"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 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...
When Specialized set out to design a downhill mountain bike shoe, they did it with the intention to provide comfortable, all-day riding, but they also kept post-ride fun in mind. Thanks to a platform design, the 2FO DH Flat Mountain Bike Shoes are great...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve taken the Caledonia 5 out on long centuries and hard group rides, and it’s the bike that never feels out of place. The endurance geometry keeps me comfortable deep into big miles, but it still feels fast...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've put the Expedition through long gravel days and XC race efforts, and the BOA L6E closure makes it easy to get a snug, pressure-free fit right from the start. The perforated upper keeps things noticeably cool...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like these for mixed-terrain rides where I’m on and off the bike a lot. The outsole has great traction for hike-a-bike sections, and the fit stays comfortable even on long days in the saddle.""We lace up the...
"The 5Dev R-Spec Bosch E-bike Crank Arms are billet machined from 7075-T651 aerospace aluminum and sized to keep the pedal arc higher off the ground on technical climbs. At the torque loads a Bosch, TQ, or Avinox motor puts through a drivetrain, the material...
We pull on the Tracker Shoe for our spin to work because it utilizes tech from Giro’s mountain bike line for efficient performance, in a stripped-down package that’s lightweight and easy-wearing. The Tack rubber sole features Giro’s Gamma tread...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The MX239 Gravel Wide offers all the high-performance features of the standard version but with a more accommodating fit. The extra width makes long rides more comfortable without sacrificing support, and the...
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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These shorts are built for aggressive trail riding, with a merino-wool blend that balances breathability and durability. The articulated fit moves naturally with me on the bike, and the elastic waistband keeps...
"The Yeti SB160 tightens its frame around a refined Switch Infinity suspension platform, adding chassis stiffness and 25 millimeters of downtube clearance over the previous generation. A longer reach and rebalanced front and rear centers put riders in...
"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...
The Santa Cruz Bronson is back and with it comes a plethora of updates we are stoked about. Still the same versatile all-mountain bike we love, but now loaded with improvements to take our capability even higher, the Bronson receives geometry improvements,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The MX239 Gravel Wide offers all the high-performance features of the standard version but with a more accommodating fit. The extra width makes long rides more comfortable without sacrificing support, and the...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “This build brings gravel aggression with a twist: A flip-chip fork for trail finesse, wireless Rival XPLR AXS shifting, and thoughtful clearance for big tires—pro-level versatility, no fussy setup needed.”We...
"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....
"The Yeti SB140 tightens its frame around a refined Switch Infinity suspension platform, adding chassis stiffness and 34 millimeters of downtube clearance over the previous generation. Size-specific chain stays and seat tube angles put riders from extra...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This Rival build makes the Caledonia 5 really approachable without cutting corners where it counts. The Rival eTap AXS shifting is smooth and reliable, and having the integrated Quarq power meter is huge for...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This is the Skitch I’d recommend to riders who want electric assist without the premium price tag of electronic shifting. The Fazua Ride 60 system is smooth and responsive, and the Apex Eagle drivetrain keeps...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I was blown away by how seamlessly the Vala C XT Di2 combines big-hit capability with Bosch-powered boost. It climbs like a goat thanks to the Performance CX drive unit and descends like a beast with 160/150mm...
On and off the bike, the Mons Royale Virage Mountain Bike Pant impresses with its light but durable build and athletic fit. The high-performance fabric blends recycled polyester with merino wool for a trail-ready mix that's durable, breathable, and quick...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Split Pivot suspension is smooth and efficient in both directions, the Fox 36 handles the rough stuff with confidence, and the Eagle 90 Transmission drivetrain shifts reliably across the full range.""Who It's...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Pearl Izumi Expedition Pro is the shoe I recommend when someone needs one shoe that works across gravel, XC, and cyclocross without feeling like a compromise in any direction. The carbon fiber midsole gives...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The SB135 rewards input in a way that bigger bikes don't: flick it into a corner and it responds immediately, pump a roller and it launches, find a side hit and it goes where it's pointed. With Fox Factory suspension...