Biking Archives

Justin Williams and L39ION: Changing Bicycle Racing

Williams’ cohort calls him ‘forceful and intimidatingly aggressive.’ They’re talking about his racing style, but he treats his bigger mission with equal vigor.

Written by Sam Anderson October 03, 2022

Cyclist Says He’ll Make Longest Pedal Ever Across Antarctica

Omar Di Felice has announced his plans to ride his fat bike coast-to-coast, unsupported, on a route that will take him through the South Pole.

Written by Sam Anderson October 03, 2022

Pirelli’s New Gravity Tires Mix Compounds, Get World Champion’s Touch

Four purpose-driven Scorpion Race tires rise from a collab with a rider who knows what rubber works for gravity riding: world champion Fabien Barel.

Written by Sam Anderson October 03, 2022

Pinarello Unveils World’s Fastest 3D-Printed Bike to Take Down Hallowed Record

With latest design, Pinarello eyes a future where any cyclist can have a 3D-printed bicycle that’s tailor-made for their body type.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 03, 2022

Adding Carbon Spokes, Hunt Ups the Ante on ‘Limitless’ Road Wheels

Hunt’s Limitless carbon-spoke wheels come in two deep profiles, with bladed carbon spokes designed to push the limits of aerodynamics and power transfer.

Written by Sam Anderson September 30, 2022

An Ode to Crust Bike’s Romanceur, From the Designer Himself

The Crust Romanceur’s creator masterminded it to facilitate everyday rides in a ‘whimsical’ manner. (His word, not ours.)

Written by Sam Anderson September 30, 2022

Bosch Limited Edition E-Bike ‘Race Motor’: Ride Faster With 400% Boost

Bosch has announced the CX Performance Line Race Motor, a lighter, more supportive e-bike motor that offers up to 400% assistance.

Written by Staff Post September 29, 2022

Brooklyn Bell and Jaime Hill Test the New Juliana Furtado Mountain Bike

Two avid mountain bikers hit the trails on Juliana’s new mixed-wheel, ‘mullet-style’ ride.

Written by Rebecca Ross September 29, 2022

Hookless Wheels, Rims, and Tires: How They Work and Their Benefits

A GearJunkie explainer on how hookless wheels, rims, and tires work. This article covers the compatibility issues and benefits of the new system that may…

Written by Mark Wilson September 29, 2022

Aerospace Engineering, Custom 3D-Printed Steel: The Reeb SST Mountain Bike

Custom bike-builder Reeb needed 3D-printed aerospace parts to make a full-suspension steel MTB it says you can whip around like a hardtail.

Written by Sam Anderson September 29, 2022

Canyon Updates Inflite Cyclocross Bikes to Cut Mud, Fly Fast

As the mercury falls, cyclocross season approaches. Canyon’s multiple World Champion ride returns with a few updates.

Written by Sam Anderson September 29, 2022

Mission Workshop Altosphere Jacket and Vest: Waterproof and Hydrophilic

Mission Workshop claimes the Altosphere’s membrane offers waterproofing on the outside but still wicks away sweat from the body on the inside.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 28, 2022

Pearl Izumi x Looptworks Upcycled Bike Bags Turn Scraps Into Storage

Pearl Izumi partners with Looptworks to turn jacket scraps from the cutting room floor into upcycled bike bags.

Written by Sam Anderson September 28, 2022

TransRockies Gravel Royale Registration Opens Today

The second annual TransRockies Gravel Royale runs Aug. 28-31, 2023. Registration for the 4-day stage ride opens today for individuals and teams.

Written by Sam Anderson September 28, 2022

Real Weird Bike: ‘Cercle’ Concept Has Table, Chair, and Bed Built In

The Cercle is a transformer-like bicycle that comes with a chair, table, and bed built into the frame. It debuted at Eurobike 2022 this summer.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 28, 2022

World’s First Hyper Scooter: ‘Dragonfly’ Boasts 4 Wheels, Full Suspension

When a multinational team of engineers rethinks urban mobility and e-scooter technology, you get the world’s first hyper scooter.

Written by Will Brendza September 28, 2022

Appleman 2XR Modular Cranks Let Riders Dial Fit, Style

Appleman Bicycles’ new line of 2XR modular cranksets offers a wide array of crank arm lengths to give riders a uniquely tailored fit where it…

Written by Mark Wilson September 27, 2022

Ibis Updates Ripmo, Ripley MTBs for Better Toughness, Compatibility

Ibis bulks up its trail and enduro bikes, aiming for more derailleur compatibility with a universal hanger and updated frame protection.

Written by Sam Anderson September 27, 2022

Family, Father-Son Team Competes in a Bikepacking Gravel Race

A father and his young son take on a long-distance bikepacking race together to commemorate their shared experiences.

Written by Rebecca Ross September 26, 2022

‘Trapped Inn’: The First Cycling Horror Film of All Time?

In ‘Trapped Inn,’ an entire American cycling team turns murderously against each other when an airborne virus traps them in their high-end French chalet.

Written by Sam Anderson September 26, 2022

Get Next-Level Bike Protection With Knog’s Scout Alarm & Finder

It’s hard to stop well-equipped bike thieves. But with the Knog Scout Bike Alarm, your bike has a fighting chance.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 23, 2022

Get a Free MTB Pass for the Wasatch Crest: ENVE Takeover Series

Utah’s Wasatch Crest is a beauty and — at times — a beast of a trail. Ride it free with a little help from ENVE.

Written by Sam Anderson September 23, 2022

Freak Accident: Annemiek Van Vleuten Out of Cycling Worlds in Bizarre Crash

The Dutch phenom crashed hard just off the ramp at the Road World Championships earlier today. The incident broke her elbow and almost broke the…

Written by Sam Anderson September 23, 2022

$6,000 Bike Chain? Why Muc-Off’s Special Treatment Is Key to the Hour Record

Muc-Off says it saved Dan Bigham 15% of watts lost through the drivetrain on his Hour Record ride. Can it do the same for Filippo…

Written by Sam Anderson September 22, 2022

‘We Are The Rider,’ Cannondale’s Design Team Says — And Proves It

Check out this stoke ride with the team that makes Cannondale tick — athletes, engineers, designers, and marketers all tear it up together.

Written by Sam Anderson September 22, 2022

‘Into the Gnar’ Part I: Explore Unfamiliar, Gnarly Terrain With Yoann Barelli

Watch Yoann Barelli take five clients on a first-time, multiday mountain biking retreat in Peru.

Written by Rebecca Ross September 21, 2022

MTBer Eats ‘The Whole Enchilada’ — the Wrong Way

Riding 8,600 feet of elevation gain over 34 miles of boulder fields, raw dirt, and big drops will take its toll. But doing it against…

Written by Sam Anderson September 21, 2022

Race Face Updates a Classic: Meet the Turbine MTB Crank

The next iteration of the beloved Turbine crank arrives today. Alloy-forged to be stiff and responsive, it appears to exemplify the form that the original…

Written by Sam Anderson September 21, 2022