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Cadence
Feb 28, 2022
Details Announced for KTM Vittoria World Cup XC Team
Léna Gérault, Maxime Loret, Tatiana Tournut and Mathis Guay form the KTM Vittoria Team.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 28, 2022
Review: 2022 Canyon Torque CF8
This mixed-wheel machine is more than just a bike park shredder.
Ed Spratt
Feb 28, 2022
Video: Bernard Kerr's Brutal Crash from Red Bull Valparaíso Cerro Abajo Urban DH 2022
Bernard Kerr missed the finals after a huge qualifying crash.
Beta MTB
Feb 28, 2022
Lacy Kemp's Trail Dog Takes One More Old Man Lap
Turning 12 is hard. Especially when you're also turning 84.
Sarah Moore
Feb 28, 2022
Christian Rigal Signs with Specialized
Inspired by his BMX background, Christian Rigal is hoping to bring fresh ideas and a new perspective to mountain biking.
Ed Spratt
Feb 28, 2022
Spotted: Mondraker is Testing a Summum DH Bike with a Bolt-On Idler
Another week, another idler.
Details Announced for RAAW & Levelnine German EWS Team
The team is registered as an official Enduro World Series Team for the first time.
Details Announced for Scott Markewitz Mountain Bike Photography Workshop June 16-19, 2022
Professional photographer Scott Markewitz is putting on a mountain bike photography workshop from June 16-19, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Ed Spratt
Feb 28, 2022
Results: Luca Shaw & Rachel Pageau Win the First Round of the Downhill Southeast Series
The 2022 DHSE series kicks off with big wins from Luca Shaw and Rachel Pageau at the Trials Training Center in Sequatchie, Tennessee.
SCOTT Sports
Feb 28, 2022
Video: Dean Lucas Races Down Track that Started It All
Dean Lucas is back on home turf for the World Cup off-season.
Ed Spratt
Feb 28, 2022
Results: Evie Richards & Titouan Carod Win the Copa Catalana Internacional 2022 - Banyoles
Evie Richards and Titouan Carod take their first big wins of the 2022 season.
Ed Spratt
Feb 28, 2022
Video: Top 3 Runs from Red Bull Valparaíso Cerro Abajo Urban DH 2022
Watch the three fastest riders from the tight racing at the 2022 Valparaíso Cerro Abajo Urban DH.
Red Bull Pump Track World Championship
Feb 28, 2022
Details Announced for 2022 Pump Track World Championships in Santiago, Chile
The Red Bull UCI Pump Track World Championships will head to Santiago, Chile on the 20 November.
Race Report: BikingBlitz 2022 - Ballyhoura
The second round of the 2022 BikingBlitz series heads to Ballyhoura Mountain Bike trail centre located in Limerick.
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2022
Final Results: Red Bull Valparaíso Cerro Abajo Urban DH 2022
The results are in from incredibly tight racing at the Red Bull Valparaíso Cerro Abajo Urban DH 2022.
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2022
Replay: Red Bull Valparaíso Cerro Abajo 2022
Catch all of the wild urban racing action from the 2022 Red Bull Valparaíso Cerro Abajo.
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2022
Slack Randoms: $6,355 Ti Power Meter Cranks, National Penny-Farthing Champs, a 500-Pound Black Bear & More
Another round of assorted findings from all corners of the internet.
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2022
Results: George Brannigan & Jess Blewitt Win the New Zealand National DH Championships
George Brannigan, Jess Blewitt, Lachlan Stevens-Mcnab and Jenna Hastings take the 2022 Elite and Junior titles.
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2022
Video: Track Walk & Practice with Bernard Kerr at the Red Bull Valparaiso Cerro Abajo Urban DH
Bernard Kerr shares a behind the scenes look at the wild course and practice session at the Red Bull Valparaiso Cerro Abajo Urban DH race.
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2022
Video: Aaron Gwin's Tips to Improve your Cornering
Aaron Gwin offers his advice on how to achieve the correct body position when cornering in flat turns and more.
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2022
Results: Anton Cooper & Sammie Maxwell Win the New Zealand National XC Championships 2022
Anton Cooper and Sammie Maxwell take the Elite titles for 2022.
OCEAN SIERRA ENDURO
Feb 27, 2022
Race Report: Ocean Sierra a Multi-Day Enduro in Mexico
Riders took on incredible trails in the mountainous region of La Sierra Madre Occidental.
Video: Saturday Sends #46
Beta MTB
Feb 26, 2022
Industrial Re-revolution: How MTB Apparel Manufacturing is Transforming a Small Town in Southern Appalachia
In a forgotten corner of Southern Appalachia, MTB apparel is helping to usher in a new era of American manufacturing.
Ed Spratt
Feb 26, 2022
Video: Aaron Gwin Takes a Flat Out Lap in Laguna Beach
Aaron Gwin is looking quick as he tests his DH bike in Laguna Beach.
UR Team
Feb 26, 2022
Video: George Brannigan's Course Preview for the New Zealand National DH Championships
Take a lap with George Brannigan as he rips down one of Christchurch's finest.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 26, 2022
Video: An FPV Drone Shot Compilation from Freeride Fiesta
Johny Salido and co. share some of their favorite drone footage from this year's Freeride Fiesta.
Ed Spratt
Feb 26, 2022
Video: Nik Nestoroff's Course Preview for Downhill Southeast Round 1
A brand new track for the first round of the 2022 DHSE.
Tweed-Valley-Bikes
Feb 26, 2022
Video: Tackling the 240km 'The Capital Trail' in 24 Hours
In search of a winter challenge, Dirt School mountain bike coaches Janey and Fi set out on an attempt to ride the Capital Trail a 240km bike packing route around Edinburgh, East Lothian and the Scottish Borders
Intense Cycles
Feb 26, 2022
Video: A Wild First Lap at Chile's El Duazno Bike Park
Tomas Slavik follows Oscar Härnström and Ignacio Rojo on a dusty trail.
derek mccuiston
Feb 26, 2022
Video: Good Rides & Good Times with Garret Mechem
Garret Mechem has signed with Fasthouse and made this video to celebrate.
SHREDLY LLC
Feb 26, 2022
Video: Shredly Celebrates 10 Years of Wild Patterns & Women's MTB Apparel
The idea for the company started on a ride in 2011.
Matt Beer
Feb 25, 2022
Pinkbike Poll: What Features Would You Like To See In a Flat Pedal MTB Shoe?
Where are all the snazzy features and wet-weather options for flat pedal riders?
ECHOS Communications
Feb 25, 2022
State Bicycle Co x Wu-Tang Clan Klunker
State Bicycle Co. pays tribute to the Wu-Tang Clan with a limited-edition Klunker and All Road Jersey.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 25, 2022
Burning Question: What Do Racers & Team Managers Think About Discovery Taking Over the World Cup Rights?
What do the people who will be affected by the new broadcasters think?
Henry Quinney
Feb 25, 2022
Review: 7iDP Project 23 Carbon Helmet
7iDP's full-face helmet is lightweight, well ventilated, and it doesn't skimp on protection.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 25, 2022
Video: Friday Fails #210
We've got some truly spectacular ways to cut your ride short this week.
Ryan Palmer
Feb 25, 2022
Why I Love The Fox Enduro Pro Tight
It's knickers with kneepads. What a time to be alive.
Ed Spratt
Feb 25, 2022
Video: A Look Back at Ryan Howard's Riding Career in 'A Letter to Aptos'
A Letter To Aptos looks at how Ryan Howard's local riding scene shaped him into the rider he is now.
Ed Spratt
Feb 25, 2022
Video: Laurie Greenland & Jackson Goldstone Hit Creative Lines in Tarouca
Laurie and Jackson are looking wild on their new Santa Cruz DH bikes.
RideWrap Announces New Production & Installation Facility in the USA
RideWrap's operations now include a local production and installation facility in Golden Colorado, USA.
Robert Smith
Feb 25, 2022
Video: 1 Minute with Atherton Racing's New Recruit Dominic Platt
Dom joins the team as a first year Junior after proving himself through the Atherton Academy.
