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Pinion Mission ON.E eDrive is a True eBike Transmission – Motor & Gearbox in One!

The all-new Pinion ON.E eDrive combines the ebike motor and an electronically-shifted gearbox for the first complete ebike transmission in one…

Written by Cory Benson June 20, 2023

Schwalbe Green Marathon is a Recycled Tire Made from Old Bicycle Tires

Schwalbe has today launched the Green Marathon bicycle tire, 70% of which is made from recycled and renewable materials. In this bold move toward a…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 20, 2023

Bosch Performance Line SX eBike Motor Pushes out 55 Nm at only 2 kg

Coming this autumn is an all-new lightweight eBike motor from Bosch. Weighing a claimed 2 kg, the Bosch Performance Line SX offers a mid-level assist…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 19, 2023

Review: Alchemy Lycos Gravel Bike is Road & Trail-Worthy

The Alchemy Lycos gravel bike performs well, whether on pavement, singletrack, or anything in between, with huge tire clearance letting you run whatever the course…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 19, 2023

Pro Bike Check: Thibaut Daprela’s Commencal Supreme DH V5

On a now dry World Cup Downhill Track in Leogang, Thibaut Daprela of the Commencal Muc Off team will be looking to better the 15th…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 17, 2023

SRAM Apex is now 1×12 with Eagle, XPLR, AXS & Mechanical Options!

SRAM finally has a mechanical 12-speed group for drop bar bikes! With a gravel and adventure focus, the new Apex group brings a lot of…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 15, 2023

Pro Bike Check: Danny Hart’s Prototype Cube TWO15 DH Bike

Last weekend saw the 2023 UCI MTB World Cup Downhill get off to a thrilling start in Lenzerheide, Switzerland. A number of new prototype frames…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 15, 2023

Rachel Atherton to Race Leogang – Interview, Bike Check & POV of Lenzerheide Finals

In one of the greatest returns to racing in the history of our sport, Rachel Atherton took the win at the first round of the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 13, 2023

New XC Suspension, Tires & Brakes Spotted at Lenzerheide World Cup

Today saw the world’s top cross-country riders take to the hillside in the second round of the UCI MTB World Cup. Don’t worry, there are…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 11, 2023

Gamux 150mm All-Mtn and 130mm Downcountry Bikes under Prototyping

Gamux Bikes, designers of the only belt-driven gearbox mountain bike racing the UCI Lenzerheide World Cup DH this weekend, have two new mountain bikes under…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 10, 2023

Is This a Prototype Canyon Grail CFR? New Carbon Canyon Gravel Race Bike Spy Shots

Canyon has a new CFR carbon gravel race bike prototype in the works, spotted in Finland warming up for FNLD GRVL, is this a new…

Written by Cory Benson June 09, 2023

New Tech Round Up from UCI Lenzerheide World Cup DH Pits

The UCI World Cup DHI is underway in Lenzerheide this weekend, bringing with it new bikes, suspension, wheelsets, tires and more. Indeed, several frames will…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 09, 2023

Spotted: Bernard Kerr’s Prototype Carbon Lugged Pivot with Two Chains

Possibly the most fabulous bike we’ve seen at the Lenzerheide pits this week is that piloted by Bernard Kerr. Pivot Factory Racing is developing a…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 08, 2023

New DT Swiss FR 1500 Classic Wheelset Gets FR 541 Rims for Improved Impact Resistance

The DT Swiss FR 541 rim can now be purchased as part of a complete downhill race-ready wheelset; the DT Swiss FR 1500 Classic. The…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 08, 2023

Spotted: Prototype Mondraker DH Bike with Multi-Position BB

A swing by the MS Mondraker Team pits at Lenzerheide revealed that at least two of their riders, Brook MacDonald being one of them, are…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 08, 2023

Spy Shot: A Next-gen Prototype RockShox SID SL Ultimate XC MTB Fork for Nino Schurter?

Is Nino Schurter racing a prototype RockShox SID SL Ultimate 120mm travel XC MTB fork? Spy Shots, then a full Pro Bike Check…

Written by Cory Benson May 31, 2023

Review: The $200 ABUS CliffHanger MIPS MTB Helmet

ABUS will be 100 years old come 2024; the family-owned German company made its name in security, manufacturing locks for buildings first, followed by locks…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan May 30, 2023

Campagnolo Super Record Wireless Reshifts Compact Racing Gears in Carbon 2×12 Gruppo

Campagnolo ditches wires with new ultra-premium Super Record Wireless electronic 12-speed road bike groupset…

Written by Cory Benson May 30, 2023

First Ride: Vittoria Mazza Enduro Race Mountain Bike Tire

The Vittoria Mazza, Mota, and Martello mountain bike tires are now available in a premium Enduro Race model, with a tread pattern made up of…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan May 25, 2023

Specialized Allez Update Redefines Entry-Level Alloy Road Bike

The Specialized Allez alloy road bike has been a brand staple for years, and is an affordable mainstay at dealers around the globe…

Written by Jordan Villella May 23, 2023

Pivot Mach 4SL gets faster, lighter & adds dual travel modes

The new Pivot Mach 4SL gets faster and more capable, with multi-position suspension, more travel, and a much lighter frame!

Written by Tyler Benedict May 23, 2023

All-New Challenge Getaway XP Gravel Tire Offers Tubular Comfort with Extra Protection

Challenge Getaway’s new XP (Extra Protection) series claims to offer the ride feedback of a tubular with the protection of beefed-up nylon.

Written by Jordan Villella May 23, 2023

The Beam x Virgo Move Full-Face Helmet Brings Extra Protection for Safer eBike Riding

Yes, Virgo has a full-face helmet for riding ebikes around town. Who needs protection more than newbie ebikers and cyclists facing traffic head-to-head?

Written by Cory Benson May 19, 2023