Photography. Between 20 to 25% of mountain bikers suffer from chronic exertional compartment syndrome…
This hardtail mountain bike buyer's guide is designed to help you get the best value for your money and includes our choices for the best hardtail mountain bikes under $500, $1000, $2000 budgets.
Trek's New Session 9.9 29er. All photos courtesy of Trek Trek has just announced their new Session 9.9 DH bike, and while the new frame will…
I heard the collective gasp of the crowd before I saw it. Rose Grant, the favorite to win, slid sideways across the pavement. Her bike struck the curb and then stopped,…
I've had a front-row seat to an interesting product trend over the past couple of years: mountain bike shoes that are marketed for "enduro" mountain biking that simply don't endure. Rather,…
As temperatures start to rise, many mountain bikers--myself included--are dealing with a sore point: muscle cramps. While muscle cramps are fairly common and mostly benign, they can be painful and annoying to…
Full Speed Ahead, better known as FSA, has been extremely successful making carbon components such as cranks, bars, stems, and carbon road wheels, and they have used their knowledge to produce a…
Central Arizona lives and breathes the Wild West. Sandwiched between three other National Forests beats a sandy jewel, nourished with vessels of trail coursing through the saguaro-laden Sonoran desert. Dirt…
Photo: Marcel Slootheer Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for Singletracks.com, any opinions…
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