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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.

Close-up of a mountain bike tire with a textured tread pattern, labeled "MINION DHR." The tire is partially resting on a forest floor with blurred greenery and fallen branches in the background.
Tires
Is this Maxxis’ answer to radial tires? Maxxis Minion DHX review
A pair of black skate shoes resting on a wooden surface. The shoes feature a mix of materials, including suede and leather, with a round logo tag on the tongue. The design includes perforated sections and a gum sole. Natural greenery is blurred in the background.
Clipless Pedal Shoes
Drift Minna review: Sticky-soled SPD/flat mountain bike shoes for $189
A lineup of five compact electronic devices placed on a flat surface. From left to right, they include a Topeak device, a black and orange Flexi unit, an XSIMAX product with a red knob, a small black device featuring a logo, and a larger Fanttik unit with a hose and buttons. The background shows blurred greenery, indicating an outdoor setting.
Electronics
Electric bike pumps reviewed: The fastest, lightest, and loudest portable inflators [Updated]
Two devices labeled "Fanttik" are displayed side by side on a light-colored table. The one on the left is primarily black with yellow lettering, while the one on the right is silver with black lettering. In the background, there are hints of lush green plants, creating a vibrant outdoor setting.
Pumps
Fanttik X10 Ace Mini vs. Tiny: Nearly identical electric bike pumps, but I have a favorite
A hand holding a digital tire pressure gauge, displaying a reading of 16.5 PSI, while measuring the pressure of a bicycle tire. The gauge is connected to the tire's valve, with a close-up view of the wheel and tire labeled "MAXXIS."
Pumps
Lezyne E-Drive review: A fast, long-lasting electric bike pump with a replaceable battery
A purple mountain bike with a lightweight frame, front suspension, and drops of muddy dirt, parked on a wooden boardwalk in a rugged outdoor setting, surrounded by brush and trees.
Enduro Bikes
Trek Fuel EX vs. LX review: Putting modular claims to the practical test.
Package of a dropper post featuring features such as adjustable saddle height and travel distance, displayed on a bed of gravel with a large rock in the background.
Dropper Posts
Walmart's $84 Ozark Trail dropper post is cheap, but I wish it were longer [Review]
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Close-up of a bicycle handlebar with a mounted LED light, showing the brand name "KORYAK" and details of the light's attachment mechanism and the handlebar itself. The background features a blurred, natural setting with soft bokeh.
Lights
This cheap Amazon bike light bar is super bright, but some buyers report battery problems
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A close-up view of a bicycle's seat post and frame, showing a dropper post mechanism. The bike features a mint green frame and a textured tire with a brown sidewall. In the background, blurred greenery suggests an outdoor setting, with fallen leaves and soft lighting enhancing the natural atmosphere.
Dropper Posts
How a $199 PNW dropper post made me rethink gravel biking [Review]
7 min
Close-up of a mountain bike tire with the text "K Ripper TRAIL" visible, showing its knobby tread and tubeless-ready design. The rim and a portion of the wheel's spokes are also visible, with a natural outdoor setting in the background.
Tires
Kenda Ripper review: A trail tire that rolls fast with surprising grip
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Two gray bicycle grips with a herringbone texture are resting on a rocky surface. The grips have black end caps with the text "PNW COMPONENTS" visible.
Cockpit
PNW Range mountain bike grips add new size options to fit more hands [Review]
7 min
A person standing in a forest, wearing a light-colored long-sleeve shirt and brown shorts. They have a black waist pack secured around their waist, with some gear and a water bottle attached. The background features tall trees and grassy ground, indicating an outdoor setting.
Hip Packs
Why the High Above Cascadia hip pack falls just short of perfection [Review]
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A collection of black straps and a mounting hardware piece laid out on a textured concrete surface. The straps are labeled with the brand name "tailfin" and have multiple holes for adjustability. The assembly includes a small rectangular piece designed for attachment, alongside a strip with several connectors.
Accessories
Modern mountain bikes don't have enough bottle mounts. Tailfin HydroMount fixes that.
6 min
A black mountain bike with "Specialized" branding is positioned on a dirt path surrounded by greenery. The bike features thick tires and a sturdy frame, showcasing its design for rugged terrain. In the background, trees and foliage can be seen against a light sky.
Cross Country Bikes
Specialized Epic 9 sharpens XC race focus [Review] 
9 min
A man wearing sunglasses and a light-colored shirt secures a mountain bike onto a bike rack, surrounded by lush green trees in the background. He is focused on adjusting the bike, which has a bright orange bag attached to the handlebars.
Tops & Jerseys
Solid-color, t-shirt style jerseys for mountain biking
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A close-up view of a cyclist's leg positioned on the frame of a white mountain bike, with a focus on the bike's rear suspension and components. The background features foliage with autumn colors. The cyclist is wearing dark pants and shoes, highlighting active outdoor gear.
