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Discover Alchemy Ride Experience (DARE) Offers Unique Way to Take Delivery of An Arktos
Alchemy Bikes has updated their 2022 Arktos lineup and we’ve had the pleasure of spending some time onboard the bike in a few configurations. If you’ve got a question before we post the full review feel free to reach out! … Continue reading
Enduro World Series #2 Petzen-Jamnica
Enduro World Series (June 19, 2022)- It may only have been the second Enduro World Series (EWS) of the year, but Petzen-Jamnica may well be in the running for one of the toughest of the season. The five stage, 40km … Continue reading
Johansson and Höll star at thrilling Innsbruck opener at Crankworx
For the first time in three years, Crankworx welcomed back fans in full capacity at the Innsbruck stop of the 2022 Crankworx World Tour with Sweden’s Emil Johansson and home favourite Vali Höll wrapping up wins to fuel the loud crowds. Here is all you need to know: Continue reading
Transition Bikes eMTB – The Relay
The Relay is the materialization of our goal to have a mountain bike and an ebike in a single product. It is a bike that can provide both experiences without compromise. The frame allows for 160 and 170mm travel, is compatible with dual 29 or mixed wheels, utilizes our renowned SBG geometry, and is equipped with the impressive Fazua Ride 60 system. Continue reading
Giro Insurgent Spherical Full Face Helmet
(June 14, 2022 – Scotts Valley, CA) Giro Sport Design, the cycling world’s design leader, today announced the release of Insurgent Spherical, built to deliver the protection that top riders demand as they redefine what is possible in progressive mountain biking. Continue reading
Marzocchi Bomber Air Shock
MARZOCCHI BOMBER AIR SLIGHTLY OFF FOR THE SLIGHTLY OFF June 13th, 2022: Available in a huge range of sizes, the new Marzocchi Bomber Air is a DH-rated shock featuring a purpose-built asymmetric reservoir, allowing for better frame fitment and compression … Continue reading
Erk Fedko – Get Me Started YT Tues Video
As a build-up to the first Crankworx event of the season, Erik explores the riding spots near his hometown in Germany, and travels south towards the end destination of Innsbruck, Austria. Along the way Erik sends forest freeride lines aboard the Tues, whilst flowing trails at multiple jump spots. Continue reading
USA Cycling Names 2022 National Team
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The USA Cycling National Team exists to recognize and support cyclists who represent the United States of America at the highest level of the sport. It is a group of top Junior, U23, and Elite athletes who strive for international results across several cycling disciplines: BMX Freestyle, BMX Racing, Cyclocross, Mountain Bike Cross-Country, Mountain Bike Downhill, Road, Track Endurance, and Track Sprint. Continue reading
Schaldming GoPro POV With Tracey Hannah & Kye A’Hern
he UR Team had a quick trip to Schladming (the best track ever) before heading onwards to Leogang for this weekend’s World Cup. We took the chance for a Gopro lap with Kye chasing down Tracey. Continue reading
NEW OneUp Handlebar Carbon E-Bar – More Compliance. Less Fatigue
E-Bikes let you ride further for longer. But they’re also heavier and more physically demanding to ride. That makes reducing fatigue important. Our Carbon E-Bar is 20% more compliant than other carbon handlebars. That means more comfort and less fatigue on longer rides. Continue reading
Enduro World Series – Tweed Valley Video Highlights
The first round of the 2022 Enduro World Series (EWS) started off the season at Tweed Valley in Scotland. Continue reading
Enduro Bearings Launches Information-Packed Direct To Consumer Website
Oakland, California (June 1, 2022) — For the first time in its 25-plus years, Enduro Bearings full line of cycling products – a list that tops 1200 unique SKUs – will be available directly to consumers in the USA through an info-rich website which officially launches on June 1, 2022. Continue reading
Giro Launches Deed Flat Pedal Shoe
