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Wheels
Carbon MTB Wheel Upgrades Under $1,500
Dropper Posts
The Best Dropper Posts You Can Buy in 2025
Tires
The Best Mountain Bike Tires for Every Type of Riding
Saddles
Mountain Bike Saddles for all Butt Shapes and Sizes
Pedals
The Best Mountain Bike Pedals for Every Type of Riding
Brakes
How to Choose the Best Mountain Bike Brakes in 2025: A Buyer's Guide

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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 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
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
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
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
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]
Clipless Pedals
OneUp Clip Pedals claim slimmest clipless MTB pedal on the market [Review]
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
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]
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
A cyclist riding a mountain bike on a rocky trail in a wooded area, with a focus on the bike's rear wheel and the rider's leg. The background features trees with autumn foliage and fallen leaves on the ground.
Drivetrain
SRAM S1000 lowers Eagle Transmission price, performs just as well as GX
Close-up of a polished aluminum PNW Loam bicycle stem component, featuring six dark screws and a distinctive design with the letters "PNW" engraved on the side. The stem rests on a textured stone surface, with a blurred natural background.
Stems
PNW Loam: Finally, a mountain bike stem worthy of the name
A close-up view of a mountain bike lying on grassy ground, with a focus on the tire tread and handlebars. The image is in black and white, featuring a blurred background of trees and cloudy skies.
Tires
The WTB Verdict SG1 tire rolls tough in rain, and all other conditions too [Review]
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Close-up view of a Teravail Washburn gravel bike tire showing its tread pattern, with a portion of the bike's brake system visible in the background. The tire is slightly muddy, indicating outdoor use on a rugged terrain. Soft green foliage and blurred elements suggest a natural setting.
Tires
For a fast-rolling gravel tire, the Teravail Washburn is durable and confident [Review]
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Close-up view of a mountain bike tire, showcasing the tread pattern and branding of the "High Roller" tire. In the background, green grass and blurred elements suggest an outdoor setting.
Tires
The new Maxxis High Roller gravity tire is so tough you don't need to carry an emergency tube
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A mountain biker leaning into a curve on a dirt trail surrounded by dense green foliage and tall trees in a forest setting.
Brakes
Hope XCR Pro E4 brakes combine the best XC and enduro features [Review]
Dropper Posts
The new Fox Transfer dropper: Now with more travel and user serviceability [Review]
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Close-up view of a mountain bike's brake system featuring a black and silver brake caliper with the text "MAVEN" on it, mounted near a circular metal disc rotor. The bike's blue frame is partially visible in the background, highlighting the detail of the brake components against a natural outdoor setting.
Brakes
The SRAM Maven Ultimate Brakes are the new standard by which all MTB brakes will be measured [Review]
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Close-up of a bright orange Race Face Chester bicycle pedal with a hexagonal shape, featuring 11 grip pins for enhanced traction. The pedal is attached to a bike crankset, set against a blurred background of natural ground and greenery.
Flat Pedals
Race Face Chester MTB pedal review
Close-up of a FOX Float X Live Valve shock absorber, featuring adjustable settings for compression and firmness, mounted on a white bicycle frame. The image highlights the intricate design and components of the shock, set against a blurred natural background.
Rear Shocks
Fox Live Valve Neo delivers ultra-fast wireless suspension switching [First ride review]
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A mountain biker navigating a dirt trail through a lush forest, leaning into a turn while wearing protective gear and a helmet. The scene captures the action and excitement of outdoor cycling amidst greenery and trees.
Dropper Posts
Fox Transfer Neo wireless dropper seatpost review
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Two bicycle wheels with bright green spokes, leaning against each other in a store aisle filled with boxes. The background shows shelves stocked with various bike parts and accessories.
Wheels
Lightweight Industry Nine Solix M Trail 285 wheels boast 0.59° engagement angle [Review]
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Close-up of an orange bicycle handle grip attached to the handlebars, with a blurred green background.
