"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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve ridden a lot of lightweight bikes, but the R5 stands apart. The handling feels razor sharp on descents, and it accelerates instantly on climbs. With SRAM’s Force AXS drivetrain and that 5. 97kg build,...
"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:""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 Vala 70 is the kind of e-bike that disappears underneath you—in the best way. It feels planted, playful, and incredibly responsive, with suspension that’s tuned to take a beating but still feel lively....
From cross-country to downhill, the Maloja AnemonaM Printed Mountain Bike Short keeps us covered while we enjoy the ride. We like how the polyester and spandex fabric wicks sweat and moves with us while we pedal, and keeps us covered while we descend.
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been hammering the Áspero-5 Force on everything from race-day gravel to chunky desert washouts, and it’s just unreal how composed and quick it feels. SRAM’s updated Force AXS shifting is crisp, the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Hellion CLIP is the perfect balance of durability and comfort. The Cordura® upper is breathable yet tough, and the EVA midsole absorbs trail chatter so my feet stay fresh on long rides. The ClipGrip outsole...
"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: ""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...
With the look, fit, and feel of a running shoe, and a the technical features of a mountain bike shoe, the Five Ten Trailcross LT Mountain Bike Shoe is our go-to when we need a trail shoe that can perform on and off the bike. Features like a breathable...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""I've raced, trained, and descended on a lot of bikes, but nothing feels as dialed as the Pinarello F7. The T900 carbon frame is lively and responsive, but still dampens vibration when the roads get rough. Add in...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""My 18-month-old took to this balance bike immediately. It's light enough that they can pick it up and move it without help, which made all the difference in those first sessions. I'm glad we can use it all the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've been running the Hellion Elite BOA on aggressive enduro and bike park days and the MaxGrip outsole is one of the stickiest flat pedal soles I've used — it locks onto the pins and stays there through rough...
"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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Allroad SL on a long mixed-surface bikepacking day that had everything from smooth gravel to steep rocky scrambles, and the carbon composite sole kept pedaling efficient without making the hike-a-bike...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This build nails the balance of race performance and long-distance reliability. The GRX Di2 setup shifts clean even in dust and mud, and the 2x drivetrain gives you range for punchy climbs and fast fire roads....
"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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve taken the Vala C MX 90 out for big elevation days, and it’s made every ride more fun. The Bosch Performance CX motor delivers smooth power with tons of torque for punchy climbs, and the mixed wheels keep...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These shorts hit the sweet spot for coverage and comfort. The longer inseam keeps my thighs protected from the saddle, while the flat-seam design prevents chafing. The Fleet Air Chamois provides just the right...
"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...
Go farther with the right footwear, starting with your bike socks. Designed with ZQ-certified Merino wool, our Women’s Bike Zero Cushion Ankle socks are crafted to feel good: they’re breathable, have a performance-oriented and women's specific fit,...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“The P-Series Ultegra Di2 strikes the perfect balance—ultra-fast Di2 shifting, aero frame with smart storage, and efficient Reserve wheels. It delivers pro-level performance at a triathlete-friendly price.”We...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I took the Bullit C MX 90 through some of the steepest, roughest trails in my zone, and this thing devoured it all. The FOX 38 fork and Float X rear shock feel bottomless, and the SRAM Maven brakes are super confidence-inspiring....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This build is perfect for gravel riders who want electronic shifting and performance without going full boutique. The Rival XPLR AXS drivetrain is smooth and quiet, and the geometry feels fast without being twitchy....