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Posted: Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:09:40 GMT
I switch back and forth between flat pedals and clipless pedals throughout the year - it’s a strange tactic, but it keeps me sharp. For most of my life, I was strictly on flat pedals, and with a background in BMX and skateboarding, I usually rode in Vans Half-Cabs or Sk8-Hi’s. They’re super ..
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Posted: Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:26:58 GMT
OneUp Components kicked off the summer with a really rad pair of wheels built around their hubs, and they seem to be hard at work with the new 157 hubs made for DH and SuperBoost bikes with 157mm rear wheel spacing. With the same internals as the OneUp Hubs (which I’ve been really impressed with so ..
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Posted: Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:39:22 GMT
Josh Bryceland is one of those riders whom I’ve always looked up to. From his days racing for the Santa Cruz Syndicate to his new life as a father and visionary who places more importance on the fun of the sport than the numbers on a banner above the finish line. Bryceland is one of the most ..
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Posted: Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT
One of the biggest gripes I’ve had with the Fox NEO wireless dropper is the battery life, because it’s not great - or maybe I just suck at remembering to charge my stuff. I don’t think I’m that absent-minded, because I’ve really only had a derailleur battery die once or twice on a ride, but over ..
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Posted: Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:26:13 GMT
Specialized Bicycles' latest range of Levo e-mountain bikes with their 3.1 Motor consists of four models that cover a pretty broad range of riders. The Levo 4 is a versatile platform with trail bike geo and travel. The Levo 4 X is a rig built for adventure with racks. The Levo 4 Evo is the ..
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Posted: Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:20:36 GMT
BIKE Magazine has long been a pillar of mountain biking culture, and in a world of clickbait, AI slop, and dwindling attention spans, BIKE wants to give you a platform to elevate your stories, videos, and anything else you want to share with the world. You can email me directly with your ideas, or, ..
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Posted: Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
I’ve been testing a lot of gear lately, and the things that stand out most are the small details. This is a small selection of gear that has stood out thanks to the little things. I've not been paid to talk highly of these things; it's just the stuff that has stood out to me, and I think other ..
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Posted: Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:47:59 GMT
Group rides are a huge part of cycling culture; they bring people together and are a great way to connect with like-minded people. They're a blast, but not for everyone. Large groups and pressure can feel overwhelming for some riders, especially if they are just getting into the sport. There can be ..
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Posted: Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The Norco Fluid is one of the best budget-friendly full-suspension mountain bikes, and it has been that way for years. When I was working full-time at bikeshops, the Norco Fluid was the easiest bike to recommend to people looking for a value-oriented full-suspension bike that didn’t feel like a ..
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Posted: Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:05:55 GMT
Yeti Cycles has finally unveiled the LT, the brand's latest long-travel enduro bike that marks a departure from the Switch Infinity suspension design for the Sixfinity design they’ve been using on eMTBs in recent years. Yeti began playing with the idea of Sixfinity a decade ago, and it’s been ..
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Posted: Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:29:36 GMT
Transition Bikes has recently updated the colors and specs for the Sentinel, their do-it-all platform, and to celebrate, they've headed to Leavenworth, Washington, to let Thomas Vanderham do what he does best. "We got some fresh Sentinel specs, so we decided to pop over the mountains for a few days ..
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Posted: Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Some sick riding, fast editing, and a question that we should all ask ourselves from time to time while out on a ride. Alex Blanar goes nuts in his latest edit filmed over the summer in New Zealand. Kick back and enjoy. "Alex Blanar took his Cannondale Jekyll to New Zealand and came back with WHY ..
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Posted: Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
The new Canyon LUX Trail shows that the rise of the short-travel trail bike is unstoppable. Everyone seems to be getting in on the action by offering a short-travel frame, longer fork, and geometry that suggests both trail and XC, with capability for a little extra credit. This change in XC bike ..
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Posted: Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:37:26 GMT
I've been around in the industry for a while. I've ridden bikes since I was 6 years old, worked in bike shops, coached mountain biking, raced bikes, and overall, just love the community and culture of cycling. In my decades in the industry, I've noticed a few things I want to share to help ..
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Posted: Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:43:24 GMT
Over the course of three months during New Zealand summer, Remy Morton and his team built every feature for "Back to Normal." Then he tested, rode, and shot on this custom track, and the results are inspiring and made possible by support from Ripton and Chromag Bikes. Words from Remy Morton, and ..
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Posted: Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT
Leaf Peeper - noun:Slow-moving, wide-eyed tourists from major cities or other states who flock to Vermont in the fall for the primary purpose of taking in the scenery, blocking traffic to take Instagram-ready photos, and waiting in lines of their own conception for an elusive Creemee. Trust me, ..