(June 1, 2022 – Scotts Valley, CA) Giro Sport Design, the cycling world’s design leader, today announced the release of the Deed shoe. The Deed is a brand new flat pedal mountain bike shoe designed with innovative MuteTM Foam midsole technology and a TackTM Rubber outer sole compound, which work together to reduce chatter, increase grip on the pedals, and ensure comfort all day long. Continue reading
U.S. National Downhill at Mountain Creek
The 2022 USA Cycling National Downhill series is short this year and round #2 kicks off this weekend at Mountain Creek Bike Park in Vernon, NJ. Continue reading
Norco Bicycles – Due South Video – South Africa
When presented with the opportunity to get away, Caro and Anita Gehrig made a break for it – as far south as possible. Continue reading
Tea & Biscuits 2 Trailer
Tea & Biscuits 2 is a very British international mountain bike film by Caldwell Visuals and Misspent Summers. Continue reading
Muc-Off Stealth Tubeless Air Tag
POOLE 13.05.2022, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Muc-Off, the global leaders in bicycle and motorcycle care and performance, is stoked to launch their latest bit of innovation: The Stealth Tubeless Tag Holder. Continue reading
Aaron Gwin – California House Tour
Aaron Gwin recently posted a tour of his California house that they’re selling and he decided to give everyone a tour before it’s gone. Continue reading
Red Bull Formation 2022 – Elite Women Freeriders Competition
taking part in this week’s third Red Bull Formation edition as they aim to push the boundaries of the sport over innovative lines in Utah. Continue reading
Ride Concepts – Hellion Clip First Look
Words / Photos: Jason Nixon Ride Concepts sent over a set of their Hellion Clip shoes for us to check out and inside we take you through a first look of their clipless shoe. The $150 Ride Concepts Hellion Clip … Continue reading
Race Face Aeffect R Pedal
The all-mountain focused Aeffect R pedal receives a boost with a 25% larger platform than Aeffect, 10 adjustable traction pins, and 6 anodized colours. Continue reading
Steve Smith – Devinci Wilson Modern Replica Build
To commemorate Stevie’s passing and to honour his legacy, we built this one of a kind modern replica of his 2013 race bike for the Stevie Smith Legacy Foundation. Continue reading
Ride Concepts Shoes, Bell , FOX 36 Updates, Shimano PRO Tools
More Sea Otter content featuring new products for 2022 and 2023 inside. Ride Concepts, Bell, FOX, and some Shimano PRO tools are highlighted. Continue reading
Alex and Ella McAndrew – Further On
Transition Team Riders, Alex & Ella McAndrew, shake off the winter cobwebs in their latest film “Further On” produced by Backroad Creative. Continue reading
YT Capra Core 2 Aluminum
When it comes to hard-hitting enduro mountain bikes riders can rely on YT Industries to offer the perfect machine for the job. The gravity experts have now introduced an additional aluminum option to the lineup of the legendary enduro mountain bike. The CAPRA Core 2 boasts the same frame details, geometry, and kinematic concept as the new generation of the carbon CAPRA that was released in 2021. Continue reading
CRANKWORX WORLD TOUR – CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA October 5-9th 2022
WHISTLER, B.C., April 27, 2022 – It’s been five years since Crankworx added a new stop to its World Tour (Innsbruck joined the party in 2017). Today, a new fourth stop was unveiled. Starting in 2022, the ultimate experience in mountain biking will have a new home in Cairns, Australia. Continue reading
DarkFEST 2022 Video Highlights
Stellenbosch, SA –25 April 2022 Darkfest has released a highlights video to contend with the greatest event edits of all time. Imma let you finish, but first, please strap your head into a full face and conduct the necessary safety checks before dropping into the: OFFICIAL DARKFEST HIGHLIGHTS Continue reading
RockyMounts GuideRail, Ryno Power Mana Bar, Yakima EXO OpenRange Cooktop
Check out the new RockyMounts GuideRail hitch rack, Ryno Power Mana Bar, Yakima’s new EXO OpenRange, StageTwo, HangTight, and more. Continue reading
Aaron Gwin – World Cup 2022 Lourdes, France VLOG
Aaron Gwin has a video up from the first World Cup stop in 2022 at Lourdes. Check it out. Continue reading