Mountain Biking
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It doesn't matter if you've ever raced before. Anyone who loves to mountain bike should take on this multiday adventure at least once.
Though hotly debated, many call Kamloops the birthplace of freeride mountain biking. The area is known for its constantly improving trail system and is one of freerider Reece Wallace's favorite places to ride.
We embrace the stereotype to salute the characters who add a little personality to all the backpacking trips we鈥檝e ever taken
The well-known apparel company is showing a strong commitment to road wear by investing in one of North America's top cycling brands
The Val di Sol is a valley in Trentino Northern Italy. This mountain bike paradise is tucked away in the Brenta Dolomites and has enduro riding in addition to lift-served downhill trails that are always improving.
From filmmakers Tyler Allyn and Cooper Lambla, The Al Hajar Traverse is a bikepacking journey through the Al Hajar Mountains on northern Oman. Nothing went according to plan.
In this week's edition of Playnow Jeff Kendall-Weed takes us to his home terrain in Bellingham, Washington to test out the new Ibis Mojo HD4.
Ruby is a 4-year old Hungarian Vizsla and is way faster than you'll ever be on the trail. She sticks by him, taking the inside line, and setting the pace.
From Yeti Cycles and Filmmakers Joey Schusler and Craig Grant, High Altitude Lines bring us along on a fly-fishing and mountain biking adventure through the San Juan high country.
From Big Cedar Media, Peace of 国产吃瓜黑料 shares the story of a nonprofit dedicated to aiding veterans in their transition back to civilian life.
Our bike editor weighs in on the pros and cons of one of the fastest-growing categories in the industry
Working with Kona Bikes has allowed Joonas Vinnari to share some amazing stories and travel to beautiful places, but for this video Sun(day) he never had to stray far from home.
Mountain bikes were made for this: 450 miles of empty, achingly scenic backcountry in southern Utah, on little-known trails pieced together in the spirit of Edward Abbey. Our writer saddles up to get lost.
Beginning at the 630-foot high Maletsunyane Waterfall in the middle of the country, we found top-notch mountain biking between 10,000-foot peaks, along wild valleys, and through countless remote towns.
When filmmakers and avid mountain bikers Scott Secco and Mike Hopkins set out to make 'Flow State,' the objective was to set the viewer in a perspective that would allow them to witness what it's like to find flow on a mountain bike
Along the way, they encountered a few locals hunting with golden eagles, intense whitewater sections, and a ruthless climate. In the words of Schusler, "This was not an adventure these young lads would soon forget."
'This Is Home' is a series from Shimano and Anthill Films that follows elite riders during the offseason to find out more about where they came from.
Make the most of summer with these 48-hour 颅adventures, from surfing in Texas to tasting your way through Oregon鈥檚 wine country
A Whole Different Enchilada is a short film from Evo that follows professional athletes Adam Craig and Josh Dirksen.
Last fall, mountain bike athletes KC Deane and Geoff Gulevich took off to Iceland in search of pristine singletrack.
From rafting trips to big-wall climbs, here's how to do it just about anywhere outdoors
To find out, I put both chemical and mineral formulas to the test
In this episode 'Synchronicles II', Rob Heran takes his van into the desert for an isolated mountain bike experience.
Proper maintenance is key to keeping your mountain bike riding smoothly and safely. Watch to learn the five things you should always do before hitting the trails.
As online brand Canyon prepares for its entry to the U.S. market, direct-to-consumer bikes are poised to change the way you buy bicycles, including how much you pay
Oversize tires are the best thing to happen to trail riding in years
Mountain Biker Eric Porter's quests for the best singletrack in the world has taken him to Ecuador, Guatemala, Utah, and now the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Watch to see why our bike testers loved the 2017 Santa Cruz Tallboy and why it won Gear of the Year in our 2017 Summer Buyer鈥檚 Guide.
Both Santa Cruz and Trek just launched big-hooped DH bikes, challenging the notion that 27.5 reigns supreme in the gravity world
It鈥檚 the golden era of mid-fats鈥攁nd pretty much every other ride out there
Atherton has racked up 14 consecutive World Cup wins, something no one has ever done before. Yet people still relegate her to the shadow of her pro biker brothers鈥攁nd she's tired of it.
Bill Nye the Science Guy breaks down the important features of fitting a bike correctly.
Mountain Biker Lee Craigie began riding her bike as a means to escape the pressures of society, but as her passion grew, it turned into an obsession and she began training to compete competitively.
Namely, bikes. Just like any piece of cutting-edge technology, the best ones cost a lot. But there are always less expensive versions, and there鈥檚 actually a trend toward lower prices, thanks to direct-to-consumer sales
Blame Danny is from filmmaker Aaron Peterson that features The Marji Gesick 100 which is a cross country mountain bike and trail running race held annually in Marquette, Michigan.
Our PlayNow series highlights an epic POV clip so you can get in on the action even when you're stuck behind a desk.
From Nevada to Minnesota, hollowed-out mining towns are seeing economic revitalization on trails and tracks that attract mountain bikers from far and wide
We鈥檝e tested almost every saddle on the market. And this one is clearly at the top.
