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fromBikerumor
8 hours ago

Lifetime Grand Prix Champ Cam Jones Adds White Rim FKT to His List of Accomplishments

Cam Jones set a new Fastest Known Time on Utah's White Rim Trail, completing it in 5:23:27, surpassing the previous record by nearly five minutes.
#snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
3 days ago
Snowboarding

Sundance Is Gone From Park City - Shaun White Just Replaced It With a 22-Foot Halfpipe and an Olympic Dream - SnowBrains

The Snow League will host a major snowboarding and freeskiing competition in Park City from January 22-24, 2027.
Snowboarding
fromDefector
1 week ago

Keeping Big Mountain Freestyle Riders Alive Is A Lot Of Work | Defector

The Natural Selection Tour showcases Big Mountain Freestyle snowboarding in challenging backcountry terrain, blending elements of freeride and freestyle disciplines.
fromSnowBrains
3 days ago
Snowboarding

Sundance Is Gone From Park City - Shaun White Just Replaced It With a 22-Foot Halfpipe and an Olympic Dream - SnowBrains

Snowboarding
fromDefector
1 week ago

Keeping Big Mountain Freestyle Riders Alive Is A Lot Of Work | Defector

The Natural Selection Tour showcases Big Mountain Freestyle snowboarding in challenging backcountry terrain, blending elements of freeride and freestyle disciplines.
Exercise
fromBig Think
3 days ago

Kidnapped by terrorists. Lost a finger. Still became a rock-climbing legend.

Courage and the ability to endure suffering are crucial traits for success in rock climbing.
LA Kings
fromWIRED
4 days ago

'Guns, Beer, Titties, Freedom': Inside the World's Toughest Off-Road Race

King of the Hammers is a major off-road racing event that has evolved significantly over 20 years, attracting thousands of participants and viewers.
#mountain-biking
fromBikerumor
4 days ago
Bicycling

Scott's New Film Reminds Us that Things May Change, But Mountain Biking Stays the Same

Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

Specialized Just Went All-In on the Most Unique MTB Event in Years

The Hard MTB League promotes versatility in mountain biking by combining multiple disciplines, supported by Specialized Bicycles for the 2026 season.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

BC Bike Race Organizers Announce The BC Bike Fest Featuring XC, Enduro, and DH Races

BC Bike Fest is a three-day MTB festival in Cowichan Bay (May 29–31) featuring XC, adaptive XC, enduro, downhill races, demos, and entertainment.
fromBikerumor
4 days ago
Bicycling

Scott's New Film Reminds Us that Things May Change, But Mountain Biking Stays the Same

#pond-skimming
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago
Snowboarding

It's Pond Skimming Season: Here's How to Set Yourself Up for Success - SnowBrains

Pond skimming is a fun end-of-season ski event where participants attempt to cross a pond on skis or snowboards, often in creative costumes.
fromUnofficial Networks
4 days ago
Snowboarding

Skier Nails Impressive Pond Skim To Basketball Dunk

Pond skimming is a spring skiing tradition where participants attempt to cross a pool while performing stunts.
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago
Snowboarding

It's Pond Skimming Season: Here's How to Set Yourself Up for Success - SnowBrains

Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 day ago

The "Rad Dad" Has a New Ride: Eric Porter's Move to Canyon Bicycles

Eric Porter joins Canyon Bicycles as a global ambassador, embodying creativity, adventure, and community in mountain biking.
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

Arc'teryx Enters the MTB World With the Rhoam Collection

"Our heritage is rooted in building gear for people who live and thrive in the mountains, and that includes our own team. Many of us ride; our athletes ride. Mountain biking is part of our culture," Ashley Anson, VP Design at Arc'teryx, said.
Bicycling
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 days ago

Mountain Mayhem: The Rise of Gaper Day in North American Ski Culture - SnowBrains

Gaper Day celebrates silliness on the slopes, encouraging participants to wear ridiculous outfits and enjoy skiing in a judgment-free environment.
#bmx
fromWGB
2 months ago
Video games

