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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Bikes are one of those things you need to get right, and it's a crowded market. What are the best mountain bikes? Best bike rack? Safest helmet? Which is the best electric bike that can go the furthest on a charge? These are questions, and we've got answers. Our expansive line-up of bike reviews are born from hundreds of miles logged on top bike seats on all varieties of trails and tires. The result is the best collection of side-by-side biking reviews you can find on the web. Period.
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Best Bike Gear of 2022
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10 Best Electric Bikes of 2022
No matter what style of riding you prefer, there is certainly an e-bike for you. After testing dozens of the best...
10 Best Mountain Bikes of 2022
We're always searching for the best new mountain bikes. After researching the latest and greatest models on the...
Best Trail Mountain Bikes of 2022
In the market for a new mountain bike for trail riding? After researching the best models on the market, we bought the...
Best Hardtail Mountain Bike of 2022
We conducted a mind-numbing amount of research to identify the most compelling hardtail mountain bikes available...
Best Mountain Bikes Under $3000
Are you looking for a new mountain bike that costs $3000 or less? We researched the best budget-friendly...
Best Electric Commuter Bikes of 2022
In the market for the best new electric commuter bike? We researched the best moderately priced options on the market...
Best Budget Mountain Bikes of 2022
Looking for an affordable mountain bike? After researching the best budget-friendly models we selected 5 of the most...
Best Fat Bike of 2022
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 of 2022
Are you looking for a new gravel bike? After researching the top options on the market, we bought 7 models for this...
Best Folding Electric Bikes of 2022
Looking for a folding electric bike to get around, save space, and enhance portability? We spent weeks testing the...
Best Budget Electric Bikes of 2022
After researching the most popular models on the market, we bought thirteen of the best for side-by-side testing. We...
Best Electric Mountain Bikes of 2022
We put six of the best electric mountain bikes to the test, riding them side-by-side to find the best in our detailed...
Best Bike Locks of 2022
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 2022
Are you in need of a new rack to transport your beloved bicycles? We spent years researching the most compelling bike...
Best Tailgate Pad of 2022
We researched the best tailgate pads on the market prior to purchasing six of the most intriguing options for testing...
Best Bike Trailers of 2022
Looking for more fun outdoor adventures with the kids? We tested 10 of the most popular bike trailers on the market to...
Best Bike Cargo Trailer of 2022
Planning to take an overnight trip by bike or just hoping to lessen your impact by commuting to the grocery store via...
Best Bike Panniers of 2022
We bought and tested 14 of the best bike panniers on today's market to help you determine which model is right for...
Best Exercise Bikes of 2022
We bought nine of the best exercise bikes on the market for side-by-side testing and comparison. Over months of...
Best Budget Exercise Bikes of 2022
In the market for the best new exercise bike? After researching the best reasonably priced models, we bought nine to...
Best Bike Trainers of 2022
Looking for the best bike trainer available today? We bought the top trainers available today and put them to the...
Best Mountain Bike Helmets of 2022
Searching for a new mountain bike helmet? We researched the top models on the market and then picked 22 to test and...
Best Full Face Bike Helmet of 2022
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 Helmet of 2022
After testing the top bike helmets on the market, we evaluated comfort, weight, ventilation, durability, all-around...
10 Best Bike Helmets of 2022
We're always looking for the best bike helmets to fuel our rides. We tested hundreds of models this year and these are...
Best Budget Bike Helmet of 2022
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Best Mountain Bike Tires
Mountain bike tires have the ability to make or break the most dialed bicycle. We researched nearly every tire on the...
Best Mountain Bike Wheels of 2022
On the hunt for a new set of mountain bike wheels to upgrade the performance of your mountain bike? We researched the...
Best Mountain Bike Shoes of 2022
Looking for the best clipless mountain bike shoes to suit your riding style and budget? We researched the top models...
Best Mountain Bike Shoes for Women of 2022
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Best Mountain Bike Pedals of 2022
We rode the best mountain bike pedals side-by-side to help you find the best. This review focuses on clipless and...
Best Sport Sunglasses of 2022
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Best Cycling Sunglasses of 2022
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 2022
There are lots of mountain bike flat shoes on the market. We bought 12 of the most intriguing options to put through...
Best Mountain Bike Flat Pedal Shoes For Women of 2022
After researching the top-ranked and newest models of mountain bike flat pedal shoes on the market, we purchased 12...
Best Flat Pedals for Mountain Biking of 2022
Searching for a new set of flat pedals for your mountain bike? We researched the top models on the market before...
Best Road Bike Shoes of 2022
For our latest round-up, we made sure to get at 10 or 12 hours on the bike in our shoes. We selected 13 of the best...
Best Mountain Bike Shorts of 2022
Sorting mountain bike apparel can be as technical as picking through a rock garden. Our mountain bike experts tested...
Best Mountain Bike Shorts for Women of 2022
Women's mountain bike shorts are better than ever! We purchased the best to test them back-to-back on all of our...
Best Bike Shorts and Bibs of 2022
We were out on the road and inside on the trainer for weeks working on our latest review. We added 5 new models to our...
Best Bike Shorts for Women of 2022
What's the difference between a good ride and a bad one? Don't let it be your pair of cycling shorts. To find the...
Best Mountain Bike Saddle of 2022
Are you looking for the best mountain bike saddle you can buy? We researched over 50 models before choosing a...
Best Bike Saddle of 2022
After spending countless hours grinding away the miles in the top road bike saddles on the market, we identified the...
Best Bike Seat of 2022
We read up on the 30 best bike seats available from a wide range of disciplines before buying 8 of the best to test...
Best Bike Multi-Tool of 2022
Searching for the best multi-tool for biking? In an effort to help, we researched the top models on the market and...
Best Bike Storage System of 2022
Searching for a way to store your bikes at home or in the garage? We purchased 11 of the best bike storage models to...
Best Bike Phone Mount of 2022
Our extensive testing of bike phone mounts turned up some expensive high performers (no surprise) but also (nice...
Best Bike Computer of 2022
Looking for the best bike computer on the market? We tested the most compelling cycling computers available today to...
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 2022
When you find yourself way out in the boondocks with a flat, the right mini or frame pump will save the day. We tested...
Best Bike Pump of 2022
A good bike pump will minimize hassle and effort while ensuring your tires provide the best ride possible. Keep...
Best Bike Work Stand of 2022
Whether you're an avid rider or an aspiring home mechanic, a quality bike work stand is an essential piece of...
Best Mountain Bike Knee Pads of 2022
Are you overwhelmed by the amount of mountain bike knee pads on the market? We purchased 18 of the most compelling...
Best Mountain Bike Gloves of 2022
Looking for the best new pair of mountain bike gloves? After researching over 50 models, our team selected 14 to test...
Best Mountain Bike Handlebars of 2022
Upgrading your mountain bike handlebar can enhance your comfort and improve your bike's performance on the trail, so...
Best Mountain Bike Hip Pack of 2022
Are you searching for the best mountain bike hip pack? We tested ten of the most intriguing packs on the market...
Best Dropper Post of 2022
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How to Choose Mountain Bike Tires
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How to Choose a Bike Cargo Trailer
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