The Bestselling Gear at Competitive Cyclist This Week
Want the scoop on the hottest gear at Competitive Cyclist? This week, we bring you the bestselling outdoor gear and apparel. Some are even on sale!
World Bicycle Relief Campaign Raises $1 Million for Cyclists
The Women on Wheels fundraiser concluded with a global cycling event that drew over 900 riders. The proceeds will help support female cyclists worldwide.
Liv Langma Road Bike Review: The Climber Women Have Been Waiting For
Langma’s pronouns are undeniably she/her. She’s featherweight — and ascends as if with wings.
Meet Mike Woods: Cyclist, ‘Cardio Cowboy,’ Climate Activist, Hip-Hop Enthusiast
Mike Woods is a dad, hip-hop lover, climate change activist, and cyclist, who has earned the nickname “Cardio Cowboy.”
Bicycle Brendan’s NE6: Ride 700 Miles, Climb the Northeast’s 6 Tallest Peaks
World Record holder ‘Bicycle Brendan’ completed the NE6 over 4 days, raising money for the Alzheimer’s Association.
Hikers vs. Bikers: The Ongoing Trail Saga
Hikers, bikers, and horses, oh my! This entertaining video tackles the ongoing conflicts on multiuse trails with a lighthearted approach.
Unsupported Allez! Australian Cyclist Will Ride Entire Tour de France Route Alone
For a unique perspective on what it takes to ride the world’s greatest bike race, Lachlan Morton is taking on his own Alt Tour.
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Pinarello Unleashes Dogma F ‘Super Bike’ for Every Rider, Every Terrain
The Pinarello Dogma F aims for the podium at the 2021 Tour de France. The brand says it’s perfect for the average cyclist too — if they have a thick wallet.
How to Buy a Used Bike: GearJunkie Guide
Use this handy guide, and we’ll help you get the best bike your money can buy.
Zipp Announces Major ‘Watt-Saving’ Upgrade to 404 Firecrest Wheelset
The Zipp 404 has been one of the most popular and successful aero road wheels ever produced. Zipp introduced them 3 decades ago and update them regularly, improving them with each iteration.
Crankworx Veteran Stars in Heartwarming ‘Riding With Dad’ Bike Film
Like father, like son. For this rider, mountain biking is more than a sport or a profession — it’s a family affair.
SAGE Titanium Bikes, Volkl Skis Partner on Cycle-Ski Adventure Film
Watch the “Means to Ascend” film for a lighthearted take on what happens when cyclists and skiers unite.
Ride Bike to Power Devices: RE:GEN Trainer Generates Electricity You Can Use
Clever new brand Energym might have just created the coolest stationary bike out there.
Hovering Sunglasses: AirFly Retools How Your Sports Shades Fit
Japanese startup Zygospec launched some unusual eyewear on Kickstarter: sunglasses that ‘hover’ above your nose, not on it. We put it to the test.
‘Everything Day’: Two Men on Tandem Bike Tackle 24-Hour Adventure
Biking, paragliding, climbing, hiking — friends Robin and Erik are cramming it all into one epic day. Watch how they did in the ‘Everything Day’ film.
No Assembly Required: Ventum Delivers Custom Carbon Bikes to Your Door
The Salt Lake City upstart aims to change the experience of buying a bike.
Rapha Launches Mountain Bike Collection, With Commitment to Support Trail Access
UK-based cycling brand Rapha just dropped its new mountain bike clothing and accessories collection, entering a new category for the previously roadie and gravel-only brand with a well-designed collection that covers the basics for trail riders.
Top 10 Bike-Friendly Cities: PeopleForBikes Releases Annual Rankings
Wondering how easy (or hard) it may to get around your location by bike? We’ve got you covered with the top 10 cities for biking in the U.S.
Industry Shoutout: Ride Concepts Highlights Its ‘Badass Women on Bikes’
Wondering who the riders are behind Ride Concepts? Meet them in this sweet staff tribute film.
Pro Gravel Racing Champ Colin Strickland Talks Training, Gear, and Moderation
What makes Colin Strickland tick? What’s the secret to his success? Hear from the gravel champ himself here.
Give a Bike, Get a Bike: Check Out The Pro’s Closet Trade-In Program
Trade up your ride for a brand-new Giant or Liv mountain bike through this local shop’s program.
Ski Brand Launches ‘Tri-Wrap’ MTB Hydration Pack: Kulkea OTRmost Review
Kulkea has launched its new OTRmost collection, a mix of gear packs highlighted by a new hydration pack designed for mountain biking.
Canada to Key West: ‘Eastern Divide Trail’ Will Be America’s Longest Dirt Bikepacking Route
The first segments of the Eastern Divide Trail — the 5,000+ mile, predominantly off-pavement bikepacking route — will publish this summer.
How to Teach a Kid to Ride a Bike
Most parents’ memories of learning how to ride a bike consist of fear, frustration, and some battle wounds before they finally got that sweet feeling of freedom. Thankfully with the phasing out of training wheels and the popularity of balance bikes, parents are seeing their little ones make the switch to pedals as if it were second nature.
Adventure Without a Footprint: These CO Towns Offset Your Carbon Impact When You Visit
A new Gunnison Valley community challenge turns miles pedaled, run, walked, and meandered into carbon offsets.
Get ‘Rad! Life Time Unveils ‘Dirt Fest’ Races for Gravel Ride, Run
Life Time Fitness quadruples down on its commitment to host big-name events in small-town America with its latest bike/run offering: the ‘Rad Dirt Fest. Organizers see a particularly bright future on the dusty gravel roads of Trinidad, Colo.
‘Gates of Hell’ Bike Ride Spans 1,000 Miles With Snakes, Lions, and Quicksand
This four-part documentary covers a world first — a monthlong, bike-powered expedition across Namibia.
Beyond Wheels: ENVE Unveils Custom Carbon Bike Frames
Renowned for its high-performance wheels, ENVE jumps into the world of complete carbon bike builds.
Legacy Reborn: Storied Gravel Bike Race Pedals on With New Name
Responding to concerns over the cultural inferences of its original race name, Life Time Fitness announced today the new title for the ‘DK’ gravel series.
Watch 3 Badass Riders Rip on RMB’s New Bike, the Slayer
The Slayer is the latest and greatest in all-mountain bikes from Rocky Mountain Bicycles. And the brand’s new film ‘Oscillation’ highlights the bike’s ridiculous capabilities.
Yeti SB165 Mountain Bike Review: Pure Fun
Replacing the brand’s old guard, the Yeti SB165 is a 27.5 wheel bike that will make you feel like a kid again. If you feel like 29ers are a little slow to get going, and a little less playful than you are, then swipe right on the SB165 and prepare for a real relationship — not just a one night stand.
