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Mountain Bikes and Gear Reviews

Our team of mountain bike and gear testers have decades of mountain biking experience. We recognize mountain bikes and gear can be expensive and as mountain bikers ourselves, we aim to help you make informed purchase decisions.

A man wearing a black bicycle helmet and sunglasses stands in profile against a backdrop of mountains and a clear blue sky. He is dressed in a blue and teal athletic shirt, with sparse vegetation and dry grass visible in the foreground.
Half Shell Helmets
POC Cularis mountain bike helmet review
A person wearing a blue and black long-sleeve shirt and a helmet stands in a grassy field, facing away from the camera. They are carrying a black and green backpack. In the background, mountains with snow-capped peaks are visible under a clear blue sky.
Hydration Packs
Dakine Seeker 10L MTB hydration backpack review
Cranksets
FSA Gradient MTB crankset review
Close-up of a mountain bike wheel featuring a partially visible chain and a distinctive tan-colored tire sidewall, set against a background of leaves and earth.
Tires
Teravail Drawpoint downcountry tire review
A person riding a mountain bike on a rocky trail in a forested area. The cyclist is wearing a helmet and casual athletic clothing, navigating through large stones and uneven terrain surrounded by trees and greenery.
Trail Bikes
2026 Specialized Turbo Levo 4 eMTB review
A green gravel bike with muddy tires, parked on a gravel path surrounded by trees and foliage. The bike features a sleek design with a curved frame and drop handlebars, showcasing its off-road capabilities.
Gravel Bikes
Niner ORE 9 RDO gravel bike review
A close-up view of a black bicycle seat, featuring a streamlined design with perforated patterns for added grip and comfort. The word "ROCKET" is embossed on the side of the seat. In the background, green ivy leaves create a natural setting.
Saddles
WTB Rocket mountain bike saddle review
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Five exercise resistance bands of various colors (brown, pink, orange, yellow, and teal) are neatly arranged on a white slatted surface, surrounded by green grass and fallen leaves. Each band is coiled at one end.
Tires All
6 TPU inner tubes, trail tested
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Close-up view of a bicycle saddle mounted on a seat post, with raindrops visible on the wet surface. The background features a blurred tree and green grass, indicating an outdoor setting.
Dropper Posts
RockShox Reverb AXS wireless electronic dropper post review
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Close-up of a bicycle handlebar attachment featuring a light with a visible LED beam and a GPS device mounted above it, set against a blurred green background of foliage.
Lights
KOM Cycling Quick Release bike light review
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A close-up image of a tool labeled "crankbrothers" nestled among budding green leaves and thin branches in a natural setting.
Cockpit
Crankbrothers Guardian mountain bike hand guard review
A person wearing a white bicycle helmet with ventilation features and a gray strap, standing in a wooded area. They are dressed in a dark hoodie and sunglasses, looking thoughtfully to the side.
Half Shell Helmets
Smith Forefront 3 mountain bike helmet review
A close-up of a person's wrist wearing a Garmin smartwatch, displaying the time as 4:45. The person's hand is positioned to interact with the watch, and they are wearing a ring on their finger. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Watches
Garmin Instinct 2S Solar fitness watch review
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Smiling woman outdoors, adjusting the hood of her navy blue jacket, with trees and blue sky in the background.
Jackets
11 women's cycling jackets, tested and reviewed in all conditions
A person standing on a grassy field, wearing black DFYRS Coffindodger mountain bike pants with gray patches and a patterned black shirt. Their footwear is rugged and suitable for outdoor activity. The background features green grass with scattered leaves.
Pants
3 mountain bike pants for trail and enduro riding from spring to fall
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A modern mountain bike with a sleek silver frame and wide tires sits on a bed of colorful autumn leaves in a forest setting. The bike features a sturdy front fork, a multi-speed gear system, and a minimalist design, surrounded by lush green foliage and trees in the background.
Hardtail bikes
Canfield Yelli Screamy hardtail mountain bike review
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A close-up image of a sleek black cycling shoe, featuring a distinctive logo and a combination of straps and a dial for securing the fit. The shoe is positioned on grass with some fallen leaves, showcasing its smooth surface and perforated design for ventilation.
