Dedicated 27.5 bikes may not be nearly as popular as 29ers, but as we found out, they still have their place.
The Fox Union flat shoes feature a grippy and stiff (but not too stiff) sole with durable uppers to protect your feet on the trail.
With 38 miles of new singletrack nearing completion, Mt. Hough in Quincy, CA, will offer over 70 miles of shuttle-served singletrack that's also e-bike legal.
This week's mountain bike gear news includes a chromoly steel full suspension bike, the first MTB from Lauf, three new eMTBs, and a portable, battery-powered pump.
The site of the former Northville Psychiatric State Hospital in Northville, MI, will soon be home to a brand-new 17-mile mountain bike trail system.
Collegiate Mountain Bike Nationals, which were scheduled to be held at Ride Rock Creek in Zirconia, North Carolina this month, have been "postponed indefinitely" due to damage from Hurricane Helene.
Zinn explains drivetrain wear and tells us that waxed chains are low friction and virtually maintenance-free. Plus, we talk 36-inch wheels and modern geo challenges.
COPMOBA opposes proposed day-use fees at four popular mountain bike trailheads on Colorado's Western Slope.
PNW just released limited edition Loam and Rainier dropper posts with a unique silver anodized finish.
We don't have to tell you that preventative bike maintenance goes a long way.
Mountain bike trails across much of North Carolina and other regions in the Southeast have been decimated by Hurricane Helene. Public lands are closed, and travel through the region is for emergency purposes only.
The small town of Ely, NV, is making a big bet to become a recognized IMBA Ride Center.
Tubeless bike tire sealant can dry up and/or slowly leak over time, so it's important to check your bike tires regularly.
The Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina is building an epic 170-mile point-to-point trail through the South Mountains, known as the Wilderness Gateway Trail.
While heavy, the new SRAM Maven brakes provide mountain bikes unparalleled stopping power and performance.
The Pro's Closet is shutting down after 18 years of selling new and pre-owned bike and accessories online.
The Shadow Mountain Bike Park in Conifer, CO, faces a major roadblock after the Jefferson County Planning Commission voted to deny a special use permit.
The freshly updated Race Face Chester mountain bike flat pedals deliver locked-in grip and a great value.
Plus, OLD bikes from Amazed by Retro, a new Restrap downtube bag, Wolf Tooth 28T direct mount chainrings, and Fox has a new technical fabric.
Thunder Bay, Ontario, is investing $510,000 in their trail system, with a substantial amount of that investment earmarked for fat bike grooming equipment and infrastructure.
The new Fox Live Valve Neo electronic suspension system is fully wireless, and doesn't include a fork, but it does claim to be super fast with major performance gains.
A privately-owned shuttle-served bike park known as "Red Hawk Ridge" is coming to Talent, Oregon.
The e*thirteen Sidekick mountain bike freehub is said to reduce drag and virtually eliminate pedal feedback thanks to an innovative design.
New York's Adirondack Mountains are home to over 130 miles of top-tier singletrack. If you have three days to ride, here's where you should go.
There are many factors that affect electric mountain bike range, so we want to know what yours looks like on a typical ride.
The Pearl Izumi Expedition Pro is a race-ready cycling shoe is designed for gravel and XC riding.
The Bike Park at Westside Park in Atlanta, Georgia, takes inspiration from the world-class trails in Bentonville. Construction is slated to begin in 2025.
Natural Resources Wales has proposed cutting £13 million from their budget, and those budget cuts will disproportionately affect outdoor recreation, like mountain biking.
The UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Championship race is coming to West Virginia this weekend. We preview the course and key matchups.
The new Mogo trail system in the Eurobodalla Shire in New South Wales, Australia, will be home to 130km of new purpose-built mountain bike trails — and 70km are already open.
New bikes and gear from Canyon, Cotic, Brompton, Vittoria, State, SQlab, Tifosi, and Crankbrothers.
We put the new Fox Transfer Neo dropper seatpost to the test, and spoke with an engineer about the decisions that went into its design.
The new Specialized Stumpjumper 15 mountain bike is now available in an aluminum alloy frame, with prices starting at $3,000 for a complete bike.
Craig Calfee of Calfee Design talks about building bike frames from carbon fiber and bamboo, adjustable geometry, mountain tandems, and more in this wide-ranging conversation.
The Santa Cruz Hightower 4 trail/all-mountain bike reduces anti-squat and sees longer suspension travel with slacker head tube and steeper seat tube angles.
Mountain bike clothing, accessories, and components with savings up to 70% off.
Mountain bikes have been banned on Mount Tamalpais trails in Marin, CA, since 1984. After 40 years of waiting and decades of advocacy, 7 miles of trails are opening to mountain bikers through a pilot program.
We want to know whether you drive a car, truck, SUV, motorcycle, spaceship, or something else to go mountain biking.
The Red Bull Rampage freeride competition returns to Southwestern Utah with a mix of old and new dirt.
Not an REI member yet? A membership pays for itself right now.
The new Industry Nine Solix hubs are the foundation of several new lightweight XC and trail wheelsets, including the M Trail 285 24h, meant for XC to aggressive trail riding. We test them out to see how they hold up.
The Trails at Jakes Rocks are quickly becoming known as one of the best mountain bike destinations in Pennsylvania, and the state has recognized these high-quality trails with their "Trail of the Year" award.
Dawid Godziek attempts to land a mountain bike flip and jump his bike between cars on a moving freight train.
Lael Wilcox has finished her circumnavigation of the globe in a time of 108 days, 12 hours, and 12 minutes, earning the Guinness World Record for "fastest circumnavigation by bicycle (female)."
Dakine is renowned for making durable mountain bike products, and the Dakine Slayer Bike Knee Pad continues that tradition. However, the fit and sizing leave something to be desired.
Check out the new Ari Superior Peak plus a carbon chainring for gravel bikes and a big handlebar bag for staying organized.
If you're visiting Lake Placid, NY, for the UCI World Cup, you have to bring your bike to sample the local trails. Here are the top five trail systems to explore.
The Cannondale Habit trail bike features 140/130mm of front/rear suspension travel and boasts a simple yet refined design.
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