Mountain bikers have been known to wear tight lycra shorts, cut off jorts, polyester baggies, khaki work pants, mesh basketball shorts, and just about anything else that's been available.
Wearing a pair of mountain bike jorts transforms the ride for this reviewer.
Our best reads of the month include grappling with what's worth buying in this tight bike market, checking out trips and trails in the southern US and the southern hemisphere, and learning about Italian trail development.
Who better recognizes the apparel needs of women mountain bikers better than women? Four looks from four brands.
This month sees some truly impressive mountain bike trail openings, many of which have been years in the making.
XC is still the most spectate-able discipline and the Olympics again proved to be a great international playing ground for mountain biking.
It's patently clear that there are some mountain bikers behind this new gear from Rapha, and the Trail Hip Pack is a sweet option any time you need to carry more than your pockets can manage.
Dropper post problems? Here are a few fixes you can try at home.
A unique public-private partnership at Coal Basin Ranch in Pitkin County, Colorado leads to new trails and environmental restoration.
Some people spend their entire life discovering who they really are, and what they're meant to do. Blake Hansen knew early on.
Ibis is making the carbon fiber Exie XC mountain bike in California. Complete builds start at $8,000.
The MX Rally is a limited edition Guerilla Gravity build with mixed wheels for the Megatrail and Shred Dogg enduro and trail bikes.
The Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper is the next mid-travel trail bike that’s in for testing as a part of our upcoming Mid-Travel Mountain Bike Mashup which drops this fall.
Swiss mountain bikers take the top three spots in the women's Olympic race.
Stock may be limited but there are some amazing deals on MTB upgrades and extras to ride through the rest of summer.
Results from mens mountain bike racing at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
The Lapierre Spicy mountain bike excels on tighter trails, where a massive wheelbase and slacker head tube would feel cumbersome.
How does tubeless mountain bike tire sealant work? We find out from Mike Bush, President of Stans.
With a chair lift ride to the top, mountain bikers don't need to earn their turns.
The Rapha Lightweight Trail Jacket comes with a nylon strap so riders can stuff the shell in its breast pocket and strap the bundle to the bike frame.
The Starling Spur enduro bike features a 9-speed gearbox and a steel frame.
If speed = fun, this mountain bike fork might be worth a squish.
Here are a few of the mountain bikes we can expect to see at the Olympic starting line on July 26.
The new Öhlins RXF38 m.2 single crown mountain bike fork is said to offer a similar ride feel to the dual crown version, with a lighter weight and wider turning radius.
Italian mountain bike YouTuber, Andrea Zilliani (Zili), is about as chill and humble as they come.
Velocio looks to find a better way to make bike apparel and to reckon with the environmental impacts.
Today's mountain bikes are more capable than ever. At the same time trails have been improved too. What happens when you add the two together?
The second-generation Gloworm XSV bike light offers customizable brightness modes and optics, a long-lasting battery, well-considered plugs and cables, and a flexible mounting system.
This film follows the build process of the new Blueprint Trail in Cumberland, BC.
On August 9, US citizens and permanent residents will be able to enter Canada again for mountain biking, if they have been fully vaccinated for at least 14 days ahead of their travel.
A man biking at Halpatiokee Regional Park in Stuart, Florida was attacked by an alligator after falling off the trail and into the water below.
The Vitus Escarpe 29 is the first mid-travel trail bike that's in for testing as a part of our upcoming Mid-Travel Mountain Bike Mashup which drops this fall.
Red Bull held their first mountain bike event post-peak coronavirus madness, and Raw Slalom held in Killington, Vermont mixed in a heavy dose of ruggedness.
There's a spankin' new PNW Range Handlebar with a 31.8mm or 35mm clamping surface, so riders can choose the weight and flex they prefer. It's also lighter than the Gen2 model.
Are you "so enduro bro"? Well, even if you're not, here's a list of tough and stylish gear that will make you FEEL as though you're racing in the EWS.
Everything you need to know about the Tokyo 2020 Olympics mountain bike competition.
Ride like a local on the North Shore of Vancouver, British Columbia. Penny Deck is our guide as we explore this mountain bike destination to discover the best trails and learn about the folks who maintain them.
Leg cramps are the worst. Well ok, a pedal strike to the shin is pretty terrible too, but cramps are definitely near the tops of the list.
We tested four of the best pairs of mountain biking pants for everyday trail riding or summer bike park days.
The Bureau of Land Management has proposed three solutions in the standoff between a gravel mine and the popular Solstice mountain bike trail in Salida, Colorado. A public comment period is open through August 14, 2021.
What can you get for $1,299 these days? Well, a lot of things, including a Grand Canyon aluminum hardtail mountain bike from Canyon Bicycles.
The fashion industry as a whole has one of the biggest ecological footprints in the world. Cycling apparel brands have the potential to make a strong impact by using recycled materials for their products.
Mountain biker Dillon Lemarr goes big at Ride Kanuga bike park near Asheville, NC.
The PNW-based brand has new links to adjust the character of four popular mountain bike frames from Evil, Ibis, and Giant.
For proper control, posture, and breathing on your mountain bike, it's important to have good upper back mobility and lower back stability.
There are a few bolts worth checking after fetching your bike from the bike shop.
Norco has reintroduced their fleet of e-MTBs with a new Range VLT, Sight VLT, and Fluid VLT. Each bike can be purchased with one of three battery options; a 540Wh, 720Wh, and a 900Wh, depending on how much power the rider wants.
Why does my friend's GPS show a longer or shorter ride than mine? We look at six units, and offer tips for improving GPS tracking accuracy on any device.
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