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Danny MacAskill Answers GearJunkie’s Burning Questions

The day Danny MacAskill dropped his San Francisco video, he set aside some time to answer every question we could throw at him.

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2022

Hans Rey and Rob Warner Get ‘Gritty in Mexico City’

With his latest bike adventure, Hans Rey learns about Mexican culture while rolling through the bustling streets of its capital city.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 28, 2022

Watch Kriss Kyle Rip Up the Tiny Island MTB Paradise of Madeira

You don’t have to know much about mountain biking to figure sense how saturated with style this clip is. Some riders just have flare —…

Written by Sam Anderson November 25, 2022

Score Free ENVE Composites Goodies for a Month

Cycling deals are aplenty during the holiday season. It takes more than a percentage discount to garner my attention.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 25, 2022

Bottom Bracket Basics: Cyclists’ Guide to Standards

Bottom bracket “standards” are all over the place. Here’s GearJunkie’s guide to understanding the quagmire.

Written by Mark Wilson November 23, 2022

Watch How Kiran MacKinnon Tests Suspension for Santa Cruz Bikes

Want to see what goes into the process of testing, choosing, and tuning suspension components for mountain bikes? Look no further.

Written by Sam Anderson November 22, 2022

IBIS Ripley AF Mountain Bike Review: All the Fun for Half the Price

The IBIS Ripley AF delivers its much costlier cousin’s pedaling efficiency and suspension performance with minimal tradeoffs.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 22, 2022

Explained: The Universal Derailleur Hanger

Nearly every bike that can shift gears has a small, unassuming part that goes unnoticed 99.9% of the time.

Written by Mark Wilson November 18, 2022

Freeridin’ and Vibin’: The Only 2 Objectives in Christian Rigal’s ‘Summer Trippin’

Whether they’re treating a washed-out cliff bank like a quarter-pipe or taking slams on the public school steps, Rigal and the crew are here for…

Written by Sam Anderson November 18, 2022

Transition Releases the ‘Mullet’ TR11

By now, results have proven the so-called ‘mullet’ setup’s utility on the gnarliest mountain bike trails. The Transition TR11 joins the party (in the back).

Written by Sam Anderson November 17, 2022

Yeti Cycles SB160 Review: Climbs and Descends Better Than Any Other Bike

The Yeti Cycles SB160 descends like a demon and pedals easily. It’s the best climber and descender I’ve ever ridden.

Written by Berne Broudy November 10, 2022

Fastest Known Time: Hannah Otto Slays Moab’s ‘The Whole Enchilada’ Trail

Completing 55.27 miles with over 8,000 feet of elevation gain in 5 hours and 50 minutes, pro mountain biker Hannah Otto has set a significant…

Written by Rebecca Ross November 09, 2022

Moto Parilla’s Tricolore Combines E-Bikes, Motorbikes, and Enduro

This electric MTB functions as a pedal-assisted enduro bike, but with lines and features that nod at its bigger motorbike cousins.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 07, 2022

Win the Bike That Climbed Up All 8,600 Feet of ‘The Whole Enchilada’ Trail

Win the bike that rode up the entire 8,600 feet of the infamous ‘The Whole Enchilada’ trail.

Written by Zach Overholt November 07, 2022

‘Unrealistic’: 2 MTB Riders Reflect on Fear and Aging

In this contemplative vid, two middle-aged mountain bikers reflect on what it means to keep shredding as they look toward their twilight years.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 07, 2022

Alchemy Bikes Au Models: New Tube Sets, Stiffer Carbon, Lighter Paint

Alchemy, known for its exclusive use of premium materials like carbon fiber and titanium, just took things up a notch.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 07, 2022

Bucket List: Mountain Biking Blackhawk Pass in Colorado

Nothing like celebrating fall colors with high-speed mountain biking and the company of a few good friends.

Written by Sam Anderson November 03, 2022

Orbea Oiz XC MTB Gets New Geometry, Stiffer Back End

The Oiz was a featherweight, snappy XC race bike. Now, adjustments to its geometry arrive to add some stability.

Written by Sam Anderson November 03, 2022

‘A Brief Shredit of Unassuming Nature’: MTB Hijinks in British Columbia

Mountain biker Matt Bolton battles slippery conditions as he rips on Squamish’s world-famous dirt-and-slab trails.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 03, 2022

Raddest Rippers: Top 3 Runs From Red Bull Rampage 2022

Did you miss Rampage 2022? If so, you skipped out on three wild podium runs. Catch up on all the event highlights right here.

Written by Sam Anderson November 02, 2022

‘The Whole Enchilada’: MTBer Attempts Classic Downhill Trail — But Up

How do you make an epically difficult, classic mountain bike trail classic even harder? By doing it in reverse, of course.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 02, 2022

Check Out ‘Grave Digger’: A Monster Bike With 36-Inch Wheels

Did you think mountain bike wheels would top out at 29 inches? This one-off build from Ted James Design begs to differ.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 02, 2022

Race Face Confronts Carbon Crank Problems With Era Update

Say goodbye to heel scuffs and crash damage: The latest carbon cranks from Race Face level up their durability — and still come with a…

Written by Andrew McLemore November 02, 2022

US-Made ‘Hangover’ Helmet Light Claims Better Light With Unique Beam

Outbound Lighting’s wireless helmet light now sports a new beam pattern and updated, American-made materials.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 01, 2022

Digit Unveils First 29er Mountain Bike With Strut Suspension

Visitors at this weekend’s Philly Bike Expo feasted their eyes on Digit’s rethought suspension concept — now adapted to a 29” bike for the first…

Written by Sam Anderson October 31, 2022

Automatic Steering on the Canyon Spectral CF8 K.I.S.: First Look Review

The Canton Spectral K.I.S. mountain bike holds your line by automatically centering the handlebar, aiding both ascents and descents.

Written by GJ Staff October 31, 2022

Kyle Strait Misses Red Bull Rampage 2022 After Multiple Spinal Fractures

The veteran Rampage rider suffered a competition-ending injury during practice but is already up and walking.

Written by Andrew Marshall October 26, 2022

Rheeder Wins Rampage 2022 After Wind Foils Final Runs

Brett Rheeder took top honors at Red Bull Rampage 2022, as heavy wind shut down seven riders hoping to make a podium bid in their…

Written by Sam Anderson October 21, 2022

Volokhov Drops Out of First Rampage With Event Day Practice Injury

Longtime digger Alex Volokhov dropped out of his first Red Bull Rampage as a rider after suffering an injury while rehearsing his line on competition…

Written by Sam Anderson October 21, 2022