When we are looking to upgrade our performance on the bike, having a quality set of mountain bike shoes goes a long way. The Giro Empire SRC Mountain Bike Shoe is one of our favorite mountain bike clipless shoes due to its lightweight design, ergonomic...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This shoe hits the sweet spot for trail riding—stiff enough to power up climbs, but walkable when the hike-a-bike hits. The fit is snug, the BOA is quick, and they’ve held up to serious use.""For big trail...
If you're looking for a pair of shorts you could wear before, during, and after trail riding without having to bring a change of clothes, pick up the Dirt Craft Bike Shorts. Built with a two-layer design, the shell is cut slimmer than your standard mountain...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve built up a Ripmo AF frame as my do-everything rig—park days, backcountry epics, and mellow trail rides. The aluminum frame is super tough, and the DW-Link climbs so much better than I expected from a...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This vest has become an essential part of my layering system for rides. It’s lightweight and packs down easily, but it still blocks wind and sheds light rain when the weather takes a turn. The breathable design...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Gritter on a mixed-surface ride with everything from buffed singletrack to chunky gravel roads, and they felt dialed. The fit is comfortable but secure, and the outsole grips well when I’m off the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve never felt more planted coming into a chunky rock garden than I do in the GE900HS. The BOA fit system keeps my foot totally locked in, and the stiffened midsole gives just enough platform for efficient...
While finding our flow on the pump track, the Momentum Bike Short offers the four-way stretch we need to stay nimble and dialed while being burly enough to hold up for the overgrown sections of trail. We dig their clean-cut look for everyday wear while...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""This bike is made for technical trails. The dw-link suspension ensures I get the most efficient pedaling on climbs, while the Fox Factory Float X shock and 36 fork handle rough descents with ease. The SRAM X0 Transmission...
When the trails are calling we slip on the SHREDLY Mountain Bike Glove and start pedaling. These lightweight gloves slip right on so that the lightweight mesh can pull moisture off of our hands and keep us comfortable on even the hottest days.
Innovative and convenient, the Thule Revert 6-Bike Hitch Rack helps us carry the whole crew's bikes from home to trailhead with a hassle-free design. This vertical rack assists with raising and tilting the bike rack away from the rear of the vehicle when...
Back and better than ever, the Ibis Ripmo has been redesigned with new features that will surely be a hit. With a boost in rear travel, new frame features, and size-specific geometry updates, the new Ripmo gets all the modern updates we saw in the HD6...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This polish is my secret weapon for keeping my bike looking like new. It’s easy to apply and brings out a brilliant shine while leaving behind a protective layer to repel dust. I also love that it’s non-toxic...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Gritter on a mixed-surface ride with everything from buffed singletrack to chunky gravel roads, and they felt dialed. The fit is comfortable but secure, and the outsole grips well when I’m off the...
Whether you bike for fun, exercise, or performance, your footgear should help keep you at your best. Our Bike Zero Cushion Low Ankle socks are built with the 4 Degree™ elite fit system for a spot-on fit, specific mesh zones for breathability, a...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I swapped out my old grips for the Planet Bike Trippy Grips, and I’m not going back. The wrapped design feels secure and cushy—kind of like holding a tennis racket. They stay tacky when wet, which is a huge...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Gritter on a mixed-surface ride with everything from buffed singletrack to chunky gravel roads, and they felt dialed. The fit is comfortable but secure, and the outsole grips well when I’m off the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve never felt more planted coming into a chunky rock garden than I do in the GE900HS. The BOA fit system keeps my foot totally locked in, and the stiffened midsole gives just enough platform for efficient...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""The Ibis DV9 is the perfect all-rounder for riders looking to conquer trails, race cross-country, and even hit the pump track. Its modern geometry, lightweight carbon frame, and ability to run 2. 6-inch tires make...
They say a sleeper car hides powerful performance under an unassuming exterior, as if your grandma's old sedan conceals spirited strength beneath the hood. One moment it rolls up gingerly to a red light, and the next it flies off the line in a burst of...
Built to keep us riding at full speed without sacrificing comfort, the Pinarello X1 105 Road Bike features unique geometry and high-quality materials to keep us focused on the road ahead. The Endurance+ geometry features a compact reach and a high stack,...
The Mavic Crossmax Boa Mountain Bike Shoe is stocked with performance and comfort features for cross-country riding. The synthetic leather upper is durable and breathable, and the memory foam insole cushions our feet for comfort on long rides. The fiberglass...
Shredding cross-country trails is a favorite pastime in the Backcountry offices, and the XC1 Mountain Bike Shoe by Shimano offers up the perfect pedaling platform. Shimano designed the shoe with durability in mind, along with power transfer so no watts...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying: ""If you're looking for a bike that climbs like a rocket and descends with precision, the ASR TE3 is it. The TURQ carbon frame keeps things light and stiff, while the RockShox SID Ultimate fork and SIDLuxe shock...
Equipped with key updates for 2024, the Ibis Ripley is back and the best to date. Now sporting 130mm of DW-Link suspension and paired with a 140mm fork, the Ripley ramps up its travel numbers for more capability while still maintaining the efficient...