Steffen Martin
Feb 25, 2022
Thömus Maxon Launches 2022 XC Race Team with Mathias Flückiger, Alessandra Keller and More
After its most successful season ever in 2021 the Thömus maxon Swiss Mountain Bike Racing team is back looking for another big year in 2022.
Ed Spratt
Feb 24, 2022
Throwback Thursday: 7 Bikes Turning 30 in 2022
The wild and wonderful from MTB's formative years
Sarah Moore
Feb 24, 2022
Jared Graves Retires from Racing - Will Become Yeti Team Performance Coach
Jared Graves will keep riding Yeti bikes, but will transition from racer to Team Performance Coach.
Seb Stott
Feb 24, 2022
How to Accurately Calculate What Spring Rate You Need
Time for a little math lesson from Seb Stott.
Sarah Moore
Feb 24, 2022
Video: The Ultimate World Cup Winning Strategies in Fast Life Season 5 Episode 4
Now it makes sense why Red Bull announced that this is the last season of Fast Life...
SHIMANO
Feb 24, 2022
Video: Rob Warner on His Career in 'Three Peaks'
Rob Warner talks about the highs and lows of being a professional racer and commentator.
Beta MTB
Feb 24, 2022
Mountain Bikes Don’t Need to Be Complicated—An Ode to Simplicity
Sometimes the best solutions are the simplest ones.
Mike Levy
Feb 24, 2022
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 107 - How (And Why) Did You Start Mountain Biking?
Did someone introduce you to riding, or did you stumble into and never looked back?
Ed Spratt
Feb 24, 2022
Etnies Release the Camber CL Clipless MTB Shoe
Etnies adds a clipless compatible option into their lineup.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 24, 2022
Spotted: Danny Hart is Testing a High Pivot Cube Downhill Bike
Danny is testing the aluminium mule in southern France.
Rémy Métailler
Feb 24, 2022
Video: From Spinal Cord Injury to Becoming a Pro Rider - Remy Metailler Rides with Yannis Pele
In 2016, when he was just 16, Yannis Pele suffered a terrible crash at a French Cup.
WTB
Feb 24, 2022
Video: Finding Clarity on the Trail with Evil Bikes Industrial Designer Mike Giese
There’s nothing like being alone in the woods, ripping through fresh dirt, to fill the mind with good vibes and creativity.
DanHicks
Feb 24, 2022
The Stand is a New Made in the UK Workstand
The Stand is a Made in the UK bicycle maintenance stand that lifts the rear wheel off the floor and allows the cranks to freely rotate.
Polygon Bikes
Feb 24, 2022
Video: Amy Morrison Signs with Polygon
The American enduro racer will be riding for Polygon at select EWS races, North American EWS qualifiers, US Nationals, and Sea Otter in 2022.
Ed Spratt
Feb 24, 2022
Video: Neko Mulally Kicks Off the Racing Season on his New DH Bike
Neko Mulally shares a behind the scenes look as he takes his custom race bike to its first races.
GT Bicycles
Feb 24, 2022
Video: Bailey Goldstone's Favorite Whistler Lap
Bailey Goldstone takes GT's Trev Burke on a tour of her favorite Whistler Combo lap.
Stephen H
Feb 24, 2022
Video: Throwback Thursday - Summer of 2017 in the Fort with Joe Barnes
A journey around Fort William with Joe Barnes, released five years after the fact.
Brian Park
Feb 23, 2022
Opinion: The Proxy War Between Discovery & Red Bull Is Official
The Salzburg-based energy drink brand has always had a complicated relationship with our sport, but the broadcast group that's replacing them has big shoes to fill.
rasoulution
Feb 23, 2022
Gabriel Wibmer Joins Riding Culture
The young Austrian joins the Swiss brand that makes durable jeans and apparel for mountain bikers, cyclists, skaters and BMX.
George Thompson
Feb 23, 2022
Podcast: Dean Lucas Talks Mindset
Joining George is Scott Factory Racing’s Dean Lucas & they cover everything from World Cup podiums to making time; addiction to depression.
Henry Quinney
Feb 23, 2022
Review: 2022 Kona Process 153 DL 29
The Process 153's geometry is modern without going to extremes, which adds to its versatility. It's also very yellow.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 23, 2022
Video: Riding Bellingham's LEAST Popular Trails
Tom and Christina set off on a mission to tackle the least trafficked trails that Bellingham has to offer.
Beta MTB
Feb 23, 2022
Opinion: Thank You Red Bull
Discovery may have won the World Cup broadcast rights, but let's not forget who got us here. Matt Wragg weighs in.
Introducing Momentum Mountain Biking
Moab Mountain Bike Instruction evolves under a new name, Momentum Mountain Biking, and expands its services throughout the region.
Major Mountain Bike Expansion Set to Open This Summer in Sun Peaks Resort
The $1.5 million investment includes new summer chairlift access and 31km of new trail.
ilabb
Feb 23, 2022
Video: Bas Van Steenbergen Signs with ilabb
The New Zealand brand has partnered with Bas Van Steenbergen.
Eastern States Cup Announces 2022 Schedule
Downhill racing kicks off in May in Connecticut while Enduro racing will begin in April.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 23, 2022
Bike Check: Nino Schurter's New Special Edition Spark RC
Take a look at Nino's sparkly speed machine.
Norco Bicycles
Feb 23, 2022
Video: Loamy Take Offs & Sniper Landings in 'Local Haunt'
Sullivan Reed built these hidden lines on the outskirts of Vancouver.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 23, 2022
Sam Hill Signs with Fox for Helmets & Goggles
The news was finally revealed this morning after a week of teasing on social media.
baxter maiwald
Feb 23, 2022
Video: Baxter Maiwald's 3rd Place Run From the Australian National Championships
Baxter Maiwald's scorching run from Maydena bike park.
Enduro2 presented by Dirtlej
Feb 23, 2022
Video: Celebrating 10 Years of Alpine Singletrack at the Trans-Savoie Multi-Day Enduro
This summer marks 10 years of the Trans-Savoie Multi-Day Enduro in the French Alps.
Matt Beer
Feb 22, 2022
Spotted: New Bell Downhill Full Face Helmet
Nine years after the debut of the Full-9, it looks like Bell has a new lid ready to drop soon.
cotic-bikes
Feb 22, 2022
Cotic Announces Pink & Blue BFeMAX for 2022
Orders are open now for the 2022 colours on the Cotic BFeMAX.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 22, 2022
Why Are So Many Bike Companies Being Bought at the Moment?
It's clear that money is flooding into the cycling industry, but what decisions are driving the sales of these bikes brands?
Epic Rides
Feb 22, 2022
Photo Epic: Keegan Swenson & Lael Wilcox Win the 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo 2022
Keegan Swenson put down a record-breaking 21 laps and Lael Wilcox put down an impressive 17.
Travel Tuesday - Enter to Win a Trip to Brevard, North Carolina
Enter now for a chance to win a trip for two adults to North Carolina.
Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival's Bike Night Features the Global Premiere of Anthill's New Film 'Lightfall'
'Lightfall' is the story of Sterling Lorence and his process to get the perfect shot in the dank and misty mountains of Vancouver’s legendary North Shore.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 22, 2022
Video: Tom Bradshaw Rides New Zealand’s Privately Built Bike Park
Tom shows you why The Gorge in New Zealand is his favourite place in the world to ride trail bikes.
Sarah Moore
Feb 22, 2022
Lea Davison Announces Retirement from International Racing
Davison plans to transition to domestic racing and focus on the Lifetime Grand Prix.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 22, 2022
First Look: Giro's New Merit Helmet
The Merit uses Giro's Spherical technology and weighs in at 360 grams.
SeaOtterClassic
Feb 22, 2022
Details Announced for 2022 Sea Otter Classic - Kyle Strait to Revamp Dual Slalom Course
The lower section of the Sea Otter Downhill will also be revamped this year.
Diamondback Bikes
Feb 22, 2022
Video: The Land of Wheelies & Skids with Mike Hopkins in 'How We Roll'
Two wheeled machines are awesome at every age.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 22, 2022
Video: Tyler McCaul Collides with a Drone in Mid Air
Attack of the drones
James Smurthwaite
Feb 22, 2022
Our 25 Favourite Comments of 2021 - Comment Gold
It took us an extra month but the results are in from the keyboard warrior Olympics.
