Biking

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

This week, find great deals on Solo Stove, prAna, Mountain Hardwear, and more.

Written by Ilana Newman May 05, 2021

Is Apple’s AirTag the Best Anti-Theft Device for Bikes?

A good lock will do its best to prevent your bike from being stolen. But the Apple AirTag might actually be the best way to…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 05, 2021

Adventure Without a Footprint: These CO Towns Offset Your Carbon Impact When You Visit

A new Gunnison Valley community challenge turns miles pedaled, run, walked, and meandered into carbon offsets.

Written by Berne Broudy May 04, 2021

Business in the Front, Party in the Back: Why You Need a ‘Mullet Bike’

Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and imagine this: a mountain bike that rolls over big rocks like a monster truck, stomps landings like…

Written by Andy Cochrane April 30, 2021

Blazing Saddles (and Trails): How One Coach Is Welcoming a New Generation of Cyclists

The faces of cycling are evolving. And Anthony Carter is helping pave the way.

Written by Mary Murphy April 27, 2021

World’s First ‘Smart Inner Tube’: Tubolito P-SENS Sends PSI to Your Phone

The first-of-its-kind mountain bike tire uses NFC chip technology to communicate with the rider’s phone.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 26, 2021

Shimano’s ‘A Dog’s Tale’: Must-Watch for Mountain Bikers, Dog Lovers

Berms, bikes, belly rubs — trust us, Shimano’s new film will warm your heart.

Written by Mary Murphy April 26, 2021

Run Continental Tires on a Virtual Bike in Red Bull’s MTB Mobile Game

Red Bull’s Bike Unchained mobile app game just got an upgrade. Now, you can run brand-new Continental tires on your (virtual) bike.

Written by Mary Murphy April 19, 2021

SRAM Rival eTap AXS Review: Premium Electronic Wireless Shifting Trickles Down

Our head-to-head comparison between SRAM’s premium RED and new mid-range Rival eTap AXS groupsets revealed surprising results.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 15, 2021

Bike on Water: Manta5 Hydrofoiler XE-1 E-Bike Review

Love to bike? Pedal on rivers, lakes, or oceans with the Manta5 Hydrofoiler XE-1 e-bike.

Written by GJ Staff April 13, 2021

Get ‘Rad! Life Time Unveils ‘Dirt Fest’ Races for Gravel Ride, Run

Life Time Fitness quadruples down on its commitment to host big-name events in small-town America with its latest bike/run offering: the ‘Rad Dirt Fest. Organizers…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 08, 2021

‘Gates of Hell’ Bike Ride Spans 1,000 Miles With Snakes, Lions, and Quicksand

This four-part documentary covers a world first — a monthlong, bike-powered expedition across Namibia.

Written by Mary Murphy April 08, 2021

Wahoo Frontiers Film Series: Exploring the Lost Coast by Bike

Wahoo Fitness kicks off season 2 of its film series with a bike-packed adventure of California’s Lost Coast.

Written by Mary Murphy April 08, 2021

Leading the Pack: Adaptive Athlete Pedals Mountain Biking Toward Paralympics

Josie Fouts loves to mountain bike. And she’s good at it. Problem is, her sport isn’t recognized by the Paralympics. This year, she’s changing that.

Written by Mary Murphy April 07, 2021

Rippin’ Trails in Ripton Jorts: 3 Riders on a Quest for Dirt

The ingredients for a great ride? Lots of trails, dirt, berms, and jorts. Watch ‘Girls Gotta Eat Dirt’ here.

Written by Mary Murphy April 06, 2021

MTB Washing Machine: Muc-Off Bicycle Pressure Washer Review

There’s nothing better than riding hard and coming home dirty. But just like us, our bikes need a good washing after an epic day on…

Written by Jason Magness April 05, 2021

‘Cycle of Ancestry’ Traces 1,500-Mile Bikepacking Trek Through Lineage

First-generation Mayan American Mario Ordoñez Calderon used two wheels, and everything he could load onto them, to travel back through time.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 02, 2021

‘Chosen Confluence’: Bikepacking and Climbing Through Florissant, Colorado

This film gives us all the feels and gets us so excited for the future of cycling, bikepacking, and climbing.

Written by Mary Murphy April 02, 2021

E-Bikes Turned Me Into a Bike Snob, and I Hate It

I reluctantly test rode Cannondale’s latest e-bike, the Adventure Neo. Despite my best efforts, I couldn’t hate it. And that’s when I realized: I’d become…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 31, 2021

Year of the Bike: ‘Whatever The Road’ Inspires Exploration Near Home

Bored or stuck at home? Longing to travel? Explore the roads and trails near you. We guarantee you’ll find adventure somewhere — wherever the road…

Written by Mary Murphy March 30, 2021

Fat Bikers: ‘All Bodies on Bikes’ Pushes for a Welcoming Cycling Community

‘All Bodies on Bikes’ focuses on inclusivity and creating a more welcoming cycling community. Shimano wants to be part of that.

Written by Mary Murphy March 29, 2021

Beyond Wheels: ENVE Unveils Custom Carbon Bike Frames

Renowned for its high-performance wheels, ENVE jumps into the world of complete carbon bike builds.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 26, 2021

Bike to Ski to … Lava? Trio Completes Human-Powered Volcano Tour

Stio’s ‘Rise and Grind’ film documents three athletes’ human-powered tour of seven Pacific Northwest volcanoes.

Written by Mary Murphy March 25, 2021

Hiker Stabs Mountain Biker in Right-of-Way Altercation

A hiker is now in custody after stabbing a mountain biker on a Washington Trail. The incident took place on a mixed-use trail and resulted…

Written by GJ Staff March 24, 2021

Ride, Learn, Explore: Join the ‘Black History Bike Ride’ in Austin

There’s still time to be one of the 500 riders to help the second-annual Black History Bike Ride meet its fundraising goal of $5,000. But…

Written by Ilana Newman March 24, 2021

Garmin Rally Power Meter Pedals: Track Stats, Swap From Road to Mountain

One power meter to rule all your pedal-powered pursuits, the Garmin Rally targets ease of use and versatility with swappable pedal power meters that suit…

Written by Berne Broudy March 24, 2021

The Spirit of the Bike, as Told by ‘Bicycle Nomad’ Erick Cedeño

The humble bike is Blackburn ambassador Erick Cedeño’s inspiration, medium, and method of exploration. Learn how a bike can help get you outside too.

Written by Mary Murphy March 23, 2021

Ortlieb Fork-Pack Review: Extra Bikepacking Storage With Peace of Mind

We swapped office chairs for bike saddles for a multiday bikepacking and gear-testing adventure along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in Colorado.

Written by Zach Burton March 19, 2021