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Ian Hylands    Sep 30, 2011
Highland Mountain and Cannondale announce OverMoun Highland Mountain and Cannondale announce OverMountain Enduro Race
Highland Mountain Bike Park is thrilled to announce the addition of a new event on Saturday, October 22, with over $10,000 Cash Purse!
Ian Hylands    Sep 30, 2011
Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 4 Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 4
Day four of the Trans-Provence with a new video.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 30, 2011
Pinkbike Product Picks Pinkbike Product Picks
Shimano XTR Trail Brakes • American Classic AM 29 Tubeless Wheelset • Fox Racing Shox Kashima Coating • Morningstar Tools Rim 'Rench

Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Damien Vergez    Sep 30, 2011
Yannick Granieri  Interview Yannick Granieri Interview
The last video in this year's Fastfokus series is about to drop in November, but first here is an interview with the final rider, Yannick Granieri.
Robert De Grace    Sep 30, 2011
Dirt, Vert, and Chai Dirt, Vert, and Chai
Adventure draws us all in, it's in our cycling nature to want to explore and have fun. Here's a little tale about a day of riding in the forests of India.
Cycles Devinci    Sep 30, 2011
Split Pivot on Devinci bikes explained by Dave Wea Split Pivot on Devinci bikes explained by Dave Weagle
Dave Weagle is here to explain how the Split Pivot system works on the 2012 Devinci mountain bikes.
Jay Hoots    Sep 29, 2011
The Crowsnest Pass - Alberta's Next Riding Area? The Crowsnest Pass - Alberta's Next Riding Area?
The Crowsnest Pass in Southern Alberta contains a vast landscape of rolling hills and mountains, so why is the riding only now just starting to take off?
Laurence Crossman-Emms    Sep 29, 2011
Reunion – In Search of Bangers. Reunion – In Search of Bangers.
Photographer Laurence Crossman-Emms and Duane Walker set out to shoot some bangers

A PB Widescreen Photo Article
Ian Hylands    Sep 29, 2011
Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 3 Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 3
The Trans Provence is well underway and the internet is not on their side, but the weather is. Enjoy the edit inside.
Vanessa Carrington    Sep 29, 2011
Loeka Women's Clothing - Reviewed Loeka Women's Clothing - Reviewed
Loeka's women's riding gear gets put through the ringer. Find out how it performed inside!
Russ Clark    Sep 29, 2011
Live to Ride - Being Free - New Feature Length Fil Live to Ride - Being Free - New Feature Length Film
Here is the teaser to Live to Ride - from the makers of the series we aired last Winter / Spring. They have been busy!
Ian Hylands    Sep 28, 2011
2011 Trailmaster Challenge Wildkogel

 2011 Trailmaster Challenge Wildkogel


The 2011 Trailmaster Challenge Wildkogel

 took place in the mountains of Austria a month ago, Angie Hohenwarter was there to report on it.
Dan Barham    Sep 28, 2011
Wild Wild Whitehorse Wild Wild Whitehorse
Photographer Dan Barham calls up Kamloops shredder Dylan Sherrard, and the two head to the Yukon. What follows is an exclusive Pinkbike look into where Dylan grew up, a place where the sun never sets in the Summer.
Calgary Cycle Race Team    Sep 28, 2011
10th Annual Alberta Freeride Awards Sunday, Octobe 10th Annual Alberta Freeride Awards Sunday, October 2nd
Attention all Alberta riders - Free shuttles at the AFA's this weekend, so come out and enjoy a great day of riding and awards.
Ride My Domain    Sep 28, 2011
Stevens Pass Bike Park Open To The Public This Wee Stevens Pass Bike Park Open To The Public This Weekend: October 1 - 2
Washington State's first lift access Bike Park is open this weekend, so get out there and rip up the trails.
Morpheus Bikes    Sep 28, 2011
Morpheus - Name the Prototype DJ Bike Contest Morpheus - Name the Prototype DJ Bike Contest
Morpheus Cycles is giving you a chance to win one of their new dirt jump frames - all you have to do is come up with a name! Find out more inside and put your name ideas in the comments.
Mike Levy    Sep 28, 2011
Arbutus Racks - Interbike 2011 Arbutus Racks - Interbike 2011
Arbutus Racks may have solved many of the problems that plague current bike rack designs. Have a look at how it works inside.
David Peacock    Sep 27, 2011
Time for Some Whips Time for Some Whips
David Peacock and Mike Hopkins head West to catch up with their friends - the Coastal Crew. Some jumps are hit and some whips are thrown - all in PB HD!
Ian Hylands    Sep 27, 2011
Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 2 Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 2
If you can make it through Day 2 of the Trans Provence then you can probably make the rest no problem...
Julian Coffey    Sep 27, 2011
Gnarly Metal - Full Edit Gnarly Metal - Full Edit
Mountain biking collides with high tech manufacturing in this latest search for design innovation. Edge Factor's latest episode Gnarly Metal puts the world of slopestyle under the gaze of North America's biggest names in manufacturing, engineering, design and education.
Mike Levy    Sep 27, 2011
Tech Tuesday - Rotor Straightening Tech Tuesday - Rotor Straightening
Today's Tech Tuesday shows you how to straighten your rotor without using any tools. Read the hints inside.
Tyler Maine    Sep 27, 2011
Silver Star Closing Weekend Stats Silver Star Closing Weekend Stats
Silver Star Bike Park Closes the Trails for the 2011 Season and here are some stats from the last weekend at the park.
Karl Burkat    Sep 27, 2011
Biking in Slow Motion - 1000 Frames per Second Biking in Slow Motion - 1000 Frames per Second
Martin Söderström, Yannick Granieri, Brandon Semenuk, Cam McCaul and Niki Leitner slow things down a little for you guys.
Alasdair MacLennan    Sep 27, 2011
Northerndownhill 2011 Round 5 | Alwinton Northerndownhill 2011 Round 5 | Alwinton
Alwinton now seems to be a staple of the Northerndownhill series in the UK; a steep and technical track that becomes many a rider's nightmare as the weekend progresses. Here's the story from round five of the series which took place there this weekend.
STUND Visions    Sep 26, 2011
STUND Season 3 - Episode 1 - Nelson, BC STUND Season 3 - Episode 1 - Nelson, BC
The first one is live and it's game on! Episode one starts off in Nelson, BC with Kinrade, Romo, Buehler, Doerfling and local guest rider Kurt Sorge.
Steve Crowe    Sep 26, 2011
Kicking Horse Bike Park - Trail Crew Update #7 - 2 Kicking Horse Bike Park - Trail Crew Update #7 - 2011
Yesterday was the last day of riding at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort for the 2011 season. The trail crew worked hard right to the end and are already looking forward to 2012.
Tyler Maine    Sep 26, 2011
Random Products Part Five - Interbike 2011 Random Products Part Five - Interbike 2011
Interbike has wrapped up here at Pinkbike with our biggest random gathering of parts yet.
Ian Hylands    Sep 26, 2011
Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 1 Third Annual Trans-Provence - Day 1
Riders have finished the first day of this incredible seven day adventure across Provence.

