Mountain Biking
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On a riding trip in the north woods this summer, Salsa showed off deft new redesigns of its venerable Spearfish and Horsethief models
In an already fast and remarkable year at the Leadville 100 mountain bike race, Matt Dewitt made history as the first double amputee finisher
The Idaho-based optics company seeks to redefine the mountain bike helmet market with its Forefront all-mountain lid
Kitsbow is bringing bespoke-quality apparel to the dirt bike crowd. But how much are mountain bikers willing to spend?
The MX Divide was probably one of the most highly anticipated bikes of 2012. But does it live up to expectations?
The high-flying slopestyle star shares where his tricks come from and how he gets ready to face the competition
Coloradoan rider Jeremy Horgan-Kobelski is going for his fifth straight cross-country title at this year’s GoPro Mountain Games. So why is he eyeing a move to a new discipline?
Aaron Gwin, two-time World Cup overall champion, on the finer points of going down
We sit down with the three-time mountain bike 4-Cross world champ and BMX Olympic medalist
Two filmmakers aim to bring mountain biking to kids—and theaters—across the country
A conversation with Dr. Stacy Sims, endurance runner, Ironman triathlete, and pro-elite road racer who has been studying the science of performance and nutrition for two decades
I’d like to do more biking on dirt roads in the countryside, but my road bike just can’t hack it. I’ve been hearing about new “gravel” bikes. What’s the deal?
Originally created for epic winter races like the Iditabike, fat bikes lately have gotten as big as … well, their oversize tires. In addition to dedicated snow events—and the list of those is ballooning—we’ve seen these beefy bad boys at 24-hour races, on tour in the desert, and, most recently, at the Leadville 100.
Tens of thousands of people are hurt while riding their bikes every year in the United States alone. Follow these 10 basic guidelines to make sure you avoid injury and stay safe.
Tips for surviving seven of the world's deadliest adventures
ϳԹ reviews the best gear from Interbike 2012, the largest bicycle trade show in North America, including the Scott Genius 700.
Whitewater on Maine's Kennebec River, single-track in Vermont—these are the Northeast's best-kept adventure secrets
You asked for affordable rides, we listened. Aaron Gulley reviews the best mountain bikes for value-minded buyers.
From paddling to biking to hiking, here are the top spots from Nova Scotia to the Northwest Territories
The stablest country in the Middle East also makes for the most action-packed getaway
In the foothills of the southern Sierra Nevada lies a huge stash of obscure singletrack. David Page learns some humility (and the value of a modern bike) on a ride with the trails' developers.
There are dozens of hydration packs out there. Which ones are best for specific activities, such as mountain biking, running marathons, or a weekend hike?
I bike a lot. Between my sweat and the sun, I wonder—how long does a helmet last? Is there something I can do to extend its life? If it is time for a new lid, what do I buy?
Forget the necktie. He doesn’t need another one. Want to let dad know you care? This year, send him on one of these adventures. Don’t have a dad—or don’t care for the one you’ve got? Send yourself.
Irmiger talks about the gender divide in mountain biking and the challenges of making it big
Summer is the season to embrace the sunlight, celebrate, and make a few hundred new friends
Geology professor at Prescott College; winner of the 2011 Tour Divide, a 2,700-mile self-supported mountain-bike race along the Continental Divide
Ignore what you've been told: Summer is the time to try something new
Make the most of the warmer months with these weekend itineraries
Aydin Irmak knows his goal—to carry his beloved single speed to the summit—is highly improbable. Everyone at Base Camp has already told him as much. But the 46-year-old Turkish New Yorker refuses to call it quits.
A multimedia guide to seven of North America’s best adventure destinations—featuring Duct Tape Then Beer’s new videos series
From hidden fishing rivers in Chile to mountain biking in Whistler, our guide shows you where to go and the gear you'll need to take your adventures to the next level.
If there’s one bike tour that’s a must-do, it’s this Colorado cruise: snowcapped peaks, open valleys, and winding blacktop through the Rocky Mountains. The best part? You don’t need to be an endurance freak to finish.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Surly Pugsley bike.
After competing in more than two dozen adventure races, Stephen Regenold breaks down his go-to outdoor gear
Despite a stellar record of spending cuts, job creation, and balanced budgets—and a world-class adventure résumé that includes an Everest summit—former New Mexico governor Gary Johnson can't get anyone to take his campaign for president seriously. Is it him or us?
Design and Technology Special: The world's most streamlined and innovative new gear, gadgets, tools and toys, including the Surly Pugsley mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Crank Brothers Eggbeater 11 Pedals.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Barrier Lite Jacket.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Five Ten Karver Shoes.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized S-Works Epic 29ER mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Giant Cypher 1.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Tomac Supermatic 120 mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized Tactic Helmet.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Spot Rocker SS mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Darn Tough Quarter Sock Cushion Socks.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Yeti 575 Enduro mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the DZ Nuts Bliss Cream.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Salsa Spearfish mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi Veer Shorts.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Scott Genius LT 20 mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Pearl Izumi Impact Gloves.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Giro XAR Helmet.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Assos T FI. 13_S5 Bibs.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Club Ride Go Long Jersey.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Ergon GX2 Leichtbau Carbon Grips.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Shimano XTR PD-M985 Pedals.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized S-Works Prevail Helmet.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the CamelBak Charge 450 Pack.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Sidi Spider Shoes.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Jett Raptor Shorts.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the WTB Nano Tires.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized S-Works MTB Shoes.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Enve Mountain XC Carbon Wheels.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Giro LX LF Gloves.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Specialized Women's Trail Top.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Michelin WildRace'R Advanced Tires.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Adidas Adilibria Shield S Sunglasses.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Trek Top Fuel 9.7 mountain bike.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Garmin Edge 800 GPS bike computer.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Dakine Girls Amp 8L Pack.
What is the best casual, but functional, mountain biking pant? I'm looking for something breathable, high-backed, durable, and not fully waterproof. In other words, something I can ride in Moab, then pull on a clean T-shirt and sit down for a served dinner. Eric San Diego, CA