"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...
"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...
"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 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...
"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 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...
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...
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:""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 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 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...
The Mavic Crossmax Boa Mountain Bike Shoe is stocked with performance and comfort features for cross-country riding. The synthetic leather upper is durable and breathable, and the memory foam insole cushions our feet for comfort on long rides. The fiberglass...
"The new Yeti MT 90/X0 Carbon Wheel Mountain Bike pairs a DT Swiss carbon wheelset with a deliberate drivetrain pairing: SRAM X0 components matched to the mechanical Eagle 90 Transmission rather than wireless AXS, all riding on Sixfinity, the suspension...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I notice the Mach 4 SL feels instantly responsive the moment power hits the pedals. The DW-Link platform stays remarkably neutral when climbing, and the frame stiffness translates directly into forward momentum....
"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 MW502 Wide Mountain Bike Shoes are our go-to wet-weather riding shoes. Featuring a waterproof membrane and a warm fleece-lined interior, the MW502 Wide Mountain Bike Shoe are ready for less-than-ideal conditions. The DRYSHIELD membrane shuts...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden this build hard on fast XC tracks and technical singletrack, and it feels incredibly efficient without being harsh. The X0 Eagle Transmission shifts flawlessly under load, and the Fox Factory suspension...
"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...
Protecting prying eyes from our fancy wheels, the SciCon 29er Mountain Bike Wheel Bag is a lightweight solution for keeping them safe and secure. We’re using these bags on all our trips, whether it’s a cross-country flight or a 4hr drive, the bags...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This bag lives on my handlebars now. It’s the perfect size for snacks, tools, or an extra layer, and I love that I can unclip it and use the shoulder strap when I stop for coffee. The tarp liner is super easy...