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Beastly Beauty: Maloja’s Pretty MTB Apparel Performs

Maloja, a German activewear brand, is making inroads in the United States by adding some Euro spunk to a black sea of spandex.

Written by Julie Kailus November 13, 2018

Why I Still Love My 2x Mountain Bike

With 2x drivetrains going the way of the dodo, it seems obvious that a single chainring is better. But in the quest for simplicity, bike…

Written by Marty Grabijas October 31, 2018

Red Bull Rampage 2018: Daredevil ‘Guinea Pigs’ Break Ground on New Runs

A GearJunkie editor headed to the competition venue to learn about the bravery and bravado that is the Red Bull Rampage mountain bike competition.

Written by Bryon Dorr October 29, 2018

Is This Pivoting Bike Fork the Future of Front Suspensions?

The Message is a revolutionary pivoting front fork that aims to give mountain bikers better cornering, easier setup, and improved performance on all terrain.

Written by Berne Broudy October 25, 2018

Arapahoe Basin Plans Mountain Bike Trails, Via Ferrata in Summer Push

Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort in Colorado released plans to expand its summertime activities. It recently proposed a new via ferrata and mountain bike trails on…

Written by Sean McCoy October 19, 2018

Mountain Bike Recall: Canyon Finds Defect in 820 Bicycles

Chainstays can crack, leading to ‘rear wheel detachment and loss of control.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 19, 2018

Red Bull Rampage Changes Venues: 2018 Course Preview

One of the gnarliest mountain biking events in the world, Red Bull Rampage sees athletes hucking massive drops. For 2018, the event sees its first…

Written by GJ Staff October 18, 2018

Watch: The Slippery Slope of Becoming a Mountain Biker

First, you buy a $500 starter bike. Next thing you know, you’re $10,000 in the hole, constantly browsing new bikes online, and using the word…

Written by GJ Staff October 15, 2018

Watch: Danny MacAskill Rides the Wettest Trails in Waterproof Onesie

A master of mountain biking, Danny MacAskill suits up to ride through slop, deep puddles, and downright nasty mud. But he stays dry thanks to…

Written by GJ Staff October 10, 2018

Hydration Wars: Osprey Revamps Cycling Pack Line for 2019

For 2019, Osprey revamped and expanded its full line of cycling-specific hydration packs. We got an early look at the line and were impressed with…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 04, 2018

Hardtail vs. Full-Suspension: Mountain Bike Smackdown

Itching for a fight? Start a thread on social media asking which is better: hardtail or full-suspension. I decided to cut through the rancor and…

Written by Marty Grabijas October 04, 2018

Better Mountain Bike Light: Mystic Devices Digitally Steers to Illuminate Trail

Mountain biking at night could get a little better if a new light launched today can deliver on its promises. Mystic Devices, a small startup…

Written by Sean McCoy September 28, 2018

Watch: Biking and Rafting in Pristine British Columbia Backcountry

Three explorers journey deep into northern British Columbia to examine a mine and its potential effects on the surrounding pristine wilderness.

Written by GJ Staff September 27, 2018

Watch: Graham Agassiz Rips Trail on a Kona E-Bike

If this video didn’t explicitly say ‘e-bike,’ it would have been hard to tell. This mountain biker absolutely flies up and down trail!

Written by GJ Staff September 24, 2018

Yeti SB130 Review: Your Other Bikes Will Gather Dust

Replacing Yeti’s hugely popular SB5.5, the SB130 made me a better rider. This 29er trail bike is the most aggressively versatile MTB I’ve ridden yet.…

Written by Berne Broudy September 14, 2018

Watch: Team Bikes and Packrafts around British Columbia’s Mines

A bikepacking team explores the effects of mining on the sacred headwaters of northwestern British Columbia. Typical of the area, the video features glacier-fed rivers,…

Written by GJ Staff September 10, 2018

Fox Live Valve: The Electric Future of MTB Suspension Lockouts

The electronic Fox Live Valve system continuously adjusts your mountain bike suspension, aiming to improve your ride — and how you ride it.

Written by Berne Broudy August 30, 2018

Dialed Function, Elegant Form: POC Tectal Race SPIN MTB Helmet Review

POC Sports releases a fully-featured trail and enduro riding helmet that holds safety above all else. We tested the helmet over six weeks, riding tight and…

Written by Seiji Ishii August 29, 2018

New Trails Coming: Winners Announced for Inaugural MTB Grants

Launched this spring by the International Mountain Biking Association, the Trail Accelerator grant program identifies communities most in need of mountain bike infrastructure.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 29, 2018

Red Bull Rampage Launches Campout Experience for MTB Fans

This year the Red Bull Rampage launches a camp experience for spectators who want to get up close and personal with one of the world’s…

Written by Julie Kailus August 28, 2018

Yeti SB150 Review: A Long-Travel 29er Built to Do Everything

Low, slack, and long, this long-travel 29er performs so well climbing and descending that riders who love the downhill could make it a one-bike quiver.

Written by Berne Broudy August 27, 2018

Review: Mountain Bike Grips for Sore Hands

If you suffer from sore hands or wrists when mountain biking, the fix might be as simple as a new set of grips. We tested…

Written by Christophe Noel August 27, 2018

Convertible Bike Transforms Into Road, Commuter & MTB

Swap out your wheels, cockpit, saddle, and fork – presto: a new bike! Well, sort of. Introducing the Convert FF1.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 16, 2018

So You Want to Race 100 Miles on a Mountain Bike? Start Here

The 100-mile distance is certainly on the “ultra” edge of the endurance mountain biking spectrum. But a reasonably fit rider, training eight hours per week…

Written by Chelsey Magness August 13, 2018

The Dirt on Joining Your High School Mountain Bike Team

The National Interscholastic Cycling Association continues to see record growth in high school mountain biking around the country. But for newbies, the individual sport can…

Written by Julie Kailus August 09, 2018