"Ibis redesigned the Ripmo AF's shock rate and shortened its clevis specifically so the frame runs nearly any coil shock without a workaround, a detail borrowed straight from the enduro-race HD6. That capability pairs with 150mm of dw-link rear travel...
"The Ripley Eagle 90 Transmission carries the same 130mm dw-link platform and updated V5 geometry into a mechanical Transmission build, with a slacker head angle that adds confidence once the trail turns technical. Seat tube angle and suspension kinematics...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve used the ProClip 8. 0 Endurance on big gravel loops and long XC days, and the balance of stiffness and comfort has been spot on. The carbon-nylon shank feels efficient without beating up my feet, and the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like the Dominator X for mixed-terrain rides where comfort matters as much as efficiency. The sole is stiff enough to feel responsive but forgiving when things get rough, and the dual dials make it easy to fine-tune...
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...
"The Ripley AF Deore's flip chip swaps between full 29-inch wheels and a mixed setup without touching the geometry, so a change that used to mean a different bike now takes a few minutes in the garage. The dw-link suspension delivers 130mm of rear travel...
"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 reach for the Scale RC Team Issue when efficiency and precision matter most. The carbon frame feels incredibly stiff under power, and the SRAM GX AXS Transmission shifts flawlessly even when you’re pushing...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The T3 build features the TURQ carbon frame, Fox Factory suspension front and rear, X0 AXS Transmission shifting wirelessly, and carbon wheels. It climbs efficiently, descends with total confidence, and nothing...
"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:""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:""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...
Blending rugged on-trail performance with sleek, unassuming style, the Specialized 2FO Roost takes party laps with the crew to a whole new level. These casually-styled clip shoes pack all the right features for getting sendy on the bike, yet remain comfortable...
"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...
When race day is finally here but the weather is cold and wet, we look to the Shimano MW702 Mountain Bike Shoe to keep your feet warm, comfortable, and protected from the elements. It features a waterproof GORE-TEX layer, a fleece insulated insole, and...
"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 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...
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...
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...
"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...
"Some rides don't fit neatly into one discipline, and the shoe that covers all of them well is the one worth owning. Pearl Izumi's Expedition Pro Mountain Bike Shoe is built for riding where the demands shift constantly and the shoe needs to keep up with...
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:""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...