Biking

Layoffs, Store Closings ‘Inevitable’ as Performance Bicycle Owner Files Bankruptcy

Advanced Sports Enterprises, parent company behind Performance Bicycle and others, confirmed layoffs and store closings as it enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 16, 2018

This ‘Smart’ Bike Helmet Has a Bluetooth Speaker & Automatic Light

London-based Flare hopes to set the bike world on fire with its eponymously named smart helmet. Packed with enhanced electronics, it promises to improve safety…

Written by Sean McCoy November 15, 2018

Beastly Beauty: Maloja’s Pretty MTB Apparel Performs

Maloja, a German activewear brand, is making inroads in the United States by adding some Euro spunk to a black sea of spandex.

Written by Julie Kailus November 13, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Showers Pass Refuge Waterproof Jacket

This week, one lucky winner will receive a waterproof Refuge Jacket from Showers Pass! Whether commuting by bike, skiing the slopes, or hiking your favorite pass, the…

Written by Kurt Barclay November 09, 2018

Chrome Launches ‘Most Comfortable’ Commuter Backpack

Ribbed, knit-woven shoulder straps and a ‘sculpted’ foam back panel provide more backpacking-style comfort than Chrome’s typical urban-rugged packs.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 08, 2018

Watch: Longest Continuous Bike Ride Attempt on Fixed Gear

One Montreal-based DJ buys a bike on a whim to go for the longest continuous bike ride record. With little to no experience, watch him…

Written by GJ Staff November 05, 2018

Why I Still Love My 2x Mountain Bike

With 2x drivetrains going the way of the dodo, it seems obvious that a single chainring is better. But in the quest for simplicity, bike…

Written by GJ Staff October 31, 2018

Red Bull Rampage 2018: Daredevil ‘Guinea Pigs’ Break Ground on New Runs

A GearJunkie editor headed to the competition venue to learn about the bravery and bravado that is the Red Bull Rampage mountain bike competition.

Written by Bryon Dorr October 29, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Adventure Travel Kit Giveaway With Velomacchi

Here at GJ, we test a lot of gear. We are fortunate to test cutting-edge new products. Now, we want to give you the chance…

Written by GJ Staff October 26, 2018

Full Assembly Required: THESIS Aims to Shake Up Bike Industry

Buy a bike online with a suite of customization options, then assemble it from the ground up after delivery. THESIS claims to save customers thousands…

Written by GJ Staff October 26, 2018

Is This Pivoting Bike Fork the Future of Front Suspensions?

The Message is a revolutionary pivoting front fork that aims to give mountain bikers better cornering, easier setup, and improved performance on all terrain.

Written by Sean McCoy October 25, 2018

Pedal, Rest, Repeat: Rapha Launches Sleep System for Bikepackers

From bike bibs to sleeping bags, Rapha expands to keep cyclists comfortable from the starting line to the campsite.

Written by Steve Graepel October 23, 2018

Arapahoe Basin Plans Mountain Bike Trails, Via Ferrata in Summer Push

Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort in Colorado released plans to expand its summertime activities. It recently proposed a new via ferrata and mountain bike trails on…

Written by Sean McCoy October 19, 2018

Mountain Bike Recall: Canyon Finds Defect in 820 Bicycles

Chainstays can crack, leading to ‘rear wheel detachment and loss of control.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 19, 2018

Red Bull Rampage Changes Venues: 2018 Course Preview

One of the gnarliest mountain biking events in the world, Red Bull Rampage sees athletes hucking massive drops. For 2018, the event sees its first…

Written by GJ Staff October 18, 2018

Watch: The Slippery Slope of Becoming a Mountain Biker

First, you buy a $500 starter bike. Next thing you know, you’re $10,000 in the hole, constantly browsing new bikes online, and using the word…

Written by GJ Staff October 15, 2018

This Full-Suspension Cargo E-Bike Hauls a Family of 4

Riese & Müller launched a new line of e-bikes for 2019, featuring the heavy-duty Load 75. This one-of-a-kind cargo e-bike aims for family-friendly alternative transportation.

Written by GJ Staff October 12, 2018

Cyclists Are Better Drivers Than Noncyclists, Insurance Firm Finds

According to the U.K. firm’s claims data, self-identified cyclists who also drove made fewer than half the claims of noncyclists.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 10, 2018

Watch: Danny MacAskill Rides the Wettest Trails in Waterproof Onesie

A master of mountain biking, Danny MacAskill suits up to ride through slop, deep puddles, and downright nasty mud. But he stays dry thanks to…

Written by GJ Staff October 10, 2018

Small to XL: Cannondale Aims for Same Ride With ‘Habit’ Line

Cannondale first brought you the Habit and Bad Habit mountain bikes back in 2015. And if those didn’t grab you, the brand will launch a…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 09, 2018

Massive Bike Heist: 160 High-End Mountain Bikes Stolen

Rocky Mountain Bicycles confirms thieves made off with 160 brand new bikes, all destined for dealer floors.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 08, 2018

Hydration Wars: Osprey Revamps Cycling Pack Line for 2019

For 2019, Osprey revamped and expanded its full line of cycling-specific hydration packs. We got an early look at the line and were impressed with…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 04, 2018

Hardtail vs. Full-Suspension: Mountain Bike Smackdown

Itching for a fight? Start a thread on social media asking which is better: hardtail or full-suspension. I decided to cut through the rancor and…

Written by GJ Staff October 04, 2018

E-Bike Showcase: Electrifying Tech from 2018 Interbike

This year’s bike industry trade show offered a greater focus on e-bikes. New battery tech, control systems, and integration into a range of different bike…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 03, 2018

Interbike 2018: 6 Helmets That Crashed the Show

At Interbike this year, we found some top-quality skull buckets for road and mountain biking. One can record two hours of video, another has clips…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 02, 2018

Better Mountain Bike Light: Mystic Devices Digitally Steers to Illuminate Trail

Mountain biking at night could get a little better if a new light launched today can deliver on its promises. Mystic Devices, a small startup…

Written by Sean McCoy September 28, 2018

Good Walmart Bikes? Expert Reveals How to Maximize a Box-Store Bicycle

Walmart, Kmart, and IKEA probably aren’t the first places you’d look for a trail-worthy bicycle. Unless you make a modest YouTube living testing box-store bikes,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 27, 2018

Zip-On Bike Tires Are Real, and They Look Crazy

Overnight blizzard? Zip on your studs. Going from suburbs to singletrack? Zip on your trail treads. The reTyre presents one of the craziest bike tire…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 27, 2018