Mountain Bike

Suspension Tech: How do temperature changes affect suspension performance?

Last week we covered how changes in air pressure and altitude affect your air fork and shock. This week, we check back in with Fox…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 25, 2018

Paul Component Engineering unboxes their first 35 x 35mm Boxcar stem

One day after Industry Nine unveiled their first stem to the world, Paul Component Engineering is reminding us that they too machine their own stems…

Written by Zach Overholt October 24, 2018

BikeYoke Divine SL pops up a super light, short 80mm travel XC dropper post

We took an exclusive first preview at BikeYoke’s Divine SL dropper earlier this summer. The new lightweight, cut-to-size, short-travel dropper seatpost is designed for shorter…

Written by Cory Benson October 24, 2018

Pivot Switchblade reopens with new Fox DPX2 shock & longer travel Fox 36 fork

One of the best mid-travel 29ers is getting even better. Pivot just announced that their Switchblade 29/27.5+ ripper is getting a few suspension upgrades that…

Written by Zach Overholt October 23, 2018

Sage Flow Motion, US-made titanium all-mountain hardtail is trail-ready

Back at Sea Otter last spring we got an early look at Sage Titanium’s first mountain bike – the Flow Motion all-mountain hardtail. Now six months…

Written by Cory Benson October 23, 2018

Winter is coming and ENVE is ready w/ new Fat Fork & M685 fat bike wheels

It finally happened. ENVE is making a fat bike rim. Not only that, but they’re also making a fat bike fork – and both look…

Written by Zach Overholt October 23, 2018

Hands on: Industry Nine A35 stem turns with precision from CNC machining

The latest piece of performance bicycle jewelry from Industry Nine has nothing to do with your wheels. Instead, I9 is living up to the new…

Written by Zach Overholt October 23, 2018

Just In: Specialized Stumpjumper Comp Carbon 12 speed LT 29er

When it comes to the new 2019 Specialized Stumpjumper, there are a lot of options. Just look at how long the name is – it…

Written by Zach Overholt October 22, 2018

e*thirteen keeps it fast & aggressive with new Semi Slick TRS & LG1 tires

Ready or not, e*thirteen is coming in hot with their new Semi Slick rear tire. Perfect for those times where a full treaded rear tire…

Written by Zach Overholt October 22, 2018

Suspension Tech: Does a change in altitude affect air suspension performance?

We hear stories about riders burping air around the seals of their forks when they get to the top of the mountain. Or pros who…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 19, 2018

Momsen VIPA ULTRA offers dual in-frame storage options for MTB stage racing

Momsen is back with an all new VIPA, but this one is bringing a bunch of storage along with it. Specifically designed for the world…

Written by Zach Overholt October 19, 2018

Nukeproof launches 2019 Digger adventure bike, Scout Hardtail & updated Mega

Nukeproof has been plenty busy while preparing for 2019, but three of their new bike specifically should make a big splash. One of the most…

Written by Zach Overholt October 18, 2018

Rip “down country” on new Race Face Next SL carbon XC mountain bike wheels

Aimed at the XC racer that likes to push past the groomed singletrack, the new Race Face Next SL carbon fiber mountain bike wheels round…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 18, 2018

Cane Creek product line grows with Hellbender 70 premium headsets

Walk through the production facility at Cane Creek, and you’ll see a lot of different products. Suspension forks, rear shocks, high end rim brakes, seat…

Written by Zach Overholt October 17, 2018

Shimano approves Industry Nine’s own Micro Spline compatible freehub bodies

One of the most buzz worthy trends at Interbike was how companies planned to get around the Micro Spline Road block. Other than DT Swiss,…

Written by Zach Overholt October 15, 2018

WTB Vigilante gets bolder with new 27.5 x 2.8″ plus size

File this under good news for fans of plus tires – WTB’s Vigilante is getting bigger. When plus bikes first started gaining popularity, most of…

Written by Zach Overholt October 15, 2018

#Vanlife: The Overland Access EDC might be the ultimate adventure camping trailer

At this point, for us anyways, Vanlife is just a tongue in cheek hashtag. While it may best apply to the finer points of living…

Written by Zach Overholt October 15, 2018

45NRTH Wölvhammer winter boots get a Boa upgrade for better fit

We haven’t even had the proper weather to test the new 45NRTH Ragnarök shoes, and it’s already time for a new Wölvhammer. Winter is coming though, at some…

Written by Zach Overholt October 11, 2018

Suspension Tech: How much air do you lose disconnecting a shock pump?

If you’ve ever set your air fork or shock’s suspension pressure, checked sag and then put the pump back on to make an adjustment, you’ve…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 11, 2018

First Ride: Cannondale Habit 29er trail bike in Germany’s Black Forest

As part of the launch for the new 130 mm travel trail bike, the Habit, we headed to Cannondale’s European HQ in Freiburg, Germany. Freiburg…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan October 11, 2018

Groms won’t fear the Reaper on Rocky Mountain’s new youth trail bikes

Looking to give your little ripper the best? Normally, the ‘Reaper’ is a name that most companies would steer away from when it comes to…

Written by Zach Overholt October 11, 2018

Danny MacAskill gets #DownrightDirty in the new Endura MT500 rain suit onesie

Riding in the rain sucks. Well, at least you think it does until you actually get out there. As long as you have the right…

Written by Zach Overholt October 10, 2018

Santos Cross Lite alloy belt drive bike tells us This is Bikepacking

Dutch premium touring bike maker Santos has put together a new side of their direct to consumer website sharing stories and highlighting the ways to…

Written by Cory Benson October 10, 2018

2019 Cannondale Habit ready to shred with all-new Proportional Response design

Take everything you thought you knew about the Cannondale Habit and throw it straight out the window – the newest trail bike from Cannondale has…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan October 09, 2018

Mason Aspect, new titanium road bike, plus alternate ISO off-road adventure build

Almost two weeks ago, Mason Cycles debuted their newest, most off-the-beaten-track adventure bike – the dynamo 29er-equipped ISO. Now that bike already has another, more…

Written by Cory Benson October 09, 2018

Last day to win Richie Rude’s Dream Yeti SB6 from Backcountry Lifeline

Once again, Backcountry Lifeline is hosting a raffle to help improve emergency preparedness to the mountain bike community. Founded in 2015 after the death of…

Written by Zach Overholt October 09, 2018

Batch Bicycles whips up a new option for affordable bikes for kids & adults

Even if you don’t have a lot of money to spend, you should still be able to get a quality bike. Well, that’s how Batch…

Written by Zach Overholt October 08, 2018

New Cotic RocketMAX steel enduro bike gets more travel, longer geo in 29 or 27.5+

The new big-wheeled RocketMAX builds on the success Cotic’s original steel full-suspension enduro bike, but now stretched out for steeper and more technical riding. Developed around…

Written by Cory Benson October 08, 2018