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Big-Line MTB Competition: Natural Selection Tour, Proving Grounds Team Up

The Natural Selection Tour and Proving Grounds partnership aims to push progression for athletes while creating an event like no other.

Written by Heather Hendricks September 07, 2022

Everyday Epics: Adventure Cycling Association Unveils Mini Routes

Are you psyched on bike touring but not psyched on mega mileage? These 12 quick routes could be just what you’re looking for.

Written by Sam Anderson August 31, 2022

Watch: Vittorio Brumotti Shows Off Urban Stunts on a Serial 1 E-Bike

For those who believe e-bikes can’t pull off the same stunts as their unpowered cousins, Vittorio Brumotti has a little video for you.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 18, 2022

E-Bike ABS Is a Better Idea Than You Might Think

Bikes are more intelligent than they’ve ever been. Are anti-lock braking systems (ABS) too much? Even regular, non-electric bikes now come packed with high-tech features…

Written by Mark Wilson August 15, 2022

Mini Crusher: 8-Year-Old Skateboard Sensation Shreds at The Berrics

Sit down and zip around the world-famous indoor skatepark with Brazil’s little skateboard sensation, Joaquim Costa.

Written by Jilli Cluff August 05, 2022

State Breaks Into Electric With the Single-Speed 6061 eBike

With its base price of $1,500 MSRP, State Bicycle’s 6061 eBike Commuter is one of the least expensive electric commuters on the market today.

Written by Jilli Cluff June 21, 2022

Re-Cycled: This Bike Is 100% Recycled Plastic

No rust and maintenance-free? Igus, a German plastics company, reveals an urban bike made entirely of recycled materials.

Written by Heather Hendricks June 03, 2022

Denver E-Bike Rebate Maxes Out 3 Weeks After Launching

The city of Denver received 3,250 applications for its E-Bike rebate program — and for now, that will be all.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 16, 2022

Aventon Sinch: A Fat Tire, Folding E-Bike That Fits Under Your Desk

If you’re looking for an e-bike that goes anywhere, even when you’re not riding it, the folding Aventon Sinch and new Aventon Sinch Step-Through are…

Aventon Aventure Is an All-Terrain, Fat-Tire Commuter E-Bike

The Aventure e-bike is equal parts explorer and commuter. Aventon designed it with features and accessories to get any type of rider pretty much anywhere…

woom Launches First Urban Lifestyle Bike for Kids

The brand calls the NOW ‘the cycle truck’ and claims it can perform short urban trips to weekend-long bikepacking excursions.

Written by Jilli Cluff April 13, 2022

The Best Commuter Bikes of 2022

We found the best commuter bikes of 2022, including the best bikes under $1,000. Grab your helmet and get ready to pedal.

Written by Morgan Tilton & Alyssa Kohn April 01, 2022

5,000 Lumens, High-Beam Trigger: Check Out This Scorching Bike Light

Be the brightest object on any road anywhere with the Focus bike light. The size of a Zippo, it throws more lumens than a car…

Written by Sam Anderson March 25, 2022

‘Miniscoot’: Mongoose Resurrects Classic ’80s Scooter

Mongoose adds the Miniscoot II — a throwback to the flashy first-of-its-kind scooter from 1987 — to its current Mongoose Classics lineup.

Written by Sam Anderson March 24, 2022

Wu-Tang Fixie: State Bicycle Co. Launches ‘Killa Beez’-Inspired Bikes

State Bicycle Co. recently collaborated with the Wu-Tang Clan on an exclusive collection of bikes, gear, and apparel. It drops today!

Written by Seiji Ishii February 25, 2022

Berms, Jumps, Stairs? Tackle San Francisco by MTB in ‘Slay the Bay’

This just in: Hans Rey can still shred. Watch him tear up the Bay Area, urban MTB style, in “Slay the Bay.”

Written by Sam Anderson February 02, 2022

Folding Titanium Bike: Brompton ‘T Line’ Is Its Lightest Ever

For the first time, Brompton brings titanium into the heart of its frames with its ‘T Line’ of bikes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 19, 2022

Rivian E-Bike? What’s Behind the Electric Truck Giant’s Latest Patent

With its first trucks just hitting the road, Rivian already seems to be eyeing new avenues to push its electric-powered vehicles — specifically, bike paths.…

Written by Zach Overholt January 13, 2022

Momentum Unveils Stealthy Voya E+ Commuter E-Bikes

The Voya E+1 and E+3 electric bicycles employ a host of clever elements to conceal their electrical components.

Written by Jilli Cluff January 06, 2022

Pro Cyclist Teammates Embark on ‘Pure Fun’ Biking Adventure

Gravel riding, road cycling, MTB racing — that’s what these two pro cyclists do for fun.

Written by Mary Murphy December 01, 2021

Back in Black: First Look at Chrome & Panaracer’s Urban Cycling Shoe Collection

Chrome Industries has launched a new line of cycling-specific, clipless-compatible sneakers for the first time in nearly 3 years. And we tried a pair.

Written by Adam Ruggiero & Mark Wilson September 15, 2021

Redshift’s LED Arclight Pedals Make Bike Commuters More Visible to Cars

A flashing seatpost-mounted light is a great idea for any cyclist who shares a route with cars. But Redshift’s Arclight Pedals, which make riders exponentially…

Written by Berne Broudy September 07, 2021