Biking

Volcano Skiing: Outside TV Releases Full ‘Ring of Fire’ Series

In Ring of Fire, two best friends and ski mountaineers headed off for the adventure of a lifetime — they just didn’t know it yet.…

Written by Mary Murphy January 13, 2021

The Best Mountain Bike Tires of 2021

Whether you’re a new or experienced rider looking to upgrade your tires, this guide to the best mountain bike tires has what you need!

Written by Kalli Hawkins January 12, 2021

Bikerafting 101: How to Lash Your Bike to a Packraft

A new book, ‘The Bikeraft Guide,’ offers a comprehensive rundown of tackling an adventure by pedal and paddle. So we asked the authors to answer…

Written by Lizzy Scully & Steve “Doom” Fassbinder January 12, 2021

WaveCel Helmet Lawsuit: NY Man Sues Trek for ‘Misleading’ Safety Claims

Trek/Bontrager touted its WaveCel bicycle helmets as being ’48 times’ more effective at protecting against concussions than standard EPS foam helmets. A New York man…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 11, 2021

Inside the ‘Wattage Cottage’: An Eco-Cabin Adjacent to World-Class MTB Trails

A GearJunkie contributor built an experimental eco-retreat on 6 forested acres, connected to IMBA’s silver-level mountain biking ride center at Cuyuna Lakes, Minnesota.

Written by GJ Staff January 08, 2021

CAKE, Goal Zero Develop Stealth ‘Bush Bikes’ to Combat Poaching

What’s cooler than protecting endangered wildlife from illegal poachers? Doing so on a stealthy electric ‘bush bike.’

Written by Mary Murphy January 07, 2021

Cody Townsend Tries Bikepacking in Pandemic Pursuit of Ski Lines

What do you take when you combine a global pandemic, two pro skiers, two bikes, and a thirst for travel? This epic adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy January 07, 2021

Self-Charging E-Bike: Why the ‘Rocket’ Reached 4,000% of Its Crowdfunding Goal

Picture an e-bike. They’re nothing new. But ever so often, one bike comes along that really wows — and this one charges as you ride.

Written by Mary Murphy January 05, 2021

Bikes, Guitars, Carpentry, Motorcycles: Cyclist Colin Strickland Is a Jack of All Trades

There’s no doubt Colin Strickland is a great cyclist. But like most people, there’s more than meets the eye.

Written by Mary Murphy December 29, 2020

Christmas to New Year’s Bike Ride: Tackle the ‘Festive 500’ With Rapha

Seattle in December is wet, cold, and brutal. Yet 32 riders still signed up to ride a ‘festive’ 500 km. Learn all about Rapha’s unique…

Written by Mary Murphy December 24, 2020

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

Every week, we bring you a curated list of the best outdoor gear deals on the internet. This week, find great deals on QALO, Kodiak,…

Written by Ilana Newman December 23, 2020

‘Despair on the Colorado Trail’: A Bikepacker’s First FKT Attempt

Pro MTB racer Payson McElveen had never gone out for a bikepacking race before his recent decision to attempt an FKT.

Written by Mary Murphy December 22, 2020

Bikepack Beekeeping: The Craziest Quarantine Activity You’ve Never Heard Of

What’s crazier than bikepacking? Beekeeping, of course. And then, well, combining the two.

Written by Mary Murphy December 18, 2020

Burglars Break Into Specialized HQ, Steal $160K in Collector Bicycles

Specialized posted a $25,000 reward for the arrest of those responsible and the return of the one-of-a-kind bikes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 18, 2020

Bivo Metal Bike Bottle: No Mold, No Squeeze, No Suck

We’re not saying that it takes an ex-NASA engineer to make a metal bike bottle that won’t rattle in a standard bike cage, but that’s…

Written by Berne Broudy December 16, 2020

Meet the Man Who Bikes Around the World on a Penny-Farthing

Picture a 4-foot-tall front wheel, no chain, and solid rubber tires. This is a penny-farthing bicycle. We spoke with maybe the best penny-farthing rider in the…

Written by Mary Murphy December 08, 2020

Outdoor Brands Unite for ‘The Common Wild Initiative’

Sixteen diverse outdoor brands joined together in an effort to protect and preserve public lands. They’re calling their effort ‘The Common Wild Initiative.’

Written by Ford Van Fossan December 07, 2020

Revel Ranger Review: Introducing the Smedium-Travel Mountain Bike

 The newest offering from Revel bikes uses modern geometry and perfectly tuned suspension to hit the sweet spot for today’s XC bikes. Goldilocks just found…

Written by Kurt Barclay December 04, 2020

Guilty Plea: Booby-Trapper Targets Bikes, Snares Hiker

A Montana man set up a ‘wicked’ booby trap of wood and sharp nails to keep bikers off a trail.

Written by Mary Murphy December 04, 2020

Specialized Hotwalk Carbon: Meet the $1,000 Bike for Toddlers

Is this full-carbon pushbike really just the ultimate parental indulgence?

Written by Berne Broudy December 03, 2020

Polar Watch’s Built-In ‘Performance Tests’ Give Leg Up on the Competition

Three new benchmark tests offer data to inform your progress toward fitness goals and athletic recovery. It’s like having a trainer on your wrist.

Written by Sponsored Post December 02, 2020

12 Days of Savings: Gifts for Every Cyclist

During the first 12 days of December, Competitive Cyclist will highlight daily deals. Below is our guide to the upcoming sales from apparel brands like…

Written by Sponsored Post December 01, 2020

Recall: Santa Cruz, Juliana Warn Mountain Bike Frames Can Buckle

The recall impacts about 3,000 mountain bikes in the U.S. and Canada.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 27, 2020

Standout Deals From Competitive Cyclist’s Cyber Sale

Check out Competitive Cyclist’s Cyber Sale with deals on bikes, apparel, accessories, and more.

Written by Sponsored Post November 27, 2020

The Best Mountain Bikes Under $1,000

An ultra high-end mountain bike isn’t always necessary. We’ve identified the best mountain bikes for under $1,000 that offer plenty of performance for less money.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss November 24, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Giro Manifest Mountain Bike Helmet Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Giro Manifest MTB Helmet, valued at $260!

Written by Sponsored Post November 20, 2020

Here’s Why That Dunkin’ Donuts Tandem Bicycle Looks So, So Wrong

America may run on Dunkin’, but it’s certainly not going to bike on it.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 19, 2020

Harley-Davidson Unveils E-Bike Models: The First Serial 1s Are Available Now

A couple weeks ago, motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson announced its spinoff bicycle brand, Serial 1 Cycle Company. A first look at the new e-bike models is…

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2020