**Bitterroot National Forest closes 180 miles of historic singletrack to mountain bikes due to Wilderness Study Area designations, leaving local riders devastated.**
Mountaintown Creek is a seldom ridden mountain bike descent that's beautiful, wild, and full of adventure.
The Northwave Extreme Tech MTB shoes weigh just 240 grams with a full carbon sole, but are they worth the investment?
After tearing his ACL, Greg Heil commits to moving and being active every single day for a full year in his #move366 challenge.
The G-Form Pro-B padded shorts offer low-profile hip and sacrum protection that's comfortable enough for everyday trail riding, unlike bulkier crash-oriented alternatives.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast Greg talks with the 2016 Arizona Trail 750 winner and Bikepackers Magazine co-founder, Neil Beltchenko.
The Alpinestars All Mountain Jacket proves that a simple, non-insulated waterproof shell can harness your body heat to keep you surprisingly warm in brutal winter conditions.
No doubt the Atlas crank from Race Face has stood the test of time, and while their other cranks (Next SL, SixC, and Turbine) enjoyed an earlier upgrade to Race Face's modular Cinch…
A review of the Race Face Chester flat pedals for mountain biking.
Greg Heil argues that e-bikes are motorized vehicles, not mountain bikes, and their push for non-motorized trail access threatens legitimate mountain bike advocacy efforts.
Seth breaks down the fundamentals of jumping for beginner mountain bikers, covering body position, speed control, and how to get both wheels off the ground.
MTBparks.com reveals the 2015 Riders' Choice Awards for North America's best bike parks, with regional winners from Whistler to Mountain Creek.
Yellow Creek State Park's 20-mile lakeside loop delivers flowy pine forests, lung-busting climbs, and technical boulder gardens worth exploring in your own backyard.
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Your comprehensive guide to 2016 bike park opening dates across North America and beyond, from early-season favorites to summer destinations.
Dakine's Oakridge Flannel ditches cycling-specific tech for pure flannel comfort, making it perfect for unpredictable spring and fall mountain bike rides.
We start by talking about what eMTBs are and dive into the controversy surrounding them.
We tested Alpinestars' wool winter socks through Alaska's brutal conditions to see if they're worth drawer space for temperature regulation and comfort.
Cannondale's new Scalpel-Si XC race bike features shorter chainstays, slacker geometry, and asymmetric drivetrain integration, with models ranging from $3,000 to $12,000.
RockShox refocuses the SID as a pure XC race fork with 100mm travel, Charger damper, and multiple wheel size options starting at $600.
We want to know: Do you prefer flow trails or more technical singletrack? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts in the comments!
Meet mountain bike legends like Joe Breeze and Gary Fisher at this Bay Area fundraiser benefiting Trips for Kids' youth programs.
Industry insiders at Sea Otter weigh in on what mountain biking needs more and less of in 2016, from fun to standards.
The Italian-made Nalini Phantom Green SS jersey offers relaxed fit, breathable mesh panels, and durable fabric perfect for all-around mountain biking.
Nalini's Miles baggy mountain bike shorts offer Italian style and performance with moisture-wicking fabric, though sizing runs noticeably small for this $119 short.
Shimano enters the eMTB market with their XT-level STePS MTB motor, bringing household-name credibility and full drivetrain integration to electric mountain bikes.
British inventor Colin Furze builds a fully-functional hover bike prototype that actually flies, making every mountain biker's dream of aerial shredding a reality.
The Singletrack 6 stage race returns to British Columbia's interior July 23rd, featuring six days of racing across Fernie, Cranbrook, Kimberley, and Golden.
One small sign that the future of biking might become more inclusive.
The Polar M400 GPS watch bridges the gap between serious outdoor training and everyday fitness tracking, offering mountain bikers solid features without the pretentious price tag.
IMBA is surveying members with valid emails as of April 30th about their 2016-2020 plans, though non-paying mountain bikers won't be included.
After four months recovering from ACL surgery, Greg rediscovers why narrow singletrack riding creates an unmatched flow experience that road biking simply can't replicate.
IMBA and Tarheel Trailblazers are designing a new 16-mile trail system spanning state and national park land on the NC/SC border near Charlotte.
Lifebeam's tagline, "We make the world's most advanced wearable instruments for measuring human performance," is a bold one, to be certain. Over the past several months, I've used my own cranium as…
The third generation Santa Cruz Tallboy officially adds 27.5+ compatibility and goes longer, lower, and slacker.
Spring trails need TLC after winter damage, and volunteer maintenance helps you know features better, build community, and keep the singletrack you love rideable.
Box Components' new 1x11 drivetrain features a unique push-push shifter with a single paddle that shifts both directions using your thumb.
Salsa's new Redpoint trail bike offers 150mm travel, modern geometry, and 26+ compatibility across three builds ranging from $3,600 to $5,600.
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Survey data reveals who's buying plus bikes, the most popular configurations, and surprising regional adoption patterns as 27.5+ overtakes 29+ in the emerging market.
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Plus bike ownership survey uncovers surprising trends in wheel size preferences, buyer demographics, and regional adoption as the category explodes with new models.
Aaron and Jeff provide a recap of Sea Otter 2016 while filling in Greg on what he missed this year.
The Commencal Ramones 14 proved that sometimes old-school pedal bikes work better than balance bikes for getting young kids stoked on riding.
The Mammoth Gravel Classic in Wisconsin offers flat but challenging routes through treacherous sand barrens that turn serious cyclists into tractionless kittens.
Vittoria debuts the Cannoli plus tire in 27.5 and 29er sizes, along with the Deamion-Plus wheelset featuring 40mm internal rim width.
The 26+ wheel size is gaining momentum with new bikes from Jamis and WTB, targeting smaller riders and 27.5 conversions alike.
Norco's new Optic applies aggressive enduro geometry to a shorter-travel trail bike platform, offering 10 models across two wheel sizes.
We take a look at the latest MTB component offerings from Praxis Works, from wheels to cranks.
Race organizers Kyle Sipes and Bryan Derstine share insights on creating a successful grassroots MTB series that caters to pros, weekend warriors, and beginners alike.
Josh Bryceland channels his inner Tarzan while shredding through the dense jungle terrain during practice for UCI World Cup round 2 in Cairns.
The Fabric Slim Grip is an ultra lightweight mountain bike grip weighing just 68g for the pair.
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