Biking

First Look: Team-Issue ‘Podium Optum’ Road Racing Bike From Diamondback

Diamondback, the new sponsor of the Optum Pro Cycling team, released a race-ready road bike earlier this year. We rode it alongside the team this…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling February 24, 2014

Bikes To Race On Precipitous, Frozen Track At Red Bull ‘Crashed Ice’ Event

“There’s no way I’d ride that course,” said one observer.

Written by Sean McCoy February 22, 2014

Electric Bikes Just Got Fat

With the explosive growth of fat-tired bicycle sales, it was just a matter of time before a company added an electric motor.

Written by Sean McCoy February 21, 2014

Choose To Suffer: Hypothermia, Frostbite And Exhaustion At ‘Arrowhead’ Race

The infamous Arrowhead 135 Winter Ultra, held each February in northern Minnesota, is among the toughest of winter events. Tom Puzak explains why he joined…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 20, 2014

First ‘Gearbox Fat Bike’ By German Brand

Unique design puts sealed gearing in the bottom bracket of fat-tired beast. Check out the video!

Written by Sean McCoy February 19, 2014

Urban Brand Chrome Industries Launches Waterproof ‘Bike Camping’ Line

“Bike camping, adventure biking, and all-weather commuting” are intended uses, brand touts.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 18, 2014

Fat Bikes May Be Habit Forming

Did you know that the average fat bike owner spends an average of 76 days riding each year? That and a ton of more interesting…

Written by Sean McCoy February 13, 2014

Camera On Bike Watches Your Back, Records Bad Drivers

This small, seat-post mounted camera/tail-light combo records behind you while you ride.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2014

First Look: Replaceable Panels, ‘Floating’ Chamois Set High-End Assos Bib Apart

A new, high-end cycling bib from Assos provides road-riding comfort for our reviewer.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2014

Fat-Biker Fined By National Forest Service For Riding On Snowmobile Trails

Fat-bikes were banned from some winter trails in a National Forest by “special order.” Nobody bothered to spread the news.

Written by Sean McCoy February 11, 2014

First Look: Radical Saddle Design Challenges Status Quo

So long, sit-bones! “Infinity” saddle, designed by a chiropractor, challenges all modern saddle tech. We got our… erm, buns on one last week to see…

Written by T.C. Worley February 06, 2014

Fat Bike, Survival Mode, And Drinking Your Own Urine At Minus-27 F. How To Podium At ‘Arrowhead 135’

Tom Puzak, a contributing editor and athlete on Team GearJunkie/WEDALI, this morning finished the brutally cold Arrowhead 135 in 2nd place. He almost didn’t…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 28, 2014

Crashing: It’s Like Riding A Bike

The Rubber Tramp Jeff Kish met a little adversity on a recent bike ride. Night riding left an unforeseen obstacle in the path at the…

Written by Sean McCoy January 17, 2014

Studded Tires, Fixed-Gear… Customized Rig Is ‘Ultimate Urban Winter Bike’

See the custom winter bike our editor has been riding each day this year through the gnarly Minnesota cold.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 16, 2014

Glass ‘Pixels’ Printed On Bike Jacket Make It Shine At Night

Judging from video and photos, this jacket will make you stand out from the darkness.

Written by Sean McCoy January 15, 2014

Super Thin Rack Is ‘Lowest-Profile’ Ever Made For Bikes

Thinnest bike rack ever provides functionality for road bikes to mountain bikes. Cool colors and sleek design allow for a good choice in solo bike…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling January 13, 2014

Frozen Fat-Biking Scenes From Far North

Duluth, Minn., is a burgeoning fat-bike mecca. Here are some shots from the action up there. Thankfully the snow cushions the action packed wipe outs.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 10, 2014

Driver Kills Cyclist On Open Road In Iowa. $500 Is The Only Fine

In broad daylight, a biker was hit and killed. The driver got a slap on the wrist. A $500 dollar fine pails in comparison to…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 09, 2014

More Than 50 Million Activities Recorded On Strava. This Graphic Breaks It Down

Infographic sums up the purported 50,000,000 activities uploaded to the app in 2013. Running and Cycling highlights from all users stun and inspire.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 09, 2014

Track Bike Rockets Down Oregon Hills, Into The City In ‘Dreamlike’ Video

In the tradition of the American daredevil, a rider surrenders to fate on a fixed-gear bike. Chrome Industries and Kamp Grizzly produce a thrill ride…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 09, 2014

Top Pro Road Biking Team Picks Diamondback For 2014 Race Season

Once a stalwart BMX company, Diamondback announced its road bikes are going pro. Top level Optum cycling are introducing the new high-performance gear to their…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 08, 2014

Fat Bike Bling: ‘Snowflake’ Chainring From Boutique Minnesota Brand

Give your fat bike some added flair with a limited edition snowflake chainring.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling January 07, 2014

Obsessive Cyclist Pops Marriage Proposal Via GPS-Mapped Bike Route

It took Steven Hill about 40 minutes and 7.1 miles of riding to pop the question. A GPS outlined path spells Will You Marry Me?

Written by Stephen Regenold January 06, 2014

Video: Fat Bike Absolutely Shreds Snowy Michigan Singletrack

If you think fat bikes are slow and cumbersome on snow, this video might change your mind.

Written by Sean McCoy January 05, 2014

Futuristic ‘Bike Superhighway’ Network Proposed For London

The goal is to create a 220-kilometer bike network on existing rail infrastructure. This futuristic concept improves the aesthetic and ease of urban London bike…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 05, 2014

Do Not Fall! World’s Tallest Bicycle So Crazy It’s ‘Stoopid’

The Stoopidtaller bike is 20+ feet high and weighs 275 pounds. We got a few photos from the bike’s maiden voyage in Los Angeles.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling January 02, 2014

‘Fat Trike’ Rider Successful On Route To South Pole

A Welsh woman reached the South Pole on a wild looking ‘fat trike’ recumbent cycle.

Written by Sean McCoy December 27, 2013

Most Beautiful Bikes Of 2013

Cycle EXIF hosts a “gallery of the world’s most beautiful custom, classic and handmade bicycles.” Here are the site’s top 10 bikes this year.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 26, 2013

Military Tank Smashes Illegal Parked Car In Bike Lane (On Purpose)

You may have seen this video but we still get a kick out of the Lithuanian-style justice…

Written by Sean McCoy December 26, 2013

‘Canvas Commuter’ Bike Backpack a Top Choice for City Riders

This urban pack does everything you need without any frills to get in the way of performance. It’s a heck of a deal, too.

Written by Patrick Murphy December 24, 2013

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