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.
Mountain Bike Reviews
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.
Rocky Mounts SplitRail Bike Rack
The Rocky Mounts SplitRail is a high-end rack that’s less expensive and lighter than other high-end options.
Fix It Sticks, Back Bottle, & Weatherneck
We’ve been spending time with three of Brian Davis’ unique products, and are impressed at how well they address common problems (at a very low price).
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.
Pearl Izumi X-Project P.R.O.
The X-Project P.R.O. is Pearl Izumi’s new premium mountain bike shoe, said to be “perfect for all mountain bikers and cyclocross riders.” We weigh in on whether — and where — the P.R.O. actually excels.
Loaded Precision AmX 35 Carbon Bar and Stem
The Loaded Precision AmX 35 Carbon bar and stem are a great option for bigger riders looking for a wide — 840 mm — stiff bar.
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.
Syncros Tailor Cage HV 1.5
The Syncros Tailor Cage HV 1.5 is a clever and simple option for carrying tools on your bike.
Scott Spark Plus 700 Tuned
We’ve been quite skeptical of plus bikes in the past, but the Scott Spark 700 Plus Tuned basically changed all of that.
2017 Yeti SB4.5
The Yeti SB4.5 has a blend of efficiency and stability that’s unlike most bikes in its class.
2017-2018 Liv Hail Advanced 1
The new Liv Hail is a women's-specific, all-mountain bike for riders who prioritize fast and aggressive descending.
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?
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.
Fox 40 Float Fork
The Fox 40 has been the winningest fork on the World Cup for a few years, but how does it work for the rest of us?
Fox DHX2 Rear Shock
Fox’s new DHX2 is one of the lighter DH shocks on the market, and it beats out the rest of the “big three” on performance.