Swiss Enduro Series Announces Changes for 2022 Season
The Swiss Enduro Series has made some changes going into next season.
rasoulution
Feb 22, 2022
Video: Sixpack Launches Emil Johansson's Made in Germany Signature Stem
EJ's 31mm signature version of the Millenium stem.
Ed Spratt
Feb 21, 2021
Industry Digest: $2 Billion of Bike Imports in 2021, Decathlon Shuts US Stores & More
What's going on in the cycling industry this month?
Ed Spratt
Feb 21, 2022
Discovery to Broadcast World Cup Coverage from 2023
Discovery Sports will take over the organisation and promotion of UCI Mountain Bike World Cup for eight seasons, from 2023 to 2030.
Ed Spratt
Feb 21, 2022
Bike Check: Oisin O'Callaghan's YT Capra
A Junior World Champion's enduro set up.
Ed Spratt
Feb 21, 2022
Video: Jack Moir's Metal Monday Mash Up from the Thredbo Cannonball DH
Jack Moir serves up more carnage from Thredbo with his latest Metal Monday.
Ed Spratt
Feb 21, 2022
Results: Jolanda Neff & Alan Hatherly Win the Internacionales XCO Chelva 2022
A stacked field of World Cup talent take on the Internacionales XCO Chelva 2022.
Movies For Your Monday
Sarah Moore
Feb 20, 2022
Troy Brosnan Has Broken His Ankle at Australian National Champs
With the World Cup DH season kicking off in just over a month, it seems unlikely that we'll see Brosnan there.
Cascade Components
Feb 21, 2022
Cascade Components Announces V4 Bronson Link
Cascade Components' latest link allows you to bump the Bronson's travel to 180mm.
Diego Sarmiento
Feb 20, 2022
Results: American Continental Championships DH 2022
Mariana Salazar and Neko Mullaly are the new 2022 Elite American Continental DH Champions.
UR Team
Feb 21, 2022
Video: George Brannigan's 2nd Place Run from Round 5 of the New Zealand National DH Series
George Brannigan takes on a steep and slick track for the fifth round of the NZ national series.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 20, 2022
Video: Sunday Saves #17
We have some spectacular saves this time around.
Ed Spratt
Feb 20, 2022
Results: Australian National DH Championships 2022
Connor Fearon, Ellie Smith, Remy Meier-Smith and Elise Empey take the 2022 Elite and Junior titles.
Beta MTB
Feb 20, 2022
Key to the Kingdom: How Unchecked Growth Complicated Access to Vermont’s Kingdom Trails
The trails were a blueprint for enriching a rural economy with recreation, but a reckoning seemed inevitable.
Airdrop Bikes
Feb 20, 2022
Photo Story: Soaking in the Best Moments of a Queenstown Summer
Airdrop's slideshow reminds us what it's all about.
Ed Spratt
Feb 20, 2022
Results: Australian National XC Championships 2022
Rebecca McConnell takes an incredible 16th Australian National title with nine consecutive Elite national wins.
Ed Spratt
Feb 20, 2022
Video: Troy Brosnan's Practice Run POV from the Australian National DH Championships
Join Troy Brosnan for a dry and dusty lap of this year's Australian National Champs course.
Ed Spratt
Feb 20, 2022
Results: New Zealand National DH Series Round 5 - Nelson
Sam Blenkinsop and Louise Ferguson once again take the Elite wins at the 2022 New Zealand national series.
Ed Spratt
Feb 20, 2022
Video: Lachlan Blair Drifts Slippery Trails in the Tweed Valley
Lachlan Blair gets loose on his enduro bike on wet and wild trails.
Qualifying Results: American Continental Championships DH 2022
Check out who qualified fastest at the 2022 American Continental Championships.
Ed Spratt
Feb 19, 2022
Slack Randoms: $50 3D Printed Titanium Bottle Openers, Adjustable Bottom Bracket Heights, Homemade Rope Spokes & More
Another round of assorted findings from all corners of the internet.
Beta MTB
Feb 19, 2022
Layers of Sound & Vision: Inside the Mind of Filmmaker Clay Porter
“What I learned about film school is that you don’t need film school.”
Ed Spratt
Feb 19, 2022
Video: Lewis Buchanan Tackles the Lousa World Cup Track on his Enduro Bike
Lewis Buchanan heads to Lousa for some pre-season testing.
RAAW Mountain Bikes
Feb 19, 2022
RAAW Signs Stevie Schneider
Stevie Schneider and RAAW will be joining forces in 2022.
ken
Feb 19, 2022
Video: Sending Flips & Whips on Big Jumps in France
Ken Desmazeau combines freeride and slopestyle on some big jumps in France.
An Update on Pinkbike & Beta MTB 
Race Preview: American Continental Championships DH 2022
2022 sees Costa Rica host its first Continental Championships.
Henry Quinney
Feb 18, 2022
Pinkbike Poll: Is It Ever OK to Pressure Wash Your Bike?
Are you blasting away after every ride, or does pressurized water never even get close to your bike?
Henry Quinney
Feb 18, 2022
8 Things That Didn't Happen in the Bike Industry Last Month - Round Up
This article is a figment of Discount Lafoof III's imagination - and definitely none of it ever happened.
Ryan Palmer
Feb 18, 2022
Why Shimano’s Saint Brakes Haven’t Been Updated in Nearly a Decade
The staying power of one of the strongest brakes ever made.
Matt Beer
Feb 18, 2022
Bike Check: Remy Morton's Chainless 26"/24" Mini-Mullet Park Bike
Remy's Commencal Furious is one of a kind, complete with 135mm cranks and a 24" rear wheel.
DHaRCO Announces 2022 Range
Sarah Moore
Feb 18, 2022
Video: Aaron Gwin Tests His Prototype Intense & New Gear Ahead of the World Cup Season
Follow along on a day of downhill riding and testing new product with Aaron Gwin and his mechanic John.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 18, 2022
Video: Friday Fails #209
Another set of amazing ways to cut your ride short.
Matt Beer
Feb 18, 2022
Check Out: A Portable Fire Pit, Waterproof Duffel Bag, Extra Protective Handguards, & More
A look at the latest gear to cross our desks.
Mike Levy
Feb 18, 2022
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 106 - What's Your Ideal Ride Look Like?
Most rides are a good time, but what does your perfect day on the bike look like?
SCOTT Sports
Feb 18, 2022
Video: Kyle Jameson is Back & Jammin with a New ACL
Kyle Jameson's knee has recovered and the style meter has reached full strength.
Christoph Bayer
Feb 18, 2022
Photo Story: Casey Brown & Kathi Kuypers Lay First Tracks on an Austrian Freeride Line
"Be humble, this track is gnarly!"
Ed Spratt
Feb 18, 2022
Video: Dean Lucas' Course Preview for the Australian National DH Championships
Dean Lucas takes a fast lap down the national champs track in Maydena.
Ed Spratt
Feb 18, 2022
Video: Exploring the French World Cup Dominance in Fast Life Season 5 Episode 4
The latest episode of Fast Life looks into why the French riders are the ones to beat at World Cup races.
Pascal Pensa
Feb 17, 2022
Podcast: Abby Hogie on Downhill, Women in the Sport & the Beyond Racing Team
Abby Hogie talks about her journey with bikes and the ups and downs of racing DH World Cup, inspiration and women in the sport, and her pre-race play list.
Ed Spratt
Feb 17, 2022
Throwback Thursday: 7 Bikes Turning 20 in 2022
Gearboxes, adjustable travel and the first mass produced 29er.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 17, 2022
Video: A Day With Hannah Bergemann - Pro Bike Check & Interview
Christina Chappetta headed down to Bellingham to catch up with Hannah and get the low down on her Transition TR11.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 17, 2022
First Ride: 2022 Canyon Spectral 125 - A Trail Bike With Enduro Geometry
The newest member of the Spectral family has a 64-degree head angle and 125mm of rear travel.
FMB World Tour
Feb 17, 2022
FMBA Announces Addition of FMB World Tour Women’s Division & Red Bull Best Line Women’s Contest
The Freeride Mountain Bike Association has announced the addition of the FMB World Tour Women’s Division and Red Bull Best Line Women’s Contest this 2022 season.
