Biking Gear Reviews
We test the top bike gear from Specialized, Ibis, Santa Cruz, Rad Power, Juiced, Thule, Yakima, Giro, POC, and more
The two fastest bikes in our downhill tests are the Yeti SB5.5 and the Santa Cruz Nomad. Here the Nomad is shown handing out yet another incredible ride.
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Best Cargo Bikes of 2023
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Best Fat Bike of 2023
In the market for a fat bike and not sure which is the right model for you? We're here to help! We researched the best...
Best Gravel Bikes
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Best Folding Electric Bikes
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Best Electric Mountain Bikes of 2023
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Best Bike Locks of 2023
If you ride a bicycle for recreation, fitness, sanity, or transportation (or all), you need a bike lock. Given the...
The Best Bike Racks of 2023
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Best Tailgate Pad of 2023
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Best Bike Trailers of 2023
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Best Bike Cargo Trailer
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Best Bike Panniers
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Best Exercise Bikes
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Best Budget Exercise Bikes of 2023
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Best Bike Trainer of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Helmets of 2023
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Best Full Face Bike Helmet of 2023
Are you in the market for a full-face bike helmet? We tested 18 of the top models on the market. We put these helmets...
Best Road Bike Helmets of 2023
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10 Best Bike Helmets of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Tires
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Best Mountain Bike Wheels of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Shoes of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Shoes for Women of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Pedals of 2023
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Best Sport Sunglasses
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Best Cycling Sunglasses of 2023
In the market for a new pair of cycling sunglasses? We researched forty of the best sunglasses and bought 16 for...
Best Mountain Bike Flat Pedal Shoes of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Flat Pedal Shoes For Women of 2023
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Best Flat Pedals for Mountain Biking
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Best Road Bike Shoes of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Shorts of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Shorts for Women of 2023
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Best Bike Shorts and Bibs of 2023
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Best Bike Shorts for Women of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Saddle
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Best Bike Saddle of 2023
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Best Bike Seat of 2023
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Best Bike Multi-Tool of 2023
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Best Bike Storage System of 2023
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Best Bike Computer of 2023
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Best Bike Phone Mount of 2023
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Best Bike Light Review
There's great debate on exactly which is the very best bike light. So who stacks up against who? We combined extensive...
Best Frame Pump of 2023
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Best Bike Pumps of 2023
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Best Bike Work Stand of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Gloves of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Handlebars
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Best Mountain Bike Hip Pack of 2023
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Best Dropper Post of 2023
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Best Mountain Bike Knee Pads of 2023
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