2017 Surly Karate Monkey
The Surly Karate Monkey was the cheapest, and the simplest bike we rode at Interbike, but was it the most fun?
Bikes & Frames
2017 Pivot Mach 429 Trail
If “XC with a bit extra” sounds like your cup of tea, the Pivot Mach 429 Trail is a great option.
2017 Devinci Django Carbon
We were impressed with the 29″ wheeled Devinci Django 29, now it’s time to weigh in on its smaller wheeled sibling.
2017 Marin Attack Trail Pro
Marin’s Attack Trail Pro hits a middle ground between trail and enduro bikes that should appeal to a lot of people.
Turner RFX V4.0
We weigh in on the Turner RFX V4.0, and compare it to other bikes in the “versatile trail bike” category.
2017 NOBL Wheels TR38 27.5”
For the price, the NOBL TR38 wheels are easily some of the best we’ve ridden.
2017 Transition Scout Carbon
We challenge anyone to ride the Transition Scout and not have fun on it.
2016 Devinci Wilson Carbon
The Devinci Wilson Carbon is supremely well rounded, and is well suited to all manner of DH tracks.
Long Term Review: Bulls Black Adder 29
We’ve spent another 3 months on the Bulls Bikes Black Adder 29, and here’s our long-term update.
2nd Look: 2016 Trek Session 9.9
Reviewer Marti Bruce weighs in with a smaller rider’s take on the Trek Session 9.9.
2016 Rocky Mountain Instinct 990 MSL BC Edition
We’ve reviewed Rocky Mountain’s Thunderbolt and Altitude, so it’s time now to weigh in on how the Instinct fits between them.
Flash Review: Yeti 5.5c
We just got our hands on Yeti’s new SB 5.5c, and so far we’ve been surprised.
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2016 Trek Session 9.9
The Trek Session 9.9 is a very light, very fast downhill bike, but see our notes regarding sizing.
First Look 2016 Diamondback Release 2
We take a First Look at Diamondback’s new Release 2, and break down the build kit, as well as diving into why it might look a little familiar.
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.
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.