Mountain biking remains dominated by white males aged 24-44 with higher incomes, though organizations are working to diversify participation across gender and ethnicity.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron and I talk briefly about Interbike Outdoor Demo, Day 1.
Over 2,200 readers voted on their favorite mountain bikes and gear, revealing the most popular products actually ridden in 2016.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron talks about his recent mountain bike trip to West Virginia.
SRAM's 12-speed Eagle drivetrain adds a massive 50-tooth cog, allowing riders to run larger chainrings while maintaining bailout gears for steep climbs.
Reynolds 27.5 Enduro Carbon wheels pair bombproof carbon rims with Industry Nine hubs for stiff, responsive performance at a slightly lower price than ENVE.
After a full year of daily abuse on the trails and off, the Garmin Fenix 3 GPS watch proves durable, stylish, and reliably tracks every ride.
Spanish brand Catlike enters the MTB market with the $200 Whisper: a lightweight, well-ventilated XC racing shoe featuring dual Boa dials and graphene-reinforced soles.
The Kingsbury Stinger trail near Lake Tahoe is nearing completion, transforming bootleg downhill routes into 4.5 miles of sustainable, multi-use singletrack.
We got a chance to tour the Industry Nine factory located in Asheville, North Carolina.
Adam Morse and his trail dog Flow shred pristine Vermont singletrack through the Green Mountains in this beautifully-shot edit.
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**Option 1:** Five new dropper posts from Eurobike 2016, including first-time offerings from e*thirteen, Fox, and Shimano with features from mechanical to electronic.
**Option 2:** Eurobike 2016 showcased five fresh dropper posts, with Fox, Shimano, and e*thirteen entering the increasingly competitive adjustable seatpost market.
**Option 3:** The dropper post market heats up with five new models at Eurobike, including maiden offerings from Fox, Shimano, and e*thirteen.
Trail TV explores the diverse mountain biking around Rapid City, from flowy trails to technical terrain in the Black Hills at 7,000 feet.
Box Components enters the drivetrain market with an innovative single-lever shifter and backward-swinging derailleur technology, offering competitive pricing against SRAM and Shimano.
Based on reader votes, the Santa Cruz Hightower tops our list of 2016's most innovative mountain bikes, with plus-sized compatibility being the year's hottest trend.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron and I offer tips for responsible mountain biking.
Not all Moab mountain bike rides required legs of steel to ascend steep grades, beginner mountain bikers can enjoy the scenery and variety that Moab has to offer.
Mountain Bike the Tetons reveals the dedicated work and planning behind creating world-class singletrack in the Wyoming-Idaho region.
The Leatt DBX 6.0 Carbon full face helmet delivers exceptional safety features, remarkable comfort, and thoughtful design in a surprisingly lightweight package.
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**The SILCA Superpista Superior costs $235, but this heirloom-quality floor pump with lifetime warranty may be the last one you'll ever buy.**
A mountain bike trip report from Iceland.
Canadian brand Staran offers the FSM-140, a well-spec'd 140mm trail bike with X-Fusion suspension, 1x11 XT drivetrain, and quality components for just $3,600 CAD.
Living near world-class Colorado trails, Greg Heil now travels not to find better riding, but to discover different trails and unique cultural experiences.
These eight mountain bikes blur traditional categories through innovative designs, from Trek's full-suspension fat trail bike to Pivot's multi-tire-size Les Fat.
We spotted eight mountain bikes with gearbox drivetrains at Eurobike in 2016.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we talk about some of the barriers to getting started with mountain biking and share specific ideas for improving fitness and technical skills.
Mountain biking in Moab may seem daunting to newer riders, but rest assured there are mountain bike trails for every ability.
A borrowed Stumpjumper saves the day at Snowshoe, proving capable on technical East Coast terrain despite some suspension tuning quirks.
When it comes to price, the Yakima HoldUp presents a good value compared to the competition.
Yeti debuts their first 27.5+ bike with the SB5+, featuring redesigned geometry, elevated chainstays, and new affordable Carbon frame options starting at $4,699.
RST's new inverted Rebel fork offers 80-140mm travel for XC and trail bikes, competing with RockShox RS-1 while accommodating 27.5+ tires.
The RST Renegade fat bike fork offers 80-120mm travel with straight or tapered steerer options, filling a gap left by RockShox Bluto.
Despite losing Boulder-White Clouds trails to Wilderness designation, Sun Valley still offers hundreds of miles of epic singletrack worth riding.
Maxxis expands their retro Skinwall tire lineup with the popular Ikon XC tire, now available in 27.5" and 29" models with 2.2" width.
Rocky Mountain's new Suzi Q fat bikes feature 27.5-inch wheels and race-oriented geometry designed to shatter the "slow, plodding fat bike" stereotype.
Mike Van Abel has resigned as IMBA Executive Director after 12 years, with Dan Brillon serving as interim director while the board searches for a replacement.
Sun Valley offers 700+ miles of fast, flowy XC singletrack—rare these days—with the epic Osberg's Ridgeline delivering 33 miles of high-altitude riding through stunning burn zones.
Sun Valley, Idaho offers endless cross-country singletrack and surprisingly accessible mountain biking experiences, whether you're camping on a shoestring or staying downtown.
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We talked to industry insiders about what it's really like to turn a passion for mountain biking into a full-time career.
Niner's new aluminum RIP 9 mirrors its carbon sibling with 150mm travel, 29 or 27+ compatibility, starting at $3,500.
It seems the topic of trail booby trapping, AKA trail terrorism, has been in the news a lot lately. We sat down to discuss just what the heck is going on out there.
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**Using route optimization software, we mapped the ultimate North American mountain bike road trip hitting all 56 state and provincial #1 trails.**
The Commencal DH V4 is a bike that really stands out The direct-to-consumer company Commencal is not only giving larger manufacturers a run for their money on…
Rocky Mountain brings back the Slayer with 165mm travel, carbon construction, adjustable geometry, and sleek single-sided pivot hardware starting at $4,200.
Big Bear Lake, West Virginia offers 50+ miles of varied trails with technical rock gardens, flowy descents, and easy access to other premier riding destinations.
Commencal updates their popular META trail bike with more travel, Boost spacing, metric shocks, and refined geometry while keeping prices impressively competitive.
At $37, the Trywin D1 GPS offers basic ride tracking and waterproof design, but poor accuracy and clunky data export make it hard to recommend.
Mission Workshop's Acre Traverse XC shorts feature cleverly repositioned pockets, premium materials, and a streamlined fit that works on the trail and off.
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