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The rise of electric micromobility gadgets has brought more people into bike lanes across the country. Is there still room for cyclists?
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
A recent essay in ‘The Atlantic’ ignores the many ways in which electric bicycles are helping cyclists commute, recreate, and enjoy themselves
Mountain bike technology is always evolving—but it is all in the right direction?
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
Is Father Time catching up with you on the group ride? This checklist may help you determine if it’s time to prepare for the next phase of your cycling life.
Rivendell Bicycle Works built a loyal following by ignoring convention. But what happens when good intentions spark public outrage in a country divided?
Protecting your head is serious business, but unless you’re knowledgable about the technical specs that differentiate helmets, it can be hard to know exactly what you need out side of the general buckets of road, gravel, and mountain biking. Thankfully Specialized makes it easy find the right helmet…
Modern drivetrains are a net win for consumers, but there’s a loss of simplicity in the push to add more gears
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
Step up your cycling game with these road, gravel, and spin shoes
Devices bringing innovation to the trails and beyond
Allied’s new gravel-road crossover bike is the best two-in-one we’ve ever tested
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.
We caught up with the riders of the most unique bikes at the annual two-wheeled pilgrimage in Monterey, California
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
The best dirt, gravel, and pavement at the gateway to Glacier National Park
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
Great bikes are the bikes that fit your life. See how our gear director has tailored his Surly Bridge Club to meet his needs in this episode of the Gear Shed.
Reserve’s Fillmore is a modest innovation with big potential to make life easier for cyclists
The Bowhead Reach is designed to help those who can’t walk access mountain-bike trails
With used car prices through the roof, it’s time for cyclists to put our money where our mouth is
Want to make the outdoors more accessible? Free Country thinks making reasonably priced gear is a great place to start.
Gains in aerodynamics, weight, and stiffness come at the cost of some rider choice and equipment resilience
Consumer-direct Fezzari challenges the big brands with this mountain-bike-inspired gravel racer that’s best on rough roads and trails
On a whim, I decided to ride 370 miles across New York State. Here’s what I used most.
Some of the biggest brands will work together to pay for consumer battery recycling
The online gear-finding service offers all the expertise of a brick-and-mortar store without any of the awkwardness or humiliation
We still love these runner-up apparel pieces and accessories
With this gear, twice the ice is just as nice
The long-low-slack trend has produced bikes that handle fantastically, but versatility and fit have suffered
Bryan Rogala shares his first impressions of Kuat’s new Piston Pro X bike rack. They’re very positive.
This bike is a big alloy coil-sprung 29er for those who don’t like big alloy coil-sprung 29ers (and also for those who do, too)
As road frames evolve to become more capable on various surfaces, many roadies may find a sweet spot for their riding that’s short of a full-on gravel bike
Our ten-year-old ripper tests the pedal-assisted Woom UP 6 to find out
Riding kit is expensive. Here’s how to keep it looking, smelling, and performing its best.
Beta tests this year’s newest mountain-bike offerings
Six lady shredders, sizes 4 to 16, tried nearly all of the mountain-bike overshorts on the market to find the ones that truly fit, flatter, and perform
That brand-new 2021 model may be hard to come by these days, but the used bike market has endless inventory. Here’s why old bikes rule.
During the height of the pandemic, bike sales and participation flourished—and things don't appear to be slowing down. Here's what you need to know to kick off your cycling season.
When it comes to summer spins, a light, breathable kit can make all the difference
Five clever field repairs that can salvage your day out on the trails
With the help of some experts, one woman goes on a quest to get back on two wheels.
A genre-defining trail bike is now even more versatile—and even more fun
An ode to the sweet, airy joy of riding in a T-shirt, and the shorts that make it possible
Why this long-time cyclist is still in love with mechanical
Studies suggest that sole stiffness doesn’t matter as much as we thought. Fit and comfort matter more.
Bike design is evolving so you can go farther and faster
Cycle your way around town with these smart solutions
The CEO of Thousand shares why she feels passionate about bike helmets