Saddles
Specialized Power Pro Mirror saddle delivers chamois-free comfort for MTB rides
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Close-up of a bicycle's handlebar featuring a SRAM gear shifter with a sleek design, wrapped in black tape for grip. The background shows a blurred green environment, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Cockpit
Ratio Drop Dropper lever review: The best drop bar remote I've tested
6 min
A bicycle seat with a small black storage bag attached, featuring a rolled tube and various tools partially visible inside. The bag is opened to reveal its contents against a blurred green grass background.
Gear Bags
Redshift Quickdraw saddle bag review
3 min
A mountain bike parked on a dirt trail in a forested area. The bike features a sleek black frame, thick tires with visible tread, and two water bottles mounted on the frame. Surrounding the bike are pine trees and scattered pine needles on the ground.
Mountain bikes
The Lauf eElja is the lightest and most unique e-bike I've ever ridden [Review]
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Close-up of a bicycle's drivetrain, featuring the chain, pedal, and rear tire. The image highlights the details of the bicycle components, showing dirt and wear from outdoor use.
Tires
Pirelli Cinturato gravel bike tire review
3 min
A person standing in a forest, wearing a light green short-sleeved shirt with a contour map design. The individual has their hand on their hip and is looking off to the side, with trees and greenery in the background.
Tops & Jerseys
Praise be to the button-up mountain bike jersey
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Close-up view of a red aluminum block with two blue bearings and a threaded bolt in the center. The component is mounted on a wooden surface, and a black hose connects to one side.
Accessories
Store more bikes in a small space with the 1UP RS Slide
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A close-up view of a cyclist's foot on a bicycle pedal, showcasing a metallic pedal attached to a mountain bike frame. The background features blurred greenery, indicating an outdoor setting, with a clear sky above. The cyclist is wearing black pants and a red shirt.
Flat Pedals
Fresh ride review: Praxis G2 Brodium SL lightweight flat pedals for trail and enduro
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Close-up view of a mountain bike rear tire on grassy terrain. The tire features a textured tread pattern, and part of the bike's frame is visible in the background, showcasing dirt accumulation. The focus is on the tire, highlighting its rugged design suitable for off-road cycling.
Tires
Delium radial mountain bike tires: The Rugged and Versatile, tested
6 min
Close-up image of a bicycle's handlebar featuring a black stem with a label reading "flexxx." The handlebars are positioned against a blurred outdoor background with greenery, capturing details of the bike's components.
Handlebars
The $400 Fasst Flexx enduro handlebar is designed to improve control and reduce pump [Review]
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An energy gel packet on a bed of dark gravel stones. The packet is orange with a label that reads "GU Energy Gel," specifying the flavor as "Sour Peach" and noting it contains no caffeine.
Nutrition
I swore off Gu Energy Gels for years. One new flavor brought me back.
3 min
Close-up of a mountain bike tire with visible tread patterns, labeled "Dissector." The tire is slightly dirty and set against a blurred background of green foliage and trees, indicating an outdoor setting.
Tires
Is the Maxxis Dissector an upgrade over the Minion DHR II? [Review]
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Close-up of a cyclist's foot wearing a black and brown biking shoe, placed on a pedal of a bright green mountain bike. The cyclist is also wearing a patterned sock, and the bike features elements of off-road design, showcasing a natural outdoor background.
Mountain Bike Shoes
Drift ARC review: A clipless and flat pedal MTB shoe in one, and it's waterproof too
7 min
A close-up view of a black and red rack attachment mounted on a wooden surface, designed for outdoor use. The attachment features cutouts for securing equipment and is connected to a cylindrical component, with earth and foliage visible in the background.
Accessories
Store any hitch-mounted bike rack with the 1UP USA Rack Stash wall mount
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Packs
Arctos Swift pack pairs a hip pack with a backpack for performance that outweighs unconventional looks [Review]
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A close-up view of a bike light mounted on a helmet, with a blurred background of greenery. The light features three bright LED bulbs encased in a transparent cover, mounted securely on the helmet. The overall image conveys a sense of outdoor adventure and safety.
Lights
Review: Full On Lighting's MB6 brings ultra-wide 6,100-lumen beam so you can ride FAST
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A man wearing a white cycling helmet and a green backpack with a hydration tube stands in front of lush green foliage. He has a beard and is dressed in an orange long-sleeve shirt.
Half Shell Helmets
New POC Cularis Pure helmet offers interchangeable helmet cover
5 min
A close-up view of a bike pedal with a foot wearing a light-colored cycling shoe resting on it, showcasing the shoe's laces and logo. The bike frame is turquoise, partially obscured by mud, indicating use in outdoor terrain, with green grass in the background.
Clipless Pedal Shoes
Crankbrothers Trail Speed Lace Vent clipless MTB shoes keep your feet cool [Review]
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