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We tested eight bikes, and these four came out on top
Six Pinkbike writers and editors tested 15 trail bikes last year. These five picks impressed us the most.
Hit the pavement with these five dynamic picks
Organizers are not sure if the event, which dates back to the 1980s, will return next summer
Sometimes the best thing about bikes is letting them go
Working on bikes is the next best thing to riding them
Forget what other people are saying, just get out there and ride
Both racks promise ultimate bike-carry versatility, but do they deliver? I spent months testing both to find out.
The gear that made our days in the transition season seamless
So long rim brakes, we knew thee well
Our writer tested five e-bikes in the field and on a test track to find out what works best
We examine the correlation between rider height and the ideal crank arm length. The results might surprise you.
A YouTube influencer who claims to pack heat on his rides has articles editor Frederick Dreier fearing a dystopian future for American bicyclists
Easy shifting and fun hydration are a recipe for happiness
The antiquated bicycle technology is quiet, reliable, and more inspiring than newer gizmos
Looking for a mountain bike that won't break the bank? Here are five great options that can handle a wide range of terrain.
Schwalbe’s latest sustainability initiatives set a low-impact example for riders everywhere
From road to mountain, these are our favorite cycling kicks of the year
For the sake of our planet, let’s hope so
Swiss company Bold houses the shock inside the frame of their futuristic new enduro bike. Naturally, we had to test it out.
MoonBikes is unleashing its quiet, eco-friendly, and easy-to-ride electric snowbikes in the U.S.
Many rider focus on downhill performance above all else. So why the obsession with lightweight parts?
We explain the differences between the options on the market, so you can find the one makes the most sense for your riding style
There can be advantages to both, so what is right for you?
It's easier than it's ever been, but there are still some nuances to understand
Choosing a mountain bike is more complicated than ever, but the good news is we're here to help
The popularity of gravel cycling has prompted tire manufacturers to go wider and softer. Has the trend gone too far?
In the market for a new, very capable all-round mountain bike? One of these five options might do the trick.
It seems like a sin of omission not to help a new cyclist learn the basics of flat repair, since a puncture is often the difference between a few minutes of roadside futzing and waiting for a car ride home
Everything from sustainable soft goods to thermoplastic wheels and frames
The case for modifying a cheap commuter bike instead of buying the newest, fanciest ride
Or: what to do when arguing with strangers
Is your home filled with rusty cassettes, threadbare Lycra shorts, and butyl tubes awaiting repair? Columnist Eben Weiss knows what to do with your used bike junk.
Let’s all get mad about where our cables go in our pedal bikes
These are some of the newest and most exciting bikepacking products on the market
Bikes today perform better than ever, but many are too sophisticated for home mechanics. What’s being lost?
Sometimes the best solutions are the simplest
Columnist Eben Weiss explains how the Woom NOW cargo bike overcomes the hurdles kids face in the commute to and from the classroom
The brand takes a leap forward with the Domane+ SLR 9 eTap
Trek’s latest e-road bike comes gravel capable and motor-assisted up to 28 miles per hour for road speed
My e-cargo bike isn’t about exercising; it’s about bringing joy back into mundane activities
Shorts and liners that work for more riders
Find out what tweaks Santa Cruz made to this cult classic
This central California park is one of the hottest, driest, and lowest places in the country. It's also one of the most beautiful—a place where sculptural canyons, undulating sand dunes, abundant wildlife, and a luminous sky abound.
The items that got our writer through the Steamboat Gravel Black Course
Whatever your reason for considering an EV—your wallet, the environment, or practicality—adding an e-bike is a far better choice than replacing your current car
Mountain bike technology is always evolving—but it is all in the right direction?
Peter Sagan leaks what it is really like to be in a competitive peloton.
Everything one cyclist packed for a blistering, long-distance pedal
The Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 RLE is a gravel bike for mountain bikers who like to ride roads
The bereaved Steinsapir family is suing Rad Power Bikes after a tragic accident
Those iconic bulbous boulders, lucid skies, and namesake trees are mere backdrops to a Californian desert playground filled with jaw-dropping vistas, dynamic hiking trails, and that famous grippy rock. Here’s everything you need to know to explore it.
Jody Rosen combines his acuity as a pop-cultural critic and his passion for the bicycle in his new book ’Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle’
All helmets sold in the U.S. are subject to the same standards, so why should you pay more?
It’s easy to fall for the bells and whistles, but the hardtail wins with its affordability, versatility, and simplicity
From the park to the podium, the Privateer 141 does it all
A recent climate commitment pledge among leading cycling brands conjured an unexpected feeling in our Bike Snob columnist—empathy
Our sibling titles Pinkbike and Beta teamed up for a value-oriented field test in Tucson, Arizona. Here are the results.
The company’s first try took forever to release and wasn’t perfect. Will the new system live up to the hype?
The Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion cordless inflator makes traditional pumps a thing of the past
Matej Mohoric used a dropper seatpost to win Italy’s Milano-Sanremo road race, and then declared that the traditional mountain-bike component is “the future of cycling.” Here’s why that matters for you.
Whether you’re mountain biking or just commuting around town, a few key parts will keep you riding, regardless of the elements
Reserve’s Fillmore is a modest innovation with big potential to make life easier for cyclists
With used car prices through the roof, it’s time for cyclists to put our money where our mouth is
There’s the pathological response, and there’s the reasonable one
Gains in aerodynamics, weight, and stiffness come at the cost of some rider choice and equipment resilience
Cyclists who love the Dark Crystal Trail, located in Whistler, British Columbia, have Scott Veach to thank for its creation