A new bike rack promises to make schlepping two-wheeled rigs as easy as carrying skis
Eric Porter has lived in Utah for 12 years now and in that time he's developed a few favorite trails like the Thunder Mountain Trail. However, for this trip with Kurt Gensheimer, they decided to connect this favorite trail with a few they'd never ridden before.
Allied Cycles, based in Little Rock, is trying to ignite American carbon-fiber manufacturing and steal China's thunder
Tucked away in the high alpine in northern Italy, Lake Garda is the country's largest lake. The biking through this area took the filmmakers at Penshire Media through quaint mountain towns including their favorite Molina di Ledro.
The best part of tax season? Getting a return and splurging on gear.
Have a friend who is a bit too aggro while chasing the goods? They鈥檙e not just idiots鈥攖hey may have a terrible disease.
This is the world鈥檚 best hardtail mountain bike鈥攈ands down
Not all lotions are created equal. Choose wisely.
Queenstown Dreaming is a new edit from rider Bernard Kerr and Pivot Cycles.
Turns out Polartec rules the market when it comes to bike clothing made for weather that's all over the map
In 1972, the father of four-time world champion mountain biker Rebecca Rusch died when his plane was shot down over Laos during the Vietnam War. She was three years old at the time. More than 40 years later, Rusch decided to set out on the 1,200-mile Ho Chi Minh Trail in search of her father鈥檚 crash site.
Go ride a bike in one of these five up-and-coming singletrack meccas
These mountain bike shoes strike the ideal balance between performance, comfort, and style
Donnie Arnoult owns this Hawaiian island's most popular bike shop and touring company. Here's how he maximizes playtime.
Mountain Biker Patrick Rasche lives between the metropolitan and industrial sections of Ruhrpott, Germany. It's not quite the hotbed of biking he was hoping for.
We didn't think it was possible, but Trek made its all-mountain machine even better
Short of breath from the elevation and scenery, The Trippin Fellas enjoyed incredible hospitality and exposure to a culture drastically distinct from the western civilizations they call home.
Remember that place that campaigned for Americans to move there if Trump won? Well (sigh), it's beckoning. Welcome to idyllic Cape Breton, population 132,000 and shrinking.
Guatemala isn鈥檛 known for its mountain biking. And that鈥檚 a good thing. This yet-to-be-overrun spot is littered with great riding on everything from mountainous Mayan footpaths to carefully placed flow trails that run through lush jungles. Last month, photographer Max Whittaker followed Diamondback rider Eric Porter and a couple of guests as they sampled the goods.
In honor of 国产吃瓜黑料's 40th anniversary, we're selecting our all-time favorite gear, places, accomplishments, and people. This month, we rounded up 40 of the best products we've ever tested, from legendary classics (Ed Pulaski's famous firefighting tool) to the newest kids on the block (DJI's crazy new do-it-all drone).
Take an excellent, aggressive trail 29er, add direct-to-consumer pricing, and you have a bike that's hard to pass up
A new bill would open up wilderness areas to bikes鈥攂ut the arguments in favor of it don't hold water
Several recent bear attacks on riders have public lands managers working out solutions to prevent more of the brutal encounters
The trail systems are immense, and the access is unparalleled.
'Negative Infinity' follows rider and co-director Brandon Semenuk as he shreds through an incredibly lush forest.
Our favorite hidden-gem outdoor blogs and websites
The fastest, liveliest mid-fat bike we've ever ridden
It's safe to say the light of day and a little rain was a welcomed sight after spending so much time underground.
Last year Mike Hopkins brought us the epic first edition of Dreamride, and lucky for us, he decided to give it another go with Dreamride II.
When it comes to moving confidently and quickly over backcountry terrain, electric fat bikes like the Bulls Monster E FS are the best tool for the job
Leaving behind one of the best Rocky Mountain winters in recent history, we traded ski boots for fat bikes in February and headed south. Twelve days, 283 miles, and more than a few beach beers later, we completed a section of the Baja Divide called the Cape Loop, which we started at San Jos茅 del Cabo. Here are some highlights from our trip.
I used to think these gatherings did nothing but clog local trails. But then I went to the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival and realized they're a hugely beneficial community event.
Full-suspension 29+ mountain bikes might very well be the next hottest, totally niche thing
Pro mountain biker Chris Baddick lives and trains in Boulder, Colorado, and his gear room is equipped with a full bike repair setup, nearly a dozen road and mountain bikes, and endless spare tires.
Pro mountain biker Chris Baddick lives and trains in Boulder, Colorado. His gear room鈥 equipped with a full bike-repair setup, nearly a dozen road and mountain rigs, and endless spare tires鈥攊s a dirt lover鈥檚 dream.
These high-end zooms are what you want for bike hunting, but I've also taken to carrying them on most mountain bike rides just to enjoy the view
24 Hours in the Old Pueblo, one of the country鈥檚 great 24-hour races, went off this President鈥檚 Day weekend, complete with thundering rain, a rowdy party, and four former members of the U.S. Postal Service Pro Cycling Team.
The fan-favorite MTB brand finally has a fully modern trail machine
When filmmaker Cameron Sylvester began his demo reel, he knew it needed to stand out. So he told the story of adventure, through his own eyes.