Beta MTB
Feb 17, 2022
Evan Turpen Wants to Shake Things Up With His High-Pivot Enduro Bike
Contra Bikes' homebrewed machine is an eyecatcher.
Matt Wragg
Feb 17, 2022
Opinion: Nobody is Talking About 1 of the Most Interesting Team Moves of the Winter
Comment comedians will need a new joke in 2023.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 17, 2022
Video: The Tech Details on Neko Mulally's High Pivot Prototype - In Depth Ep. 2
Last week, Neko published a close look at his low pivot prototype. Now, it's time to check out the high pivot version.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 17, 2022
127 Giant eBikes Stolen from Container in England
A lorry full of 2022 ebike models was broken into near London, England.
GT Bicycles
Feb 17, 2022
Video: Slashing Corners in the Whistler Bike Park with GT's Whistler Tech Rep Trev Burke
Trev Burke knows all the best lines in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park after living there for 13 years.
Marzocchi MTB Suspension
Feb 17, 2022
Marzocchi Welcomes Samantha Soriano
Samantha Soriano's Canyon Torque will be equipped with Marzocchi suspension for 2022.
Transition Bikes
Feb 17, 2022
Video: The Freeride Fiesta Experience with Johny Salido, Hannah Bergemann & the Transition Team
A ton of fun hitting massive jumps with the crew.
cellco
Feb 17, 2022
Video: Freeriding in the South of Spain with Vinny T
Good times with friends on the DH bike.
Canyon
Feb 17, 2022
Video: Braydon Bringhurst, Kathy Pruitt & Luca Cometti Get Rowdy on the New Spectral 125
Braydon Bringhurst, Kathy Pruitt & Luca Cometti takes the new Spectral out for a rapid ride.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 16, 2022
Vali Höll to Race EWS & 4 Other Surprises From the EWS Team Release
The EWS has released its 2022 teams, and there were a few pieces of info we weren't expecting.
Duncan Shaw
Feb 16, 2022
Podcast: Jamie Edmondson Talks About His 2020 Breakout Season & The Nitty Gritty of Pro Contract Negotiations
This week Duncan sits down with Jamie Edmonson and chat about everything from Jamie's breakout season in 2020 all the way to the nitty gritty of pro contract negotiations.
Matt Beer
Feb 16, 2022
Review: Pinnd CS2 Pedals - Made in Scotland to Survive the Slop
These Scottish pedals were designed to withstand years of muddy, grimy conditions.
Support Colorado Trails For The Chance to Win an Orbea
Colorado Mountain Bike Asociation, Boulder Mountainbike Alliance, and Orbea have teamed up with Jagged Axe Trail Designs to bring you the newest bike-only, downhill-only trail at Maryland Mountain.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 16, 2022
Matt Stuttard & Brady Stone Sign With New EWS Team Polygon Factory Racing
Polygon Factory Racing has entered the EWS scene, signing Matt Stuttard and young gun Brady Stone.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 16, 2022
13 Under the Radar Riders to Watch in 2022
Riders we believe could have a breakout season in 2022.
Beta MTB
Feb 16, 2022
'His Goal Was To Get Kids On Bikes' - Inside Stevie Smith's Lasting Legacy
Nearly six years after his death, the Canadian DH legend is still paying it forward.
Troy Lee Designs
Feb 16, 2022
Video: Camille Balanche, Baptiste Pierron & the Dorval AM Commencal DH Team Reveal Their 2022 Kit
The team continues with Troy Lee Designs as their official helmet, glove and protection partner and adds gear for 2022.
VeeTireCo
Feb 16, 2022
Vee Tire Co. Officially Announces Sponsorship of Intense Factory Racing & 3 More UCI DH Teams for 2022
Vee Tire Co. will support for four factory teams this season and is the title sponsor of two of the teams.
Todd Neumarker
Feb 16, 2022
Trailforks Introduces National Scenic Trails
Trailforks now has a feature that made it easy to document and visualize the iconic routes of loosely connected trails.
Norco Bicycles
Feb 16, 2022
Video: Stephanie Dupont Finds Strength in Community in "Part of Me"
Stephanie's battle with Crohn's disease pushed her to learn about herself and find new motivation in her mountain biking.
sage cattabriga-alosa
Feb 16, 2022
Video: Sage Cattabriga Alosa Hits Big Mountain Freeride Lines in 'Hallways'
Sage says the big mountain style of terrain and riding spoke to him as a skier.
Matt Wood
Feb 16, 2022
Video: Crashes Galore at Round 4 of the MTBNZ National DH Series
To say the weather was a factor would be the understatement of the day.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 15, 2022
Intense Factory Racing Seems to Have Signed With Vee Tire Co.
Intense's team members haven't been shy about posting photos of their bikes set up with tires from Vee Tire Co.
HydraPak
Feb 15, 2022
Polar Bottle Releases Two New Bottle Designs
The Session Muck is built for mountain bikers with limited bottle space, while the 30-ounce Breakaway is the largest bottle designed to securely fit in a standard bottle cage.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 15, 2022
Pivot Updates Mach 4 SL with New UDH-Compatible Rear Triangle
Pivot says the update aims to "future-proof" the bike.
Crossworxcycles
Feb 15, 2022
CrossworxCycles' Trailbike Prototype & New Colors for 2022
Crossworx are working on a new 130 or 145mm trail bike that looks stunning.
Matt Beer
Feb 15, 2022
First Ride: Reserve 30|HD Carbon Wheels Can Take Serious Hits
Reserve's new 1800 gram wheelset is designed for all-mountain and enduro riders.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 15, 2022
Video: Canyon Spectral 29 or Spectral Mullet? - The Matchup
Join Jason Lucas and Tom Bradshaw as they break down these two Canyon trail bikes.
Reserve Wheels
Feb 15, 2022
Reserve Announces 30|HD Wheelset for All Mountain & Enduro Riding
Available in 29" and 27.5" sizes, with an inner with of 30mm, the Reserve 30|HD wheelset is designed for trail, all mountain and enduro riding.
Beta MTB
Feb 15, 2022
Opinion: Complete Bikes Shouldn’t Come With Dropper Posts
Travis Engel's take on the dropper post dilemma is a controversial one, to say the least.
Sarah Moore
Feb 15, 2022
Liv Releases 29" Version of Embolden Value Trail Bike
Bigger wheels and bigger frames for the Embolden.
Mons Royale
Feb 15, 2022
Video: Casey Brown Signs with Mons Royale
Casey Brown says the partnership with a natural fibre brand aligns with her values.
Race Report: 2022 Mob n Mojave - Bootleg Canyon
Three days of racing in Bootleg Canyon.
Orange Bikes
Feb 15, 2022
Video: Manufacturing & Building Guy Martin's New Orange Five Evo
Guy gets a one-off, custom frame from Orange.
BC Bike Race
Feb 15, 2022
Details Announced for 'The Mega Volt' Multi-Day eMTB Event by the BC Bike Race
The eMTB event will take place from June 3-5, 2022 on Vancouver Island.
Revel Welcomes Karen Jarchow & Gordon Wadsworth
Revel signs up 2 US based athletes.
Seb Stott
Feb 14, 2022
Review: Starling Spur - No Derailleur, No Worries?
It's no lightweight, but the gearbox driven Spur is a very interesting ride.
Beta MTB
Feb 15, 2022
Kristin Butcher Wonders If She's Old Enough To Know Better
With age comes wisdom—or the discovery of true middle-aged happiness at a weekly jorts-optional jump jam.
TEBP
Feb 14, 2022
The European Bike Project: 5 Exciting Products from Small European Manufacturers - February 2022
Including a very proper mountain bike, a steel lefty fork, a new gear hub and more.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 14, 2022
Video: Sends & Slams at the Cannonball Whip-Off
Fresh trackside reportage from Moi Moi TV.
Ride Like a Girl Now Accepting Applications from BC Athletes for 2022
Up to twenty female mountain bike athletes between the ages of 13 to 17 years old will have the opportunity to be matched with mentors in their cycling discipline.
