Biking

Diversity-Focused L39ION of Los Angeles Announces 2023 Cycling Teams

L39ION adds a women’s road race champion, brings back sets of prominent siblings, and looks like a strong contender in men’s criterium racing.

Written by Sam Anderson December 07, 2022

Bike Geometry Explained: Understand What You Need and Why

Cyclists should know basic bike geometry before choosing a ride, including stack, reach, wheelbase, head tube angle, rake, trail, and bottom bracket drop.

Written by Mark Wilson December 06, 2022

1UP USA 2-Inch Super Duty Double Review: The Burliest Bicycle Hitch Rack Ever

The 1UP 2-inch Super Duty Double hitch rack is, hands down, the burliest bike rack I’ve ever used. And I’ve had a bike rack on…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 06, 2022

Vitus Bikes Arrives in US With Substantial Direct-to-Consumer Lineup

The storied French builder lands in the U.S. with a plethora of bikes across discplines. Operations and distribution will headquarter in Salt Lake City.

Written by Sam Anderson December 06, 2022

Win This Pro’s Closet x Mosaic Gravel Bike — Here’s How!

This Mosaic GT-2 45 has a custom titanium frame, Land Rover paint theme, ENVE fork, and more. Not bad for a free bike, right?

Written by Sam Anderson December 05, 2022

Coming Full Circle: ‘A Father’s Legacy’ in the Leadville Trail 100

Continuing a family tradition, Simi Hamilton competed in the Leadville Trail MTB 100, 39 years after his father won the first Leadville Trail 100 Run.

Written by Rebecca Ross December 02, 2022

‘Twenty Times Across the Sky’ Record-Setter: Meet the Woman Who Became the First

Roxanne Hall, a 58-year-old rockstar, accidentally set a record as the first woman to complete the 100-mile Across the Sky route 20 times.

Written by Rebecca Ross December 02, 2022

Danny MacAskill Shreds San Francisco in ‘Postcards’ Video

Is it just me, or is it physically impossible not to open your mouth in disbelief when you watch this dude ride?

Written by Sam Anderson November 30, 2022

2024 Tour de France Will Not End in Paris, Officials Expected to Announce

For the first time in almost half a century, cycling’s biggest race likely will not end in France’s capital city.

Written by Sam Anderson November 30, 2022

Hugo Frixtalon Shreds on a Short Travel COMMENCAL Trail Bike

In this video, the French rider shows a short-travel trail bike can defy gravity just as much as a dedicated downhiller.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 30, 2022

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

Bamboo vs. Metal or Carbon? New Zealand Brand Offers Solid Wood Handlebars

Passchier claims its wooden handlebars will stand up to rough terrain, long-term use, and all the elements. They also look pretty sweet.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 29, 2022

Bicycle Hub Standards Explained

Bicycle hubs are among the more complex components of cycling. Hubs are found right smack in the middle of wheels and have a lot of…

Written by Mark Wilson November 28, 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

Free Soloist, Wingsuit Pilot, Mountain Biker Nail High-Speed Synchronized Squamish Stunt

Teamwork makes the dream work. (Well, and GoPro.) Watch a wingsuit pilot, free solo climber, and mountain biker nail a stunt from all three POVs…

Written by Sam Anderson 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

woom 3 AUTOMAGIC Bike: Kids’ Cruiser With Automatic Shifting

The 16-inch bike’s automatic shifting feature makes starts easier and allows your budding racer to build up some speed on the flats.

Written by Andrew Marshall 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

KAV Sports Improves on Award-Winning Design With Portola Kaze Bike Helmet

Time Magazine named the company’s original Portola helmet one of the year’s best inventions. KAV says it has already created a better one.

Written by Andrew McLemore 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

State Bicycle Co., Ham Cycles Launch Limited-Edition 4130 Road Bike

There’s only 50 bikes available in this limited-edition collaboration, so don’t wait too long to find one of these sweet rides.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 16, 2022

Tour de France Stage Record Attempt for Mark Cavendish in Jeopardy

B&B Hotels wants to sign Cavendish, but the team is rapidly running out of time to secure funding and licensing to ride in the 2023…

Written by Sam Anderson November 16, 2022

Winter Ultras: The ‘Chillest Humans’ Train and Race in the Coldest Weather

Winter ultrarunning combines the challenges of endurance racing with the season’s weather and extreme cold. To win, or even finish, takes perseverance and a little…