Streetdog BMX Review - Skill, Stubbornness, and a Lot of Concrete

fromWGB
2 months ago
Video games

Streetdog BMX Review - Skill, Stubbornness, and a Lot of Concrete

#emtb
#spring-skiing
#hans-rey
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
3 days ago

adidas is Back in Downhill: The Massive Norco Partnership You Didn't See Coming

adidas and Norco have formed a multi-year partnership to create the Norco adidas Race Division, debuting in May 2026 in Korea.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
5 days ago

2026 FWT Final at Verbier: USA's Mia Jones Wins Women's Snowboard, While Victor de Le Rue Secures Record 5th Men's Title - SnowBrains

The 2026 Freeride World Tour concluded with four new champions crowned at Xtreme Verbier, showcasing exceptional performances in challenging conditions.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
6 days ago

5 Places Where You Can Ski and Golf in the Same Day - SnowBrains

BrainsSpring is a unique season where skiing and golfing coexist, with increased interest in properties offering access to both sports.
#cycling
fromBikeMag
3 days ago

Transition Bikes Just Dropped the New TR11 After 9 Years of Silence

Transition has increased the rear travel to 211mm, which translates to more traction and control when charging downhill. This straightforward approach enhances the riding experience significantly.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
4 days ago

Alran Brothers Monster Energy Deal: Junior DH Stars Move to Elite Ranks

Monster Energy signs Junior World Champion Max Alran and his brother Till Alran, marking their transition to Elite downhill mountain biking.
fromBikerumor
3 days ago

Ari Nebo Peak e-MTB Review: Light Weight eMTB Covers All the Bases (& a Lot of Ground)

The Ari Nebo Peak has the capability to handle all-mountain descending, efficient climbing, and a long-lasting battery, making it a versatile choice for e-mountain biking.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
4 days ago

Mass Damper Curious? Da Bomb Adds Dampers for MTB & Gravel to Your Steerer

Mass dampers help with vibration damping by using a weight suspended between two springs, which absorbs vibrations and reduces the transfer to the rider.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
4 days ago

Velocio's 2026 MTB Clothing Collection Includes Updated Jerseys and New Colors

Velocio's Spring and Summer MTB Collection features updated jerseys and new color options for enhanced comfort and performance during warmer rides.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

10 Years Later, Darkfest Is Still the Scariest Event in MTB

Darkfest 2026 celebrated its 10th anniversary with record-breaking performances and showcased the evolution of freeride mountain biking.
fromBikerumor
1 week ago

SHREDLY's 2026 Collection Lands with Fresh Colors, Prints, and a New Product Category Teaser

SHREDLY's apparel has always stood out for its bold colors and patterns, and they're ramping it up for 2026. The brand says its 'our most expressive yet - a fun, earthy collection of prints and colorways inspired by the spirit of mountain biking.'
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

The Aluminum Specialized Levo R is Here - And It's a Game Changer for Your Wallet

The new Levo R Alloy features the same Specialized 3.1 motor and 840Wh battery as the carbon version, providing similar performance at a lower price point.
Bicycling
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
4 weeks ago

The Best 5 Places to Ski and Surf in the Same Day - SnowBrains

Five global destinations enable skiing and surfing on the same day, combining mountain snow sports with coastal wave riding in optimal seasonal conditions.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

Build Your Dream Bike: The Intense Spider 130mm

The Intense Spider is a revamped 130mm trail bike designed for mid-travel performance and technical riding.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

Help a Legend: How You Can Win This Dream Yeti SB140

Yeti Cycles is raising funds for Adolf Silva's recovery through a unique SB140 bike giveaway after his spinal injury at Red Bull Rampage.
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

Why Trek is Racing Their "Secret" XC Bike in Public

The Trek-Unbroken prototype is a clear signal that the '80mm of travel is enough' era of cross-country racing has officially been put to pasture.
Bicycling
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Bike to Ski and Board: A Will and a Way - SnowBrains

Skiers and snowboarders are increasingly using bicycles and hiking instead of carbon-powered vehicles to access mountains, reducing their environmental impact while pursuing their sport.
fromBikeMag
2 weeks ago