Cane Creek
Feb 14, 2022
Cane Creek Celebrates Valentine's Day With a Limited Edition Hot Pink Helm MKII
The limited-edition hot pink Helm MKII will only be available in 29" with a 44mm offset.
rasoulution
Feb 14, 2022
Video: Gabriel Wibmer's Late for School 2 Behind the Scenes
Crashes, nerves and coming back from injury.
Ed Spratt
Feb 14, 2022
Results: Mariana Salazar & Neko Mulally Win the Costa Rican Open Of Downhill 2022
The results are in from the 2022 Costa Rican Open Of Downhill.
RAAW Mountain Bikes
Feb 14, 2022
Photo Story: Exploring Classic Trails on the Sunshine Coast
Sampling prime singletrack in Roberts Creek.
Ed Spratt
Feb 13, 2022
Video & Update: Bull Charges Multiple Riders at Long Distance Off Road Event
Luckily it looks like the riders were able to get up and walk away after the incident.
Ed Spratt
Feb 14, 2022
Video: Brook Macdonald & Thomas Genon Shred Trails & Talk Injuries in 'Visionaries'
Brook Macdonald and Thomas Genon teach each other new skills and share their journey in mtb.
missjoeygough
Feb 14, 2022
Video: Joey Gough's 2021 Highlights
Joey Gough shares her top riding moments from 2021.
Thredbo MTB
Feb 14, 2022
Event Report: 5 Days of Racing from the Thredbo Cannonball MTB Festival 2022
Catch up on all of the action from five days of racing at the Thredbo Cannonball MTB Festival 2022.
UR Team
Feb 14, 2022
Video: Kye A'Hern's 3rd Place Run from the Thredbo Cannonball DH 2022
Only 1.5 seconds separated the top five over a five-minute course.
Race Report: BikingBlitz 2022 - Ballinastoe
The Irish mountain bike race season kicks off with the BikingBlitz at Ballinastoe.
Ed Spratt
Feb 15, 2022
Mondraker Announces the "Safety Check" Bike For the 2022 UCI DH World Cup & World Championships
The custom painted bike will be used to inspect the race course before riders get between the tape.
Ed Spratt
Feb 13, 2022
Results: Thredbo Cannonball DH 2022
Jackson Frew and Sian A'Hern take the Elite wins at the 2022 Thredbo Cannonball DH.
Ed Spratt
Feb 13, 2022
Video: Race Day Carnage from the Thredbo Cannonball DH 2022
Jack Moir is back with more trackside Cannonball carnage.
Ed Spratt
Feb 13, 2022
Results: New Zealand National DH Series Round 4 - Dunedin
The 2022 New Zealand national series comes to Dunedin for the fourth round with Sam Blenkinsop and Louise Ferguson taking the Elite wins.
Colby Mesick
Feb 13, 2022
Video: Beancore, a Plant-Based Tire Insert
'Award winning' product with its finger on the pulses of the sport.
Ed Spratt
Feb 13, 2022
Video: Dean Lucas' Flat Out POV from the Thredbo Cannonball DH 2022
Dean Lucas takes on the challenging five minute Thredbo Cannonball DH course.
Derek Teel
Feb 13, 2022
Video: Dialed Health's Black Diamond Everesting Challenge
Derek Teel takes on an off-road technical everesting challenge.
Race Report: The Cannonball MTB Festival 2022 Day 5 Downhill & Whip Wars
All the action from the final day of racing at the Cannonball MTB Festival.
Video: Saturday Sends #45
Beta MTB
Feb 12, 2022
Ghost Trail: Chasing Rewards in Chamonix’ Abandoned Past
Dan Milner joins Ludo May and Jez Wilson to explore the formidable mountain.
Ed Spratt
Feb 12, 2022
Bike Check: Lars Forster's European Champion Inspired Scott Spark RC
To mark his second European Championships victory in 2021 Lars Forster has a custom painted Scott Spark RC for 2022
Ed Spratt
Feb 12, 2022
Video: Jackson Goldstone Gets Sideways on his New Santa Cruz DH Bike
Jackson Goldstone lights up some hidden trails in the mountains around Santa Cruz, California.
Ed Spratt
Feb 12, 2022
Video: Neko Mulally Shares the Details on his Race Bike
Neko Mulally offers an in-depth look at his new custom DH bike.
French Connexion Racing
Feb 12, 2022
Video: Irénée Menjou's Progression from Privateer to Pro
Irénée Menjou is the latest signing for the Sunn French Connexion team.
Ryan Kelly
Feb 12, 2022
Video: Yoann Barelli Tries Ski Biking in Whistler
Yoann pushes his limits on a different kind of bike.
Race Report: The Cannonball MTB Festival 2022 Day 4
A massive day of racing a the 2022 Cannonball MTB Festival.
Seb Stott
Feb 11, 2022
Pinkbike Poll: How Far Do You Drive to Ride?
How many miles are you driving to ride each year?
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 11, 2022
Video: Friday Fails #208
Friday brings another batch of amazing ways to fail.
Ed Spratt
Feb 11, 2022
Slack Randoms: Full Suspension eGravel Bikes, Cycling Raps, World's Tallest Bike & More
Videos and stories from all corners of the cycling world and beyond
Beta MTB
Feb 11, 2022
Is E-bike Battery Standardization a Pipe Dream?
Of course it is—this is the bike industry we're talking about.
Ross Bell
Feb 11, 2022
Interview: Evie Richards - From Disordered Eating & Anxiety to the Rainbow Stripes
Evie Richards opens up on her breakthrough season, Olympics disappointment, the importance of mental health and how she overcame adversity to become World Champion.
Ed Spratt
Feb 11, 2022
Video: Rapid Riding & Big Crashes from the Thredbo Cannonball DH Practice
Jack Moir catches all the action
Ed Spratt
Feb 11, 2022
Video: Comparing Privateer & Factory Team Setups in Fast Life Season 5 Episode 3
Does having the support of a factory team make you a faster rider?
CC Media
Feb 11, 2022
4X Pro Tour Adds Two More Rounds for 2022
Val di Sole will host two rounds of the 2022 4X Pro Tour in September.
Rossignol Bikes
Feb 9, 2022
Morgane Jonnier Signs With the Rossignol Factory Team
Jonnier makes the move over from Peugeot
Video: Rallying the New Rallon
SCOR
Feb 11, 2022
Scor Launches Limited Edition 4060 Öhlins Frameset
Scor has released a special edition frameset with Öhlins’ TTX22M coil shock and RXF36M.2 Coil forks.
GAMUX BIKES
Feb 11, 2022
Video: Gamux Factory Racing Start Preparing for the 2022 Racing Season
Gamux Factory Racing lay the foundations for racing this year in Finale Ligure.
Simon Noble
Feb 10, 2022
Reflections on a Solstice Everest - The Longest Long Day
Simon Noble reflects on time spent in the pain cave.
Race Report: The Cannonball MTB Festival 2022 Day 3 Was All About Speed
Another day, another race at the Cannonball MTB Festival.
Rémy Métailler
Feb 10, 2022
Video: Remy Metailler Shreds the Streets of Grasse, France
To practice for the Red Bull Monserrate Cerro Abajo, Remy hit the streets of his home city.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 10, 2022
Maxxis Introduces Maxxis Factory Racing with Haley Hunter Smith, Andrew L'Esperance, Sophie Allen & Colton Peterson
2021 Tokyo Olympian Haley Smith will join three other racers on a new cross country and enduro team.
Videos: Zandri Strydom & Rory Kirk Join Commencal South Africa
Two young shredders will now be racing at a higher level.
Seb Stott
Feb 10, 2022
Starling Prototypes a New Kind Of Carbon Frame
Braided thermoplastic is claimed to be "tougher, repairable, re-useable, better quality, much less environmentally damaging" than conventional carbon.
Ed Spratt
Feb 10, 2022
Throwback Thursday: 9 Bikes Turning 10 in 2022
Iconic bikes entering their second decade.
Beta MTB
Feb 10, 2022
Cascade Components & the Right to Modify Your Bike
Aftermarket linkage components can make your bike better. Our industry just doesn’t know if they should.
