Bicycle Reviews

First Ride: Scott’s 650b and 29″ Genius

Ask anyone who’s been to or knows about Sun Valley, Idaho, and they are sure to regale you with stories of endless ribbons of…

Written by Zach Overholt July 18, 2012

Quick Review: New Niner SIR9 Steel 29er Hardtail Ridden, Weighed & Photo’d

I should get two things out in the open: I’m a fan of Niner’s bikes, and I’m not generally a fan of hardtails anymore. I’ve…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 12, 2012

More Riding, More Photos! BMC’s 2013 FourStroke FS01 29er

Having survived an epic drive across the Alps from Lenzerheide to Morzine (thanks to the incredible terrain and my inability to read German), I’m relaxing…

Written by Marc Basiliere June 20, 2012

Revealed and Ridden: BMC’s 2013 FourStroke FS01 full suspension 29er

June 20 update: See more on-trail photos here… This week, Bikerumor was fortunate to be among the cycling press invited by BMC to the unveiling…

Written by Marc Basiliere June 19, 2012

Review: Spot Sprawl – A Classy Belt Drive, Internally Geared Steel Commuter Bike

The Spot Sprawl is one of four commuter/street bikes offered by Spot, and it’s the most classic, city oriented offering by far. Other than a…

Written by Colin McCaleb June 14, 2012

Commencal Supreme FR: First Look

Following on from our coverage of Commencal’s Meta SL and Meta AM 29er we take a look at the newly augmented Commencal Supreme range. The new bike…

Written by Douglas McDonald June 01, 2012

Commencal Meta SL: First Look & Ride Impressions

Last week we showed you the Commencal Meta AM 29’er. The other new bike this year on Commencal’s Meta platform is the Meta SL trail…

Written by Douglas McDonald May 23, 2012

Long Term Test: 2012 Charge Mixer With Shimano Alfine 11-Speed Internal Gearing

The past few months, we’ve been tossing this beauty around the office, a Charge Mixer (sized large) weighed with full techs and specs here. Based…

Written by Colin McCaleb May 22, 2012

Commencal Meta AM 29’er: First Look & Ride Impressions

After a peek at the new 29er at Sea Otter, we were invited to the launch of Commencal’s new range of bikes. Joining the Meta…

Written by Douglas McDonald May 18, 2012

Review: Santa Cruz Tallboy LT 29er Mountain Bike

While a few cracked ribs sidelined me from the reportedly great riding out in Sedona, AZ, for the launch of the new Santa Cruz Tallboy…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 08, 2012

Long Term Review: Specialized Crux Comp Disc Apex Cyclocross Bike

We had the Specialized Crux Comp Disc Apex for six months spread amongst three riders. While I had the bike, I put in 2-5 rides…

Written by Bikerumor Staff May 07, 2012

Bianchi Oltre Super Record EPS Road Bike – Unboxed, Weighed & First Rides

Bianchi’s Oltre road bike is their top of the line Grand Tour racing road bike, and our test model is spec’d out with the new…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 04, 2012

Long Term Review: Cervelo S5 Aero Road Bike

We had the Cervelo S5 for several months and logged about 350 miles between two testers. Whether you love the looks or hate ’em, it’s…

Written by Tyler Benedict March 26, 2012

Ride Reviews: Kona 2012 29ers – Hei Hei Supreme, Satori & King Kahuna Carbon

On February 16th 2012, bicycle media world-wide descended upon Tucson, AZ for Kona’s “House of the Big Wheel” media launch event. We were afforded the…

Written by Bikerumor Staff March 14, 2012

Project 24.2 Review: Rocky Mountain’s Element 70 MSL: the ultimate stage racer?

Check out all of our Project 24.2 posts here! When Rocky Mountain offered to send an Element 70 MSL frame over the border for our…

Written by Marc Basiliere March 06, 2012

Review: Raleigh Militis 3 Carbon Road Bike

Raleigh Bicycles is one of those companies I think pretty much every one has heard of, right on up there with Schwinn. But if you’ve…

Written by Bikerumor Staff February 28, 2012

2012 Charge Mixer Urban Commuter – Unboxed, Weighed & First Impressions

The 2012 Charge Mixer just arrived for review, and it looks to be a serious all-weather commuter. The Shimano Alfine 11 speed internal geared hub…

Written by Colin McCaleb February 22, 2012

Project 24.2: The finishing touches

See all of our Project 24.2 posts here! By the time that this post goes live, we’ll be well on our way to Tucson to…

Written by Marc Basiliere February 16, 2012

2012 Raleigh XXIX Singlespeed Belt Drive 29er – Unboxed, Weighed & First Impressions

This year I decided to race the BURN 24 Hour in the solo singlespeed category. Why, I don’t know. But I’m signed up, so I…

Written by Rob Morgan February 08, 2012

Jack Kane Battle Axe SL – Unboxed, Weighed & First Rides

When I first learned I was going to get the privilege to hop on a Jack Kane Battle Axe SL my initial reaction, after scoping…

Written by Bikerumor Staff January 17, 2012

Long Term Test: Breezer Finesse – The Alfine 8 Speed Super Commuter

Four years ago I sold my car and moved to Portland with two bicycles. I haven’t owned a car since, which means I use…

Written by Nick Burklow January 09, 2012

Review: 2012 Santa Cruz TallBoy AL 29er

Having fun while mountain biking is the essence of the sport. It is the quintessential reason why most of us take to the trails and…

Written by Bikerumor Staff January 09, 2012

Project Fatbike: The Beginning

As Tyler will attest, project bikes can be a huge amount of fun. Being able to pick an choose each part, only to build it…

Written by Zach Overholt January 09, 2012

2012 Specialized Venge Pro – Unboxed, Weighed & First Impressions

With a fairly new wave of road bikes with a nexus of aero design, light weight and stiffness objectives, we at Bikerumor wanted to dig…

Written by Bikerumor Staff December 27, 2011

Review: 2012 Santa Cruz HighBall Carbon 29er HT

I’m a full-suspension fan… in a big way. The comfort, the control, the “long- haul ability” of them and the way they absorb roots, rocks…

Written by Bikerumor Staff December 26, 2011

Project 24.2 Update: A 120mm, sub-23lb enduro machine.

Check out all of our Project 24.2 posts here! If anyone had told me a couple of months ago that our Project 24.2 bike was…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 26, 2011

Project MonsterCross – Moots Psychlo-X RSL Disc Brake Cyclocross Bike!

Aaaahhh, project bikes. They can be a great way to test a bunch of products and build up a dream bike for certain situations. For…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 21, 2011

Specialized Crux Comp Disc Brake Cross Bike – Unboxed, Weighed & First Rides

When I first heard I had the chance to test-ride the 2012 Specialized Crux Comp Disc I wondered if it was even worth my time.…

Written by Bikerumor Staff December 16, 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

Cervelo S5 Aero Road Bike – Unboxed, Weighed & First Rides

When the Cervelo S5 first stepped on the scene, the numbers looked good but I wasn’t stoked about the looks. Now that’s it’s sitting in…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 17, 2011

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