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Posted: Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:29:29 GMT
It’s getting hot, like really hot. With the last week of riding for me in the high 90s (~36 °C), keeping cool on rides has been my top priority as I work on heat acclimatization for the rest of the summer. This means that my riding gear has needed to be light, breathable, and comfortable. With the ..
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Posted: Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:48:14 GMT
There are a lot of queries out there about inline vs. piggyback shocks, and most people see the added reservoir and think it’s better because it’s bigger, which can be the case depending on what you want from the bike, but it's not always the right upgrade. Most inline shocks are the right pick for ..
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Posted: Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:51:55 GMT
Breaking things sucks, especially when they're expensive and necessary for a ride, but it shouldn’t be a hassle or a complex puzzle to fix. Thankfully, BOA makes repairs and replacements pretty easy. There might be a right and a wrong way to do it, and I'll try both. I recently fell back into the ..
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Posted: Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:19:53 GMT
Big savings are available right now at CompetitiveCyclist.com thanks to their 4th of July sale. From complete bikes to RockShox air springs, now is the time to save on just about everything. I scrubbed the sale to find the most appealing items so you don’t have to wade through pages of ..
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Posted: Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:17:10 GMT
Alyssa Secreto, a 35-year-old endurance cyclist from Colorado Springs, is currently hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle during the final segment of the Tour Divide. The collision occurred this morning (July 2nd, 2026) in New Mexico, roughly 60 miles from the finish line of the 2,745-mile ..
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Posted: Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:14:26 GMT
The latest generation of Shimano Di2 MTB drivetrains is not terribly new at this point; in fact, Shimano has released new mechanical drivetrains since the current-gen Di2's launch. But I have issues with gear and product reviews dropping after only a few months of use, and with something as ..
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Posted: Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT
For years, rumors have drifted through the mountain bike community about massive, untouched big-mountain lines hidden deep within central Idaho. To most, they were just whispers. To director Marcus Honey, they were a siren song. We are thrilled to announce the exclusive video release of Honey’s ..
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Posted: Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
OneUp Components has always been known for its class-leading bars, tools, pedals, and dropper posts, but they also make hubs, and they're in the same style as everything else the Squamish-based brand makes: hassle-free. Well, the new Aluminum Wheels from OneUp don't mess with the formula, and they ..
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Posted: Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:11:19 GMT
The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) is excited to share the winners of its ninth annual Trail Accelerator Grants (TAG). These grants are designed to help communities across the country create better trails for both residents and visitors. They also support advocacy groups in ..
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Posted: Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:03:23 GMT
If you can watch this without sweating, you should be studied in a laboratory. The Red Bull Genova Cerro Abajo race takes world-class downhill mountain biking speed to the streets, and Roger Vieira took that speed to the next level. Vieira took advantage of the week off from UCI Downhill racing and ..
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Posted: Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:02:36 GMT
You may be familiar with Ronnie Romance, though he has gone by many names. The bearded, smiling face behind a tire brand and a bicycle company. Romance, who, on more than one occasion, has been the centerpiece of some wonderful depictions of the freedom a bicycle can bring, has teamed up with ..
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Posted: Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:58:42 GMT
Last week, BMX joined MTB at Nines for the first time, and the combination sparked something special. The result was an explosion of creativity, fresh perspectives, and shared inspiration on the picturesque slopes of Bike Republic Sölden in the Austrian Alps. “I’ve been photographing BMX and bikes ..
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Posted: Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:19:37 GMT
Who remembers Four-Cross? I sure do, but after being removed from the UCI World Championship after the 2021 season, it seemed to be lost forever. MTB 4X was always a unique discipline, but fell out of favor, and I don’t know why. It’s one of the most exciting MTB race formats to watch as a ..
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Posted: Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:02:07 GMT
The Avinox MG (Motor-Gearbox) Concept has debuted today. It is still just that: a concept, but it shows the brand's intention to continue pushing the boundaries of what a modern e-bike drivetrain can be. Created in partnership with Canyon, Commencal, Forbidden, and Mondraker, this new unit claims ..
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Posted: Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:40:00 GMT
A mountain bike? Kind of. A touring bike? Kind of. A Commuter? Kind of. Maybe it's all three plus some. Either way, it's an interesting offering from the biggest name in e-bikes right now. It's not a bike designed for just one thing, and it can pull double, or even triple-duty as a mountain bike, ..
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Posted: Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
After 22 years with Trek Bicycles, Cam McCaul has found a new home with Revel Bikes, and it’s a pairing that just makes sense. Like an Aperol Spritz in a jacuzzi or a cold sparkling water after a long ride, it just hits the spot. As a respected icon in freeride mountain biking, McCaul embodies ..
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Posted: Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:03:46 GMT
To be alive at the same time as Sleeper Shreddits is a blessing. The artistry behind the editing perspective of the footage and the emotion captured at the UCI World Cup Downhill races by the Sleeper Collective is nothing short of magic. If we got just one of these a month, it would be something ..
