Biking

Train Worker Thwarts Thief, Guards Bike for 4 Hours Until Owner Returns

A London man returned after work to find a cut lock and his bike gone. But his faith in humanity was restored, along with his…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 02, 2020

Bikepacking Gear: 10 Essentials for an Epic Ride

Champions Jay Petervary and Josh Kato share with GearJunkie what essential bikepacking gear is in their kit on race day.

Written by Steve Graepel July 02, 2020

Yeti SB115 Mountain Bike Review: ‘Down-Country’ 29er Slays Ups and Downs

Yeti introduced the SB115 as a strong contender in the new category of down-country bikes. We put the SB115 to the test for this review.

Written by Sean McCoy July 01, 2020

Ride the Saddle, Not the Couch: Tips to Get Kids Outside

Scott Sports’s latest film series is a great reminder to parents: get those kids off the couch and outdoors. What better way to do that…

Written by Mary Murphy July 01, 2020

Massive Sale: Save Up to 75% Off Bikes & Gear

Competitive Cyclist is having a huge sale on all things bike for the Fourth of July — don’t miss out on the deals.

Written by Zach Burton June 29, 2020

10 Bike Products to Get You Rolling This Summer

Summer is here and that means bike season is in full swing. From gravel bikes to road riding, we’ve found the essential bike gear to…

Written by Mallory Paige June 26, 2020

Cannondale’s Topstone: A Go-Everywhere Gravel Bike

Cannondale’s Topstone bikes are do-all adventure bikes that are built to crush gravel rides, get off-road, and haul gear for bikepacking. The Topstone line will…

Written by GJ Staff June 26, 2020

Bike Sale: Up to 35% Off Road, Gravel, and Mountain Bikes at Competitive Cyclist

Competitive Cyclist has big deals on new bikes from Cervelo, Yeti Cycles, Pinarello, and more. The cycling industry is booming, and inventory moves quickly. So…

Written by GJ Staff June 25, 2020

Virtual Racing: What It Is and How to Get Started

With spring races all over the world postponed or canceled, athletes are turning to virtual runs and rides to keep themselves fit and still test…

Written by GJ Staff June 25, 2020

Conquering Queen: Juliana Furtado Mountain Bike Review

With modern geometry, a new shock placement, and a tune for lighter riders, if you’re looking for a playful and poppy quiver of one, and…

Written by GJ Staff June 24, 2020

My New Favorite Cycling Socks: Smartwool ‘Ultra Light Cycle Crew’

When it comes to bike commuting and mountain biking, I’ve always just worn running socks. Until now.

Written by Mary Murphy June 22, 2020

Dirty Kanza Founder Ousted After Calling Fatal Shooting of Rayshard Brooks ‘Justified’

In a Facebook post, Jim Cummins said the Atlanta police officer who shot and killed 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks was ‘justified.’ Cummins challenged anyone who disagreed…

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 22, 2020

‘Queen of Crankworx’ Busts Out Flawless MTB Stunts

Vaea Verbeeck raced for 10 years before she became a pro mountain biker, and she still works hard every day to grow in the sport.

Written by Mary Murphy June 19, 2020

The Best Bikepacking Bags of 2021

From single-day rides between hotels to monthlong singletrack assaults, these five bags will help launch you into bikepacking.

Written by Steve Graepel June 17, 2020

Training Wheels to Trailblazing: How 19 Cyclists Made It Big

Teton Gravity Research’s latest film, ‘Accomplice,’ showcases the evolution of some of the greatest riders of our time.

Written by Mary Murphy June 17, 2020

Tiny MTB: Santa Cruz Shreds ‘Mini Bike’ in Hilarious Teaser

In this short edit, Santa Cruz’s new 5010 mountain bike gets an upgrade. But not like you think.

Written by Mary Murphy June 16, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Blackburn Core Pro Floor Pump & Pro Plugger C02 Inflator Kit Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Core Pro Floor Pump and Pro Plugger C02 repair kit!

Written by GJ Staff June 12, 2020

Today’s Bargains: 5 Great Bike Gear Deals

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from REI, Santa Cruz Bicycles, and more to save…

Written by Mary Murphy June 12, 2020

Emerging Gear: Upgraded ‘Playbike,’ Extreme Solar Charger, 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 June 11, 2020

Shred Lore: Tommy G’s Supernatural Mountain Bike Feats

In this comical and playful edit, a score of legendary mountain bikers takes on the hills of Switzerland.

Written by Mary Murphy June 11, 2020

Shakeups, Surprises, and … Canada? America’s Best Cities for Cycling in 2020

PeopleForBikes’ annual city ranking list has historically presented a lineup of the usual suspects. Not this year.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 09, 2020

The South Downs Way: Retracing a Champion Cyclist’s Historic Tracks

A year ago, four adventure-seeking riders took on the historic South Downs Way Trail. This film tells their story.

Written by Mary Murphy June 09, 2020

This Family Bike Trip Is the Best Adventure a Dad Could Ask For

Riding the Rainbow Rim Trail in Grand Canyon National Park is a very different trip with two kids in tow. Or is it?

Written by Mary Murphy June 08, 2020

2020’s Best New Bike Gear Revealed (From Canceled Sea Otter)

If the cycling expo Sea Otter had happened, here’s the 2020 bike gear we would have covered at the show.

Written by GJ Staff June 04, 2020

The Best Gifts for Dad: Must-Have Gear for Outdoorsy Men

Father’s Day is June 21. Whether the outdoorsman in your life loves camping, hiking, running, or BBQing, we found the best gifts for dad.

Written by Mallory Paige May 29, 2020

Cam Zink: Freeride Mountain Biker and World Record-Holder

Cam Zink is a frequent contestant in Red Bull Rampage. But he’s also a world record-holder. Learn all about the athlete in this short film.

Written by Mary Murphy May 28, 2020

Mini Epics: 5 Ways to Create Big Adventure Near Home

You don’t need to travel far to have a lot of fun and scratch the adventure itch. This is how two professional adventure racers will…

Written by Chelsey Magness May 26, 2020

Emerging Gear: Energy Chews, 4-Pound Bike, 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 May 21, 2020