Norco Bicycles
Feb 10, 2022
Norco Partners with the Dirt Series Mountain Bike Camps
The 44-event schedule zig-zags across the US and Canada.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 10, 2022
'Aggro Gravel' is a Thing Now, Apparently
Listen people, we are the only ones allowed to make up dumb bullsh*t names here.
2022 Irish Mountain Bike Season Preview
Ireland has a long season of racing lined up.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 10, 2022
Bex Baraona Joins Yeti Factory Team Alongside Kasper Woolley & Richie Rude
The winner of the Tweed Valley EWS joins Yeti.
Tenet Components
Feb 10, 2022
Tenet Introduces Bellingham-Made Omen Pedal
The new pedals are machined in Bellingham, Washington, from 6061-T6 aluminum
Mike Levy
Feb 10, 2022
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 105 - The 3 Bike Budget Challenge
We pick the bikes we'd want to own at $1,000, $3,000, and $6,000 USD.
Henry Quinney
Feb 10, 2022
Review: Giant's Pinner Pro Flat Pedals Are Grippy & Reliable
The Pinners are wide, durable, and offer good traction.
Guerrilla Gravity
Feb 10, 2022
GG Announces 2022 Bike Lineup
GG's 2022 lineup is available now, with custom builds shipping in 1-2 weeks.
Community Rallies Around Chilliwack Mountain Bike Spencer Arnold's Injury Recovery Initiative
Spencer Arnold took an unfortunate crash on Vedder Mountain earlier this month. There's a GoFundMe to support his recovery.
Race Report: The Cannonball MTB Festival 2022 Day 2 Tested Stamina
The fastest time down the long course was 6:31 - the Osprey All-Mountain Assault is not for the faint of heart or legs.
COMMENCAL BIKES & SKIS
Feb 10, 2022
Video: Antoni Villoni Makes a Stylish Jailbreak
After riding in the Paris Catacombs, Antoni Villoni discovered he has a thing for riding in forbidden places.
Sarah Moore
Feb 10, 2022
1Up Launches New Recon 5 & Recon 6 Vertical Style Rack
1Up's new hitch racks don't contact frames or forks, and can hold up to six bikes.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 10, 2022
Video: Freeride Fiesta 2022 Official Highlights
Plus a Q&A with Johny Salido.
Ed Spratt
Feb 10, 2022
Porsche Buys 20% Stake in Fazua
Porsche has continued its expansion into the cycling industry.
Official Crankworx
Feb 10, 2022
Crankworx Announces 2022 Season Including New Festival & Return to Whistler
Crankworx is back for 2022!
Ed Spratt
Feb 10, 2022
The Complete Guide to the 2022 World Cup XC Teams
A who's who of World Cup XC
James Smurthwaite
Feb 10, 2022
Florian Nicolai Signs with BH Racing
Nicolai moves to the Spanish brand after two seasons with Trek.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 10, 2022
Isla Short to Ride Juliana Bikes on a Self-Run Program
Isla is targeting World Cups, the 2022 Commonwealth Games and the 2024 Olympics.
Marcelo Gutierrez
Feb 9, 2022
Marcelo Gutierrez's Race Report & POV Video from Red Bull Monserrate Cerro Abajo 2022
After two years away from racing, Marcelo Gutierrez returned for the world's longest urban downhill race in his home country.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 9, 2022
Opinion: Muc-Off's New E-Bike Drivetrain Tool is Silly
Can a product be too e-bike specific?
Yoann Barelli
Feb 9, 2022
Yoann Barelli Launches the Into the Gnar Progression Team
Yoann Barelli embarks on his latest adventure.
bikeflights
Feb 9, 2022
BikeFlights Announces 2022 Brand Ambassadors
The ambassador list consists of 39 individuals and one team.
Garage31
Feb 9, 2022
GARAGE 31 Launches the PR.0 Tubeless Valves
There's a stylish new valve on the block.
Race Report: Round 1 of the 2022 KZN & Gauteng Gravity Series - Giba Gorge
Spirits were high, despite the wet weather.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 9, 2022
Video: What Bikes Are The Bellingham Locals Riding? - Daily Driver Bike Checks
Tom and Christina head a couple of hours south of the border to see what bikes the locals are riding in Bellingham, Washington.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 9, 2022
Ask Pinkbike: Bike Sizing, Getting Sponsored, & One Bike to Do It All
Pinkbike's tech editors answer the questions that keep you up at night.
The Merida Ex Enduro Returns for 2022
Pre-registration is now open.
Beta MTB
Feb 9, 2022
When Did Mountain Bikers Start Preferring Roads?
And here we were, thinking roads were our common enemy.
Nukeproof
Feb 9, 2022
Nukeproof Announces 2022 Lineup & Includes Delivery Schedule
Nukeproof's 2022 lineup includes new build kits and frame colors.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 9, 2022
Video: Pedro Burns' 4th Place POV at Red Bull Monserrate
Wildly enough, Pedro opted to ride his enduro bike.
Naughty Northumbrian
Feb 9, 2022
Naughty Northumbrian Postponed After Consecutive Storms
Northumberland suffered extensive damage from Storm Arwen, followed by Malik and Corrie.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 9, 2022
Video: Laurie Greenland Rips Bike Park Wales on his New Santa Cruz V10 with Charlie Hatton & Andi Kolb
Testing is well underway for the 2022 race season.
Jason Wright
Feb 8, 2022
Video: Building a Dream Freestyle Downhill MTB Park in New Zealand
The Magic Carpet consists of 20 XL features including the Crown Jewels - a 35-foot rock gap over a road into a 50-foot jump.
swissenduroseries
Feb 9, 2022
Video: Embracing the Spirit of Enduro at the Swiss Enduro Series
Enduro isn't just about speed and fast lines.
Downtime Podcast
Feb 8, 2022
Podcast: Thibaut Dapréla Talks About His Incredible 2021 Season
Thibaut made the jump up from junior to elite look pretty easy.
rasoulution
Feb 8, 2022
Red Bull District Ride Announces Details for 2022 Freeride Mountain Bike World Tour Event
After a five-year break, the event returns to Nuremberg this summer. Red Bull District Ride is a part of the Freeride Mountain Bike World Tour.
Digit Bikes Begins Assembly of Struts for New Datum
Alicia Leggett
Feb 8, 2022
Shimano Breaks Revenue & Earnings Records By Ridiculous Margins, With Bike Division Sales Up 49% over 2020
Shimano celebrated its 100th year with some big numbers.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 8, 2022
Review: Roval Control Carbon Wheels
Did someone say downcountry? The 1450 gram Roval Control wheels are a great way to save weight without totally breaking the bank.
Sarah Moore
Feb 8, 2022
Video: Aaron Gwin Explains How to Train Your Eyes to See Lines
Aaron Gwin says this is one of the most important skills to improve overall speed on trail. And he would know.
James Smurthwaite
Feb 8, 2022
Truck Driver Gassed & 10,000 Bikes Worth of Shimano Kit Stolen in Germany
The parts were stolen from the largest Czech bicycle producer, Bike Fun International.
Sarah Moore
Feb 8, 2022
NICA Names Amanda Carey as New President
Carey has been involved with NICA since 2015 and the NICA Board says that Carey was unanimously selected after a nationwide search.
Beta MTB
Feb 8, 2022
Andrew Neethling: World Cup Team Moves - Highs, Lows & Rider Predictions
Insight on the season ahead from the former World Cup racer.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 8, 2022
Good Month / Bad Month: Racing Announcements, Business Deals, an Online Scam & Litigation - January 2022
Like all months, this one has been a bit of a mixed bag.
Sarah Moore
Feb 7, 2022
Video: Emil Johansson Throws Incredible Combos in this Audi Nines Mashup
Emil Johansson puts on a show in the quarry.
Sarah Moore
Feb 8, 2022
Road Cycling Digest: Aero Meets Titanium, Pro Zwifters, Quadruple Everests, & More
What's going on in the curly bar world?
riley gardner
Feb 8, 2022
Photo Story: School of Send in Moab, Utah & Sedona with the World Class Academy MTB
Life is good when this is your school.
