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By: Zap You can probably visualize the stark horror of enduring such an episode. Imagine (if you possibly can) driving up to the window at your local Starbucks, ordering an iced peach green-tea lemonade and being told that due to a shortage of peach juice you’ll instead have to settle for a drink infused with […]
In the last few months we’ve noticed that Southern California’s Austin Dooley has started beating some of America’s top pros in downhill racing. He had been one of the top junior racers in the U.S. in the last few years, even making the U.S. Junior Men’s Downhill team for the UCI World Championships. Now he’s […]
As we looked back at the history of MBA, we decided to focus on some of the covers that graced the newsstand during the first five of our 35 years. More than any other cycling magazine, MBA has always taken the lead in testing and promoting the breakthrough technologies that would forever change the sport. […]
We’ve said it before and we will say it again: when it comes to riding, having the right tools can make or break your day. If you are anything like us, we want to get to the trails as soon as possible without forgetting any essential gear. While it is good practice to never leave […]
John Tomac By Zap Over the course of the nearly four decades that Hi-Torque Publications has been producing MBA, the magazine has seen a handful of editors at the controls. For the first official monthly issue (November 1986), former pro motocrosser Eddie Arnet was elected to steer the ship. When Eddie returned to his […]
While trail bikes reign supreme on many types of terrain, enduro bikes hold their own by offering similar versatility in a heavy-hitting package. With major improvements to enduro bikes being made every day, these downhill shredders retain a strong ability to climb back up the trails for round two. The ideal enduro bike is one […]
What are the best kind of tires to use on your mountain bike? We called on some top people in the mountain bike world and got their opinions. Brian Lopes Advice from a four-time world champion Tire choice can be a complicated topic if you are someone who is really looking for that perfect setup. Not […]
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,…
A number of brands are launching hardtail frames with trail bike geometry numbers and fork travel. So, what’s the advantage? Yes, a hardtail, not a full-suspension bike, can be a trail bike, folks. A hardtail can offer much more than just a fun time on the trail, and the Kobain is Devinci’s answer for the growing […]
Before Ned Overend, John Tomac or any other pioneer mountain bike racer whom the sport has popularized as the earliest superstar, there was Joe Murray. Like the two Hall of Fame racers who would eventually follow in his wheel tracks, Joe, too, was a quiet, unassuming guy who was simply capable of outriding his competitors. […]
Take a moment to flash back to 2009 when long-travel 29ers were almost nonexistent and exceedingly hard to find. One of the first brands to take on the challenge of producing such machines was Niner. When Niner’s WFO (Wide, Full Open) 9 was revealed to the public in 2009, it was presented with a plethora […]
She became the first rider in history to win the Elite World Championships in road, cyclocross and mountain biking in the same year.
Across the board, the new fork outperformed our expectations—from the added stiffness at the…
Owing to the radical aluminum frame with a unique split top tube design, the YDX-Moro is Yamaha’s head-turning fat-tire effort…
So far, the sport’s top stars are facing some tough challenges…
In her rookie year in the Elite class, 22-year-old American Haley Batten…
Tracer recently announced the release of their new Tracer 279 enduro bike. Be sure to keep an eye out for the test in an upcoming issue. In the meantime, here’s what Intense says about the bike: “The Tracer 279 has been in development for well over three years, with an early alloy prototype Tracer 279 […]
The Pro’s Closet has risen to become one of the top buyers and sellers of used bikes in America. We contacted them to see what tips they could share
Looking for a fun riding experience? Experience big mountain riding at its finest. The Mammoth Bike Park delivers the ultimate high-alpine riding experience for everyone. With 80+ miles of singletrack offering plenty of pavers, berms, jumps, and drops, as well as the park’s beginner-friendly Discovery Zone, there’s two-wheeled fun for all at the country’s premier […]
Riding Sonoma County trails aboard custom Revel bikes
If you have yet to give this amazing sport a try, or you’ve been looking for a reason to get back out and ride, we hope this provides you with all the inspiration you need
Creative innovations in components to keep riders pedaling
Eric Porter shares his tips for capturing the best behind-the-bar action
10 Clipless Shoes Face-Off
Your bike can open up a whole new realm of opportunities. It can inspire gratitude and appreciation, and it will always be there for you.
What’s So Good About These Bikes? Take A Look For Yourself!
If You Don’t Have One, You Need One!
Most important of all is that at the end of the day, your most important goal should be to simply enjoy the process and know that it’s all about…
Whether you find yourself training for an upcoming race or you are just meeting up with your buddies for a day out on the trails, Topeak has…
One could even say that Norton is becoming one of the best downhill riders in the world, as he’s now made two World Cup podiums.