Biking

A Bivouac For Minimalist Motorcycle Tours

Motorcyclists can use their steed as structure to support this simple bivy made from tough Cordura fabric.

Written by Sean McCoy March 18, 2016

Free Money? How to Get Paid Biking to Work

A little-known incentive—the Bicycle Commuter Benefit—is hidden in the tax code, and it can benefit both bicycle commuters, and their employers.

Written by Sean McCoy March 17, 2016

A New Era Of ‘Theft Resistant’ Bikes

As long as scumbags steal bikes, there will be a market for methods to thwart them. Yerka and Fortified are two brands making bikes with…

Written by Sean McCoy March 14, 2016

The Resort That Adventure Built: ‘True North’ Basecamp

Just feet from groomed fat bike trails in the winter or mountain bike singletrack in summer, a new resort in northern Minnesota redefines the cabin…

Written by Kyle Nossaman March 14, 2016

Technical Outerwear For Your Winter Bike Ride

7mesh of Squamish, British Columbia, offers cycling products that borrow materials and techniques from the world of high-end technical outerwear.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 10, 2016

Pedal Worship: Portland’s Velo Cult Is Future Of Bike Retail

Velo Cult represents a new kind of ‘retail experience,’ combining a bike shop with a community hub containing a bar (coffee and beer), a stage,…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 10, 2016

Woman To Race 2,745 Miles After Beating Deadly Illness

In 2010, doctors rushed to save Bonnie Gagnon’s life. Six years later, she’s preparing for the hardest mountain bike race in North America.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 09, 2016

Angry Bird! Cyclists Chased By An Ostrich

Stop what you’re doing and take a moment to see one real world angry bird chase down cyclists in the funniest video you’ll see today.

Written by Sean McCoy March 08, 2016

Bikepacking Camp Kit Put To Test

A floorless pyramid tent, mesh bug bivy, and ‘bathtub floor’ sleeping bag make up this 4lbs., 10oz. kit from NEMO made to carry on your…

Written by Steve Graepel March 07, 2016

Simple Checklist: Get Your Bike Ready for Spring

Master bike mechanic Lennard Zinn, author of Zinn & the Art of Road Bike Maintenance, shares this straightforward checklist to get your bike in tip-top…

Written by Sean McCoy March 03, 2016

‘Tour Divide’ Champ’s Secrets To Conquer A Mountain Range

To set a record riding 2,745 miles over the Rocky Mountains, you need patience, a fat bike, and donuts!

Written by Steve Graepel March 03, 2016

‘Seven Deadly Sins’ Of Biking

Commit one of these seven bike faux pas and atone – for eternity!

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 02, 2016

Wool, Steel, And Grit: L’Eroica Vintage Race Coming To U.S.

This popular vintage-era gravel bike ride is coming to the States in April, and you can sign up to take part now.

Written by Steve Graepel March 01, 2016

Fat Bike With A Cause: Advocate Watchman Review

The Watchman is a fat bike that can be ridden year-round, plus the proceeds from sales support cycling advocacy.

Written by Eric Lemke March 01, 2016

Diamondback Revamps Suspension With MTB Launch

Two new full-suspension bikes from Diamondback come in aluminum frames and feature a just-released rear suspension platform, giving riders a high-end ride under $4,000.

Written by Tom Puzak March 01, 2016

Build-Your-Own Bamboo Bike Kit

Want to build a bike with your own hands? Calfee gives you a natural option with the new Bamboo Bike DIY Kit.

Written by Sean McCoy February 29, 2016

Plus-Size Monster, Refined Rubber At Frostbike Show

The annual Frostbike trade show, held last weekend, gives a look at the current state and future of bike gear.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 29, 2016

Urban, Lift Access, Groomed… Video Reveals ‘Future Of Fat Biking’ Via Duluth, MN

From urban settings to singletrack, to downhill riding at the local ski hill, this video shows the future of fat biking via the lens of…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 27, 2016

Test: ‘Bike Boot’ From Winter-Cycling Brand 45NRTH

A bike shoe for ‘transition seasons,’ cyclocross, and cold-weather commuting, the Japanther is a niche product I have stretched beyond its limit this winter.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 26, 2016

Clip In: Reviewing Five Ten ‘Kestrel Lace’ Bike Shoe

New from Five Ten, the Kestrel Lace is great for enduro riders, hike-a-bike freaks, commuters needing a do-it-all bike shoe, and anyone who have never…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 26, 2016

Pending Sale: Giro, Bell, Blackburn Acquisition By Vista Outdoor

Vista continues on a conquest as one of the world’s largest outdoor gear companies, today announcing the purchase of Bell, Giro, C-Preme, and Blackburn brands.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 25, 2016

Review: Specialized/686 Winter-Biking Outerwear

Specialized and 686 teamed up to make head-to-toe winter apparel for fat biking. The results are impressive, but our tester is not completely convinced.

Written by Tom Puzak February 23, 2016

Faraday E-Bike Aims At Women With ‘Step-Thru’ Frame

Its Kickstarter video plays like an episode of “Portlandia,” and the happy-cruiser aesthetic may not appeal to core riders. But Faraday continues to draw interest…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 23, 2016

Watch Intense Urban Downhill MTB In Colombia

Mountain biker Marcelo Gutierrez makes this crazy urban downhill line in Colombia look easy.

Written by Sean McCoy February 18, 2016

‘Bike Washing Machine’ For Multitasking Athletes

Do your laundry while working up a sweat with the Bike Washing Machine.

Written by Alex Kurt February 18, 2016

Proposed Flag Bill For Bikes Crazy Enough To Work?

A forward-thinking Missouri state representative proposed a bill to require bicyclists to sport fluorescent orange flags suspended 15 feet above the roadway.

Written by Sean McCoy February 17, 2016