2018 Zerode Taniwha
As a trail-oriented bike with no derailleur, no cassette, and a hefty price tag, the Zerode Taniwha is certainly different, but is it better?
Bikes & Frames
2018 Ibis Mojo HD4
If you generally pedal to the top of your rowdy descents, the Ibis Mojo HD4 is one of the best bikes we’ve used.
27.5” Trail Bikes — A Guide + Comparisons
“Trail Bikes” range from lightweight XC whips to burly enduro machines and it can be confusing to choose from all the options. So we’ve compared thirty-one 27.5” wheeled bikes and ordered them from most climbing-oriented to most downhill-oriented, with some new options for this year.
2018 Marin Wolf Ridge
The Marin Wolf Ridge features a unique suspension system that has garnered a lot of attention. So how does this longer-travel “Trail” bike actually perform on the trail?
29er Trail Bikes — A Guide + Comparisons
There are now more 29ers available than ever before, from XC race bikes to full-blown DH rigs. So we’ve assembled a comparison of sixteen 29ers to help you sort it all out, and maybe introduce you to some bikes that weren’t on your list, but should be.
Preview: 2018 Ibis Ripmo
Today, Ibis announced the Ripmo, a new 29er aimed at the Enduro and aggressive Trail crowd. Check out the specs and our initial impressions.
2017 Santa Cruz Hightower
We’ve put about 1000 miles on one of the most popular trail bikes on the planet. So we weigh in on its durability, and also which configuration of the bike we liked best.
2018 Patrol 672
The Patrol 672 is a new budget-oriented Trail bike, so how how much “bang” do you actually get for your buck?
2017 YT Capra AL Comp
The Capra is a very downhill-oriented bike that offers a huge margin for error when things go awry. While it’s not a do-everything Trail bike, YT succeeded in making the Capra a bike that does exactly what a lot of riders want out of their long-travel rigs. And compared to just about every brand out there, the bang for the buck that YT offers is unbeatable.
2017 Yeti SB5
If you’re looking for a mellow cruiser, the Yeti SB5 wouldn’t be our first recommendation. But if you want a versatile bike that can be rallied hard, it should be on your short list.
2016 Devinci Django Carbon 29 GX
While there are better purpose-built bikes out there, for an all-around, one bike quiver, it’s pretty tough to top the Devinci Django 29.
2017 Trek Remedy 9 RSL
Trek made some serious changes to the Remedy line this year, and the performance of the new Remedy 9 RSL is seriously impressive.
2017 Pivot Switchblade 29
We spent time on Pivot’s new Switchblade which works with both 29 and 27.5 Plus wheels.
2017 Scott Genius LT Plus
The Scott Genius LT 720 Plus offers a big, cushy ride that smooths out the trail. Kind of like one of those Zorbs. Read on…
2017 Yeti SB5 Beti
The Yeti SB5 Beti is a fast and efficient women’s trail bike that really excels on the up.
2017 Canyon Spectral CF 9.0 EX
Canyon is making its US debut this summer, and here’s our review of their Spectral CF 9.0 EX, their inexpensive, mid-travel bike that emphasizes maneuverability and playfulness.
2017 YT Jeffsy 29
The YT Jeffsy 29 is more playful than you might expect from a semi-long-travel 29er. It’s also less expensive than you might expect, too.
2017 Diamondback Clutch 2
The Diamondback Clutch is a women’s-specific, mid-travel trail bike that pedals pretty efficiently and likes to charge fast down technical trails.
Spot Rollik 557
The Spot Rollik 557 uses a distinctive carbon leaf spring in its linkage, but how does it ride?
2017-2018 Banshee Rune
The Banshee Rune is a 160 mm all-mountain bike best suited to going fast in big terrain, and it’s also available in several different wheelsize and spacing options. Check out our review.