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fromBikerumor
1 day ago

Things are Wonderfully Weird on the New OPEN U.P. 2.0 Adventure Bike

Open's new bike is designed to be both aerodynamic and suitable for loaded bikepacking, achieving a balance between speed and carrying capacity across varied terrains.
Bicycling
Alternative transportation
fromWIRED
11 hours ago

I Put My Dog, Friends, and Family Inside Bike Boxes and Rear Racks to Test All the Best Electric Cargo Bikes

Electric cargo bikes offer a practical, fun, and eco-friendly alternative to cars for transporting kids and running errands.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Rucking. Here's How.

Rucking is an ancient fitness practice that builds endurance and strength while promoting proper posture and combating sedentary lifestyles.
Coffee
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

Products of the Week: Golf Sets, Fuzzy Hikers and Bose Speakers

New spring gear includes coffee vodka, golf sets, portable fans, and peach speakers to enhance warmer months.
Cars
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 day ago

The Volvo Cosmic Surfer Has Gravity-Adaptive Wheels Designed For Smooth Driving On The Moon - Yanko Design

Volvo's Cosmic Surfer concept reimagines off-road vehicles for lunar exploration with innovative design and safety features inspired by its long-standing commitment to passenger safety.
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago

The RECCO Story: How A Tragic Accident Changed the Whole Snow Rescue Industry - SnowBrains

The RECCO system is a search-and-rescue technology designed to help professionals locate people buried in avalanches or lost in the outdoors. Today, it is integrated into millions of pieces of ski and outdoor equipment worldwide.
Snowboarding
Running
fromWIRED
3 days ago

I Tested 43 Pairs of Lightweight Hiking Boots on Miles and Miles of Hardpack, Gravel, and Hills

Lightweight hiking boots under 2 pounds offer support, grip, and protection without the bulk of traditional boots.
Fashion & style
fromEsquire
2 days ago

The 9 Best Crossbody Bags Do Everything from Hiking to Running Errands

Crossbody bags offer practicality for carrying essentials, blending functionality with fashion across various styles and occasions.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

I've Camped on 4 Continents-These Are the 12 Outdoor Essentials I Never Camp Without in the Spring, From $8

One of the most indispensable items for spring tent camping is a rain fly. Your tent probably comes with one, but when that thing gets absolutely drenched, the water will soak through and drip from the ceiling. So, install this tarp above your tent and at an angle, so the rain rolls right off it.
Pets
#gravel-biking
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
12 hours ago

ENVE Performance, Honest Price: The New XC28 Wheelset

ENVE's XC28 wheels offer high performance at a more accessible price, targeting weight-conscious XC and trail riders.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 days ago

HOKA Speedgoat 7: Through the Senior Product Line Manager's Eyes

HOKA Speedgoat 7 enhances performance and durability while maintaining core characteristics beloved by trail runners.
fromSnowBrains
3 days ago

End of Season Checklist: Care for Your Gear - SnowBrains

Visually inspect skis, bases, and edges. If any damage, get a full tune to fix the damage, grind the bases, and sharpen the edges.
Snowboarding
#e-bike
fromFortune
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

a16z-backed Infinite Machine is building e-bikes that feel like mopeds. Cyclists may have qualms | Fortune

Alternative transportation
fromFortune
3 days ago

a16z-backed Infinite Machine is building e-bikes that feel like mopeds. Cyclists may have qualms | Fortune

The Olto e-bike combines moped features with bike lane legality, offering a unique transit option for urban environments.
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

9 Pieces of Hiking Gear That Are 'Out' for Spring-Plus the Genius Items to Use Instead, From $15

Hiking gear trends for 2026 include lightweight sandals replacing clunky boots and practical upgrades for comfort and performance.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

ENVE Built the New XC28 Wheels for Cross-Country, but They're Also E-Bike Approved

Nobl and Reserve have introduced new XC wheelsets, while ENVE focuses on durability and performance with its XC28 wheels without increasing rim width.
Running
fromiRunFar
3 days ago

It's Not the Gear: 9 Running Gear Rules from iRunFar's Gear Editor

Finding the right gear is more important than acquiring new gear.
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
4 days ago

Skier Barely Misses Dead-On Collision With Snowmobile While Riding In The Backcountry

Skiing in uncontrolled areas poses dangers, including collisions with snowmobiles and hidden obstacles.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
1 day ago

I Did Not Catch Air on the Aventon Current Electric Mountain Bike, but I Could Have

Aventon's Current ADV is a well-designed class 1 e-MTB with a powerful battery and high-quality components, offering an enjoyable ride for cyclists.
Running
fromiRunFar
4 days ago

Kiprun Kipsummit Max Review

Kiprun Kipsummit Max is a cushioned trail shoe designed for comfort during long runs, excelling in stability and traction.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 day ago

The End of Skinny XC Rims? Reserve's New 30|XC Changes the Game

Cross-country racing gear has evolved with wider, stronger wheels like the new 30|XC, designed for modern racing demands.
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

Otso Cycles Delivers an Affordable, Fun, Steel Trail Bike, and it's a Hoot!

