2014 Devinci Atlas Carbon RC
We just got back from testing bikes at day one of Interbike's Outdoor Demo. Here are our first impressions of the 2014 Devinci Atlas Carbon, an extremely capable 29er.
Mountain Bike Reviews
Making the Switch to 650b
What happens when you throw a pair of 27.5" wheels on a Santa Cruz Blur LT2? You get a bike that corners better and feels more stable at speed.
2013 Knolly Chilcotin
The Knolly Chilcotin is a technical trail wizard that thrives when ridden aggressively. If you live in an area with demanding trails and are in the market for a 6” all-mountain charger, it should be on your short list.
Bontrager G5
The Bontrager G5 brakes like a champ, excels at cornering, and is simply one of the best DH tires on the market.
Oakley Airbrake MX Goggle
The Oakley Airbrake MX sets a new standard for biking goggles with interchangeable lenses.
Icebreaker Sprite Racerback Tank
Icebreaker's Sprite is a great option for women who want a comfortable, breathable tank that works as well outside on the bike as it does when you're lounging around the house.
POC Index DH Glove
The Index DH is an extremely well made, durable glove with the added protection of VPD armoring. Blister reviewer Noah Bodman calls it the "highest quality bike glove" he's ever owned.
Wolf Tooth Chainring
Want to make your ride simpler, quieter, and lighter? You should try the Wolf Tooth narrow/wide chainring.
Club Ride Vibe Jersey
The Vibe jersey is Club Ride's latest addition to their lineup. It's as much a casual shirt as it is a technical piece of gear, and it works as well on the bike as it does in a local brewery.
2013 Specialized Enduro Expert
The Specialized Enduro Expert excels in downhill chunder and holding its line at speed. And its old school horst linkage can still compete with today's new-fangled suspension designs.
2013 Turner Burner
The Burner is Dave Turner's entry into 650b. If you're thinking about making the jump to 27.5, the Burner should be on your shortlist.
Five Ten Maltese Falcon Bike Shoes
The Five Ten Maltese Falcon is a durable biking shoe that provides great traction. It's also comfortable and pedals well, especially if you've got wide feet.
Club Ride New West Jersey and Cargo Away Shorts
The Club Ride New West Jersey and Cargo Away shorts work really well on trail. And you'll probably wear them a whole bunch off the bike, too.
Mavic Alpine XL Clipless Trail Shoe
If you're looking for a pair of bike shoes for exploring, bush-whacking, extended hike-a-bikes, trail work, or commuting, you ought to consider the Mavic Alpine XL.
Avalanche Chubie Rear Shock
The Avalanche Chubie rear shock can turn a long-travel trail bike into a mini-downhill machine that can also be pedaled uphill as fast as many short-travel trail bikes. It's a durable, adjustable, high-performance upgrade.
Teva Pivot Clipless Shoe
Teva hit the nail on the head with their Pivot clipless AM shoe. It has some novel design features that had us asking, "Why hasn't anybody thought of that before?"
Best Bike Grips for Going Gloveless
More riders are going gloveless on the trail, and these are the four best 'gloveless' grips that Kevin Bazar has ever used.
SRAM XX1 Drivetrain
With the XX1 kit, SRAM has basically defined exactly what a purpose-built trail group should be, with a number of designs that will likely become industry standards.
2013 Fox 34 TALAS 26 FIT CTD Fork
Fox now includes their CTD damper system on ALL of their 34mm and 32mm forks. So is that a good thing or bad thing? Blister's Noah Bodman weighs in.
2013 Diamondback Scapegoat
Though billed as a gravity / park bike with all-mountain agility and playfulness, the Diamondback Scapegoat shines brightest as a freeride machine. Blister reviewer Eric Melson reports.