Biking

Readers Write: Your Gear Questions, Answered

Winter riding, photography, and fat bikes are addressed in our ‘Readers Write’ installment this week.

Written by GJ Staff December 14, 2016

Bicycle Gymnastics Just Melted Our Brain

Handlebar handstands, dizzying wheelie spins, and doubles synchronized bike acrobatics. Jaw, meet floor.

Written by GJ Staff December 12, 2016

Review: Cannondale Scalpel-Si, Fastest Cross-Country Race Bike

Cannondale updates its flagship race bike and creates an exotic race steed that’s one of the fastest cross country mountain bikes in the world.

Written by Tom Puzak December 06, 2016

Road Biking Colombia: It Won’t Kill You (It’s Awesome)

Colombia is a land full of beautiful intrigue with a reputation that terrifies many would-be travelers. You should get over it, and book a flight…

Written by GJ Staff December 02, 2016

5 Apps Every Mountain Biker Should Try

Tired of riding the same local trails? GearJunkie field editor Adam Nubern shows us some great apps for finding fresh MTB adventures.

Written by GJ Staff November 30, 2016

Fight From Your Bike: Martial Artists Show How

We sent an editor to take a self defense course designed specifically for cyclists. Here’s some tips to defend yourself if you’re ever attacked while…

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 30, 2016

Antarctic Bike: Four Wheels For Polar Cycling

Want to bike across the Antarctic? You might need a bike like this.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 28, 2016

Post-Paralysis, Stacy Kohut Still MTBs Like A Beast

Left paralyzed from the waist down after “fooling around on a swingset,” Stacy Kohut never stopped seeking thrills on the bike. And man he rips!

Written by GJ Staff November 22, 2016

‘Shut Down’ Ski Town Makes Comeback With MTB Trails

A ski resort shuts down. A town begins to fade. But resurgence is seen when a dedicated group of bikers moves in to build trails.

Written by GJ Staff November 17, 2016

New Brand Claims ‘Holy Grail’ Of MTB Suspension

The Tantrum Bikes ‘Missing Link’ suspension stiffens for uphill pedaling, softens for rough descents, no switches, levers, or buttons required.

Written by Tom Puzak November 15, 2016

Sky-High Sleep: Touring Montana Fire Towers

Sleep on a mountain summit where views stretch to the horizon. Montana’s fire towers are a special place to stay, and bike packing lets you…

Written by Steve Graepel November 15, 2016

Ornot: Classy Bike Kit Made In America

Bike apparel for those who’d rather not be plastered with logos. We put the USA-made Ornot cycling brand to the test.

Written by Steve Graepel November 11, 2016

The Joy Of An Adult-Size ‘Drifting’ Tricycle

Appease your inner child! We sent editors out on the open road with a ‘Drift’ trike and some Go Pros and awakened youthful delight.

Written by GJ Staff November 09, 2016

Colorado DOT Will Pay $500K For Ideas To Protect Cyclists

Know how to make roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians? You could win big bucks and save lives in this new competition.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 08, 2016

Lezyne Pressure Drive: The Best Little Bike Pump We’ve Tested

Hand-pumps are essential for cyclists. But which is the best? We’ve found a favorite with the Lezyne Pressure Drive.

Written by Stephen Regenold November 07, 2016

Dream Big: Best 2017 Road Bikes Over $10K

Want to go fast and money’s not an issue? These pro-calibre steeds all cost nearly $10,000 (or more) and are among the best road bikes…

Written by Sean McCoy November 04, 2016

Red Bull’s 400-Man ‘Fox Hunt’ Is Absolute MTB Mayhem

400 amateur mountain bikes chase one professional ‘fox,’ all tearing down the mountain at the same time.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 03, 2016

Move Over, Ball Sports: High School MTB on the Rise

Mountain biking isn’t quite ready to overtake high school football among youth. Before long, though, it just might.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 02, 2016

Popular Mountain Bike Shock Recalled

A popular shock absorber manufactured by Fox and equipped on many full-suspension mountain bikes has been recalled.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 01, 2016

First Look: All-City ‘Pony Express’ Bike

Classic details, a stout frame, and an appetite for pavement or dirt, All City’s Pony Express is a unique urban ride.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 31, 2016

World’s First All-Wheel-Drive Fat Bike

Two-wheel-drive sounds a lot more impressive when you’re talking about bicycles.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 31, 2016

Designer Ride: Custom Bike ‘Makes No Sense’

Plywood and marble wheels?! This one-of-a-kind Specialized racing frame is a tribute to one of the fashion world’s most eccentric icons.

Written by GJ Staff October 27, 2016

Booby Traps Found Before High School MTB Championships

Booby traps were again discovered along a biking trail. This time right before 600 riders were to take the course.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 24, 2016

Skunklock: Bike Lock Will Make Thieves Puke

Break this lock, and you’ll get a face full of nasty!

Written by GJ Staff October 24, 2016

Review: Bolle’s ‘The One’ Bike Helmet For Any Occasion

A current helmet from Bolle converts for use on the road or single-track, hot weather or cold. We put The One to the test.

Written by Steve Graepel October 19, 2016

Riding NYC: Three Days In America’s New ‘Bike City’

A map, a bike messenger, and a goal: see the City That Never Sleeps gripping handlebars on crowded streets. Our editor earned a new perspective…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 18, 2016

Red Bull Rampage: Sketchiest MTB Run Ever?

Is this the sketchiest Red Bull MTB course ever?

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 17, 2016

How’d He Do That?! Danny MacAskill Just Melted Our Brain

File this under incredible. Danny MacAskill turns the rustic Scottish countryside into a mind-bending, bike-flipping playground. We’ve never seen anything like it.

Written by GJ Staff October 12, 2016