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.
Noah Bodman
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?
Smith Rover Helmet
The Smith Rover is a very breathable Trail helmet, but that breathability seems to come at the cost of durability.
10 Notable Things We Saw at Interbike
There’s lots of talk *about* Interbike these days, but what were the most noteworthy things we saw at Interbike? Here’s our Top 10.
2017 SRAM Code RSC Brakes
Our Mountain Bike editor calls the SRAM Code brakes the best he’s ever ridden. Check out his review to see why.
Sweet Protection Badlands Merino LS Jersey
The Sweet Protection Badlands Jersey is one of the best wool riding jersey’s we’ve used.
On Pinkbike’s eFailure
Pinkbike announced this week that they'll be ramping up coverage of eMTBs. Here's why we think that's very problematic.
2018 Rockshox Pike RCT3
We put the new 2018 Pike RCT3 up against the 2017 fork, and weigh in on what’s different, what’s better, and what isn’t.
Rockshox Reverb 1x Remote
The Rockshox Reverb is one of the most ubiquitous dropper posts on the market, but it’s always had one major shortcoming: the remote. The new 1x Remote sets out to fix that.
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.
Kuat NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack
Kuat has updated their NV series of racks with the NV Base 2.0, so how does it perform, and how does it compare to the old NV 1.0?
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.
First Look: Fox Float DPX2
Fox just released their new Float DPX2 rear shock which builds on their already excellent Float line of shocks.
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...
Terrene Chunk Tire
Terrene is a new tire company offering a wide range of options. We’ve spent a wet fall and spring on their high-volume Chunk tire.
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.