A Handmade MTB That Could Change How We Think About Wheel Sizes

The core idea here isn't gimmickry. It's composure. Specifically, the idea that a calmer, more composed ride creates speed, and that a platform intentionally designed around 32-inch wheels can deliver that in a way a scaled-up 29er simply can't.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 weeks ago

Batch Introduces a New Gravel Bike, Two Builds, Both Affordable

Batch aims to repeat the process, now in the gravel corner of the industry. Now, surely, these new gravel offerings won't completely knock your socks off, but that isn't Batch's intention. However, will they get new riders out on two wheels without the incredible cost barrier? Absolutely.
Bicycling
#freeride-mountain-biking
#jack-moir
fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago

What's Going On With YT Industries? The Founder Just Explained Everything

YT Industries GmbH filed for insolvency in Germany last July, the dominoes fell fast. YT Industries USA shuttered on October 31st; showroom locations went dark; customer service contact info vanished from the website; and a whole lot of Capra and Decoy owners were left staring at their bikes, wondering what exactly a warranty is worth when there's nobody on the other end of the phone.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago

This Bike Brand Wants Your Wildest Ideas. Yes, Really.

Tucked into their Connect menu, between the suspension fitment form and their community content page is a Product Ideas & Requests submission form that is as simple as it sounds. The description says it plainly: your feedback shapes the future of Cane Creek. New products, fitments, sizes, features - they want it all. And their team reviews every single submission as they plan upcoming designs.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago

Ari Bikes and Canyon Bicycles Are All In on Hard MTB League's 2026 Season

Hard MTB League is exactly the kind of competition Ari bikes were designed for. Our bikes are built to handle everything. The climbs, the descents, the jumps. And so are the athletes lin
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 weeks ago

Can You Really Buy a Quality Bike on Amazon? (An Honest Cyclist's Answer)

Yes-you can buy a quality bike on Amazon, if you choose the right bike type, avoid "too-cheap-to-be-true" builds, and buy from a brand with real support. Amazon isn't the problem. Bad components, poor sizing choices, and bargain-bin bikes are the problem.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago

Transition's New Spur Was Raced at Downieville Before It Even Launched

Transition Bikes debuted the Spur at the Downieville Classic, proving its climbing efficiency and descending capability through competitive racing before official release.
#downhill-racing
fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

Tilly Melton Joins Yeti/FOX Factory Race Team for 2026 UCI Downhill Elite Women's Season

fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

Tilly Melton Joins Yeti/FOX Factory Race Team for 2026 UCI Downhill Elite Women's Season

fromBikeMag
4 weeks ago

Two New Steel Hardtails, Two Countries, One Brand Turning 15

REEB is rolling into its 15th year with two new steel hardtail frames: the Re:Dikyelous and the Hall Pass. And no, they're not resting on any anniversary laurels here, worthy of the cult-like following they've gained. These are proper, purpose-built machines.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
4 weeks ago

Roach x Race Face Channels 90s North Shore Freeride with Casual Wear Collection

Race Face releases a limited Roach apparel collection honoring the pioneering freeride mountain biking culture of 1990s North Shore with throwback styles and logos.
Bicycling
fromHeybike
1 month ago

Mountain Biking for Beginners: 10 Helpful Tips to Ride Safer and Progress Faster

Mountain biking requires choosing the right bike type, proper fit, essential safety gear, and starting on easy trails to build skills safely and enjoyably.
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

New BoXXer, New Brakes, New Wheels: The Ari Superior Peak Is Better Than Ever

For 2026, the Superior Peak ships in a mixed wheel configuration (29" front, 27.5" rear). This is what people have been asking for, and Ari has delivered. Riders who prefer a matched setup can still run a full 29" configuration front and rear. Paired with 200mm of travel and Ari's Tetra Link suspension platform.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Updated Mondraker Summum & Ari Superior Peak Now Include Newest Parts From SRAM & RockShox

SRAM and RockShox released new downhill components including the Boxxer fork, Vivid Ultimate shock, XX DH Transmission, and Maven brakes, prompting bike brands to launch updated DH models featuring these new parts.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

They're Building the Biggest MTB Jumps on Earth Again...