Introducing the 2022 Pinkbike Racing Team
James Smurthwaite
Feb 7, 2022
Updated: Jeff Steber Teases High Pivot Intense Downhill Bike
Jeff Steber has posted a sneak peek at a new prototype Intense downhill bike that looks like it incorporates a high pivot suspension design
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 7, 2022
Video: Riding 100 Kilometres in a Day - The Food Edition
Tom's back with another huge ride challenge, this time with local riders and visiting pros joining for sections and bringing with them a Kiwi-inspired plate of food to keep him fuelled.
Relief Equipements Launches European Shipping
Seb Stott
Feb 7, 2022
First Ride: 2022 Focus Jam Carbon Gets Frame Storage & A Better Ride
The Jam's carbon front triangle now has built in snack storage.
GT Bicycles
Feb 7, 2022
Video: Wyn TV at Red Bull Monserrate Cerro Abajo Urban DH
Wyn checks in with racers at the world's longest urban downhill race.
COMMENCAL BIKES & SKIS
Feb 7, 2022
Commencal Announces 'Commencal Enduro Project' Enduro World Series Team
Alex Rudeau, Guillaume Labeyrou, Louis Jeandel and Mathieu Ruffray are the riders included in this structure.
Simon Bowns
Feb 7, 2022
18 Bikes Launches Updated No9 Hardtail
The No9 is produced in house at 18 Bikes' frame workshop in Sheffield.
Movies For Your Monday 
Details Announced for the Vedder Mountain Classic XC Race + EWS Enduro Qualifier
Vedder Mountain Classic returns for 2022 with XC races and a EWS Qualifier.
Thredbo MTB
Feb 7, 2022
Details Announced for Cannonball MTB Festival 2022
The Cannonball Mountain Bike Festival returns for 2022.
Registration Now Open for the Fire in the Mountains Charity Enduro Race
100% of the funds raised will be given back to the BC Burn Fund, West Kelowna Trail Crew Society, Cris Adaptive Adventures and the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club.
Video: Sunday Saves #16
Ed Spratt
Feb 6, 2022
Results: New Zealand National DH Series Round 3 - Coronet Peak
The results are in from a stacked field of top NZ racers at the third round of the national series.
Ed Spratt
Feb 6, 2022
Video: Laurie Greenland & Jackson Goldstone's POV from Rapid Laps at Lousã
Laurie and Jackson are already looking fast on their new DH bikes.
Ed Spratt
Feb 6, 2022
Video: Hans Rey Goes on an Urban MTB Adventure with Brett Tippie, Jackson Goldstone & More
Hans Rey is joined by Joe Breeze, Charlie Kelly, Otis Guy, Brett Tippie and Jackson Goldstone as he explores the culture and history of the San Francisco Bay area.
Ed Spratt
Feb 6, 2022
Video: Top 3 Runs from Red Bull Monserrate Cerro Abajo Urban DH 2022
Watch the fastest three runs after riders took on the endless steps of the Monserrate Cerro Abajo Urban DH race.
Mike Levy
Feb 5, 2022
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 104 - Lachlan Morton on How to be a Happy Bike Racer and the World's Longest Climb
Lachlan talks about what it takes to compete at the highest level and how that can bring out the worst in some people, wild tours in Columbia and Eastern Europe, and mountain biking at Leadville and across the 142-mile Kokopelli Trail.
Ed Spratt
Feb 5, 2022
Results: Red Bull Monserrate Cerro Abajo Urban DH 2022
A new course record has been set at the world's longest urban DH race.
Ed Spratt
Feb 5, 2022
Replay: Red Bull Monserrate Cerro Abajo Urban DH 2022
Watch all of the action from the world's longest urban DH race.
Spencer Rathkamp
Feb 5, 2022
Video: Spencer Rathkamp on How Riding Improves Mental Health
"There can be no happiness if the things we do are different from the things we love."
Ed Spratt
Feb 5, 2022
Video: Aaron Gwin Rides Snowy DH Laps in Southern California
Aaron Gwin takes gets some practice laps in on snowy dusted SoCal trails.
teeneegee
Feb 5, 2022
Video: Using Mountain Biking as a Tool to Recharge & Enjoy Nature
Sometimes you just have to stop and smell the flowers.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 4, 2022
Bike Check: Isak Leivsson's Handmade 130mm Jib Bike
Complete with handbuilt high-rise bars that were "somewhat made by eye."
Alicia Leggett
Feb 4, 2022
Royal Racing Introduces 2022 Lineup
Royal's latest range includes updates on its Apex, Quantum, and Core collections, plus a few new items.
Sarah Moore
Feb 4, 2022
Tech Briefing: Hubs with Magnets, Longer Droppers, Colourful Pedals, & More - February 2022
An eclectic serving of tech, from revolutionary products to traditional novel gear, with some wacky stuff thrown in for good measure.
Matt Beer
Feb 4, 2022
Pinkbike Poll: Do You Session Features or Cruise Along Without Stopping?
How often do you stop to practice a move during a ride?
Matt Beer
Feb 4, 2022
Review: Michelin's Wild Enduro Racing Line Tires Are Tough, Tacky, & Heavy
Tired of flatting? Looking for a set of extra burly tires? Michelin may have the answer.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 4, 2022
Video: $3,800 vs. $10,000 Used Mountain Bike - Budget vs. Baller Episode 8
So, did all that extra money Jason spent add up to a better bike? Or have Henry's economic, jet fuelled dreams come true?
ForbiddenBike
Feb 4, 2022
Video: Wild Times in Wales with Seth Barrett
Seth Barrett takes a spin on all kinds of Welsh backcountry trails.
Sarah Moore
Feb 4, 2022
Video: Official Trailer for Reed Boggs' Riding Off Cliffs
The full film that follows Boggs in his journey to becoming one of the world's best freeriders will be released in March.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 4, 2022
Video: Friday Fails #207
There are so many creative ways to make it into Friday Fails, even if none of them are intentional...
Mike Levy
Feb 4, 2022
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 103 - Secrets from the World Cup Pits with Henry Quinney
Blacked out tires, glued on fake fork dials, and what it's like to wrench for the fastest racers in the world.
Beta MTB
Feb 4, 2022
On Season: A Winter Weekend With The Shire Crew
Two days with one of the PNW's most prolific trail building crews.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 4, 2022
Swatch Announces Sponsorship of Tayte & Seth Proulx-Royds
The two young BC rippers have new support and custom helmets to go along with it.
Online Deals - February 2022
Great deals on suspension in this month's Online Deals.
Canyon
Feb 4, 2022
Video: Shredding Down Under with Canyon Collective Australia
Bow Habermann and Laura Craft join the Australian arm of the Canyon CLLCTV.
Transition Bikes
Feb 4, 2022
Video: Proper UK Turn Smashing & All the Style with Ryan Middleton
Some incredible looking dirt.
cubebikesofficial
Feb 3, 2022
Hanna Steinthaler Joins the Cube Actionteam for 2022
Hanna Steinthaler joins Veronika Brüchle, Jonas Goeweil and Gusti Wildhaber to complete the 2022 team roster.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 3, 2022
Canyon Bicycles Appoints Former Nike Executive as New CEO
Nicolas de Ros Wallace is entering the bike industry after more than a decade with Nike.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 3, 2022
Ibis Introduces Blackbird Send Aluminum Wheels
With the new Blackbird Send wheels, Ibis introduces a new component brand.
Ed Spratt
Feb 3, 2022
Sciu Launches a Carbon Enduro Bike With Ambitious Sustainability Goals
Sciu's bikes are made overseas, but they've set out several goals to help reduce their environmental impact.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 3, 2022
The Complete Guide to the 2022 World Cup DH Teams
All the who-went-where for the 2022 World Cup DH racing season.
Ed Spratt
Jan 15, 2022
Updated: Leatt Sponsors Pivot Factory Racing - A Complete Timeline of 2022 Team Moves
We have pulled together all of the departures and retirements so far this offseason and this will be updated as more news comes in.
Mike Levy
Feb 3, 2022
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 102 - Should MTB Media Be Going to Press Camps?
A behind-the-scenes look at costly press camps, but should the media even be going to them at all?
ifhtfilms
Feb 3, 2022
Video: Mahalo My Dude Work on Getting a Flatter Table in 'Tables Are Easy'
Matt Dennison and Kaz Yamamura are on a mission to get a flatter table.
