"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been using the Obex Visor on resort days, and it’s one of the most comfortable helmet setups I’ve tried. The integrated visor makes it super convenient—I don’t have to mess with goggles—and the...
The Lupo KinetiCore makes any rider look good while tackling the singletrack. A trail riding legend, this helmet features an integrated visor, increased ventilation and protection, and an easy-to-adjust fit.
To stay warm, dry, and protected, we hit the hill clipped into the Bern Hendrix MIPS Helmet. The cozy side covers armor our ears against whipping winds, while the fixed vents and ribbed liner facilitate airflow to move moisture and excess heat out. Equipped...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The carbon wheel T2 is the build I'd personally reach for. You get the full TURQ carbon platform with Fox Factory suspension front and rear, and the XMC1700 carbon wheels make the bike feel sharper and more responsive...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Rival/GX mullet setup gives my hands road-style brake and shift ergonomics, while the Eagle Transmission drivetrain handles the kind of range that the technical descents and loaded climbs I ride demand. The...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""The Nytro E9 Road - Dura-Ace Di2 is a game-changer for e-road bikes. The TorayCa T900 UD carbon frame delivers pro-level stiffness and weight savings, while the TQ-HPR50 motor provides smooth, natural power assistance....
The Specialized Recon 1. 0 Mountain Bike Shoe is a lightweight performance cycling shoe with a dirt-focused design and off-bike capability. The durable synthetic upper stands up to repeated abuse from rocks and bushes, and the triple hook-and-loop strap...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“With a 150 mm rear and 160 mm front suspension setup, Bosch Performance CX assist, and SRAM GX Eagle AXS drivetrain, the Vala GX AXS blends precision, climbing power, and enduro-worthy performance in a refined...
"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 building around this frame because it hits that sweet spot between efficiency and descending confidence. The Switch Infinity platform pedals incredibly well but still opens up when the trail gets rough....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve ridden a ton of high-end e-MTB builds, but the Bullit C MX GX AXS is next level. The wireless SRAM GX AXS shifting is lightning fast, and the FOX Performance Elite suspension keeps things smooth through...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve taken the Bullit C MX 70 on everything from rocky alpine drops to long, grueling climbs, and this bike doesn’t flinch. The Bosch Performance CX motor delivers power on-demand, and the 170mm travel front...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“I’ve spent a lot of time on the Ripmo platform, and this XTR build is easily the most dialed version I’ve ridden. The dw-link suspension still climbs efficiently, but the lighter XTR drivetrain and fast-engaging...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""Santa Cruz’s Vala AL 70 is a serious eMTB for riders who want top-tier performance without the carbon price tag. The Bosch Performance Line CX motor, RockShox Zeb fork, and SRAM Eagle T-Type drivetrain make...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “With a Trail Mixer-adjustable fork, threaded T47 BB, wireless SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 1×12 drivetrain, and fast-rolling Reserve wheels with 45 mm tires, this Áspero adapts to all-road riding while staying light...
Simple suspension maintenance allows your fork to last much longer and perform at its best. Riding in dusty and muddy conditions wreaks havoc on fork seals and truth be told, you probably should be changing them more often than you do. Ensure that...
Wolf Tooth Direct Mount Chainrings for Shimano E-Bike Motors have a 55mm chainline and are compatible with all Boost and Super Boost bikes that use the Shimano EP8, E8000, and E7000 e-bike motor splines. The Drop-Stop B tooth profile is compatible with...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This is the kind of frame you build when you want a bike that’s fearless on descents but still pedals clean. I’ve built a Megatower for enduro racing and another for park days—both feel like they can take...
Don't mar up your brand new bottom bracket before you even get a ride on it. Use Abbey Bike Tools' Oversized Bottom Bracket Socket, made with the same high quality 7075 aluminum alloy and machined and finished to tight tolerances as the rest of its tools,...
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:""This shoe hits the sweet spot for trail riding—stiff enough to power up climbs, but walkable when the hike-a-bike hits. The fit is snug, the BOA is quick, and they’ve held up to serious use.""For big trail...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’d pick this build for riders who want race-ready performance without the electronic price jump. The handling feels sharp like a pure race bike, but it’s forgiving enough for long training blocks and rough...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “The Stigmata Apex feels like the ultimate do-it-all gravel bike—light, stiff, and quick on the road, but with the gearing and clearance to turn rugged backroads and singletrack into an adventure playground.”We’ve...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying: ""The Megatower GX AXS is my go-to for charging through technical descents without hesitation. The 170mm FOX 38 up front soaks up massive hits, while the size-specific geometry keeps climbing efficient despite its...
Completely redesigned to handle the demands of cross-country racing and downcountry riding, the Five Ten Kestrel BOA Mountain Bike Shoe is built for speed and comfort. Made with recycled materials, the abrasion-resistant upper is hyper-breathable and...