The Hoot Steel is designed to run a 140mm suspension fork standard, but it has compatibility for 150mm forks without major geometry changes, ensuring versatility for riders.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 day ago

South Of Here: Elliot Jamieson's California MTB Series

Elliot Jamieson is poised for a promising 2026 racing season after a successful 2025, supported by a new team and sponsors.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

BMC Resurrects the Twostroke

BMC reintroduces the Twostroke 01 with updated geometry and features, maintaining its versatility for XC racing and general riding.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
19 hours ago

Moots Celebrates 45 Years with Beautiful New Black Cerakote Finish

Moots Cycles celebrates its 45th anniversary with a limited edition bike finish featuring black Cerakote and exposed titanium accents.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

Wake Up Early, Go Fast on Ultralight Hunt 5AM Limitless Aero Wheels with Carbon Spokes

Hunt's 5AM Limitless aero wheels offer significant aerodynamic advantages and low weight, optimized for high-speed racing with modern tire widths.
#emtb
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

Avinox Avalanche Roundup: Nine New eMTBS Launching w/ New Avinox M2S Drive Unit

Avinox launched the powerful M2S drive system, enhancing eMTB performance with 1300 watts and 130 Nm torque, attracting over 60 industry partners.
fromBikeMag
2 days ago

Meet the New Kona Unity: 29" Front, 27.5" Rear, No Motor, 100% Steel, and 100% Real

The Unity is on a mixed-wheel setup, which is somewhat out of the norm for a bike in this category, but what category is this bike? While mixed-wheel setups are often associated with enduro and DH, Kona chose it here for pure utility, and when you look at the point they're making, it all makes sense.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

WTB Aims to Make Finding the Perfect Saddle Easier with Updated Fit Right System

WTB's updated Fit Right System enhances saddle selection by considering sit bone width, body mechanics, riding style, and ride duration.
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

Project AIRBAG: There is an Airbag Integrated Into this VAN RYSEL Skinsuit

VAN RYSEL's Project AIRBAG integrates an airbag into the skinsuit, providing essential protection for cyclists without the bulk of traditional gear. The airbag deploys in 60 milliseconds upon crash detection, ensuring rapid response to accidents.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
3 days ago

All New Liv Embolden Gets All the Right Updates for an Affordable Modern Trail

Liv updates the Embolden trail bike with a new frame design while maintaining its aluminum frame and FlexPoint suspension system.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

First Rides: DT Swiss 1500 MTB Wheels Get Top Carbon Rims, DF Anti-Kickback in 240 Hubs & More!

DT Swiss 1500 MTB wheels offer premium features at a lower price, combining lightweight carbon rims with advanced hub technology.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

The New Kona Unity Might be the Ultimate Bikepacking Vessel

Kona Bikes introduces the Unity, a bikepacking-specific bike designed for heavy loads without sacrificing ride quality.
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

Sweet Protection Adds New Tucker III 2Vi Mips Aero Road Helmet to Its Lineup

The Tucker III 2Vi Mips combines cutting-edge aerodynamic engineering, lightweight construction, and race-validated safety technology, emphasizing safety, comfort, and speed for enhanced performance.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

White Industries & Moots Have Some New, Very Beautiful (and Expensive) Titanium Cranks

Collaboration between White Industries, Moots, and Brunk Industries produced a high-quality, American-made titanium crank emphasizing durability and precision.
#xds
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

The BMC Teammachine 01 AMP Road eBike is So Light & Pedalable it Feels Like a New Category

The BMC Teammachine 01 AMP Road bike offers smooth power delivery and lightweight design, making it ideal for both assistance and human-powered riding.
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

Shimano's Latest Installment of "This is Home" Series Features Mathieu van der Poel

The film takes viewers away from the race venues to explore the training routes around Antwerp and Moraira, where Van der Poel trains.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
4 days ago

Wolf Tooth's New Gravity Pedal Has a Secret Hidden Inside

The SHIFT pedals offer a massive 1,201 mm² platform with lots of grip and an adjustable Q-factor, something that is the standout on the CTRL, ALT, and DEL pedals.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 days ago

Jackson Goldstone & Gracey Hemstreet on Red Bull Hardline Canada

"After walking the future Red Bull Hardline track, I'm pretty intimidated but excited... bringing Red Bull Hardline to Canada is something everyone has wanted."
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

Canyon's New Endurace CFR Is Not An Endurance Road Bike - It's A Race Machine

Canyon's new Endurace CFR combines comfort with speed, designed for rough spring racing and professional use.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
4 days ago

First Look: Wolf Tooth Completes its Clip Pedal Family with New SHIFT Gravity Pedals

Wolf Tooth introduces SHIFT Gravity Pedals, designed for downhill and enduro riding with a larger platform for enhanced grip and control.
#mountain-biking
fromBikeMag
3 days ago
Bicycling

2026 FOX GRIP X Damper: What's New for with Fox's Lightweight Suspension Forks

fromBikeMag
3 days ago
Bicycling

2026 FOX GRIP X Damper: What's New for with Fox's Lightweight Suspension Forks

#cycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

X-Lab SP5+ eBike Review: A Mid-Drive, Light-Weight eBike Under $2k?

