What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “The Aries is hands-down the best helmet I’ve ever used—crazy light, super airy, and it disappears on your head. The MIPS Spherical setup gives you top-tier protection without that bulky feel, and it actually...
The Ripper Junior helmet is a performance mountain bike helmet made in a youth specific shell size especially engineered for smaller and more elastic heads with relatively higher volume and lower density EPS. This is a one-size (48-53cm) helmet with a...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I reach for this helmet when speed actually matters. It feels fast the moment you roll, stays cooler than most aero lids I’ve worn, and the Spherical Mips setup gives confidence without adding bulk on long,...
For comfort, protection, and crispy optics, we outfit our grom with Smith's Glide Jr. Mips Helmet + Snowday Goggles. The low-profile helmet doesn't strain their neck and features a plush lining to keep their ears cozy, along with eight fixed vents to...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""Whether you're commuting, tackling gravel trails, or hitting your local singletrack, this helmet offers the protection and comfort you need. The detachable peak is great for versatile use, and the 360° fit system...
What came first, the chicken or the egg? Or in the case of climbing, what comes first, moving your body or using your brain? Well, since we don't have the answer to that age-old question, the folks over at Mammut crafted up a temporary answer (so to speak):...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""When I want to go fast without overheating, this is the helmet I grab. The Aerocovers™ help early in the ride or on descents, and I pull them off for climbs to get airflow from the STACC vents. It’s super...
Leave protection up to Lazer with the Strada Kineticore Helmet for guarding our melon on our ride. It features highly breathable ventilation channels that keep us cool on our ride, and high-value performance in a lightweight and comfortable package. The...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is the bike you hand a kid when you want them to actually love riding. It's built like woom means it, light enough that a six-year-old can maneuver it confidently and spec'd so well it won't hold them back...
"The Instinct Powerplay SL Carbon 50 carries its motor low and its downtube slim, so the bike reads as a trail bike first and an E-bike second. The Dyname S4 Lite motor weighs 30 percent less than Rocky Mountain's previous Dyname system while still delivering...
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The Dirwin Pioneer Plus Fat Tire All-Terrain Electric Bike delivers quality and performance at an incredible price point. Featuring a torque and cadence sensor, this E-bike transitions seamlessly at the press of a button allowing you to adap
"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 like the Dominator X for long off-road days where comfort and stability matter most. The fit is easy to dial in, and the sole feels efficient without being overly stiff. It’s a great option for riders who...
The seemingly magical properties of silicone grips have made them popular items in endurance racing circles, and you're able to thank ESI for starting the trend. With the Racer's Edge Grips, ESI has brought that smooth ride and all-conditions control...
Chain wear measurement just got more precise with theAbbey Chain Wear Tool. Unlike standard tools that miss critical details, this tool is engineered to account for the variance in roller diameter found in modern chains, including SRAM’s flat top chains....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I turn to these when the ride is long, the climbs are hot, and I don’t want to think about my kit once I’m rolling. The fabric feels barely there but still holds up to aggressive trail riding. The waistband...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been using the Freewheel Leather Palm Glove on aggressive trail rides and it’s a solid performer. The leather palm gives great bar feel and grip, even on rocky descents, and the reinforced padding adds...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Tallac BOA® CLIP keeps my foot locked in and ready for anything. The BOA® Fit System lets me fine-tune my fit on the fly, while the Cordura® upper holds up to rough terrain without sacrificing breathability....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This is the Soloist build I reach for when racing is the priority. The 1x Force AXS setup keeps things clean and quiet, the aero chainring makes sense at speed, and the frame still feels composed enough for long...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve spent serious time on this build, and the balance is what stands out most. It feels incredibly light on long climbs, but it never gets nervous when speeds pick up. The Force AXS drivetrain shifts flawlessly...
"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...
Wherever the trail takes we know our feet will be happy and securely stuck to the pedals in the Giro Tracker Fastlace. These flat pedal mountain bike shoes are made of a durable synthetic upper with polyurethane overlays for abrasion resistance. The Fastlace...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The F1RST fork with 90mm of travel is the right spec for a 10 to 14 year old who is riding trails with real consequence. More travel than the smaller OFF AIR models, tunable air spring pressure, and adjustable...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""For riders who need a bit more room, the S-Works Recon Wide Shoe is a game-changer. The 4mm wider base plate provides extra space without compromising the stiff, efficient power transfer these shoes are known...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The first descent on my custom build made me forget I was on a 120mm bike. The geometry keeps the bike composed where short-travel bikes start to deflect and lose their line. It's efficient enough climbing that...