"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I recommend the Ripley to riders who want a bike that climbs incredibly well but still feels confident when the trail turns technical. The DW-Link suspension keeps it efficient on long ascents, and the updated...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden previous versions of this shoe for years, and this update is the best yet. It pedals efficiently, feels secure on rough descents, and the cleat setback really helps with stability when things get...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden the Soloist as my do-it-all race bike, and it really hits that sweet spot between lightweight climbing efficiency and aero speed. It feels sharp and precise on descents, and the threaded T47 bottom...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Fox Union BOA Flat is my go-to for aggressive riding on flat pedals. The dual BOA® system lets me dial in the perfect fit, while the Ultratac™ rubber outsole grips pedals like glue. The stiffened midsole...
"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: “I’ve spent time on the Shuttle SL Ride and it’s one of the most natural-feeling e-bikes I’ve ridden. The Fazua Ride 60 system adds just enough power to keep rides playful without muting trail feedback,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been riding in the Union Flat all season—they’re stiff enough for power transfer but still comfortable off the bike. The grip is next-level with my flat pedals, and they’ve taken a few rock hits without...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I like the Caledonia Rival AXS for riders who want wireless electronic shifting without jumping to the top-tier price point. Rival AXS is smooth and reliable under load, and the 48/35T with a 10-36T cassette...
"The Cervelo Soloist Rival AXS arrives with Reserve 40/44 wheels and Vittoria Corsa N. EXT tubeless tires already set up to run tubeless, so the performance is there from the first ride. The asymmetric wheel pairing puts a shallower profile up front and...
The Specialized Recon 1. 0 Mountain Bike Shoe is a lightweight performance cycling shoe with a dirt-focused design and off-bike capability. The durable synthetic upper stands up to repeated abuse from rocks and bushes, and the triple hook-and-loop strap...
"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 we are racing or just putting in the miles on the weekend, the Specialized Recon 3. 0 Mountain Bike Shoes are some of our favorites due to their premium construction. The XPEL mesh upper and TPU coating ensure a durable and breathable shoe that...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The MX239 Gravel is everything I need for long days on mixed terrain. The leather upper molds to my foot over time, while the dual BOA® dials allow for micro-adjustments, so I get a perfect fit. The lightweight...
"Patagonia's Nether Bike Liner Short aspires for a minimalist, ""barely there"" feel with a low-bulk chamois and ultralight, ultra-breathable fabrication. Despite its low bulk, the Nether's chamois provides high-density padding to provide suitable cushioning...
The Shimano RX801 Wide takes all the best features from Shimano’s high-end road and mountain shoes and pulls them into a super light gravel racing shoe made to push the pace. The RX801 Wide features Shimano’s a super stiff carbon composite sole to...
"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...
The Garmin Edge 840 Solar Bike Computer brings all of the features we love about the Edge 840 with the unique addition of solar charging. When charging in direct sunlight, our battery will last up to 60 hours, adding up to 25 minutes per hour while in...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The MX239 Gravel is everything I need for long days on mixed terrain. The leather upper molds to my foot over time, while the dual BOA® dials allow for micro-adjustments, so I get a perfect fit. The lightweight...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The S-Works Recon is my go-to for race day and hard XC efforts. The carbon sole is insanely stiff, and the Dyneema upper fits like it’s molded to my foot. I love how dialed the BOA system feels, and it’s just...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The MX239 Gravel is everything I need for long days on mixed terrain. The leather upper molds to my foot over time, while the dual BOA® dials allow for micro-adjustments, so I get a perfect fit. The lightweight...
From flow trails to rocky, technical chutes, the Pivot Switchblade is the Swiss Army Knife of bikes perfectly suited to excel on most trails. With 142mm of DW-Link suspension travel, the Switchblade lands in that gray area between an enduro bike and an...
When we sneak in a ride before meeting friends we opt for the Fox Racing Union Canvas Mountain Bike Shoe. These versatile kicks effortless go from pedal to pub floor thanks to a breathable canvas upper, comfortable EVA midsole, and specifically engineered...
While we might not wake up with a pep in our step, we are certainly shocked into awareness with a cup of coffee and the slap of chilly winter air on our faces. But, we're not uncomfortable from the cold thanks to the Core Bike Subz Wind Bib Tight from...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Fox Racing Union BOA is the trail shoe I recommend when someone wants genuine performance without giving up walkability. The dual BOA Li2 system dials in fit across two zones independently so the shoe stays...
The Expedition Mountain Bike Shoe is an ideal choice for all-day comfort whether we're headed out for a cross-country loop or a long gravel grinder. The perforated synthetic leather upper allows our feet to breathe throughout the entire ride while the...