First Look: Ibis Ripley LS
Ibis is now offering the Ripley 'LS' — but how much Longer & Slacker is it? We've spent 2 weeks on the bike so far, and here are our initial impressions.
Bikes & Frames
2016 Scott Genius 700 Premium
The Scott Genius 700 Premium makes “normal” trail riding (the kind that the majority of riders actually do) more efficient and fluid.
2016 Cannondale Habit Carbon 1
The Cannonade Habit Carbon 1 is a very light trail bike that favors XC-oriented riders.
2016 Devinci Troy
The Devinci Troy gets a significant update for 2016 that will make it even more attractive to aggressive riders.
2016 Santa Cruz 5010
The geometry, linkage, and travel of the Santa Cruz 5010 have been updated for 2016. So is the new 5010 still a 5010?
Long-Term Test: Devinci Spartan
Devinci’s Spartan returns largely unchanged for 2016, so this is a long-term update + a breakdown of the new component options.
2016 Santa Cruz Bronson
The 2016 Santa Cruz Bronson gets a revamp, and it's now more stable, more forgiving in challenging terrain, and more capable when pushed hard.
2016 Transition Smuggler 1
The Transition Smuggler is a shorter travel 29er that should appeal to a wide range of riders on a wide range of trails.
2015 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp Carbon 6Fattie
The Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp Carbon 6Fattie offers a unique ride that is perfect for advanced riders looking for something different, or intermediate riders seeking a confidence boost.
2015 Evil The Following
The Following from Evil Bikes is a slack, short travel 29'er that likes to go fast.
2016 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition
The 2016 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition is a light, stiff trailbike with a lot of adjustability options.
2016 Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper FSR 650b
The 2016 Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper FSR 650b is one of the lightest bikes in its class, with excellent small bump compliance that will work well for a broad range of riders.
Canfield Brothers EPO Carbon 29er
It’s no secret we love the Canfield Brothers Yelli Screamy, so how does its new carbon sibling, the EPO, stack up?
2015 Devinci Troy Carbon SX
The Devinci Troy is an excellent all-around trail bike that manages to walk the fine line between maneuverability and stability.
2015 Guerrilla Gravity Megatrail
The Guerrilla Gravity Megatrail is a stiff, stable, adaptable trail bike that delivers an extremely impressive ride.
2015 Canfield Brothers 27.5 Jedi
The 2015 Canfield Jedi handles gnarly, rough trails better than any other bike we've been on.
2015 Devinci Spartan RR
The Devinci Spartan is a stiff, fun bike that pops really well and rewards an active rider.
2015 Giant Trance SX 27.5
The Giant Trance SX 27.5's increased travel makes it a playful and capable "do everything" trail bike.
2nd Look: Specialized Enduro FSR Expert Carbon 26
The Specialized Enduro FSR Expert Carbon 26 is being replaced with a 27.5" wheeled version, but the 26" model is still worth consideration.