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BLAST FROM THE PAST: MBA’S WHEEL-WAR SHOOTOUT— 29″ vs. 27.5″ vs. 26″

What's The Right Wheel Size For You?

Nov 25, 2023

Shootout: Wheel Wars—29 vs 27.5 vs 26 This story first appeared in our March 2012 issue, when only a few companies were offering bikes with 27.5-inch (650b) wheels. At that time, the dilemma for most riders was to choose between bikes with…
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BOX TWO PRIME 9 MOUNTAIN BIKE DRIVETRAIN REVIEW

The value 1X mountain bike drivetrain.

Aug 23, 2023

Prime 9 is unique in that it retains the durability of a 3x9-speed with the simplicity of modern 1x drivetrains.
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TILT INDUSTRIES BALANCE TRAINER REVIEW: THE TRANSFORMER TRAINER

The perfect off-trail training tool?

Apr 12, 2023

If you want a well-built, all-in-one manual machine and work and bike storage stand, this is your only option, and it’s a pretty good one at that.
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BONTRAGER SE5 AND SE6 TEAM ISSUE TIRE REVIEW – ENDURO MEAT THAT MAKES THE GRADE

Bontrager’s elite enduro-focused tires reviewed.

Sep 20, 2024

Since they are obviously similar to Maxxis’ models, we had to do a direct comparison.
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RIPROW REVIEW: THE ULTIMATE AT-HOME PUMP-TRACK SIMULATOR

A great off-the-bike training tool

Apr 12, 2023

This would be an excellent addition to any rider’s home gym, especially if you’re looking for something to keep that magical “mountain bike kung fu” feeling sharp in the dead of winter.
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MBA Brake Shootout: Shimano SLX Vs. XTR

Here's a comparison of Shimano's SLX and XTR brakes from a couple of years ago

Mar 14, 2023

Battle of the Brakes
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BLAST FROM THE PAST: MBA’S WHEEL-WAR SHOOTOUT— 29″ vs. 27.5″ vs. 26″

What's The Right Wheel Size For You?

Jan 16, 2023

MBA’s TIRE SEALANT SHOOTOUT

See which sealants worked best in this test that we did a few years ago

Nov 15, 2022

Don't Leave Home Without Some
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Metal vs. Resin—Shimano Brake Pad Comparison

Choosing modulation over sheer power

Sep 25, 2022

Mush Is For Oatmeal, Not for Brakes
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PRODUCT REVIEW: ROCKYMOUNTS MONORAIL 2 BIKE RACK

Apr 14, 2022

The bike rack that you will love to use
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PRODUCT REVIEW: FIZIK GRAVITA TENSOR SHOES

Mar 31, 2022

These shoes are burly enough to handle rough tracks, yet their performance-first design provides efficiency for everyday trail rides.
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THROWBACK // MOUNTAIN BIKING 23 YEARS AGO // TRICK BIKES & TOP RIDERS

Mar 30, 2022

Looking bike at John Tomac, the Klein Mantra, the Gary Fisher Joshua frame, Cadel Evans and more
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PRODUCT REVIEW: ENVE ALLOY MOUNTAIN STEM

Mar 9, 2022

Enve’s goal for the new alloy Mountain stem was to utilize the design of its existing M Series carbon stems, but offer them at less than half the price.
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Mountain Bike Action Product Test: Sidi Dominator 10 MTB Shoe

Nov 24, 2021

Handmade versatility
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KIALANI HINES TAKES SECOND B.C. WIN AND NIELS BENSINK TAKES FIRST CRANKWORX WIN IN DAY TWO OF…

Riders say fast starts and sweet spot in sticky right hander key to success in RockShox Pump Track Challenge SilverStar

Oct 3, 2021

SILVERSTAR MOUNTAIN RESORT, BC, October 1, 2021 — Day Two of Crankworx B.C. racing at SilverStar Mountain Resort, with one competitor on a solid gold streak, and another earning his first Crankworx top of the box. Niels Bensink (NED)…
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PRODUCT TEST: BOX TWO PRIME 9 GROUPSET

Sep 2, 2021

Box Components might not be the first name on your list when looking for a new groupset, but Box Components has made some noteworthy innovations,...
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PRODUCT REVIEW: THE ALL-NEW FOX 34 FORK

Aug 29, 2021

Across the board, the new fork outperformed our expectations—from the added stiffness at the...
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CLIP-SHOE SHOOTOUT

Aug 7, 2021

10 Clipless Shoes Face-Off
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PRODUCT TEST: FLY RACING SUPER D JERSEY & RADIUM SHORTS

Aug 1, 2021

From motocross to mountain bikes, Fly Racing does it all!
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PRODUCT REVIEW: LEATT MTB. 4.0 ENDURO V21 HELMET

Jul 28, 2021

From bike parks to singletrack, one lid does it all
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GEAR-BAG MEGA-TEST

Jul 25, 2021

If You Don't Have One, You Need One!
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PRODUCT REVIEW: FIZIK GRAVITA TENSOR SHOES

Jul 19, 2021

The goal for the new Gravita line of shoes was to blend the form-fitting and lightweight feel of an XC shoe with the durability and walkability of a true gravity shoe. Well,...
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PRODUCT REVIEW: ENVE ALLOY MOUNTAIN STEM

Jul 15, 2021

Enve is well-regarded as a top-level composite engineering company, but what most don’t know is...
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Product Review: Bike Ahead Biturbo RS Wheels

Jul 9, 2021

A new level of construction is here
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Product Review: Sena M1 & M1 Evo Smart MTB Helmets

Jun 27, 2021

All things considered, Sena’s M1 helmet is a solid option for riders for whom communication is a priority. Meanwhile,...
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Product Review: Somewear Global Hotspot

With 100-percent global satellite coverage, this small device is designed to be an asset for every adventure.

Jun 5, 2021

The Somewear Global Hotspot gives any smartphone the ability to keep working when cellular service is out of reach.
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Product Review: Apidura Backcountry Packs

Each pack has a little something different about it that makes it unique

Jun 2, 2021

Whether you are the type of rider who goes out for a quick ride in the mountains or you have plans to spend a few nights under the stars, it’s difficult to find a flaw in these versatile, high-quality...
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product test

What's The Right Wheel Size For You?

The value 1X mountain bike drivetrain.

The perfect off-trail training tool?

Bontrager’s elite enduro-focused tires reviewed.

A great off-the-bike training tool

Here's a comparison of Shimano's SLX and XTR brakes from a couple of years ago

What's The Right Wheel Size For You?

See which sealants worked best in this test that we did a few years ago

Choosing modulation over sheer power

Riders say fast starts and sweet spot in sticky right hander key to success in RockShox Pump Track Challenge SilverStar

With 100-percent global satellite coverage, this small device is designed to be an asset for every adventure.

Each pack has a little something different about it that makes it unique

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