Mountain Bike

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

Chrome Bags is giving away a Miller High Life Raleigh cyclocross bike to match the limited edition bags they recently released. All you have to do…

Written by Bikerumor Staff December 09, 2011

Initial Review: Glacier Outdoor Perfect Curve Winter Glove

Recently I was given the chance to review a pair of Glacier Outdoor winter riding gloves, and due to my ignorance of the company I…

Written by Zach Overholt December 09, 2011

Project 24.2: Time for another 24hr race!

See all of our Project 24.2 posts here! With New Mexico suddenly plunged into bitter cold, 88mph winds, and snow, it’s time to think about…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 08, 2011

Which Bicycle Wheels Are Best for Heavier Riders?

Recently we got an email asking which wheels we’d recommend for a cyclist around 250lbs. Well, we didn’t know, so we turned to several wheel…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 07, 2011

Review: Topeak’s unique Air BackPack

When I first saw Topeak’s Air BackPack at Interbike a couple of years back, I thought that it was a really neat idea. Most large-capacity…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 06, 2011

Xmas Is Coming: Capo Phone Pouch

Looking for a gift idea for that cycling in your life who has everything? Look no further… They’re probably stuffing their phone, ID and cash…

Written by Bikerumor Staff December 05, 2011

Firefly Bikes Titanium Mountain Bike Gets Official

Posted as a teaser less than a month ago, Firefly Bicycles has officially launched their titanium mountain bike. Shown here is one of the first…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 05, 2011

WTB Frequency UST Tubeless Rims Get More Official

We first spotted WTB’s new Frequency UST tubeless rims at Interbike, and now we’ve got the full spec rundown and some photos. Aimed at the…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 02, 2011

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

Switchback, a new mountain bike print magazine by Move Press, joins 3GO and Peloton on newsstands and in mailboxes. The Sufferfest is offering holiday deals…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 02, 2011

Scandalous! On-One have what may be the sexiest 29er frame under $1k in stock

Ooh, shiny… On-One’s US office has a whole host of new frames in stock, including what is my pick for the sexiest looking 29er frame…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 02, 2011

First Look! New Ultra Lightweight Ashima Disc Brake Rotors (Updated)

Ashima is no stranger to lightweight brakes, and now they’ve gone and topped themselves. UDPATE: Rotor name is Ai2 and will be available in 160mm…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 01, 2011

ENVE Composites 29er XC Tubeless Rims – Unboxed & Weighed

ENVE Composites’ carbon fiber rims are a lust worthy item. Light, sure, but also proving to be pretty strong out in the real world. The…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 30, 2011

Review: Prestacycle’s handy Prestaratchet and bit set

It’s hard to get too excited about a miniature ratchet wrench, isn’t it? After all, if tools are cool, than big tools must be cooler.…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 30, 2011

Just in from Giro: Feature, Pivot, and Socks?

It seems like every time you turn around Giro has a new product, and with an ever expanding catalog that may not be far from…

Written by Zach Overholt November 28, 2011

Jeronimo Cycles Launches Fe – Reynolds Steel Road, Mountain Bikes

Jerónimo Cycles, a Spanish brand that’s shown us some pretty nice and interestingly named titanium bikes in the past, has announced a new venture in…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 27, 2011

2012 Cannondale Scalpel 29er Shipping – Eyes On & Weights

What you’re seeing here is the first 2012 Cannondale Scalpel 29er to be delivered in the U.S., sittin’ pretty after just being unboxed, weighed and…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 27, 2011

Weekend Videos: Danny Hart’s WCDH Winning Run, Morvelo Clothing, Etc.

Truvativ sent over a little video showing the softer side of Danny Hart, the kid who bum rushed the DH circuit this year, capping it…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 26, 2011

Preview: Shifted, New Mountain Bike Video Coming Online Spring 2012

Shifted is a new mountain bike video that’ll be aired online Spring 2012. Featuring up and coming riders and shot mostly around British Columbia, the…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 26, 2011

Black Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

Pedal Pushers Club now has youth sized tees, like the one above. So now your young’n can advertise his or her love of cycling right…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 25, 2011

Project 1.1: DT Swiss 350 x Stan’s Crest wheelset

Check out all of our Project 1.1 posts here! Besides a frame that was just too small, the real driver for this fall’s single speed…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 24, 2011

Brodie Bikes Unveil Their First 29er Mountain Bikes: Khan and Crib

At this point, anyone bringing their first 29er bike could either be seen as late to the game or smartly waiting to see whatever everyone…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 23, 2011

Roc d’Azur Sightings – Pretty Road Bikes and More Excessive Linkages

Legend is a boutique brand by framebuilder Marco Bertoletti and partners. Based in Bergamo, Italy, they build mainly with titanium, but the top of the…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 22, 2011

First Flight: Evoc Bike Travel Bag flight case

What’s worse: flying with a bike or going on vacation without a familiar bicycle? As much as it can be fun to try out a…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 22, 2011

Roc d’Azur Sightings – Bring on the Crazy (and Cool)

As with any tradeshow, there are the items that stand out. Roc d’Azur was no exception. Some are unique takes on existing tech. Some…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 22, 2011

Video: 2012 Kona Supreme Operator Saint DH Bike in Action

The 2012 Kona Supreme Operator DH bike was spotted and weighed at Crankworx this summer, and Kona’s been pounding it on the world cup circuit…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 19, 2011

Misfit Psycles Begins diSSent Kids Mountain Bike Production, Corrupts Young Minds Everywhere

Well, maybe just 50 young minds. The rest will be disappointed and whine and scream. Misfit Psycles has started production of their diSSent KD 26″…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 18, 2011

Ride Report: What’s New at Ray’s MTB Milwaukee

Built into an abandoned department store directly on a main road complete with colorful signage, Ray’s MTB Milwaukee is a bit of a departure from…

Written by Zach Overholt November 18, 2011

DRD Announces US Grand Prix Mountain Bike Race Series

Dylan Racing Development has announced the U.S. Grand Prix of Mountain Biking (MTB GP), a new national race series focused initially on gravity riding. Open…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 17, 2011

MSC Debuts 11g Ergo Foam MTB Grips, 97g Carbon Handlebar, More

MSC Bikes just sent over a note about their new Ergo Grip, a foam grip with a comfort bulge that tips in at just 11g.…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 17, 2011

Review: Lazer’s lightweight Nirvana mountain helmet

Seeing as they make one of my all-time favorite helmets, it’s always exciting when new model arrives here at Bikerumor. Unfortunately, the mark left across…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 17, 2011