We talk with Matt Shriver, General Manager and technical director for the Trek Factory Racing XC team, about how teams come together and the support system designed to help them win.
Last year a massive lawsuit following a life-changing injury shuttered Oregon's Skibowl bike park. We learned how the series of events led to the paralyzed rider winning the case.
It's time to put those finishing touches on your mountain bike for spring! Here are 11 great items to pick up for under $50 that'll have you and your bike looking and feeling fresh.
We averaged the geometry of the most popular mountain bike category in years to understand the rise of downcountry bikes.
Good mountain bikes are expensive. When it comes time to buy a new one we can either take advantage of financing to make a purchase, or we can save our money and wait.
The WTB HTZ i30 alloy wheels are a burly set designed for the rigors of e-bike riding.
The Jamis Renegade S2 gravel bike is a fun, capable, and stylish choice for exploring gravel backroads and singletrack connector trails.
After a four year hiatus, Steamboat Bike Park will reopen, plus more trail news from around the country.
Muc-Off surveyed 5,000+ bikers in 46 countries about tire punctures, and these results pop out.
My daughter tells an entertaining story when prompted that never fails to leave listeners aghast. “For my 10th birthday, my dad gave me a mountain bike wheel.”
Industry Nine rolls out a new headset line plus an updated Kids Ride Shotgun seat, the Last Cinto V2, and Ripton & Co tech jeans.
Sports psychologist Dr. Kristin E. Keim explains how mental skills training can lead to a winning mindset and shares tips for developing confidence after a crash.
Be prepared for any kind of odd mechanical problem on the trail with these supplies in your bike repair kit.
Trek and Santa Cruz Bicycles join the big brands like Specialized, Rocky Mountain and Kona in discounting many popular mountain bikes.
Mountain bike tires seem to be massively better than they were in the past. But what has actually changed?
Mountain biking is referred to as a lifelong sport, though that's not to say that life won't get in the way sometimes.
Hunt Proven Carbon Race Enduro wheels promise strength and compliance for a low price, but how do they stack up in real life?
Like a great punk rock band, Evil's The Following is a downcountry bike that's much more powerful than the sum of its parts.
The latest alloy Trek Farley fat bike features updated geometry, additional mount points for bags and bottles, and a new carbon fork.
This week's Trail Flow includes more good singletrack news in the south, a big job opening for a trail organization in the Northeast and more.
If you haven't already blown your new bike budget this winter, you're in luck: Santa Cruz and Juliana are knocking 14-20% off the prices of pretty much all their mountain bikes.
Loads of gear news this week including a new steel enduro bike, a steel Surly, and ENVE's newest gravel bike.
One Arkansas resident is riding a mountain bike to make his nonprofit work easier.
The Fezzari Timp Peak has been turned into a long-travel eMTB with a killer price tag.
Shimano has a new affordable drivetrain on the market that simplifies prior groups and improves upon performance.
The new Crankbrothers Mallet Trail pedals offer a medium-size platform for clipless riders who prefer a more flat shoe feel.
Hardtail mountain bikes offer a ton of value (especially when they're on sale), and it's also fun to have one around for quick, local rides.
Don't let cold weather get the best of your mountain biking. Here are three tips to stay strong in the winter.
Tomorrow's weather could dictate whether our favorite trails are open, or at the very least, which jacket we should pack for the ride.
The new Troy Lee Designs Flowline MTB helmet series brings the brand's renowned fit and function to a mid-range price point.
A swarm of mountain bikers rode in a circle between us and our cars. Dressed in black, they popped their tattooed biceps and forearms. Even their black trucks looked sinister.
COMBA moves on from IMBA, a Vermont town is getting a new skills park, and IMBA awards its Legacy Trails grants.
Sharing your favorite trails in the world with paying guests is often the perception of mountain bike guiding, but there's much more to the trade.
Here are the 2023 mountain bike races around the world, some steep, some cheap, that we're getting excited about.
New mountain bike gear from Scott, Hope, Race Face, Alchemy, Bell, Adidas, MRP, Funn, Granite Design, Transition, and Gemini.
Karlos Bernart organizes and plans bikepacking routes in Florida including the Huracan 300, CFITT, and the Florida Divide.
Here are the top mountain bikes that readers would buy if they had $5,000.
Scoop up these mountain bike component upgrades galore at big savings. And get discounts on already discounted sale items including Shimano wheels and Five Ten shoes.
Keep the wheels spinning on trail all-year round in Oregon with these top mountain biking spots.
Joseph Beckstead is an enthusiastic mountain biker who uses biking to escape from the daily grind. He loves being out in nature and discovering trails, immersing himself into a world of endless exploration beyond his work as a miner.
In a word, how would you describe your mountain bike?
The ABUS Cliffhanger trail helmet features MIPS and a 3-position visor. Unfortunately the straps may not be long enough for some wearers.
OR's Helium Bivy paired with a sleeping bag and pad might be the best possible sleep setup for bikepacking.
The Lowlifes Respectable Citizens Club is a group that's working in the Los Angeles area to restore lost and neglected trails.
Roam has a new nonprofit, a new DH trail will drop off of Wasatch Crest, and new trails are planned and under construction across the South.
This week's Gear Watch brings us new shoes from Fox, alloy Reserve wheels, a longer Super Light dropper post from the other Fox and more.
The stroopwafel's history includes a time as a snack for the working class and riding along with Lance Armstrong in the Tour de France.
Lennard Zinn is a bike designer and frame builder, and is the author of Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance. We talk about bit fit, repair, tire rolling resistance, and fitness in this wide-ranging interview.
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