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The place has it all. Points for trying to guess, but you may never have heard of the name.
Marley Blonsky is changing the cycling industry—one group ride at a time
It may be mud season, but that’s not stopping us from getting outside with these pieces of gear
Here’s the gear that will keep you mountain biking all year long, no matter the temps
This remote mountain town has had its ups and downs. In recent years famous races put it on the map, but some knew of its year-round treasures all along.
Surrounded by more famous destinations, this area is often overlooked. Yet it is one of the wildest and most beautiful units in the national-park system.
The iconic freeride mountain bike competition in Virgin, Utah, welcomed women for the first time, to great success. The men weren’t so bad either.
After 17 editions just for men, the iconic freeride event in Utah will debut its women’s competition on Thursday
Social worker Jamie Holmes visits Bronco Off-Roadeo New Hampshire, rallying up Gunstock Mountain then mountain biking with Bronco Ambassador Rachel Strait
With modern rigs weighed down by high-performance components, two Pinkbike editors square off about whether the industry has taken things too far
Experience fall splendor with the Colorado Mountain Club's top autumn adventures, from colorful road trips to scenic hiking and biking across the state
The 2,700-mile Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is long, remote, and rugged. Here’s the kit you’ll need to pull it off.
Mountain bikes are constantly changing—what counts as outdated versus new-school mountain-bike geometry these days?
The 28-year-old from Salt Lake City won the Leadville Trail 100 MTB race on Saturday, eight years after lining up for the first time
A lifetime cyclist, our columnist pulled the data and weighed other factors to determine the most bike-friendly small towns across America
A minor controversy about the technical zone cannot sully historic silver medal: “I cannot explain how amazing this is”
The Mountain State has it all: rivers, 36 state parks, nine state forests, our newest national park, and a nearly million-acre national forest. Our travel expert reveals his favorite ways to get outside here.
In episode four of Ultimate Mountain Athlete, presented by the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, variable spring snow conditions throw wrenches when slopestyle skills meet tricky landings
These jerseys, pants, and shorts got us through rain, sunshine, wind, and everything in between
It’s easy to overlook the essentials. We tested the best knee pads on the market so you don’t have to.
From sweat-wicking shorts to a minimalist shell, here are our favorite products to hit the trails this summer
Endless cross-country trails, fun technical features, singletrack galore, year-round riding weather, and a welcoming bike culture—what more could a mountain biker ask for?
More than two decades after a crash left him paralyzed, Tarek Rasouli rekindled his love of off-road riding with the help of an innovative handcycle
Start your trip surfing, and end it whale- and turtle-watching. We’ve got the latest intel on new spots and favorite local hangouts.
From miles of trails to acres of public land, the explorable and beautiful terrain in these states stand out above the rest.
In May 2022, we took a spin with the Richmond Cycling Corps, a mountain-bike-racing team from the Virginia capital’s public-housing system. Coaches teach young riders how to shred trails and prepare for adult life. The kids, meanwhile, measure happiness one pedal stroke at a time.
At Red Bull Rampage, the infamous freeride mountain-bike event held each year in a remote corner of Utah, riders and teams construct their own runs, walking a fine line between death-defying and deadly
The pro racers who do need carbon fiber bikes get them for free. Only the people who don’t need them actually pay for them.
These stunning photographs inspire us to seize every moment outside
Bikes, skis, and tents can be a costly commitment. With that in mind, brands like Evo, Fjällräven, and L.L.Bean have designed outdoor trips where you can demo top-end equipment for days or weeks at a time.
As people get called back to the office in cities, now might be a good time to chase the mountain-living dream, especially in these lesser-known areas
With charging stations increasing and battery life improving all the time, the Great American Road Trip is more EV-friendly than ever. These are the most beautiful trips.
Banning trans women from competitive cycling is an insult to all women
This little burg hits the sweet spot where high adventure meets a low cost of living
Isn’t it my responsibility to give him a reality check?
