SRAM recently released a more affordable version of their increasingly-popular 1x11 drivetrain, dubbed the X1. We reported on it back in May when it was released, but now we actually have a…
Comfortable on cool morning climbs and wicks moisture well. Depending on where you live, a lightweight, packable cycling jacket may be a mountain biking necessity year-round. Weather can be unpredictable, whether…
Photo: Boulder Beer Beer--more specifically, craft beer--and mountain biking are almost synonymous today. It's quite common to see spandex-clad, sweat-soaked, smiling bikers sipping a cold brew as a…
A storm is gathering in Europe, slowly making its way over that big, blue pond of ours to North America. Depending on the websites you choose to look at, you'll see a…
The Raptor series is Osprey's compact hydration pack line geared toward cycling, running, and light day hiking.
The HEXO+ is an autonomous, GoPro-toting drone designed to follow a rider as he or she moves down the trail for what promises to be incredible footage. Currently on Kickstarter, the HEXO+…
Park City is already on every mountain biker's wishlist as a top destination thanks to hundreds of miles of trails, excellent scenery, and plenty of in-town amenities for riders and families alike. So, since you're going to Park City--here are the five things you have to do while you're in town!
Click here to read about Day 1. The more stages I race, the more I realize what enduro racing is all about: versatility, of both the rider and the bike. The massive…
The passage of time is like the flow of a river. And a stick is caught in the current. Some weeks, the river is low, and the stick gets trapped in eddies,…
Day 3 of the BC Bike Race, at Powell River, is in the books. With 49km of riding and 886m of elevation gain on BC singletrack, this stage definitely put racers to…
As soon as the map and elevation profiles for the Durango stop of the Big Mountain Enduro Series were released, I knew that this event would be radically different than the Snowmass…
Erawan? I haven't heard that name in a long time. Hi, my name is James, and I'm a bagaholic. People say it's weird to have a…
A review of the 2015 Rocky Mountain Instinct mountain bike.
The BC Bike Race has embarked on year eight, with 600 hundred participant from 28 countries. The race is taking place June 29th to July 5th. Keep an eye out for photo…
Ibis bikes have announced their new convertible 29er, the Tranny 29, a carbon hardtail with the unique feature of being able to convert between a geared and singlespeed setup without sawing your…
Try these 17 mountain bike drills to develop light hands, heavy feet. Because light hands, heavy feet will help make your riding more stable no matter what the terrain.
If you read seemingly any mountain bike magazine or website these days, big Enduro-y mountain bike helmets are all the rage. Style, flashy colors, and maximum protection are what mountain biking is…
The Avid Scrub-Series short is a full-featured downhill short that is designed with surf-inspired styling. Specs The Avid is lightweight and flexible, and sports a relaxed fit. The shorts utilize a double…
About twice a month since April, my Xbox has earned its keep by bringing me high definition streaming of the World Cup, where the creme de la creme race mountain bikes through…
New to GT's lineup is the Helion 27.5 cross country rig. While this tweener-sized bike is aimed at the average XC market, it's designed with aggressive cross country in mind, with a…
After spending a couple of months with the Pivot Firebird, it's time to part ways with this interesting bike. For build specs and other details, check out the On Review article. Test…
Throughout the week-long Suzuki Nine Knights, some of the world's finest freeride mountain bikers have been shooting at the impressive setup on Mottolino Fun Mountain in Livigno, Italy. Check out a collection…
Click here to read my race report from Day 1. Day 2 dawned bright and sunny, and with an hour-earlier start time plus a climb to get to the starting line, the…
"Dude, I think my goal will be to make it through this weekend without breaking this rental bike," said my friend Max. "I just want to avoid breaking my body," I responded.…
When I was in college I biked quite a bit. Mostly we used the logging roads all over our 28,000 acre campus at Berry College. On one of these rides, I got…
The weather really couldn't have been better for the first stop of the Big Mountain Enduro series in Snowmass, Colorado: the temps were warm, but the intermittent cloud cover kept the blazing…
A few days ago, the MTB suspension team at Fox released the following video, in which they discuss working with high-end race car suspension gurus at Penske Racing. Penske are known for…
The Eastern USA is a beautiful place in its own right, with deep forests and plentiful rivers and lakes. After over 1,100 votes, here are the top 5 scenic mountain bike trails…
"Baggies," in my opinion, are necessary on the trail. I personally don't like to parade about in spandex, so comfortable trail shorts to wear over said spandex are crucial. But finding a…
The Osprey Rev 12 is a panel-loading hydration pack designed to be light, versatile, and function as the sole pack for endurance athletes in many sports. The Rev…
Did you know it's possible to ferment hops and barley into a beverage called "beer?" Well, I certainly didn't. And I don't think this so-called "beer" will catch on with mountain bikers.…
While many places in the nation are constantly building new singletrack, it's not every day that a new trail system is born. I was already in Moab exploring other brand-new singletrack trails…
I had never taken the opportunity to ride the Klondike Bluffs area in Moab before, but with the recent addition of the new Miner's Loop, I decided to check it out. Klondike…
There are mountain bikes. There are nice mountain bikes. And then there are mountain bikes so nice you just have to paint the words "damn it" on them. The new Jet 9…
The madmen and -women at Niner have impressed us thoroughly with their bikes time and again. This author has been lusting after their products for far too long. But equally impressive to…
When my wife and I relocated to Salida, Colorado in September, it wasn't lost on me that Moab, Utah was located a mere 5-hour drive away. It also wasn't lost on my…
I recently agonized over a new bike purchase, and chose the Santa Cruz Bronson with an X01 build. I dig the build kit, but I wanted better hoops. At Interbike, there were…
A new iPhone app named ActivBeacon is designed to automatically send for help if you crash. Check out this video for a quick introduction to this interesting concept: (Watch the video here.) While this…
Choosing the perfect pair of sunglasses can be a daunting task. Even if you're considering just one brand, the possibilities seem endless! Do I want maximum coverage, or light weight? What style…
Have you ever been frustrated that 1x11 drivetrains cost a small fortune? Well you aren’t alone. At over $1,000 for a groupo, an 11-speed drivetrain upgrade is a big hit to the…
The Niner brand has developed a cult-like following amongst their customers that has made many mountain bikers wary of uttering the simple phrase "I don't like 29ers" for the potential violent lash…
Winter is over. Spring has broken like a downhiller's spokes, and with spring comes that special feeling that blooms in the chamois area of the single rider. Unless you live in the…
The folks over at Bici Adventure have crafted an intriguing infographic about the world's hardest mountain bike challenges. I can think of a few off the top of my head that aren't on…
POC's colorful Trabec helmet has slowly been making its way onto the trails in Grand Junction. I've had the opportunity to be one of those biking around with this uniquely-designed helmet. Even…
Exactly what makes a mountain bike trail beautiful is largely a matter of opinion. For some people, it's great high-alpine views. For others, it's the barren desert. For some, it's massive forests…
I've been around bikes for the better part of 40 years, riding, repairing, fixing, designing, modifying, fixing, cleaning, fixing, and crashing. Oh wait.. did I mention fixing? You get the picture. Bikes…
Be sure to check out Part 1 of this feature. There are a whole host of reasons to take a mountain biking clinic. Heck, Greg Heil's previous article, "why everyone should take mountain…
Learning mountain bike skills at the Beti AllRide Clinic.
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