Much of the Colorado Trail is open to mountain bikes. Ever since I can remember I've always been fascinated with trails (go figure). I got into backpacking as a teenager and I…
I'm not sure what's going on but the news over the past three days has been full of mountain bike related accidents, injuries, and even deaths. Maybe it's the weather that's putting…
One cool thing that has taken the mountain bike world by storm is the use of video cameras on the trail. GoPro, one of the original action sports helmet camera companies, has…
Photo courtesy of Trestle Bike Park, Winter Park Resort Downhill mountain biking can certainly be intimidating. There are bigger and heavier bikes involved, lots of protective equipment to don, speeds you imagine…
Over the past few years Schwalbe has been gaining momentum, producing some great mountain bike tires like the Nobby Nic. I recently had a chance to test the 2010 Fat Albert 26…
According to this article, more and more mountain bikers are being attacked by dogs in the Western US and in one case a…
A mountain bike trip report from the bike park at Northstar Resort, California.
Here is some extreme eye candy for mountain bikers who look at canyons and think 'meh, I can gap that!" The fabled Dorado Pro from Manitou has been totally re-engineered by some…
During our trip to Colorado we had the chance to stop in and visit with Spot Bikes in Golden. Located in a nondescript industrial park on the northern outskirts of town, Spot…
Have you ever been fined while riding your mountain bike? These days many parks departments are handing mountain bikers tickets and fines for everything from riding the wrong trails to going too…
Lance Armstrong's Foundation, Livestrong, is hosting the first annual Ride 4 Yellow event in Steamboat Springs, CO August 8, 2010. The signature ride, the Divide Ride, covers 26-miles of singletrack flowing across…
Shifting problems? These tips will help you get your mountain bike derailleur dialed.
The 2010 Nobby Nic mountain bike tire from Schwalbe offers big performance gains over previous versions which is impressive given this tire's venerable and award-winning history. Through several evolutionary changes, engineers were…
We first read about this last fall and we've been meaning to write about Cuba's newly formed mountain bike team. The team was created last year ahead of the 2010 Central American…
Here's a collection of outerwear from THE that's geared towards the heavier-duty rider who is looking for tough, durable, good-looking trailwear for serious hucking. The F-1 jersey and pant along with the…
photo courtesy frazermountainmadness.com. These days when people talk about difficult or epic races the focus is usually on distance (or time, depending on the format) but that's only part of the equation.…
It's hard to believe how fast our trip to Colorado flew by. Now that we're back I've had a chance to go through my pics and notes and I'm ready to share…
This little nugget of insanity comes from a featured picture set on English Russia. I don't know if this woman ever thought she'd be biking down the aisle to the tune of…
The Drift Innovation X170 cam is a recent addition to the world of portable cameras for action sports. I found this camera to be flexible, easy to use, and a really fun…
XC riders give DH mountain biking a try at Trestle Bike Park in Winter Park, Colorado.
Back in May I wrote about the high performance Race Face Respond crankset which really exceeded my expectations for the price range. Now I've had a chance to test other components in…
It's hard to believe it's been six years since I've ridden a mountain bike in Colorado and I was anxious to see if the altitude would kick my butt the way it…
While the big three shock manufacturers seem to have the lion's share of the market these days, there are a few companies out there that are working really hard to make a…
One of the last things cross country mountain bikers often think about is their brakes - after all, we spend most of our time putting energy into the bike rather than taking…
Just a quick preview for those of you who have an iPhone. I picked up the RAM iPhone handlebar mount for my mountain bike a few weeks ago and to be honest…
Heil Valley Ranch photo by Rebus. Next week I'm heading out to Colorado for the first of two trips to the state this summer and I'm getting super stoked! Trip #1 takes…
photo courtesy trekbikes.com. Word on the street is that Trek is folding the Gary Fisher brand into Trek bikes to cut design costs and expand distribution. The Gary Fisher name will live…
Here is some bling for those who like to stand out from the crowd. Troy Lee Designs (TLD) has been working with Selle Italia for the past few years, bringing us some…
By now most of us are familiar with the mountain bike parks located at ski resorts with lift serviced terrain, jumps, and freeride obstacles but these days a new breed of purpose-built…
One thing I love about spring and summer is the abundance of demo days hosted by bike companies and local bike shops. I had a chance a few weeks ago to attend…
Now this is a troubling development: officials in South Wales, UK are warning spectators at this weekend's Kona Mash-Up at Glyncorrwg Mountain Bike Centre to keep a tight eye on their rigs…
Not too long ago trek7k did a write up on the Osprey Raptor 6 and if you recall he raved over its sleek and comfortable design. Today I'm writing about another offering…
Have you ever cruised down a freshly cut mountain bike trail and wondered how it was built? These days more and more mountain bike trails are being constructed using heavy equipment and…
Higuero Enchanted House trail in Dominican Republic. photo posted by Joaquin_Hernandez. The Montana Mining Co. (based in Salt Lake City, UT) announced this week their intent to purchase Park Capital Management, a…
The Wolverine 29 is a relatively new addition to WTBs big tire lineup. Marketed as an all conditions XC race tire, the Wolverine is meant to handle just about anything you come…
Now this is probably the ultimate in bike computer electronics: The PowerTap SL+. I really love this thing and I'm going to have a great time introducing this to everyone. Now to…
We started singletracks more than 12 years ago with one thing in mind: helping mountain bikers find the best mountain bike trails. Of course since then we've added gear reviews, forums, and…
photo courtesy krisholm.com. If you're a forum regular here you're probably familiar with uni_geezer, the crazy mountain unicycler who posts his video exploits online from time to time. Apparently he's not the…
Do you like to go fast on your bike? Of course you do - me too. The low rolling resistance Excavator tire from Kenda is a sure fire hit for those who…
The Syncros Crux pedals are intended for downhill, freeride, 4x, trials, BMX racing, and dirt jump applications. If youre into any of that stuff and are looking for a pedal with unparalleled…
The phrase "illegal mountain bike trail" conjures up different emotions depending on who you talk to. To some it's an adrenaline-filled dare; to others it's forbidden fruit not to be touched; to…
At this point in the season you've probably hit the trails half a dozen of times and might be realizing that your rubber isn't as good as you remembered it. Well, if…
Todays fastest MTB racers are choosing increasingly wider handlebars in an effort to improve leverage and control. Gravity racers are also demanding low rise or flat bars which allow the rider to…
How much does your bike weigh? It's a question I've had for a long time and as a self-confessed weight weenie it's an important one to ask. For XC racers especially, shaving…
Now that I've had plenty of time on these stoppers I'm ready to give you all the late breaking (pun intended) news on these brakes. A little while back I introduced The…
Bikes are kind of like dogs. You play with them, you take them places, you feed them and get them new accessories. Sometimes you take them to the vet. If they're not…
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