Darkfest's 10th edition at Vuurberg farm features new mega jumps including the Rocket Falcon Heavy and Loco Lounge spectator platform, with Sam Reynolds supporting his family while the build team executes upgrades.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

BMX Meets Mountain Bike: The WeThePeople Swamp Master

WeThePeople's Swamp Master is a ready-to-ride, full-suspension, trail-capable 20-inch BMX bike with 66mm rear travel and MTB-grade components.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

The Yeti Gathering Comes to the West Coast

Yeti Gathering is a long-standing, exclusive mountain biking tradition arriving in Oakridge, Oregon in 2026 with three days of shuttle rides, descents, and community events.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

Everesting on a Mountain on a Mountain Bike - Here's What They Don't Tell You

Two riders climbed and descended 29,032 vertical feet on Chuckanut's technical trails using cross-country bikes on double-black descents, enduring exhaustion, arm pump, and extreme fatigue.
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Kona Announces Updated Versions of Its Budget-Friendly Hardtails

Kona is one of the brands that seems to recognize this more than most and has maintained a healthy selection of affordable hardtails in its lineup for years. After all, the brand started out and built its early reputation on hardtails. And despite some uncertainty surrounding its future, the rider-owned brand isn't forgetting its roots. For 2026, Kona has refreshed three of its most accessible entry-level hardtail models with updated geometry and size-specific wheel sizing to improve handling, fit, and stability for riders just starting out on their mountain bike journey.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

Why Iconic Bike Brands Are Suddenly Putting Drop Bars on Mountain Bikes

High-profile brands are bringing drop-bar carbon hardtail mountain bikes that blend gravel and MTB components, signaling mainstream growth of the gravel–mountain crossover.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

Mix-N-Match: Ripping Between Races With Transition's Dirtbag Factory Racing

Two East Coast racers ride familiar Vermont trails for fun between race weekends, showcasing community-focused Dirtbag Factory Racing and honest, classic regional terrain.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

I Went Digging Online and Found Signs Forbidden Bikes May Be Entering XC

Forbidden appears to be developing a new short-travel Downcountry XC bike with roughly 120mm rear travel and a 120–130mm fork, likely non-high-pivot.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

Mountain Biking Is Growing - Just Not Where It Started

Bike parks are rapidly expanding and efficiently progress riders, but public trail access remains underfunded and essential for the sport's long-term sustainability.
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

NST Bike 2026 Lets Riders Define the Competition, Not the Other Way Around

While most modern competitions recruit riders with similar skillsets and design courses to suit them, Natural Selection flips the script. By drawing riders from a wide range of backgrounds, NST creates a format that values creativity and individuality as much as technical execution. It is one of the few competitions where the structure of the contest comes secondary to the riders themselves.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Mountain Biking Gets More Monster as World Cup Gets New Main Sponsor

Monster Energy named sponsor of WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series; will appear at all 14 events starting with May's South Korea race.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

Must Watch: Riding the Most Iconic Sea to Sky MTB Trails in One Epic Ride

Matthew Fairbrother attempts a single-day ride of the Sea to Sky corridor: 332 km, 10,250 m climbing, linking iconic descents from Pemberton to North Vancouver.
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Bikepacking Roots & Old Man Mountain Make Bikepacking More Accessible with Gear Libraries

We are all familiar with the idea of a library. You go, check out a book, read said book, and return the book when you are done. Yes, there is a bit more mixed in there, such as attaining a library card, due dates, and late fees, but I'm sure you get the general idea. We all know how libraries work.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

Brage Vestavik Has Announced His New Bike Sponsor After Days of Suspense

Brage Vestavik joined Norco Bicycles, citing family values and Canadian freeride heritage; both expect to push the boundaries of freeride mountain biking.
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

This Self-Funded MTB Film's Trailer Is Getting Riders Seriously Hyped

"A self-funded film by Hunter Paull and David McMillan, produced by Hunt Cinema. A global collaborative film project showcasing like-minded crews and cultures that the journeyman David McMillan has met on his years of traveling the globe. COMING 2026" Featuring: David McMillan, Josh Bryceland, Matt Hunter, Ollie Hindley, Kade Edwards, Remy Morton, Matt Miles, Jonte Vink, Matteo Iniguez, Matt Begg,
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