Biking

Trending Gear from ‘The Outpost’

This month, in the redwoods of Northern California, we got a peek at the industries hottest new gear at The Outpost.

Written by GJ Staff September 25, 2017

Mountain Biker Shot Dead, Half-Buried On CO Trail

‘No tip is too small.’ The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado seeks leads into the shooting death of a beloved mountain biker found dead…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 20, 2017

Low-Profile Lid: ‘Hyban’ Bike Helmet Review

Looking to avoid the ‘dome’ look? Our quest for passable aesthetics in the category of the bike helmet continues with ABUS.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 19, 2017

MTB In A Cave: Louisville’s Hidden ‘Urban Adventure’

Above ground, Louisville offers countless miles of high-quality singletrack. Below, the Mega Cavern crafts singletrack, tacky dirt jumps, and the same weather, year round.

Written by Nate Mitka September 14, 2017

Female MTB Parody Video Drops Truth Bombs

An all-female MTB crew led by Micayla Gatto uncovers some uncomfortable truths of mountain biking in a parody of Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Humble.’

Written by GJ Staff September 14, 2017

Zipperless Zipper: Waterproof ‘Dry Lock’ Handlebar Pack Review

Tug it, pull it, pry it, but Watershed’s unique pack closure won’t pop open. And it’s the key to the brand’s latest waterproof option: The…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 13, 2017

This $7,000 Bike Is Made From Whisky Barrels

The collaboration between Glenmorangie and Renovo produced the world’s first bike built from whisky staves, and you can order one now.

Written by Sean McCoy September 12, 2017

Finish Photo: Mtb Athlete Mom (and Baby) Post-Race

This photograph taken post-race at the Telluride 100 captures a moment of catharsis, joy, and relief (for mother and baby alike).

Written by GJ Staff September 04, 2017

Pro Cycling Team Aims To ‘Crowd-Fund’ $2 Million Budget

After a new team partner backed out of a commitment, the professional cycling team Cannondale–Drapac found itself with a serious budget shortfall. Now, it’s ramping a…

Written by Sean McCoy August 31, 2017

First Week Bike Commuting: What I Learned

I learned a lot about bike commuting in my first week. Gain from my mistakes!

Written by GJ Staff August 21, 2017

World’s Longest Mountain Bike Route To Get 400 More Miles

From Banff, Canada to Antelope Wells, New Mexico, The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is the longest continuous off-pavement bike route in the world. It’s…

Written by Nate Mitka August 09, 2017

Watch: Aaron Gwin’s Insane UCI MTB Win On Rain Slicked Course

Aaron Gwin shows just how good he is, winning the UCI Mountain Bike Downhill World Cup Canada by more than a second on an absolutely soaked…

Written by GJ Staff August 08, 2017

Cycling Apparel Maker Rapha Sells To Walmart Heirs For £200 Million

Rapha, a high-end maker of cycling apparel, sold to an investment branch of the Walmart family, RZC investments.

Written by Sean McCoy August 08, 2017

Travel Cancun: Ditch The Beach Party, Go Mountain Biking

Ditch your tanning oil and margarita mix for some one-of-a-kind mountain biking complete with underground swimming holes, spider monkeys, and secret ruins.

Written by Nate Mitka August 08, 2017

Race Day Optimized: Niner Air 9 RDO Race Bike Review

Niner builds the Air 9 RDO as a flagship racing hardtail. We put it to the test to find out if it reaches what Niner calls…

Written by T.C. Worley August 07, 2017

Maverick Biker Backflips Over the Peloton

Polish mountain biker Szymon Godziek jumped over the peloton of the Tour de Pologne, a professional stage race through Poland.

Written by GJ Staff August 07, 2017

The Freakiest Bike Video We’ve Ever Seen

Nope. No way. Vittorio Brumotti’s ride on the edge of the Grand Canyon is white knuckle at the next level.

Written by GJ Staff August 04, 2017

Sleep With Your Bike In This Roomy Cycling Tent: Review

The Bicycle Tour Camping Tent from NSR RIding lets you store your bike inside, with plenty of room left over for quality slumber.

Written by GJ Staff August 03, 2017

The Most Action Packed 100 Seconds Of Mountain Biking

No electronic soundtrack, no fancy videography, just Brandon Semenuk tearing up a custom line, with awe-inspiring tricks and jumps, all packed into 100 seconds of…

Written by GJ Staff August 03, 2017

The Torturous Touring Of America’s ‘Roads Less Traveled’

These remote, inhospitable environments will test you. It will take all the strength you have, but then show you that you have a little bit…

Written by GJ Staff July 26, 2017

The Future Of Road Bikes? Strada 3T Reveal

The 3T Strada is the bike of the the future, here today.

Written by Tom Puzak July 18, 2017

Creative Camping: Where To Sleep When There’s Not A Site

We’ve learned some handy tricks to finding a place to camp in rural or urban areas while biking across the country.

Written by GJ Staff July 11, 2017

Plywood Two-Seater Bike Assembles Like IKEA Furniture

Bike grease? Check. Chain lube? Check. Lacquer? Oh yeah!

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 11, 2017

Caught On Camera: School Dean Hits Cyclist, Speeds Away

Marshall Grant Neely III was the dean of students at one of the country’s top merit-scholar institutions. Video footage suggests he’s also a very angry…

Written by Nate Mitka July 10, 2017

Hand-Built, Custom, American: Alchemy Bikes

Denver’s Alchemy Bicycle Company bucks the built-overseas trend and handcrafts high-end carbon and titanium bikes in the U.S.

Written by Aaron Bible July 07, 2017

Sagan Expelled: The Tour de France Made A Very Unpopular Mistake

The Tour de France yesterday kicked out one of its largest stars for allegedly elbowing a fellow racer. It was a mistake.

Written by Tom Puzak July 05, 2017

Sport Utility Bicycle? eCargo Bike Hauls Groceries, Kids

Minivans have never been cool. Here’s a two-wheeled alternative.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 03, 2017

Survivor To Cyclist: Fund Gives Transformative Power Of Transportation

Donate $8 a month and this organization will provide bike maintenance, facilitate group rides, and provide bike education to someone formerly enslaved by sex trafficking.

Written by Nate Mitka July 03, 2017