We examine the correlation between rider height and the ideal crank arm length. The results might surprise you.
Despite overwhelming concern for his physical well-being, writer and longtime road cyclist Tom Vanderbilt wanted to see what it felt like to take to the air
We first connected over a love of riding bikes—is it possible for us to find a compromise here?
The history of freeride mountain biking takes center stage in the new feature documentary from ϳԹ Studios and Freeride Entertainment
The Wrong Way River Lodge and Cabins, with 16 sweet A-frames, is an ideal base camp for exploring greater Asheville
Looking for a mountain bike that won't break the bank? Here are five great options that can handle a wide range of terrain.
On an epic mountain-biking adventure, the Outward Bound instructor found belonging on remote trails
When she broke her neck in a crash, the mountain biker was forced to face what she’d been unwilling to admit
‘Nothing’s for Free’ chronicles the history of freeride mountain biking
It took 20 years of planning to open the new 190-mile Aquarius Trail bikepacking hut system in southern Utah’s spectacular wilderness, sandwiched between Bryce and Zion national parks. Stephanie Pearson saddles up for a wild ride.
After suffering a traumatic brain injury in a mountain-biking accident, they found their real estate job intolerable. Taking a bold chance at a new career changed everything.
From road to mountain, these are our favorite cycling kicks of the year
With the first part of their first race day completed, we pick back up for part two of the five-part enduro. Tensions run high. Nerves are showing.
With the introductions out of the way, we welcome back viewers to the Pinkbike Academy House, located at Big White Mountain in beautiful British Columbia
Researchers use isotope tracers to accurately calculate calorie burn and other parameters during a grueling full-day ride
For riders who have been on the fence about making the switch to a wireless electronic drivetrain, SRAM's Eagle Transmission makes the most compelling argument yet.
Many rider focus on downhill performance above all else. So why the obsession with lightweight parts?
For when you want to get groceries one day and access a remote fishing hole the next
After a devastating accident, the mountain biker realized that getting back on the trail meant accepting discomfort and unpredictability
Our national park system has 424 units, but visitors pack into only a few of those. You’ll find jaw-dropping scenery, awesome adventures, and way fewer crowds in these often overlooked parks. And yes, we picked our favorite one in every single state.
After her brother died, the clothing designer thought outdoor sports would relieve her grief. But it took her own near-miss accident to wake her up to what she needed to hear.
We explain the differences between the options on the market, so you can find the one makes the most sense for your riding style
Bikes don't run trouble-free forever. Here are some preventative and diagnostic tips and tricks to keep you riding.
Some bike shops are intimidating. Here's how to navigate them.
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
If our half-baked effort resulted in the first Grim Donut going six seconds quicker than a production bike, what would happen if we sat down and took it a bit more seriously?
After suffering a brutal accident while on a kite-skiing expedition expedition in Patagonia, Jim Harris’s painstaking recovery took a sudden leap forward when he had an experience with magic mushrooms
Monique Parmalee—best known as “Pua Mata” on the U.S. mountain-bike scene—was also a mother of two. She was struck and killed by a motorcyclist on Wednesday.
Columnist Eben Weiss argues that any shoe is potentially a great bike shoe
Celebrating everything from desert biking and alt-rock to bouldering and oyster-eating, these are some of the best outdoor festivals across the country in 2023
Our Maui-based writer offers intel on how best to explore the popular park, famous for volcano and crater hikes, sunrise views, tough road rides to the central summit, and supreme stargazing
Ten of the world’s best amateur riders battle it out for a pro contract from Orbea Bikes and a $30,000 prize purse
In the market for a new, very capable all-round mountain bike? One of these five options might do the trick.
Ten of the world’s best amateur riders battle it out for a pro contract from Orbea Bikes and a $30,000 prize purse
Ten of the world’s best amateur riders battle it out for a pro contract from Orbea Bikes and a $30,000 prize purse