The SP5+ is considered a fitness-focused electric bike with an aluminum frame, carbon fork, one-piece aluminum stem/bar, and aluminum wheels. The frame houses a Branta-branded XDS Mid-Drive X800 motor with 250-watt maximum continuous rated power, and 400 watt peak power, and 85Nm of torque.
Bicycling
#crankbrothers
fromBikerumor
3 days ago
Bicycling

Crankbrothers Stamp EVO Flat Pedals Grip with Huge, Long Rectangular Platform: Review

fromBikerumor
3 days ago
Bicycling

Crankbrothers Stamp EVO Flat Pedals Grip with Huge, Long Rectangular Platform: Review

#cannondale
fromBikerumor
3 days ago

Fox Updates its Trail Fork Lineup with new GRIP X Damper

The updated GRIP X damper delivers a refined balance of descending performance, lightweight efficiency, and simplified usability, specifically designed for modern trail riders.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
3 days ago

Upway Makes Finding a Quality eBike a Smooth Ride

Upway offers high-quality pre-owned eBikes at 60% off retail prices, backed by rigorous inspections and warranties.
#e-bikes
fromElectric Bike Reviews, News, & Testing
3 days ago
Bicycling

Retrospec Chatham Rev+ 2 Review | Charming and Fully Charged

E-bikes vary in design and performance, with the Retrospec Chatham Rev+ 2 offering a blend of comfort and power for different riding styles.
fromBikerumor
4 days ago
Bicycling

Specialized Vado 3 & Vado 3 EVO Commuters Get Integrated Garmin Radar & More

Specialized's Vado 3 and Vado 3 EVO urban e-bikes feature powerful motors and extensive range, promoting cycling as a sustainable commuting option.
fromBikerumor
4 days ago

DUH. Surly Makes Sliding UDH Dropouts Look Good on the New Sorceress Trail Bike

Surly describes the new Sorceress as a 'progressive hardtail built for ever-evolving trails and the humanoids who can't get enough of them.' The frame's design emphasizes low standover height and maximized dropper post travel to enhance rider comfort and control across different body types.
Bicycling
#rockshox
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
4 days ago

Tifosi Shaves Some Weight Off the Moab Sunglasses to Introduce the Moab XC

Tifosi Moab XC sunglasses offer a lightweight, frameless design with interchangeable lenses, making them a top recommendation under $100.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
5 days ago

Prevelo Alpha & Zulu Kid's Bike Review: Small Bikes Making the Big Brands Play Catch Up

A quality kid's bike significantly enhances the riding experience, encouraging children to ride more frequently.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 week 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.
fromBikeMag
1 week 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
fromBikeMag
2 weeks 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
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 weeks 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.
fromBikeMag
3 weeks 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
fromBikeMag
3 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
Bicycling
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Dudes Don't Know What's Going On When I Sneak Up Behind Them on a Silent Electric Mountain Bike

Electric mountain bikes enable riders of all fitness levels to enjoy trail riding and downhill descents without requiring strenuous uphill climbs.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago

Forbidden Ditches the High-Pivot: Meet the Reya

Forbidden's Reya is a 120mm short-travel mountain bike designed for enjoyable trail riding rather than weight savings, using a simplified 4-bar Horst-link suspension instead of high-pivot or idler systems.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
3 weeks ago

The Carbon Experts at Reynolds Introduce a Full Lineup of Alloy Wheels for Off-Road Riding

Reynolds launches an alloy wheelset range across off-road disciplines, applying its carbon engineering philosophy to aluminum to prove wheel quality depends on manufacturing, not material alone.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

Transition's Spur V2 Is Not Your Typical XC Bike

The Transition Spur V2 is a trail-oriented XC bike with 130mm front and 120mm rear travel, featuring internal cable routing, in-frame storage, and geometry optimizations for riders seeking XC capability without full XC commitment.
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.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Dragan Pocket Winch is the Trailbuilding Tool You Didn't Know You Needed

The Dragan Pocket Winch Complete Kit is a portable manual winch system weighing under one pound that delivers up to 2,000 pounds of pulling capacity for removing obstacles from trails.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

This Tire Brand Just Dropped New MTB and Drop-Bar Components - And They're Pretty Affordable

Teravail expands beyond tires into affordable bike components including handlebars, seatposts, stems, and grips designed for road, gravel, mountain, and bikepacking applications.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

Why "Lighter Is Better" Isn't Always True for Mountain Bikes

Downhill racers add weight to the bottom bracket to improve planted handling; Heavy Metal Spindles add roughly 500g, offered in 139mm and 145mm for $199.
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.
#gravel-ebike
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.
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