Grips
Ritchey WCS Truegrip HD grips deliver a natural feel [Review]
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Flat Pedals
$49 Trail One Vortex pedals are grippy and rebuild kits are free for life* [Review]
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Close-up of an orange bicycle handlebar grip, featuring a textured surface for improved handling. The image also shows a part of the brake lever and a simple clamp. The background is composed of soft-focus greenery, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Grips
Trail One combines bits and pieces of the best MTB grips to make their Hell's Gate grip
Close-up of a mountain bike's front wheel and suspension fork, resting on rocky terrain with a clear blue sky in the background. The tire features deep treads suitable for off-road conditions, and the bike is partially obscured by rocks.
Forks
MRP Ribbon LT Coil fork review: Support and traction in any situation
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Brakes
My stock eMTB brakes felt under-powered, so I tried Hope Tech 4 V4 brakes [Review]
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Drivetrain
TRP EVO 12 mechanical drivetrain brings competition to SRAM, Shimano [Review]
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A person riding a mountain bike on a dirt trail surrounded by trees. The photo captures the bike from a low angle, focusing on the rear wheel and the rider's legs. Sunlight filters through the foliage, illuminating the trail ahead.
Dropper Posts
$159 PNW Range dropper post review: Affordable performance
A close-up view of a mountain bike's drivetrain, featuring a rider's foot on the pedal. The bike is navigating over rocky terrain, surrounded by leaves and underbrush. The bike frame is prominently branded with "CANYON," and the tire has a tread pattern suitable for off-road biking.
Drivetrain
One year later: SRAM GX Eagle Transmission
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A close-up of a black dropper post resting on a weathered wooden post, with calm water in the background. Two boats are visible in the distance, docked near a series of wooden structures. The sky is overcast, creating a serene atmosphere.
Dropper Posts
The Wolf Tooth Resolve Rev2 dropper is self-bleeding with up to 242mm of travel
Tires All
Clik Valve improves on Presta, but adds new complications
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Close-up view of a mountain bike tire resting on dirt and leaves, featuring visible brand markings "Stans" and "Macro 2.4 29." The tire's tread pattern is highlighted, showcasing its design for off-road cycling.
Tires
The WTB Macro mountain bike tire is designed for XC racing, but that's not all
Close-up image of a mountain bike tire on a grassy background, highlighting the tread pattern and dirt on the tire.
Tires
All-new Bontrager Gunnison Pro XR is a set and forget tire
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Tire Sealants
Stan's Tubeless Sealant Injector goes high volume and doesn't suck [Review]
Close-up of a pair of black Praxis bicycle pedals resting on a textured stone surface, with visible dirt and mud indicating outdoor use.
Flat Pedals
Praxis Podium Flat Pedal Review
A person riding a mountain bike on a rocky trail in a wooded area, wearing a red plaid shirt and black pants. The bike features thick tires and a durable frame, navigating through a landscape with scattered rocks and fallen leaves.
Forks
RockShox Pike Ultimate Trail Fork [Review]
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Dropper Posts
With Little Left to Improve, the BikeYoke Revive v3 Focuses on Maximizing Travel [Review]
A close-up view of a purple bicycle pedal mounted on a bike, with the surrounding grass and plants in soft focus. The pedal features a distinctive design with a textured surface and numerous traction pins for grip. The brand name "Wolf Tooth" and the model "Ripsaw" are visible on the pedal.
Flat Pedals
New Wolf Tooth Ripsaw Flat Pedal [Review]
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A person riding a mountain bike on a rocky trail in a wooded area, wearing a red and black plaid shirt and black pants. The bike features a prominently visible front wheel and suspension system, and the scene is illuminated by bright sunlight, highlighting the greenery and rocky terrain around.
Dropper Posts
The Updated SDG Tellis v2 Dropper Post After Nearly 1,000 miles of MTB [Review]
Flat Pedals
Marin Oso Flat Pedals: Large Platform for a Medium Price [Review]
Close-up view of the rear wheel and drivetrain of a mountain bike, showing the tire tread, derailleur, and cassette, set against a natural background of grass and trees.
Wheels
Roval Traverse SL II Stand Up to Alloy-Level Abuse [Review]
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Close-up view of a mountain bike tire with a rugged tread pattern, showing dirt and debris, set against a blurred natural background of leaves and grass.
Tires
Schwalbe Hans Dampf is a Surprisingly Tough Tire [Review]
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