Clipless Pedal Shoes
The Sidi Physis MTB shoe marks the brand's return to the USA [Review]
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Close-up of a gardening tool with a black, metal head and an orange handle, resting on soil scattered with dried leaves. The tool features a triangular design with multiple prongs, indicating its use for raking or cultivating soil in a garden setting.
Trail Maintenance
The Backslope Clyde is a better, more effective McLeod tool for trail building [Review]
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A pair of black protective knee pads laid out on green grass. The pads feature a sleek design with a breathable fabric and ventilation holes on one side. One of the pads includes a strap for secure fit, while both display branding labels.
Knee Pads
ION Arcon LT mountain bike knee pads review
A person standing in a green park, looking down at the ground. They are wearing a Yeti Turq Edge jacket, black pants, and a cap. The background features bare trees and a building in the distance. The scene is set on a cloudy day.
Jackets
Reserve these winter MTB jackets for the coldest days, or else you'll overheat
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Close-up view of a bicycle's bottom bracket area, featuring the chain, gears, and black labeling indicating "4130 Chromoly Steel" and "State Bicycle Company." The background is softly blurred with earthy tones, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Gravel Bikes
State 4130 All-Road steel gravel bike test ride review
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Close-up image of a dark fabric with water droplets on its surface, showcasing water resistance. The word "ENDURA" is prominently displayed in white on the fabric.
Pants
Please don't mountain bike in the rain... Without these waterproof pants
A person wearing a black cycling helmet and a green plaid shirt kneels on the ground in a forested area, surrounded by trees and greenery, with a focused expression as they engage with their surroundings.
Half Shell Helmets
Fox Speedframe Pro mountain bike helmet review
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A mountain biker performing a jump on a trail surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery. The image captures the motion and excitement of the ride, with the background slightly blurred to emphasize speed.
Cross Country Bikes
2025 Rocky Mountain Element C70 XC bike review
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Close-up image of a mountain bike tire resting on grassy ground, with the text "Schwalbe Albert Gravity Pro TLR 29x2.50 Soft Radial" visible on the sidewall. The background is blurred, emphasizing the tire and the surrounding grass.
Tires
Schwalbe Albert MTB tires boast "30% more contact area than conventional tires" [Review]
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Clipless Pedals
OneUp Clip Pedals claim slimmest clipless MTB pedal on the market [Review]
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A close-up view of a person kneeling on grass, wearing a Giro knee pad on the left knee. The knee pad is designed with a textured surface and features the Giro logo prominently. The individual is also wearing blue shorts and has a hand resting on the knee pad. In the background, there is a blurred wooden fence and greenery.
Knee Pads
When 'flexible' knee sleeves won't flex: Giro Loam Knee Sleeve review
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A close-up view of a bicycle wheel rim on a textured surface, featuring a pink valve tool and several spokes attached to the rim. Sunlight casts shadows across the surface.
Tire Sealants
This tire sealant dipstick isn't quite as dumb as it sounds
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A close-up view of black waterproof biking shoes, partially covered in mud, positioned on a leaf-strewn trail. The shoes feature a sleek design with gray accents, showcasing the brand name "Leatt" on the side. The background is blurred, emphasizing the shoes against a natural, outdoor setting.
Clipless Pedal Shoes
Leatt Hydradri 7.0 Clip winter MTB shoes are warm and dry [Review]
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Close-up shot of a WTB Judge SG1 bicycle tire with a rugged tread pattern, showing dirt and debris, alongside a blurred bicycle chain in the background.
Tires
The WTB Judge SG1 is a fantastic rear tire for enduro [Review]
A mountain biker in an orange shirt and black shorts jumps over a rocky section of a trail in a forest, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
Trail Bikes
The Specialized Stumpjumper 15 is the best MTB I've ever tested.
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Close-up view of a bicycle tire with a knobby tread pattern, showcasing dirt and debris, set against a blurred background of greenery and wood.
Tires
Teravail Rutland gravel bike tire is basically a mini MTB tire
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Close-up of a bicycle seat with an electric control device on top. The device has a button and a red indicator light, with a wire connecting it to the bike. The background shows a blurred view of the bicycle frame.
Saddles
Heat-moldable Reform Tantalus bike saddle promises a comfortable, custom fit