Whether we are just cruising the connector trails or seeking out aggressive lines, the Ibis Ripley has long been one of our favorite trail bikes. This year, it received an array of updates to take its capability, as well as its sizing and fitment, to...
The Shimano RX801 pulls the best features from Shimano’s high-end road and mountain line into a featherweight gravel racing shoe made to go fast. Featuring the stiffest carbon composite sole in Shimano’s gravel lineup, every pedal stroke is enhanced...
Speed and control on the bike begin at the pedals, and the Fox Racing Union BOA Mountain Bike Shoe creates the perfect blend of performance, comfort, and fit to ensure a rock-solid connection to our pedals. Featuring Fox Racing's Ultratrac rubber outsole...
The Shimano RX801 pulls the best features from Shimano’s high-end road and mountain line into a featherweight gravel racing shoe made to go fast. Featuring the stiffest carbon composite sole in Shimano’s gravel lineup, every pedal stroke is enhanced...
The Specialized Rime Flat Mountain Bike Shoe is our top choice for big rides that traverse multiple vegetation zones, requiring ambitions hike-a-biking to reach the far-off, rarely-touched lines that we seek. These flat pedal shoes are equal part approach...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""The SB120 C2 GX Eagle is a blast to ride. It's incredibly efficient on climbs, but when the trail turns downhill, the 120mm of Switch Infinity suspension keeps things smooth and composed. The Fox Performance suspension...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden the Trailcat SL on everything from long climbs to chunky descents, and it’s one of the most balanced trail bikes I’ve tried. The 120mm dw-link rear suspension makes pedaling feel efficient without...
From the bike park to the enduro course, we need a shoe that delivers uncompromising grip and all-day comfort. The seamless upper features a lace and powerstrap closure to give us a precise, personal fit and a molded toe cap to help defend our toes from...
Yeti went full race mode with the newest bike to their lineup, sparking innovation with a tried and true platform to bring us a thoroughbred race machine. The Yeti ASR is a short-travel, cross-country race bike that was designed to be the lightest and...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I built up the Ripley AF frame as my go-to trail rig. It’s snappy, climbs efficiently, and feels incredibly stable on flow trails and techy sections. The DW-Link is what really sets it apart—it keeps traction...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I was surprised how capable the Ripley AF is—super playful and responsive on tight singletrack, but still holds its own on steeper lines. The Deore drivetrain is bombproof, and the DW-Link suspension keeps...
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...
The RX6 Mountain Bike Shoe balances stiffness and walkability for optimized performance in gravel, cross-country, and trail riding. It features a reinforced carbon sole and an outsole pattern with TPU lugs, providing you with a comfortable, race-ready...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""The SB120 C2 GX Eagle is a blast to ride. It's incredibly efficient on climbs, but when the trail turns downhill, the 120mm of Switch Infinity suspension keeps things smooth and composed. The Fox Performance suspension...
"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...
The Shimano RX600 Wide is a race-oriented gravel shoe that strikes just the right balance between comfort and performance. The carbon-reinforced composite sole offers all-day pedaling performance without sacrificing walkability off the bike. TPU lugs...
Whether our adventures take us off-road, through the city, or completely off the bike, the Mavic Cosmic Boa SPD Mountain Bike Shoe is the perfect choice. The synthetic leather upper is durable and breathable, and the memory foam insole cushions our feet...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden the SB120 on everything from punchy desert singletrack to long alpine loops, and it keeps surprising me. The Switch Infinity V2 platform makes the rear end feel incredibly composed, especially when...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been riding the Traction Shorts all season and they’ve quickly become a favorite. The fabric is light but surprisingly tough, and the vents keep me from overheating on long climbs. I also appreciate...
"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...
The robust ripstop material and the clean look make these new shorts a versatile item for biking and outdoors. The high, elastic waistband ensures high wearing comfort. Two side zip pockets, circular Maloja logo on the left leg.
We're putting on the Northwave Genetix Plus 2 Mountain Bike Shoe for our first foray into clipless mountain biking. After throwing on our favorite pair of 2-bolt pedals and cleats, these shoes fit firmly to our feet with their dial and hook-and-loop closure....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been riding the GF800 on my enduro rig all season, and the grip and control on flat pedals are unreal. The BOA dial makes fit adjustments on the trail quick and precise, and the TORBAL 2. 0 midsole keeps...
"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:""This bike is an incredible value for riders looking to dominate technical trails without breaking the bank. The SRAM GX Transmission drivetrain shifts reliably and gives me a wide range of gears for climbs and descents,...