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First Ride Review: Vittoria Syerra Downcountry Tire is a good upgrade for aggressive XC

Vittoria Tires have released an new mountain bike tire specifically for Downcountry riding; the Vittoria Syerra. A supple yet robust casing construction is combined with…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan October 08, 2021

All-new Specialized Crux goes full gas on gravel racing w/ 725g frame & big tires

Like so many brands these days, the new Specialized Crux has made the shift from cyclocross to gravel. But it’s the execution here that sets…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 07, 2021

Pro Bike Check: Richie Rude’s Yeti SB150 with RAD prototype FOX 38 at Tweed Valley EWS

Heading into the final round of the 2021 Enduro World Series, the battle for the Overall Title was still very much raging between Yeti’s Richie…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan October 07, 2021

RockShox Flight Attendant auto pilots your suspension with wireless electronic adjustments

The all-new RockShox Flight Attendant Wireless Electronic Suspension Damping combines data from sensors at the fork, rear shock and cranks arms to, automatically switch your…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan October 05, 2021

Review: POC’s Oseus VPD knee pads plus 2021 jerseys, shorts, and gloves

I was never a dedicated follower of fashion, but beyond looks there’s one advantage to assembling a whole kit from one brand: everything should work…

Written by Steve Fisher October 04, 2021

Review: Riding in POC’s Guardian Air jacket, Kortal Race MIPS helmet and Devour sunglasses

Early this spring I got a bunch of gear from POC to ride and review and after an unexpected delay (broken wrist!) I’m finally back…

Written by Steve Fisher October 04, 2021

Faster, lighter Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR brings tubeless to the races

The all-new Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR tubeless-ready road bike tire is the one many, many Conti fans have been waiting for. Long loved…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 04, 2021

Spotted: Hope Bikes High Pivot Prototype Enduro Bike + New Hope Tech 4 Levers?

It’s time for the final EWS race of the season, and it just happens to be in Jessie-May’s backyard. After a six year break, the…

Written by Zach Overholt October 01, 2021

Review: Fezzari Shafer is an adventure-ready gravel bike that’s ready to race

Originally planned for a spring launch, I’ve had plenty of time aboard the new Fezzari Shafer gravel bike. I’ve ridden it around the desert of…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 30, 2021

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Element MTB embodies modern XC

Ask some MTB riders where they feel like they’re ‘in their element’ and most will probably say “When I’m out in the woods on my…

Written by Steve Fisher September 28, 2021

Review: BMC URS LT gravel bike’s micro suspension gives it macro shred-ability

I’ll be honest, the scenery didn’t hurt. But the climb up to the refugio in the Swiss Alps did. Quite a few glasses of Swiss…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 27, 2021

New BMC URS LT full suspension gravel bike gets stealthy “micro travel” fork

Give the all-new BMC URS LT too quick a glance and you’ll miss what makes it unique. Hidden inside the head tube is a custom,…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 25, 2021

AASQ #136: ROTOR America, Classified Cycling and FSA answer road gearing questions

We know, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. But there are some questions you might not want to ask your local shop or…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 24, 2021

Spotted: Prototype Continental Tires on Jim Monro’s Atherton DH Bike at Snowshoe

At the 2021 Downhill World Cup finale in Snowshoe, Bikerumor Editor Jordan Villella got eyes on a number of bikes and components yet to be…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 23, 2021

World Cup Pro Bike Check: Anton Cooper’s super slammed Trek Supercaliber

Anton Cooper is one of the crowd favorites at every race, you never know if it will be his day to shine. The 27-year-old New…

Written by Jordan Villella September 22, 2021

BMC Roadmachine X adds an almost-gravel all-road spec, and it’s rad

The new BMC RoadMachine X combines their endurance road bike platform with wider tires and the latest crop of gravel-specific 1x drivetrains to create an…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 22, 2021

Spotted: Prototype Öhlins Electronic Suspension on Loic Bruni’s Winning custom Specialized Demo

Loic Bruni clinched his second Overall Title at the World Cup Downhill season finale in Snowshoe, West Virginia. He did so aboard his custom Specialized…

Written by Bikerumor Staff September 21, 2021

Spotted: Prototype SRAM Level Brake Levers give Lars Forster’s Scott Spark better hose angle?

The Snowshoe World Cup week is solidly under way, and the pro race bike checks are starting to trickle in. While the DH double header…

Written by Bikerumor Staff September 17, 2021

AASQ #135: What does a shock feel like when it needs a damper service?

We know, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. But there are some questions you might not want to ask your local shop or…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 17, 2021

XC World Cup Pit on Wheels? Brad Copeland’s Scott “Super Support Bike” is a must-see rolling bike shop

Wouldn’t it be great if your mechanic could come to you for your next mechanical? No limping back to the pits, just pull over and your…

Written by Zach Overholt September 17, 2021

Review: RockStop MTB Tire Inserts are super easy to fit, offer good rim protection

After suspension, wheels are some of the most expensive real estate on your mountain bike. Keeping them round and dent-free is paramount if you want…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 16, 2021

GoPro HERO 10 Black brings faster frame rates, processor, uploads & more!

With a new GP2 processor that captures twice the frame rates, next generation HyperSmooth stabilization, smoother interface, and automatic wireless uploads, the all-new GoPro HERO…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 16, 2021

New Old Man Mountain Divide Cargo Rack fits almost any bike, front or rear

With a name that’s almost synonymous with bicycle cargo racks, Old Man Mountain is still alive and well. That’s largely due to the recent acquisition…

Written by Zach Overholt September 15, 2021

American Classic is back with road, gravel tires and a tiny price tag

A classic is back — an American Classic, to be specific. The revered cycling company shuttered in 2018 after 35 years in the industry. But…

Written by Dan Cavallari September 15, 2021

AASQ #134: Given the knobbly tires, do aero gravel wheels actually make sense?

We know, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. But there are some questions you might not want to ask your local shop or…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 10, 2021

This e-Bike system has NO chain or belt, and it recharges as you pedal!

If you’ve heard the term “drive by wire”, get ready for e-cargo bikes that “bike by wire”. This new crankset generator from Schaeffler Group uses…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 09, 2021

Giro Latch MTB shoes cut down on trail chatter and add suspension to your flat pedals

Giro quietly released one of the best feeling flat MTB shoes we’ve ridden. It’s not the nature of the launch that’s quiet – I bet…

Written by Jordan Villella September 08, 2021

EVOC Commute A.I.R. Pro Pack is a backpack airbag for cyclists

EVOC have partnered with Minerva Air Bag Systems to produce a commuter pack for cyclists that rapidly inflates a hidden air bag in the event…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 06, 2021

Gamux CNC 197 Gearbox DH prototype alloy World Cup downhill bike you can pre-order now!

After years of World Cup racing, Swiss bike company Gamux started offering their own customizable alloy Runi trail and Marca downhill bikes in 2020, but…

Written by Cory Benson September 05, 2021