Biking

3 Massive Bikepacking Rides in 8 Days: Watch How in This 3-Part Film Series

Chris Wilson and a friend headed to Utah with an epic goal in mind: to ride three separate bikepacking routes over 8 days. And these…

Written by Mary Murphy December 30, 2021

‘The Hill Climb Project’: How a Cyclist Raced Up the Steepest Hills on the Lightest Steel Bike Possible

Hill climbing: You know you’re going to put yourself in the most possible pain that you can on a bike. But that doesn’t deter one…

Written by Mary Murphy December 30, 2021

‘Give It a Shot’: Learn Your New Favorite Sport From Ballinger, Townsend, and More

Applications are open to fledgling adventure-seekers who want to learn the basics of outdoor sports like climbing, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and more.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 29, 2021

7 Adventure Hostels for Outdoor Travelers

Whether you’re skiing or riding groomers, navigating singletrack on your mountain bike, or learning how to surf, here are a handful of the nation’s best…

Written by Morgan Tilton December 27, 2021

Mountain Biking Moab Solo: How to Ride the ‘Whole Enchilada’ Trail by Yourself

The cool desert breeze rises over the sheer cliff overlooking Utah’s pristine Castle Valley. The only sound is the crunch of gravel. It’s just me,…

Written by David Young December 22, 2021

Orbea Oiz M Team Review: XC Race Bike That Yearns to Do More

Orbea’s Oiz update produces a tight, snappy racer with a suspension that can handle rougher trails than many XC race bikes. Check out this Orbea…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 14, 2021

Cyclocross Poised to Bring Cycling to the Winter Olympics

Have you ever tried to run up a slush-encrusted staircase, as fast as you can, carrying a bicycle? Then tried to ride back down it?…

Written by Sam Anderson December 09, 2021

Can You Break Carbon Wheels? Watch This Test Crew Try

In this video, a pro cycling test crew puts Winspace’s carbon HYPER wheels through the wringer. They’re light, they’re aero — but are they strong?

Written by Jilli Cluff December 09, 2021

Micayla Gatto Swerves Trails at Vedder Mountain in Chilliwack, British Columbia

What do you get when you combine trucks, bikes, friends, and local trails? An epic adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy December 08, 2021

New Bike Day! Wilde Bicycle Brand Launches With Handmade Gravel and MTB Frames

The brainchild of industry veterans, new adventure cycling brand Wilde Bicycle Co. handcrafts frames right here in the USA.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 07, 2021

Driver Who Killed Pro Cyclist Ben Sonntag Sentenced to Prison

In a packed courthouse on Dec. 3, 2021, a district judge sentenced the driver who hit and killed pro cyclist Ben Sonntag to 3 years…

Written by Sam Anderson December 07, 2021

What Every Woman Should Know About Bike Fit

Women’s cycling needs vary from men’s in several ways. Here’s some information to help you find the perfect fit for your bike.

Written by Julie Kailus December 06, 2021

The Polar Grit X Pro Is a Wrist-Based Navigator, Trainer, and Fitness Tracker

Polar raises the bar with the Grit X Pro multisport watch. It now has built-in GPS and navigation, improved heart-rate tracking, and a rugged build.

Pro Cyclist Teammates Embark on ‘Pure Fun’ Biking Adventure

Gravel riding, road cycling, MTB racing — that’s what these two pro cyclists do for fun.

Written by Mary Murphy December 01, 2021

Kristian Blummenfelt Shatters IRONMAN World Record on His First Try

Norwegian triathlete Kristian Blummenfelt already held the half IRONMAN record. This month, he claimed the IRONMAN world record for the full-distance race — competing in…

Written by Sam Anderson November 30, 2021

Cyclist Mikah Meyer Bikepacks Across Oregon, Supports LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces Outdoors

Mikah Meyer wants to foster a safe space outdoors for the LGBTQ+ community — sometimes that means doing things he’s never done before.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 24, 2021

Guru Shows an Anxious Roadie How to Chill in ‘Just Enjoy the Ride’

In this short satirical piece by Serial 1, a mystical eBike guru appears when a neurotic, obnoxious cyclist needs him most.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 23, 2021

Cargo E-Bike Review: The Momentum PakYak E+ Eats Big Hills for Lunch Even Under Load

Lots of power and easy sizing adjustments make this one of the more versatile family-focused e-cargo bikes on the market.

Written by Cameron Martindell November 23, 2021

From Surf to Skate to MTB: Watch This Stoke-Junkie Chase His Shred Fix

Santa Cruz local Isaac Wallen’s influence comes bike, surf, and skate culture. Check out what this mountain biker is all about in Rapha’s short film.

Written by Mary Murphy November 22, 2021

Family Send: ‘Bear With Us’ Shows You’re Never Too Young to Shred

Watch as one family — and their 3-year-old — take on some of the best singletrack trails in the U.S. South.

Written by Mary Murphy November 19, 2021

Busted: Police Capture Massive $1.5M Bike Theft Ring

Eight individuals are accused of stealing $1,243,000 in bikes and vehicles and causing over $230,000 in property damage during a 2019-2020 bike theft spree.

Written by Sam Anderson November 19, 2021

Watch This Mountain Biker Shred Lush, Loamy Oregon Backwoods

In ‘Oregon Exploration,’ mountain biker KC Deane takes to some of the most challenging, most aesthetic singletrack in the PNW.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 18, 2021

Watch 2 US Cyclists’ Journey Up Peru’s 18,000-Foot Peak in ‘Auzangate’

Led by two Cusco bike guides, two U.S. cyclists set off to conquer one of Peru’s highest peaks in Pearl Izumi’s “SHARED TERRITORY” series.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 17, 2021

‘A Space for All’: BIPOC Mountain Biker Brooke Goudy Shares Her Joy for Bikes

Brooke Goudy is paving the way for future BIPOC riders. This short film documents a lot of that story.

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2021

Mountain Biker Takes Scientific Approach to ‘Everesting’ Squamish’s Toughest Trails

In ‘Everesting.’ MTB athlete Zanny Venner looks to push her mental limits by gaining 29,000 vertical feet in 24 hours of pedaling.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 12, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Aventure E-Bike From Aventon Giveaway

This week, two lucky winners will receive an Aventure E-bike from Aventon!

Richard Branson Crashes Bike, Not Spaceship; Calls Incident ‘Colossal’

Richard Branson has suffered what he called a ‘colossal cycling crash’ while riding in a fundraising event in the British Virgin Islands.

Written by Sam Anderson November 11, 2021

Watch: Vicki Golden Gets Sendy at Red Bull Imagination Showdown

This year, Vicki Golden was the only female participant at Red Bull Imagination. This short film captures all the behind-the-scenes goodness of what it’s like…

Written by Mary Murphy November 11, 2021