Professional mountain biker and coach Rab Wardell passed away in his sleep last night at the age of 37. The cause of death is unknown at this time.
Ride these three up and coming, under the radar US mountain bike destinations before they completely blow up.
In this episode Chris Schieffer, Jeff Barber, and Matt Miller talk about the 12 best mountain bike destinations in the United States that was recently shared on Singletracks.
Complete that new bike build now with these marked down components.
The Liv Embolden is a well-priced, entry-level trail bike that is fun to ride.
Among trail surfaces, loam holds an almost mythical status. Mountain bikers prize it for its soft landings, hero-like traction, and roost-ability.
The Alpinestars Vector Tech MIPS helmet is a great trail helmet that provides excellent protection, specifically for those who wear goggles or are venturing into the enduro scene.
The Inflation Reduction Act was passed this week. It may just improve mountain bike access around the country.
The Banshee Prime is a 135mm travel 29er that rides bigger than it is thanks to its progression geometry and KS2 suspension design.
Bike parks opening in Nevada and Washington, a fancy pumptrack in Brisbane, National Forest System Trail Stewardship grants awards, and vandals strike Canada Summer Games trail.
The Wildhorn Corvair half shell mountain bike helmet offers style and function in an affordable package.
End of the season sales? Ok, we'll bite.
The Transition Patrol gets a carbon option, Nukeproof brings back their DJ bike, Bontrager releases their lightest MTB wheels yet, plus more new gear.
A glorious five-day gravel ride through the Sawtooth mountains of Idaho with Western Spirit.
We take a second lap at Crankworx Whistler to see what else is new and exciting in the village, including new packable trail tools, affordable MTB tires, and more.
We checked out some of the new bikes on show at Crankworx: some electric, some prototype, some carbon, and some 3D-printed.
A bikepacking trip report from the Sierra Valley, the largest alpine valley in the Western United States, and the location of a future 600-mile network of multi-use trails.
Whether you're into riding on dirt or road, Polar Bottle’s innovative bike bottles give you the freedom to go further.
Singletracks has tested nearly 100 pairs of mountain bike shorts, and these are the best we've found so far.
We check in with Pat and Doug from Kona to learn how hardtail mountain bikes are specced, and what makes for a 'hardcore hardtail.'
Given the choice between riding on a paved road or on gravel, we'll take the gravel every time. Yet there are only so many hours in the day, and the singletrack siren calls.
The Kuat Piston Pro X is a premium, no-touch bike rack that looks good, is feature-rich, and is well constructed. Not surprisingly, it's also pricey.
The UCI Mountain Bike World Cup returns to West Virginia next year and for the first time, the Enduro World Series shares a calendar with XC and downhill.
Some of the most interesting MTB gear and tech from Crankworx Whistler, 2022. New bikes, suspension tech, clothing, pedals, and more.
Eddie O'Dea set out on August 1 to raise funds for the Georgia Cycling Association and to be the first to complete the Eastern Divide bikepacking route, a meandering chain of dirt roads, pavement, and singletrack first imagined several years ago.
The latest mountain bike trail builds and openings from California, Colorado, Georgia, Michigan, and Tennessee.
The Moon Rigel Power bike light blasts up to 3,600 lumens for two hours, and the all-in-one design packs three distinct beam patterns that can be switched at the push of a button.
Sometimes we find mountain bike skills progression through pure accident.
In Gear Watch this week, Garmin announces the latest Enduro smartwatch, Pole opens a new factory in Finland, Bianchi previews a full range of electric mountain bikes, and Enve begins shipping their inverted dropper post.
We check in with two local Boise, Idaho mountain bikers to learn about the best trails to ride.
New tires are easily the #1 upgrade you can make to your bike, and you get even more bang for your buck when they're on sale.
Is there a secret to riding webby trails? We're asking for a friend.
The Leatt 6.0 Clip V22 is the brand's latest take on an efficiency-minded, lightweight trail shoe which comes with a stiff sole and an Atop dial and a sleek look.
Check singletracks.com/deals to find the best prices on gear, and help Singletracks at the same time. It's a win-win!
City officials and local mountain bike advocates are trying to find a path forward after a study reveals 60 miles of unsanctioned trails in a single park.
JensonUSA has complete, 2022 Ibis Ripley AF bikes in stock (sizes M, L, XL) AND on sale for $2,849.25.
The Continental Kryptotal Re is a mixed conditions MTB tire with with strong braking bars in the center and tall side knobs for grip off camber and in corners.
New trails are being planned and opened this week from Queensland, Australia to Missouri, USA.
Ride Workshop is leading singletrack bike tours on Emerald Mountain in Steamboat Springs with a focus on stewardship and sustainability.
Race Face adds a chainring optimized for Super Boost bikes, Ritchey announces new gravel wheel, UNNO updates the Dash, and more.
We learn how bike engineers and designers work together, and how brands like Evil approach e-bike design.
The Evil Epocalypse electric mountain bike features 170/166mm of travel front and rear, and a big battery for shuttling lap after lap.
The latest Santa Cruz Nomad swaps balanced, 27.5 wheels for a mixed-wheel configuration, adds Glove Box in-tube storage, and tweaks the geo and suspension.
The Pivot Shuttle SL is meant to bridge a gap between analog bikes and e-bikes, with the nimble characteristics of a mountain bike plus the extra power of an e-bike, according to the brand.
Summer riding is still in full effect and so are the savings. Don't miss this special 50% off offer on a MTB skills clinic!
Carbon fiber construction makes it possible to tune a bike frame for stiffness and compliance in all the right places. We visited Alchemy to learn how and why it works.
Direct-to-consumer (DTC) bike brands like Canyon, YT, and Commencal are growing, and it seems buyers are becoming more comfortable choosing and purchasing bikes online.
The Abus MoDrop MIPS is a quality bike helmet for trail riding, and is compatible with the brand's Bluetooth crash sensor.
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