Biking

Love Your Bike but Hate Your Helmet? Design Your Own

Love biking but hate regular helmets? Now’s your chance to design (and win) your very own.

Written by Mary Murphy April 08, 2020

Leadville 100 MTB: What It Takes to Ride the Legendary Race

The film ‘Victory Lap’ follows two amateur riders’ journeys up to and through one of the most epic and grueling bike races in the country…

Written by Mary Murphy April 08, 2020

Are Bike Shops Open Near You? Check Out This Interactive Map

Do these trying, uncertain times have you itching to haul that bicycle out of storage? Don’t worry, this map will show you which shops are…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 06, 2020

The ‘Epic’ Bike Race That Never Was

A traveling and cycling initiative brought two riders to South Africa for a bike race. With the coronavirus epidemic, their plans changed. This is the…

Written by Mary Murphy April 06, 2020

Out of Business: Trust Performance Goes Under During Pandemic Shutdowns

A perfect storm of collapsing financial markets and manufacturing delays just put this bicycle fork manufacturer out of business.

Written by Berne Broudy April 02, 2020

Emerging Gear: ‘Climate Neutral’ Stove, 3D-Molded Bike Shoe, and More

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy April 02, 2020

Slippery and Demonic: Riding ‘Vertical’ Black Diamond Bike Trails

Singletrack woodwork and slippery rock slabs are what you get on this expert trail at Kicking Horse Mountain. That is, if you can stomach riding…

Written by Mary Murphy April 01, 2020

Wheelie Challenge: Learn a Sweet Bike Trick for Charity

Learn one of the coolest tricks and enjoy one of the best feelings you can have on a bicycle — for free.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 01, 2020

Bikes, Berms, Burritos: The Spirit of SoCal Cycling

In this new Canyon Bicycles series episode, pro riders Braydon Bringhurst, Luca Cometti, and Dante Silva take on the trails of SoCal.

Written by Mary Murphy March 31, 2020

Trail Group Asks to Convert Roads to Paths for Safer Social Distancing

With more people restricted from daily travel commutes, pedestrian and bicycle trails are increasingly busy. Although a sign of healthy activity, this surge raises new…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 30, 2020

Specialized’s Sale Supports Small Businesses: Shop Now & Save Big

Specialized has a wide array of bikes and gear on sale, with thousands of dollars in savings. These are some of our favorite deals.

Written by Sponsored Post March 27, 2020

Mountain Biker’s Epic Rap: ‘I Only Ride Park’

Whistler Mountain Bike Park got some free and funny advertising with this biker rap video.

Written by Mary Murphy March 24, 2020

‘Gravel Is a Lifestyle’: This Rider Gave Up World Tour Riding

Riding is fun. Racing should be fun. But after the Canyon Belgian Waffle Ride, Pete Stetina had to make a change.

Written by Mary Murphy March 20, 2020

Moto vs. MTB Trials Challenge: Who Will Win?

The first part of the two-part mountain biking film series ‘Game of B.I.K.E.’ is finally here.

Written by Mary Murphy March 19, 2020

Impossible Tricks by Danny MacAskill on a 50-Pound E-Bike

The Santa Cruz Heckler eMTB weighs nearly 50 pounds. But that doesn’t stop this bike legend from ripping on it.

Written by Mallory Paige March 17, 2020

Mountain Bike Inspiration: Rippers Take on Utah

The sweet new mountain biking film is all about taking the back roads, kicking up clay sand, and hitting jumps like there’s no tomorrow.

Written by Mary Murphy March 13, 2020

Professional Mountain Biker Dad: The Life of Thomas Vanderham

How does this MTB athlete find the perfect balance between sport and family? Watch this film to find out.

Written by Mary Murphy March 12, 2020

Yes, I Took My Babies Bikepacking. No, I’m Not Crazy.

Would you take your baby (and young child) on a multiday bikepacking trip? Our author and her husband did! This is how bikepacking with a…

Written by Chelsey Magness March 11, 2020

Mountain Biker Nikki Whiles Owns the Trails

This one-minute short is the perfect distraction — and motivation — you might be craving this Monday.

Written by Mary Murphy March 09, 2020

Coronavirus Spurs Date Change to Sea Otter Cycling Fest

Due to the ongoing threat of coronavirus, the Sea Otter Classic has postponed its April festival and trade show.

Written by Mary Murphy March 05, 2020

Lightest REI Tents Yet: Flash Air 1 & 2 Out Now

To address the growing demand for ultralight backpacking and bikepacking tents, REI has created its lightest Co-op tents yet: the Flash Air 1 and 2.

Written by Sponsored Post February 28, 2020

Recyclable Carbon Wheels: Revel Introduces Revolutionary Bike Tech

Revel Bikes innovated an entirely new approach to carbon fiber. And the brand claims it not only beats traditional carbon on weight and strength, it’s…

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 27, 2020

How to Build the Best Mountain Bike

Adventure fanatic Chelsey Magness went on a mission to build the best mountain bike. Here are her favorite tips and components for building your dream…

Written by Chelsey Magness February 25, 2020