COMMENCAL BIKES & SKIS
Feb 3, 2022
Video: Natural Dual Slalom on the New Commencal Meta SX
Looks like a whole lot of fun.
Ed Spratt
Feb 3, 2022
Video: Kate Courtney, Loic Bruni & Finn Iles Search for Extra Speed in Fast Life Season 5 Episode 2
Loic Bruni and Finn Iles tackle the muddy and rutted Les Gets World Cup, while Kate Courtney is battling it out in Nové Mesto.
Beta MTB
Feb 3, 2022
Still in Service: Twenty6 Prerunner Pedals
Travis Engel has been riding these pedals for 13 years.
Podcast: Training Wisdom and 2022 World Cup Chat With Chris Kilmurray 
Ladies AllRide Mountain Bike Skills Camps Open Registration for 2022
Ladies AllRide camps are back for their eighth season with over a dozen camps in the US.
Video: Spanish Road Trip with Vinny T
7mesh
Feb 3, 2022
Rémy Métailler Partners with 7mesh for 2022
7mesh will now be Rémy Métailler's head-to-toe apparel partner.
Sarah Moore
Feb 2, 2022
Must Watch: Jill Kintner Rides with Her Favorite Critters in 'Bandit Hill' Fairy Tale Animation
Bandit Hill showcases Kintner's riding while creatively telling a magical little story about the critters on her Red Bull helmet coming to life.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 2, 2022
Video: Neko Mulally on Back-to-Back Testing in Frameworks Ep. 2
Neko Mulally sets about answering some of the questions we've all been asking ourselves about a high vs. low pivot downhill bike. This one's a fun watch.
OneUp Components
Feb 2, 2022
OneUp Announces New 240 and 90mm Dropper Posts
OneUp dropper posts are now available in 10mm increments from 70mm all the way up to 240mm.
Beta MTB
Feb 2, 2022
Martin Whiteley Analysis: 2022 World Cup Team Moves
Silly season is over. Who came out on top and which teams need time to rebuild?
Mike Kazimer
Feb 2, 2022
Maxxis Updates EXO+ Tire Construction
Maxxis has switched to a 60 tpi casing on their EXO+ tires for increased puncture protection.
Greg Watts
Feb 2, 2022
Video: A Jordie Lunn Tribute in Baja with Greg Watts, Darren Berrecloth, Geoff Gulevich & Craig Lunn
Jordie's longtime friends and brother head to Baja to try and get a bit of closure.
NOBL Wheels
Feb 2, 2022
RAW Video: Not Your Typical XC Ride with Cam McCallum on Vancouver Island
XC in BC has a definition of its own.
Ron Hasselhof
Feb 2, 2022
Video: Nicholi Rogatkin & Reed Boggs Are Back at It with Snow Bikes
It's not the wheels that make the bike, it's the handlebars and the fork.
UR Team
Feb 2, 2022
Video: Kye A'Hern's Full Race Run POV at the Victorian DH MTB Series
New bike, new team, and slotting into second place.
Ben Travis
Feb 2, 2022
Video: Ben Travis Hits the Streets on His Trials Bike in January
The music and vibes are chill, many of the clips are not.
GGRGIRLWE
Feb 2, 2022
Girlz Gone Riding Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary with a Decade of Milestones
The largest women’s mountain-biking club in North America, Girlz Gone Riding, was co-founded in 2012 and now has over 4,000 members.
Beta MTB
Feb 2, 2022
Photo Essay: Mattias Fredriksson & Ludo May in Verbier, Switzerland
No other mountain bike photographer brings the Alps to life in quite the same way as photographer Mattias Fredriksson.
Matt Beer
Feb 1, 2022
Review: 2022 Specialized Status 140 - The Slope-Duro-Cross Weapon
Specialized has gone consumer direct with the Status, which packs a serious punch for $2,999.
Henry Quinney
Feb 1, 2022
OneUp Announces New 240mm & 90mm Dropper Posts
New options from OneUp for riders tall and small.
Mike Kazimer
Feb 1, 2022
Review: 2022 Santa Cruz Heckler MX - The Battery Powered Bronson
The Heckler's new 720 Wh battery gives it even more range for big adventures.
I Am Specialized
Feb 1, 2022
Video: Status Bike Park Jam at Spider Mountain Bike Park
Good times sessioning the best zones at Spider Mountain Bike Park with local shredders.
Marzocchi MTB Suspension
Feb 1, 2022
Video: Jaxson Riddle Sends It In Style in 'Where I've Been Livin'
Full extension and then some.
Sarah Moore
Feb 1, 2022
First Look: Saris' New Modular Hitch System Bike Rack
Saris has a sturdy new hitch rack with lots of well-designed features.
USOpenMTB
Feb 1, 2022
Details Announced for the 2022 US Open of MTB
The 2022 race festival will be returning to Killington Resort this September 15-18th.
Troy Lee Designs
Feb 1, 2022
TLD Welcomes Brad Simms
Troy Lee Designs welcomes BMX street legend, Brad Simms to their roster with a multi-year helmet and glove deal.
Miranda Bike Parts
Feb 1, 2022
Laura Charles Joins Miranda Factory Team for 2022 with Focus on EWS-E Racing
After a year with Orbea, Laura Charles joins Emanuel Pombo, Tiago Ladeir and André Francisco on the Miranda Factory Team.
rideTSG
Feb 1, 2022
TSG Sponsors Gamux Factory Racing Team
The Gamux Racing Team will be riding in the full arsenal of TSG protection, from helmets to gloves and technical riding apparel to full body armour.
PROPAIN-Bicycles
Feb 1, 2022
The Ruso Brothers Join Propain Bikes
The Ruso Brothers will be representing Propain.
Registration Opens for the North American Enduro Cup
Registration opens for the 2022 North American Enduro Cup on February 1, 2022.
swissenduroseries
Feb 1, 2022
Registration Opens for Swiss Enduro Series
After two sold-out races in the first season of the Swiss Enduro Series, there are now five races on the 2022 SES calendar.
Press Releases
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Live Elite XCO Results from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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XCC Photo Epic: Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Results: Slopestyle - Crankworx Cairns 2024
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[UPDATED] Elite XCC Highlights, Results & Overall Standings from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Replay: Slopestyle - Crankworx Cairns 2024
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U23 XCO Results from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Asa Vermette & Neko Mulally's Course Preview for the Monster Pro Downhill Series Round 2
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Video: Norco Race Division's Gracey Hemstreet Learns from the Best - Just Getting Started EP2
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Final Results: Pump Track - Crankworx Cairns 2024
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Replay: Pump Track - Crankworx Cairns 2024
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[UPDATED] Elite XCO Start List from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Final Results from Speed & Style at Crankworx Cairns 2024
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Video: Christopher Blevins Recaps the Lead-up to his World Cup Win in Episode 2 of 'Chapters'
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Pinkbike Poll: If Mountain Bikes Had Never Existed, Would You Still Be a Cyclist?
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Replay: Speed & Style - Crankworx Cairns 2024
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Bike Check: Connor Fearon's Forbidden Supernought - Crankworx Cairns 2024
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Value Field Test: Marin San Quentin 3 - The Good Life Behind Bars
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Bike Check: George Chapman's Zerode Taniwha - A Gearbox Bike Without the Gearbox
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Rider List Announced & (Terrifying) Course Updates Teased for Red Bull Hardline Wales 2024
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Review: Wolf Tooth Components Ripsaw Aluminum Flat Pedals
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U23 XCC Results from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Video: Winning Runs from the Downhill at Crankworx Cairns 2024
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Video: Practice Footage from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Final Results from the Downhill at Crankworx Cairns 2024
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Video: XCO Course Preview from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Video & Race Report: Trans Madeira Summer 2024 - Day 3
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Replay: Downhill - Crankworx Cairns 2024
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Video: Rider Press Conference from the Nove Mesto XC World Cup 2024
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Value Field Test: Devinci Kobain - Hardtail Nirvana
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Industry Nine Announce Hydra Grade 300 V2 Alloy Wheelset
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