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Btchn Bikes Brings Drop Bar 32er to MADE and Blows Us Away
The 2025 MADE Show brings us a bitchen 32er from BTCHN Bikes!
Paladin AM1: The CNC-Machined MTB Frame MADE in Portland, Born from Robots
Is a CNC-machined bike a handmade bike? That’s debatable, but we’re glad we got to see the Paladin AM1 prototype in person!
Wilde Bikes Releases Two New Bikes at MADE, Including 26″ Klunker-inspired Dog Star
All of the new Wilde bikes are beautiful, but the Dog Star with its vintage XTR build and intricate lug work is something to behold.
Fara Gr4 Gravel Bike Goes Fast & Light Racing on Wide Tires & Wild Split Cockpit
Fara Cycling’s latest carbon Gr4 gravel bike takes gravel racing to the next level with huge tire clearance, significant weight loss, and a wild-looking new…
Falconer MTB Rolls on Prototype 32″ Astral wheels & White Industries Single Speed Cassette Rear Hub
It seems one of the biggest hurdles to the 32″ future may just be finding long enough spokes!
Wheels Mfg Goes Single Speed With New SOLO-HG Conversion Kit, Chainrings & UDH-Delete Dropout 666
If you’ve given yourself completely to the dark side of single speeding, Wheels MFG Dropout 666 will complete the look.
Pine Cycles FRST: Full Rigid Single Track Versatility for Your Next Gravel or Adventure Ride
Maybe Full Rigid Single Track is a better descriptor than gravel bike for bike with this much tire clearance?
MADE 2025 Annual Teaser Gallery: The Hottest Bikes in the Handmade Scene Will be in Portland!
2025 MADE Show starts tomorrow. Enjoy this teaser gallery!
North Shore Racks Launches New NSR4 Gradus Vertical Hitch Rack
North Shore Rack’s new NSR4 Gradus builds on the legacy of the original with a host of updates and new features.
Salsa Spearfish Review: Zesty Green Salsa Blew My Expectations Out of the Water
Salsa gets up to date and back up to speed with the latest version of its Spearfish cross-country bike.
Pro Bike Check: Pete Stetina’s Mt. Washington Hill Climb Bike
We take a look at Pete Stetina’s unique climbing setup for his attempt at the Mt. Washington Hill Climb record.
This $24k Mosaic RT-Zero Halo Shows Where Bikebuilder is Heading in Carbon & Titanium
Heading into this weekend’s MADE show, Mosaic Cycles is showing off an R&D concept project road bike called the RT-Zero Halo that hints at the…
Restrap’s Award-Winning Hydration Vest gets a New Look, and Way More Storage Space
Restrap builds upon its award-winning Race Hydration Vest platform…literally; the new Rolltop Hydration Vest is nearly 3X the capacity
Lizard Skins Gradient Adds Ergonomic Support to Mountain Bike Grips
Grippy and comfy, Lizard Skins’ new mountain bike grips add more cushion so you can keep pushin’ it.
Check Out The $25,000 Colnago C68 Rossa Vuelta Limited Edition
Celebrating the iconic Spanish Grand Tour, only 90 of the bikes are being offered to the public, and at an eye-bulging $25,000.
CycleClick: The Clip-On Chain-Driven Power Meter Brings Power Data to Any Bike
A power meter that uses chain movement for wattage estimate? Yep, if it works, it could be an inexpensive way to add power measurement to your bike.
Canyon Citylite Creates Cargo-Capable Belt-Drive Commuter Bikes & Bosch eBikes
Canyon has an all-new family of well-equipped utilitarian city commuter bikes with the standard Citylite and its Bosch-powered ebike sibling the Citylite:ON. Both share no-fuss…
Forge+Bond Factory Tour – You’ve Never Seen Rims Made Like This!
Here’s how Forge+Bond makes a very different wheel. From materials to layup to assembly, it’s all different over here!
Crankworx Whistler: New Dharco Protection, More Travel for Your eBike & Thule Hitch Tent Incoming!
Thule’s portable base camp finally gets the green light for North America, along with a few other new products spotted at Crankworx.
Affordable Merida Dirt, Big.Nine & Big.Seven Alloy Hardtails Go From Pumptrack to Trails
We cover a lot of high-end, really expensive mountain bikes, but three updated Merida hardtail offerings for MY2026 show that you can get a fun…
Mountain Bike
Buyers Guides
The Best Bike Handlebar Bags of 2025
Handlebar bags are a simple and effective way to add storage to your bike while keeping your essentials within arm’s reach. Whether you’re simply looking…
The Best Hitch Bike Racks of 2025
There are various ways to transport bikes with your vehicle, but hitch bike racks are arguably the best. With so many models and styles to…
The Best Bike Locks of 2025
If you own a bike of any sort, you should own a bike lock. Bike theft is a common occurrence, and looking closely will show…
Get In-Vest-ed: Cycling Hydration Vest Faceoff
We tested eight of the best cycling hydration vests on the market today to see how they perform and compare on the roads and trails.
The Best Mountain Bike Jackets of 2025
We tested 15 great mountain bike jackets and have recommendations to keep you warm and dry as the temperature drops or rain starts to fall.
The Best Mountain Bike Handlebars of 2025
After testing 12 of the best mountain bike handlebars on the market, we’ve got recommendations to suit your needs, preferences, and budget.
The Best Cycling Bib Shorts of 2025
The right pair of cycling bib shorts can enhance your comfort, enjoyment, and performance on the bike. We tested 13 of the best cycling bib shorts on the market to help you find the pair that suits your needs and budget.
