CushCore Pro Tire Inserts
We recently published Noah Bodman's take on CushCore's Pro tire inserts, and now David Golay adds his thoughts. Check them out here.
Mountain Bike Reviews
Biking 101: Bike Fit & Geometry — Part 1
Selecting the “right” bike means selecting the right *size* bike — and understanding how a bike’s “geometry” affects that. So check out our Bike Fit & Geometry 101 article to learn more about a bike’s geometry and how it affects both fit and performance.
Blister Brand Guide: Specialized Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
In our new “Blister Brand Guide” series, we go over the entire product lineup of a brand, highlight how each product stands out from the rest of the lineup, and help you figure out quickly and easily which one might be best for you. First up on the MTB side: Specialized.
2020 Ibis Ripmo AF
Today Ibis announced the brand-new Ripmo AF, as in “aluminum frame.” As in, the first all-aluminum Ibis bike since they reopened shop in 2005. But there’s a whole lot more to this new Trail / Enduro bike than just being made of metal — check out our First Look for more info.
2019 BTR Ranger 27.5
“Enduro Hardtail” — sound like an oxymoron? Well BTR, a custom builder out of England, makes them, and one of our reviewers has spent the past 2 years riding their long and slack steel hardtail, with some surprising conclusions. Check out the full review of the BTR Ranger.
2019 Nicolai / GeoMetron G16
Every brand is now making longer and slacker bikes, but few have taken this approach to the extremes of Nicolai. So, how does their ultra-long and ultra-slack G16 Enduro bike actually perform on trail, and how does it compare to the more moderate competition? Check out our full review of the G16.
WTB Ranger 2.4 Tire
WTB recently introduced some narrower versions of its Ranger tire, and we think the Ranger 2.4 is a competitive option for those seeking a nice balance of low rolling resistance and traction in their XC or Trail tire.
2019 Santa Cruz Hightower LT
With the introduction of the redesigned Hightower and new Megatower, you’re probably going to see a lot of Santa Cruz Hightower LTs on the used market. So we put together a full review of the Hightower LT, and we think it’s still a great bike for those seeking a nice balance of playfulness and stability in their Trail bike.
Kuat Highline Trunk Rack
There are plenty of different ways to carry bikes on your car, but not everyone wants (or needs) an expensive, semi-permanent hitch or roof rack. That's why trunk racks like the Kuat Highline exist, and the Highline is a great choice in this category.
Enve M730 Wheels — Long-Term Review
We’ve now spent over nine months on Enve’s M730 carbon wheels, and you can check out our full review for our thoughts on their ride quality, notable features, long-term durability, and who should be considering them.
Wild Rye Freel Short, Marion Chammy, & Sandia Shirt
Wild Rye is a women’s-specific apparel company that’s designing pieces that stand out not only in terms of style, but also performance. Check out our review of their Freel Shorts, Marion Chammy, and Sandia Shirt.
2019 Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Live Valve
After 3 months of testing, here is our full review of both Pivot’s Mach 5.5 Carbon bike, and Fox’s “Live Valve” electronic suspension system that’s available on the Mach 5.5.
Lab Austere Hydration Pack, Tool Kit, & Wallet
Lab Austere is a new brand that's aiming to make simple — and more importantly, very useful — MTB accessories. Check out our review of their Minimize Hydration Lumbar Pack, Trunk Roll Up Tool Kit, and Simplify Wallet.
2019 Transition Smuggler Carbon
Transition says their Smuggler is a bike that “defies categorization.” So, where does it actually fit in the Trail / All-Mountain category? Check out our full review.
Enve M7 Bar & M7 Stem
If you're looking for a bar & stem that offer an excellent balance of low weight, stiffness, and enough vibration damping for long days on the trail, Enve's M7 Bar & Stem are worth a very good look.
Showers Pass IMBA Jacket
Finding the right MTB shell is tricky. It has to protect you from wind and water, breathe during climbs, and shrug off impacts with branches, rocks, and occasionally, the ground. So how well does the Showers Pass IMBA Jacket balance these traits? Check out our full review.
2019 Pivot Shuttle
The Pivot Shuttle is one of the lightest e-bikes out there. So how does it compare to traditional mountain bikes, and who should be considering it? Check out our review.
WTB Vigilante 2.6 and Trail Boss 2.6 Tires
Some wider tires feel very similar to their narrower versions, while others feel like entirely different products. So which category do the 2.6" versions of the WTB Trail Boss and Vigilante fall into, and what do you gain or lose by going with the wider versions? Check out our review.
2019 Esker Elkat
While many smaller bike companies tend to produce very niche designs, Esker’s Elkat is a surprisingly versatile and intuitive Trail bike that should work for a wide range of riders.
2019 Mondraker Foxy 29
The Mondraker Foxy 29 takes a bit of a different approach to traditional Trail-bike geometry, and the result is a correspondingly unique on-trail experience. Check out our review.