"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden the SB120 on everything from punchy desert singletrack to long alpine loops, and it keeps surprising me. The Switch Infinity V2 platform makes the rear end feel incredibly composed, especially when...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Timberjack Eagle 70 is one of those bikes that makes you want to ride further and stay out longer. The aluminum frame is responsive and trail-sharp, the RockShox Psylo fork handles technical terrain without...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Tallac BOA® Flat Mountain Bike Shoe keeps me locked in on rough descents while staying comfortable on long rides. The MaxGrip outsole delivers insane pedal traction, while the Cordura® upper holds up to...
"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...
"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:""The SB120 C2 is the most accessible way into Yeti's Switch Infinity suspension platform without feeling like a compromise. The Fox Performance fork is well-tuned, the Eagle 90 drivetrain shifts reliably, and the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’d put this build at the top of the list for riders who want a modern endurance XC bike with minimal compromises. The Transmission drivetrain is insanely precise under load, and paired with the Split Pivot...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""The Ripley AF Eagle 90 build really surprised me—light, poppy, and insanely clean shifting. The Transmission drivetrain is so smooth, even under load, and the DW-Link suspension helps me stay planted on techy...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I built up the Ripley AF frame as my go-to trail rig. It’s snappy, climbs efficiently, and feels incredibly stable on flow trails and techy sections. The DW-Link is what really sets it apart—it keeps traction...
"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:""The Tallac Mid BOA® gives me the perfect blend of ankle support and pedal grip for aggressive trail riding. The BOA® Fit System ensures a snug fit without pressure points, and the MaxGrip outsole keeps my feet...
"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...
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...
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:""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...
They say a sleeper car hides powerful performance under an unassuming exterior, as if your grandma's old sedan conceals spirited strength beneath the hood. One moment it rolls up gingerly to a red light, and the next it flies off the line in a burst of...
"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...
From flow trails to rocky, technical chutes, the Pivot Switchblade is the Swiss Army Knife of bikes perfectly suited to excel on most trails. With 142mm of DW-Link suspension travel, the Switchblade lands in that gray area between an enduro bike and an...
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...
"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:""These quickly became my go-to flat-pedal shoes for mixed terrain. The dual-compound sole grips well when the trail gets choppy, and the chevron lugs make hike-a-bike sections surprisingly secure. They’re breathable,...
"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...
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...
"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...
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...