Mountain Biking Reviews
We tested the top picks from Specialized, Yeti, Trek, Ibis, Santa Cruz, Canyon, Yakima and Giant.
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When you’re spending time out on the trail, having the right gear can be the difference between an epic ride or a miserable slog. Whether you’re searching for a new mountain bike, the accessories to complete your riding kit, or a bike rack to get you to and from the trailhead, we’ve got the dirt. From safety gear like half shells, full face helmets and knee pads to shoes (for men and women), and components like tires and dropper seatposts, our unbiased reviews will help you find what you need to make your next ride a memorable one.
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Best Bike Gear of 2023
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10 Best Mountain Bikes of 2023
We're always searching for the best new mountain bikes. After researching the latest and greatest models on the...
Best Trail Mountain Bikes of 2023
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 2023
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 Budget Mountain Bikes
Looking for an affordable mountain bike? After researching the best budget-friendly models we selected 5 of the most...
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
Are you looking for a new gravel bike? After researching the top options on the market, we bought 8 models for this...
The Best Bike Racks of 2023
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 2023
We researched the best tailgate pads on the market prior to purchasing six of the most intriguing options for testing...
Best Mountain Bike Helmets of 2023
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 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...
10 Best Bike Helmets
We're always looking for the best bike helmets to fuel our rides. We tested hundreds of models this year and these are...
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 2023
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 2023
Looking for the best clipless mountain bike shoes to suit your riding style and budget? We researched the top models...
Best Mountain Bike Pedals of 2023
We rode the best mountain bike pedals side-by-side to help you find the best. This review focuses on clipless and...
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
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 2023
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
Searching for a new set of flat pedals for your mountain bike? We researched the top models on the market before...
Best Mountain Bike Shorts of 2023
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 2023
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 Travel Case
We spent countless hours researching the best bike travel cases on the market. After extensive research, we bought...
Best Mountain Bike Saddle
Are you looking for the best mountain bike saddle you can buy? We researched over 50 models before choosing a...
Best Bike Phone Mount of 2023
Our extensive testing of bike phone mounts turned up some expensive high performers (no surprise) but also (nice...
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 Mountain Bike Handlebars
Upgrading your mountain bike handlebar can enhance your comfort and improve your bike's performance on the trail, so...
Best Dropper Post of 2023
Do you want the best dropper seatpost for your mountain bike? We researched the best models on the market before...
Best Mountain Bike Hip Pack of 2023
Are you searching for the best mountain bike hip pack? We tested ten of the most intriguing packs on the market...
Best Mountain Bike Gloves of 2023
Looking for the best new pair of mountain bike gloves? After researching over 50 models, our team selected 14 to test...
Best Mountain Bike Knee Pads of 2023
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Giro Latch Review
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How to Select the Right Mountain Bike
Every year we research hundreds of mountain bikes and ride thousands of miles to test dozens of them head-to-head...
Choosing the Right Bike Rack for Your Car
With loads of options available, selecting a bike rack can be a daunting task. We have done the work for you, by...
How to Choose a Mountain Bike Helmet
How do you choose a mountain biking helmet? There's a different type of helmet for every type of riding, with many...
How to Choose a Gravel Bike
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How to Choose Mountain Bike Tires
Except during the unfortunate event of a crash, your tires are the ONLY part of your bike that actually touch the...
How to Choose Mountain Bike Shorts for Men
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