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Diamondback Yowie short-travel MTB looks rad; Haanjo gravel bikes updated

The new Diamondback Yowie short-travel mountain bike looks like the perfect “downcountry” ripper, and the upcoming Haanjo gravel bikes get more capable with some very…

Written by Tyler Benedict April 25, 2023

Ron’s Roundup: Awesomely Interesting Bikes of the 2023 Sea Otter Classic

There was a lot to see at this year’s SOC. You could find everything from really neat new bikes and parts to some pretty kick-ass…

Written by Ron Frazelle April 25, 2023

Vittoria Air Liner Light is a 50g, self-inflating XC tire insert

The impressive new Vittoria Air-Liner Light insert weighs next to nothing but has a massive improvement to ride quality and could save your race if…

Written by Tyler Benedict April 24, 2023

Box Components Refines Flagship Box One 9-Speed Drivetrain

Regarding how many gears you need on your mountain bike, Southern California’s Box Components has been preaching “nine is fine” for some time now. And…

Written by Ron Frazelle April 24, 2023

New Project 321 hubs get slick Centerlock-plus-6 Bolt design & tougher axles

Project 321 G3 hubs get a complete redesign, with tighter engagement, stronger axle-and-bearing designs, and a very clean and clever way of switching between brake…

Written by Tyler Benedict April 24, 2023

Pro Bike Check: Savilia Blunk’s RockRider XC with Prototype Manitou XC Fork

Sea Otter Classic is packed to the gills with professional racers of all disciplines — racing or not. We were lucky to catch up with…

Written by Jordan Villella April 24, 2023

Let ‘Er Rip – The New Devinci Chainsaw

From Cycles Devinci: “No amount of snow or ice can stop this Chainsaw from ripping. Kenny Smith, Steve Vanderhoek and Jack Pelland put the new…

Written by Steve Fisher April 24, 2023

Neko Mulally Frameworks Racing on a Cotic 853 Steel DH bike collaboration prototype

Neko Mulally Frameworks Racing has a new prototype DH race bike with a Cotic 853 steel front triangle paired to a carbon rear to outperform…

Written by Cory Benson April 24, 2023

PUSH teases moto-inspired inverted suspension fork

Push Industries’ upcoming upside down suspension fork is aimed at the Trail and Enduro crowd. Official details are under wraps, but there’s a lot we…

Written by Tyler Benedict April 23, 2023

SR Suntour shows lighter, upgraded gravel, enduro & kids forks

The 2024 SR Suntour forks bring revised dampers, air springs, and options for gravel bikes, enduro, and youth bikes.

Written by Tyler Benedict April 22, 2023

The Actofive I-TRAIN is a Short-Travel Weapon for XC, Downcountry or Trail

Actofive has released a “fast full suspension frame”, named the I-TRAIN. It is a short-travel mountain bike able to run 105mm, 115mm or 125mm rear…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan April 21, 2023

Sea Otter Classic: Panaracer Adds New GravelKing Sizes

The gravel tire kings, Panaracer Tires releases some exciting new sizes to their iconic GravelKing line and updated additions to their Agilest Road group. I…

Written by Ron Frazelle April 21, 2023

Kuat Loses the “X” and Adds an ‘Affordable’ Piston Pro

I’m sure you remember the review that was done back in January on the Kuat Piston Pro X hitch rack. I’m not trying to trigger…

Written by Ron Frazelle April 21, 2023

Trek Emonda ALR alloy road bike now looks like it’s carbon

The new Trek Emonda ALR gets race-ready geometry (and aero shaping) like the carbon model, but with much more attainable price points.

Written by Tyler Benedict April 20, 2023

Specialized 2FO Flat Pedal Shoe Line Adds Method Canvas & Roost Synthetic

Need some new kicks that also need to perform on the bike? Specialized has you covered with two additions to their growing line of footwear.…

Written by Zach Overholt April 20, 2023

Küat Drops Adventure Goodies For Truck Owners at Sea Otter

Need to break out of a long winter with a big bike adventure in your pickup? Check out Küat’s fresh gear.

Written by Sam Anderson April 20, 2023

Specialized Epic World Cup Makes a Triumphant Return and Ditches Brain Shock

If you’re a Specialized mountain bike fan, you know what’s coming. It has been sensationalized, hidden under wraps (mostly), and it’s finally launching — the…

Written by Jordan Villella April 20, 2023

Yeti SB135 is a 27.5” Wheeled Fun Machine w/ Small Sizes for Shorter Riders

While Yeti is a brand with a deep heritage in racing, they know not every rider is focused on being as fast as possible; some…

Written by Steve Fisher April 20, 2023

Specialized Dissident II Gets 5-Piece EPS & MIPS Evolve to Create Light Weight Fullface Helmet

When you have some of the world’s best gravity racers on your team, it’s important to keep them safe. That’s also a two-way street as…

Written by Zach Overholt April 20, 2023

Maxxis Severe Tire for Wet XC Rolls Out with Faster MaxxSpeed

Maxxis has released a new wet weather specialist for XC racing; the Maxxis Severe. Taking the place of the now downcountry-oriented Forekaster, the Severe’s spiky…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan April 20, 2023

CushCore Trail Tire Inserts Reduce Weight of Rim Protection & Ride Comfort

CushCore has expanded its offering of tire inserts with a new lightweight Trail version, reducing the weight penalty associated with this vibration-damping, rim-protecting upgrade. Much…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan April 20, 2023

Scotland’s £19 Million Mountain Bike Innovation Centre Gets Green Light

Scotland is set to become home to a world-first Mountain Bike Innovation Centre in a government funded project to build a thriving industry around mountain…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan April 20, 2023