"Santa Cruz retuned the Nomad's VPP suspension, reducing anti-rise to cut brake dive and reducing anti-squat to put more traction to the ground under power. The result is a bike that stays composed when the brakes are on and soaks up square-edge hits...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden the Bronson C MX 70 through everything from steep tech to high-speed jump trails, and it’s a dream. The mixed wheel setup gives it that nimble, flickable rear with a planted front end, and the...
Designed with adventurous trail riding in mind, the Five Ten Trailcross Mid Pro Mountain Bike Shoes blend a lightweight yet durable hiking-friendly build with a grippy Stealth rubber outsole that provides positive traction on flat pedals. The result is...
Still the same versatile all-mountain bike we love, but now loaded with improvements to take our capability even higher, the Santa Cruz Bronson is back in a big way. The fifth iteration of the Bronson receives geometry improvements, a redesigned suspension...
Completely redesigned to be our partner in crime on our speediest of singletrack missions, the Five Ten Kestrel BOA Mountain Bike Shoe is lightweight, durable, and downright comfortable. Made from recycled materials, the abrasion-resistant and hyper-breathable...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Nomad has always been the bike you grab when the trail gets serious, and the GX AXS build makes it easier than ever to justify. Wireless shifting, a coil-ready suspension platform, and 170mm of redesigned...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Nomad CC alloy wheel build is a dream rig for riders who want burly performance without going all-in on carbon wheels. The Reserve alloy rims are bombproof, the SRAM Eagle Transmission drivetrain shifts without...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I started running the Lezyne E-Bike Z-Mark Super Bright StVZO Ai Alert Rear on my commuter and the Ai Alert mode is the kind of feature that makes you wonder how you rode in traffic without it. The automatic deceleration...
Completely redesigned to be our partner in crime on our speediest of singletrack missions, the Five Ten Kestrel BOA Mountain Bike Shoe is lightweight, durable, and downright comfortable. Made from recycled materials, the abrasion-resistant and hyper-breathable...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “I like this Rival build for fast mixed terrain—Rival AXS lever feel is clean, the GX Eagle T-Type rear mech runs a huge 10–52t spread, and the Easton ARC 25s with DT 370 hubs are tough enough for ruts without...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve ridden a lot of hardtails, and the Highball 90 stands out for how fast it climbs and how stable it feels at speed. The carbon frame feels razor-sharp on punchy terrain, and the T-Type drivetrain shifts...
Designed with adventurous trail riding in mind, the Five Ten Trailcross Mid Pro Mountain Bike Shoes blend a lightweight yet durable hiking-friendly build with a grippy Stealth rubber outsole that provides positive traction on flat pedals. The result is...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Nomad CC alloy wheel build is a dream rig for riders who want burly performance without going all-in on carbon wheels. The Reserve alloy rims are bombproof, the SRAM Eagle Transmission drivetrain shifts without...
Santa Cruz's Stigmata CC Red/Force AXS 2x Gravel Bike helps us conquer our long list of goals, whether it be to win the next big gravel race or grind out some intense training. The CC Carbon construction is strong and lightweight, helping us ride at top...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""This Dogma F isn't just a bike-it's a masterpiece. Its aerodynamic design, lightweight carbon frame, and SRAM Red AXS drivetrain give you race-ready performance with incredible responsiveness. Paired with the Princeton...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Bosch motor gets me to the top of trails I'd normally shuttle, and the Fox Podium inverted fork and 170mm of four-bar suspension make the descent worth every pedal stroke. This is the closest thing to a downhill...
When we are itching to shred the bike park but the lifts have yet to open up from the winter, we whip out the Ibis HD6 and get after it. The HD6 is Ibis's longest travel bike and is a bred race machine designed for tackling the steepest descents while...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I upgraded to the Bronson C MX 90 for the FOX Float X Performance shock and DT Swiss hubs, and I’m stoked on the bump sensitivity and precision this setup brings. The 150mm rear travel gives just enough squish...
Tough enough to tackle any ride, our Podium® Steel is built for life on and off the road. Made from premium 18/8 stainless steel, this sleek bottle combines rugged durability with a streamlined design that's always close at hand but stays out of your...
"Down or up, steep or steady, the Dirt Craft Bike Shorts are a singletrack workhorse with a removable padded liner to handle any ride. Built from breathable, stretchy yet sturdy fabrics, with multiple secure pockets, a low-profile, adjustable waistband...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Nomad frame is the dream platform if you want to build a big bike that isn’t afraid of anything. I’ve built mine with a burly 170mm fork and coil shock for park days, but it still pedals well for long...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “I recommend the Bronson when someone wants one bike that truly does it all—and does it rowdy. The mixed-wheel setup makes it playful and quick to pop, while the VPP suspension keeps it composed when speeds...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This build feels incredibly fast the moment you put power down. The XX SL Transmission shifts instantly and handles torque without hesitation, and the Fox Factory suspension keeps the ride efficient while still...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden the Bronson C MX 70 through everything from steep tech to high-speed jump trails, and it’s a dream. The mixed wheel setup gives it that nimble, flickable rear with a planted front end, and the...
Designed with adventurous trail riding in mind, the Five Ten Trailcross Mid Pro Mountain Bike Shoes blend a lightweight yet durable hiking-friendly build with a grippy Stealth rubber outsole that provides positive traction on flat pedals. The result is...