Biking Archives

The New Liv Intrigue LT — Liv’s Most Capable Long-Travel Ride

The Intrigue LT provides more travel than any other bike in Liv’s lineup — and it offers a mixed-wheel configuration to boot.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 24, 2023

Canyon Bicycles Freerider Ryan McNulty: Raw Talent and Steez

If you haven’t heard or, more importantly, seen Ryan McNulty in action, Canyon Bicycles’ latest edit is the perfect introduction.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 24, 2023

Devinci Bikes’ Georgia Astle Flips the Switch

The young freerider hits some of British Columbia’s most scenic singletrack in this lushly shot, crisply cut video.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 24, 2023

E-Bike Classes Explained: 1-2-3, Go!

The proliferation of e-bikes has spurred the need for rules and regulations about their speed, power, and where they can be safely ridden.

Written by Toby Hill January 23, 2023

Chris King Brings Fully Internal Cable Integration to Classic Headset

Chris King combines fully internal cable routing integration with its sought-after craftsmanship — and now, pretty classic looks too.

Written by Cory Benson January 20, 2023

Aventon Launches the Aventure.2 Fat Tire E-Bike

With a 60-mile range, a torque sensor, two frame options, and four pedal-assist levels, this fat tire e-bike is dialed for off-road hijinks.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 17, 2023

Ridiculously Fun: MTB Pro Carson Storch Explains ‘Electric Beaver’

What is ‘Electric Beaver’? For one thing, it’s a beast. For another, it’s a brainchild. Carson Storch spills the whole story in this Q&A.

Written by Sam Anderson January 13, 2023

Lazer Coyote KinetiCore Now Available: Lowers the Cost of Rotational Protection

Rotational protection and a suite of handy, trail-ready features at a $100 price point? Color us intrigued.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 12, 2023

Specialized Lays Off 8% of Employees

In a brief press release, Specialized attributed the worldwide firings to a need to adapt to shifts in the cycling industry.

Written by Sam Anderson January 12, 2023

Caleb Holonko Absolutely Shreds North Vancouver

How many MTB stunts can you pack into a vid just over a minute long? Caleb Holonko is about to show you in this British…

Written by Andrew McLemore January 12, 2023

SRAM Rolls Out Modular, Direct-Mount Eagle Rear Derailleur to Save Your Wallet

SRAM continues its push to change the MTB derailleur game, with a new solution to resolve the key problems with direct-mount rear derailleurs.

Written by Cory Benson January 11, 2023

Belgian Waffle Ride Adds 3 More Events for Fall 2023

The world’s largest gravel series gets another three events for the fall, bringing the total number of events for gravel’s Quadrupel Crown to seven.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 11, 2023

Turn Your MTB Into an E-Bike With This Removable $300 DIY Hack

$300 is a lot cheaper than a new e-bike, but implementing this build is going to require a specific set of skills.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 11, 2023

Watch a Mountain Biker and Skier Surf Peruvian Sand Dunes in ‘FUEGO’ Trailer

The teaser for Kilian Bron’s new film is a pulse-pounding multisport journey down Peruvian sand slopes.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 11, 2023

Patent Patrol: Shimano Di2 Derailleur Floats Internals for Impact Protection

Shimano’s new system helps protect the most sensitive bits of the rear derailleur in an electronic shifting system. Springs protect the guts from impact damage…

Written by Cory Benson January 10, 2023

How to Start Downhill Mountain Biking on a Budget

So you think you want to start downhill mountain biking? Well, yeah, I do too. But it turns out there’s a lot to it. Here’s…

Written by Sam Anderson January 10, 2023

Dylan Stark’s 2022 MTB Highlight Reel Revives Raw, Old-School Mixtape Energy

Transposed onto the world that a suspended bike can unlock, the former BMXer’s tricks now actually resemble video game shenanigans.

Written by Sam Anderson January 09, 2023

Liv Embolden Mountain Bike Review: Affordable Women’s 29er for Moderately Technical Trails

The ladies’ Liv Embolden 1 is a competent, full-suspension mountain bike for beginners, with dependable comfort at a wildly low price.

Written by Morgan Tilton January 09, 2023

The World’s Best Gravel Bike Destinations According to Trek Travel

Everyone seems to be on the hunt for epic gravel bike rides these days. The explosion of off-road races and social gravel rides in the…

Written by Mark Wilson January 09, 2023

Swift Industries Zeitgeist Pack Review: Bigger on the Inside, Keeps Water Out

The Swift Industries Zeitgeist Pack was the missing piece of my bikepacking setup to safely carry the extras I would’ve left behind.

Written by Aubrey Byron January 09, 2023

Ronan Dunne Masters the Mud in ‘Doing Dangerous Stuff Safely’

Ronan Dunne made headlines in 2022 with a series of victories and podium spots. But in this vid, he’s just having a good time.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 06, 2023

Olivier Cuvet Looks Impossibly Smooth on His ‘Best Lines’ of 2022

How many of us can say we’re as good on a bike with our wheels off the ground as with them on?

Written by Sam Anderson January 06, 2023

Salsa Cycles, Whisky Parts Recall Carbon Handlebars

The parent company of Salsa and Whisky announced a recall of four models of carbon drop bar. Two of the bars came as part of…

Written by Sam Anderson January 06, 2023

Gee Atherton Slays Super Exposed Portal Trail, We Were Petrified

Moab’s Portal Trail is heavy on exposure, dust, and rocks, and light on forgiveness if you make a mistake. Gee Atherton is up for it.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 05, 2023

Downhill Mountain Biking Provides ‘Clarity’ for Dean Lucas

Wake up. Caffeinate. Shred. Repeat. That’s how Dean Lucas does it these days. He’s designed his life for maximum clarity. Jealous much?

Written by Andrew Marshall January 05, 2023

Elite Rizer Review: Climb Like the Wind and Tuck Into Drafts, Indoors

The Elite Rizer adds grade and steering simulation to indoor training, adding realism and enjoyment to the pain cave.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 05, 2023

Engwe Engine Pro Review: This Hefty Yet Zippy E-Bike Punches Above Its Price Tag

At $1,449, the Engwe Engine Pro shines in the budget category.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss December 27, 2022

Cyclist Clears Path With Homemade Bicycle Snowplow

What does it take to plough snow with an electric bicycle? Apparently just ingenuity and a willingness to try something no one had thought of…

Written by Andrew McLemore December 27, 2022

‘Hungry for Batteries’ Campaign Urges e-Bikers To Recycle

Recycling your old e-bike batteries is critical for public safety (just ask anyone who’s been involved in an e-bike battery fire). One program makes it…

Written by Andrew McLemore December 27, 2022