Mountain Bike

Review: Kenda Honey Badger Pro Mountain Bike Tires

After riding the Kenda Honey Badger on demo bikes around Park City, Utah, on some amazing singletrack, I requested a set in for a formal…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 29, 2013

Found: Custom Moldable Imprint Bike Grips from TMR Designs

When it comes to ergonomic grips, there are no shortage of fans. By tailoring the shape of the grip to better suit the natural curve…

Written by Zach Overholt December 27, 2013

Friday Shredits – Merry Christmas from Mongoose, More Cold Rolled Fatbike Action, More

Mongoose is wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year in a way that is near to our hearts – bikes! Santa and…

Written by Zach Overholt December 27, 2013

Just In: SportCrafters’ Take-it-Anywhere, Folding, Compact Omnium Trainer

Tired of lugging around that heavy trainer that folds down to the size of an old desktop computer? Lay your eyes on the production version…

Written by Zach Overholt December 27, 2013

24k Gold Extreme Mountain Bike – World’s Most Expensive Fatbike?

We’ve seen gold plated bikes before – Peacock Groove had their gold plated 29er at NAHBS, there are gold plated BMX bikes like this Hutch…

Written by Zach Overholt December 24, 2013

Long Term Review: Avid X0 Trail Brakes

The Avid X0 Trail Brakes launched in March 2012, then were joined by an Elixir 7 & 9 level options in April 2013. Both promised…

Written by Bikerumor Staff December 23, 2013

Reader’s Rides, er, Wheels – Custom I9 Derby 29er Wheelset

Frank from Marty’s Reliable Cycle in Hackettstown, NJ wanted a pair of heavy duty carbon wheels. Rad carbon wheels, made with Industry Nine hubs and…

Written by Zach Overholt December 23, 2013

Club Ride Introduces Air Liner Innerwear Bib Short Liner

Following the likes of Dirt Baggies, Pearl Izumi, and others, bib comfort is slowly making its way over to mountain biking. Sure, racers have been…

Written by Zach Overholt December 20, 2013

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

IMBA and Bell Helmets have also announced that they will be taking applications for the 2014 Bell Built Grants starting January through February. Get…

Written by Kristi Benedict December 20, 2013

Friday Shredits: Cold Rolled Fatbike Singletrack, PDW, Rampage and more

It’s like Tron in real life. Thanks to WOOProductions and Endless Gap, we get this enlightening video where LEDs were mounted to both bike and…

Written by Zach Overholt December 20, 2013

Sneak Peek: Wolf Tooth Components’ GC 42t Cassette Adapter!

If you’re machining anti-drop chainrings in house, it only makes sense that you would make your own 42t cassette adapter as well. At least, that…

Written by Zach Overholt December 20, 2013

Company Spotlight: Endless Bike Company

Ask any single speeder and they’ve probably at least heard of Endless Bike Company. When it came time to outfit our Sun Ringle DJ Single…

Written by Zach Overholt December 19, 2013

Recall of Duty – Fox’s Select Evolution Fork Recall Receives CPSC Approval, Trek Recalls Select Madones

Fox’s recall of Evolution model suspension forks which was initiated in October, has recently received approval from the CPSC. The CPSC report lists a much…

Written by Bikerumor Staff December 19, 2013

Lamere Cycles Introduces Factory Direct Carbon Fatbike Frame and Fork

Lamere makes no attempt at hiding the fact that their frames are directly from Asia, in fact they embrace it. The latest blacked out carbon…

Written by Zach Overholt December 19, 2013

QBP Cranks Up MSW Brand with Line of 8 Clipless Pedals

Kicking off the start of their new brand MSW, QBP recently introduced a line of pedals designed to cater to causal cyclists, commuters, and those…

Written by Zach Overholt December 18, 2013

Houseboats, Mountain Bikes, and Beer: Niner Bikes Announces Title Sponsorship of Dirt Rag’s Dirt Fest

Our friends over at Dirt Rag know how to throw a mountain bike party, and to continue the tradition Dirt Fest 2014 is scheduled for…

Written by Zach Overholt December 18, 2013

E13 TRS Race Cranks and Guide Ring M – Unboxed, Weighed, & First Impressions

With the recent advancements in drivetrain technology, its never been a better time to be a MTB biker. The single ring drive train used to…

Written by Saris Mercanti December 18, 2013

Video: Is the Superman Double BackFlip the Craziest Trick You’ve Ever Seen?

With Travis Pastrana at the helm and a heap of talented riders in tow, the television show Nitro Circus has been pushing the limits for…

Written by Saris Mercanti December 17, 2013

Video: Santa Has a New Sleigh in “Rad Santa”

Forget Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Santa needs a Rocky Mountain 770 Altitude Rally Edition to make his deliveries this year in epic style!

Written by Saris Mercanti December 17, 2013

Chiru Adds Unique New 29er & 650B Full Suspension, Hardtail Mountain Bikes

As Eurobike was wrapping up, I passed by Chiru’s booth only to find all the bikes disassembled and boxed. Which was a shame, because they…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 17, 2013

Stages Updates iOS StagesPower App, Firmware for Crank

Good news if you already own a Stages Power Meter, or are planning to get one soon, the latest App update and firmware refresh continues…

Written by Zach Overholt December 17, 2013

Holiday Gift Ideas: Micah’s Cycling Wish List

Rather than pump out some generic Top 10 list, we decided to put a personal touch on it and each curate our own wish lists…

Written by Micah Redfield December 17, 2013

Just In: Token Vigilante 27.5 V32CB Carbon Wheels

Settled on a wheel size, and now looking to upgrade? Following the carbonizing trend of bicycle frames, more and more wheels are being made from…

Written by Zach Overholt December 16, 2013

ENVE Pays Tribute to 2x World Champion Greg Minnaar, with Carbon Minnaarbar

If you can’t swing the the $11,000 for the Limited Edition Greg Minaar replica Santa Cruz V10, you can at least get your hands on…

Written by Zach Overholt December 16, 2013

AbsoluteBlack Teases 40-Tooth Cassette Cog

The OneUp 42t cog got quite a bit of attention, and seems to be working out pretty well for Zach after a few tweaks to…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 15, 2013

Limited Edition Santa Cruz V10 Greg Minaar Replica Downhill Mountain Bike Unveiled

Wanna see what you can do with the same bike as three-time World Champion downhiller Greg Minaar? If you act fast, you could do just…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 15, 2013

Nox Composites Readies AM 27.5 Rims, Offering Pre-Order Special

Tennessee-based upstart Nox Composites has their new AM 27.5″ carbon rims ready for production, and they’re offering a pre-order deal of $399 per rim for…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 14, 2013