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Posted: Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:22:12 GMT
With a third-place finish in its debut race in Lenzerheide last weekend under Alessandra Keller, Thömus is releasing just 50 of these unique cross-country mountain bikes as a pre-production model. The Lightrider R32 Worldcup is a limited-edition offering that will give customers the opportunity to ..
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Posted: Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:32:59 GMT
One might assume that a 6-piston brake is the evolution of mountain bike disc brakes, but in actuality, Hope Tech brought a 6-piston caliper to market all the way back in 2003 - although it was short-lived thanks to the popularity and compatibility of 4-piston brake calipers. But that hasn’t ..
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Posted: Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:50:33 GMT
With Jackson Goldstone and Asa Vermette both crashing in the first round of qualifying at the 2026 UCI Downhill World Cup in Lenzerheide this week, I wanted to take a look back at the course preview from 2025 compared to this year, and Amaury Pierron’s winning run from last year to see the changes ..
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Posted: Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:27:28 GMT
The new Orbea Wild LT is just that: Wild, but in a tame, composed way. Orbea has tapped into the new Avinox M2S drive unit, but with their own tune, which surprisingly limits the peak power. The new Wild LT is offered in alloy or carbon options and has some really smart integration ..
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Posted: Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:19:14 GMT
The internet is a wild place, and I came across the creations of Erin Badaracco from Oregon, who has cooked up a pretty unique leaf-spring suspension design for full-suspension mountain bikes unlike anything I've seen before. It sure is an interesting approach to frame design that made me pause and ..
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Posted: Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT
Shimano is on a roll this week, and shortly after the release of the new Deore mechanical drivetrains, the Japanese component manufacturer is dropping the newest mechanical XT mountain bike shifters and derailleurs, two new pedals, and thicker brake rotors. Let’s dive into the newest releases from ..
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Posted: Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:08:39 GMT
Trailbuilding is an art form, one that is all about balance and the acceptance of impermanence and imperfection. Weather, vision, advocacy, and determination all have to come together to create something special, and that is exactly what has been happening outside of Pacific City, Oregon, at the ..
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Posted: Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:32:46 GMT
First off: this is just my opinion and thoughts on a topic that is very close to me. This topic I see debated within the community is trail etiquette, and I want to share my perspective. We can all do better, but I’m not just calling out one user group - I’m calling out everyone. We’re all part of ..
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Posted: Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:54:38 GMT
For me, there’s nothing like a long, hot day on the trails. I might be the odd duck here for enjoying the heat, and my last two rides have been in the peak heat of the day, when the temps were close to 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 °C). But what I don’t like is my feet cooking and stinking; during peak ..
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Posted: Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:40:35 GMT
We can all appreciate the advancements in modern mountain bike tech, but when the skies open up and the conditions change, all the dialed suspension and pre-planned tactics in the world won’t save you from a real mudder. All the carnage aside, the 2026 UCI DH World Cup in Leogang also marked a ..
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Posted: Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:14:35 GMT
Last year, Shimano launched its new line of wireless electronic drivetrains, marking the end of the adjustable, rebuildable clutch mechanism in the rear derailleur. Along with the new wireless drivetrain, we saw new shifting ergonomics, new brakes, redesigned cranksets, and new wheelsets. Well, ..
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Posted: Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:48:50 GMT
Oliver Tree Nickell has died in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, today after two helicopters collided in the air. The platinum recording artist and truly unique character was on a World Tour for his new album Love You Madly Hate You Badly, which came out in April. To many, Oliver Tree ..
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Posted: Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:32:22 GMT
Safety is a high priority for me these days, and I don’t compromise on the gear that protects my head and body because I want to keep riding my bike for as long as I can. But protection only works if you wear it and feel comfortable, and there are plenty of helmets, pads, and chest protectors that ..
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Posted: Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:01:00 GMT
Wyn Masters has a way of breaking down the media training and getting some honest answers from the best downhill mountain bikers in the world, and his latest video perfectly proves it. With interviews with Ronan Dunne, Finn Iles, Amaury Pierron, Martin Maes, Tahnee Seagrave, and many more, this is ..
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Posted: Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:37:09 GMT
The skies have opened, and the rain has turned the track into a real puzzle with a few new sections, and the race is already shaping up to be an exciting one even though timed practice has just begun. With Loic Bruni out with a wrist injury, Goldstone having a tricky start to the season, and Luca ..
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Posted: Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:28:05 GMT
Bikepacking bags can be a bit of a puzzle to install and get just right, and I've had my fair share of crash-outs while prepping for an overnighter or multi-day trip because the bags just aren't vibing with the bike. If you're tired of strapping a mismatched, rattling hodge-podge of bags to your ..
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