A couple guys from Cycleogical having fun at the bike park in Big Bear, CA. Kudos to Pia at McDonell Media for this sick shot Most…
Fuji really knocked it out of the park with the 2017 Rakan. Most importantly they have changed the frame to handle both 27.5+ and 29er wheelsets which, in my opinion, is…
When you look at the price and get sticker shock, it's easy to overlook the technology, research, and development that goes into a modern mountain bike. …
Photo: Chris Daniels 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…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron and I talk about some of the science behind sports drinks and hydration for mountain biking.
Teton Canyon, Wyoming Editor's Note: When looking to get more serious about mountain biking, Aaron chose to buy a fat bike as his one-quiver bike--and the decision has…
Collegiate DH racing. Photo: Jesse Palmer, via Flickr Creative Commons https://www.flickr.com/photos/jp3d/ As a 17- or 18-year-old in your senior year of high school, you're now faced with one of the toughest decisions…
So, you have a co-worker or even a significant other who you think might enjoy mountain biking. Great! It's always fun to share your passion with another person, but the thing is, taking someone…
Whether you can't afford it, loathe juggling multiple maintenance protocols, don't have the wall space for, or worse, the time to ride multiple bikes, a quiver-killing, do-it-all trail bike is…
Mountain bikers should carry a multi-tool, spare tube, and an inflation device with them at all times. These items are non-negotiable, because mountain bikes break. A lot. The problem with most multi-tools is that when…
A day of skiing actually includes a lot of time just sitting Those who have followed my articles know I originally published under the pseudonym “Skibum.”…
We test two smartphone apps and four dedicated GPS devices to see how accurate they are for recording bike rides.
All the gear carried during the race, minus the floor pump. If you haven't heard of JayP's Backyard Series races, you're in for a real treat!…
photo: Cape Fear Gear If racing fat bikes in the snow isn't your thing but you still enjoy competing on your fat bike, mark your calendar for this year's…
Photo: Flynn George You know that voice? The one deep down inside that likes to keep you in your place, the one that second guesses all…
Use these tips to find the right size mountain bike based on sizing charts, standover height, and riding style.
Not only will Lenzerheide have played a significant role in the World Cup for three years running, but they've officially been awarded the 2018 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships.
Pro women at the start of last year's race. Photo: Dejan Smaic, courtesy USA Cycling. The USA Cycling National Fat Bike Championships, sponsored by Rocky Mountain…
Editor's Note: Michael Paul spends his days mountain biking the increasingly popular (read: crowded) trails of the Colorado Front Range. While Michael is a regular contributor to Singletracks.com, any opinions expressed in this article are his…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I discuss categories of mountain bike products that frustrate us, including hydration packs, helmet cameras, dropper posts, shoes, and more.
Photo: BC Bike Race Congratulations, you've made it through a long, long week of work! You've slaved away for the man, working to put food on…
The Bell Super 3R is a great convertible full face helmet. It isn't the cheapest helmet, but the versatility is worth it for anyone who only occasionally needs extra protection.
IMBA recently announced title sponsorship for a new US-based, national enduro race series, titled, appropriately enough, the IMBA National Enduro Series. The new series will include 6 stops, with racers vying…
A round up of 44 fat bike tires on the market.
Each pair comes with two different sets of cleats, 4 degrees and 8 degrees of float, to allow you to get the feel you like in the pedal. The retention system these…
Photo: Enduro World Series 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…
Here in the US, "lift rides" and "backcountry" are two mutually-exclusive terms. But in Europe, they don't have to be. On my second day riding in Switzerland we used a pair…
The Vee Snow Shoe 2XL is more than five inches wide.
Find a rad Air BNB to book for your next trip to a top mountain biking destination.
Have you ever heard a friend tell you a tale of an epic trail, and knew that you just had to go and experience that mountain bike ride for yourself? That's exactly how…
Fat bike racing is becoming more and more popular each winter, with races taking place pretty much anywhere it snows. But while most fat bike races are XC-style endurance events, the Frosty's…
Chuckwagon Trail, Sedona, Arizona. Photo: Michael Paul Usually the most famous trails deserve their renown and respect, as they provide those features most mountain bikers seek for maximum entertainment value. However, for a…
Remember those repairs and upgrades you’ve been meaning to do? Winter is a good time to get them done. If you rode your mountain bike for a…
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I share (almost) everything you need to know about mountain bike brakes.
CatEye makes a number of rechargeable light for biking at night.
Check out the cheeky team intro video above to see how the new Santa Cruz Syndicate team is "training" for the 2017 World Cup Downhill season. The Santa Cruz Syndicate downhill team…
The Canyon Factory Downhill Team. From left to right: Ruaridh Cunningham, Mark Wallace, Nigel Reeve (head mechanic), Fabien Barel, Mathieu Gallean (manager), Aaron Pelttari (mechanic), and Troy…
The 2017 SCOTT-SRAM Team (photo: Christophe Margot) After a dream 2016 season which saw Jenny Rissveds and Nino Schurter win gold at both the Rio Olympic…
image courtesy YT World Cup DH racer Neko Mulally - probably best known for his 4th place finish at the 2014 World Championships, without a chain(!)…
In 1999, pro rider Juliana Furtado created the first women's-specific mountain bike with the help of Santa Cruz Bicycles. Called the "Juliana," this first bike eventually evolved into its own…
All images courtesy of Cane Creek This week, Cane Creek announced the DB Air IL, the latest shock from the Western North Carolina brand. The Air…
Last year, Strava users logged 9.6 fitness activities per second. Think about it: in the time it took you to read that sentence, 50 rides, runs, and workouts were logged by athletes…
Don't let trailing the pack detract from your enjoyment of the ride. "It's OK that you're slow." Maybe I’m saying that about myself, not you. Maybe…
A proposal has been put forth that mountain bikes be allowed on a historic trail in the Alleghany National Forest: Tracy Ridge, in Pennsylvania. The USFS conducted an environmental assessment about the fitness…
9:zero:7 has just launched two all new fat tire bikes: the Tundra, and the Squall kids fat bike. Tundra The new Tundra is "an all-rounder built for anything you can throw at…
Mountain Biking Dependence Disorder (MBDD) is a common but serious condition in which an individual is physically and/or psychologically dependent upon riding a bicycle upon the earth's natural surfaces. MBDD occurs…
“We’ve just lost our venue!” “What?” I replied, hearing the edge of panic in my race director’s voice. “The owners have sold the property, where are we going to hold…
In his early 50s, Micheal Woodruff still sends bigger jumps than I'm willing to attempt. (Note the distinguished gray beard poking out beneath the chin guard.) …
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