Photos and Video
Cut Media    Sep 26, 2011
Matti Lehikoinen seriously injured Matti Lehikoinen seriously injured
From all of Pinkbike, we wish him all the best and a speedy recovery.
Karl Burkat    Sep 26, 2011
Tara Llanes Classic 2011 - Recap Video Tara Llanes Classic 2011 - Recap Video
The 2011 Tara Llanes Classic is in the books, check out the video action from the Classic Giant Mega DH and Industry Cup
Tyler Maine    Sep 26, 2011
Movies for your Monday Movies for your Monday
25 edits to cover the gauntlet of riding this week, kick back and don't get into trouble.
Ryan Kuhn    Sep 26, 2011
ZEPtechniques - the evolution of MTB instruction ZEPtechniques - the evolution of MTB instruction
As Bike Parks grow and evolve, so does the need for more qualified instructors and programs to teach the teachers. ZEPtechniques are working hard to develop such a program, learn more inside.
Ian Hylands    Sep 25, 2011
USA National Championships 2011 - Binggeli and Kin USA National Championships 2011 - Binggeli and Kintner win DH
Logan Binggeli and Jill Kintner are the 2011 US National DH Champions

Complete Results Posted
Tara Llanes    Sep 25, 2011
Tara Llanes Classic 2011 - Day 1 Tara Llanes Classic 2011 - Day 1
Today was the XC and the Kid's races at the Tara Llanes Classic at Northstar at Tahoe Resort here in California. Aaron Larocque brings you a day one edit from the event.
Ian Hylands    Sep 25, 2011
Schwalbe Euro 4X Series - Tomas Slavik wins overal Schwalbe Euro 4X Series - Tomas Slavik wins overall
Tomas Slavik has won the Schwalbe Euro 4X series title.

Video Added, Complete Results Posted
Fraser Britton    Sep 25, 2011
ODI Invitational Go Kart Race - Interbike 2011 ODI Invitational Go Kart Race - Interbike 2011
Fraser attended the ODI Invitational Go Kart Race in Vegas and it looked like a good time.
Summer of Summit Ep. 3 - Breaking the bubble. Summer of Summit Ep. 3 - Breaking the bubble.
Living in Whistler looks amazing, but what happens when you leave that bubble? Great things happen!
Ian Hylands    Sep 24, 2011
USA National Championships 2011 - Kintner and Rope USA National Championships 2011 - Kintner and Ropelato win DS
Jill Kintner and Mitch Ropelato are the new US National Champions in Dual Slalom

Complete Results Posted, Photos Added
Ian Hylands    Sep 24, 2011
USA National Championships 2011 - Day 2 USA National Championships 2011 - Day 2
Matt Delorme has just sent us a second installment of photos from US Nationals at Beech Mountain.

Cat 2 and 3 DH results and Slalom Qualifying results Posted
Ian Hylands    Sep 24, 2011
Fourcross Alliance speaks out. Fourcross Alliance speaks out.
The Fourcross Alliance held a riders meeting at the final race of the Schwalbe Euro 4X Series yesterday, and they've now released this. Let us know what you think.
Matt Wragg    Sep 24, 2011
Pinion Gearbox - Ridden Pinion Gearbox - Ridden
Pinkbike takes Pinion's new sequential 18-speed gearbox out onto the trails for an on-dirt report.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 24, 2011
First Look at the Ellsworth Method - Interbike 201 First Look at the Ellsworth Method - Interbike 2011
The Method (name chosen from the "Name the Frame" contest held at Sea Otter) is a lightweight DH - freeride bike that has an adjustable-angle headset and a front derailleur option built in.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 23, 2011
Magura's Thor 150 AM/Trail Fork and the Affordable Magura's Thor 150 AM/Trail Fork and the Affordable MT2 Brake - Interbike 2011
Magura get it right in the long-travel trailbike class, and turns up the heat in the lightweight (and affordable) brake wars for 2012.
Ryan Cleek    Sep 23, 2011
Mammoth Mountain, Re-Riding The Original Mammoth Mountain, Re-Riding The Original
Mammoth Mountain has 40 trails that are beckoning you to come ride them and you only have a short time left to do that. Ryan Cleek drops in and reports on the goods.
Ian Hylands    Sep 23, 2011
USA National Championships 2011 - Practice Day 1 USA National Championships 2011 - Practice Day 1
US National Championships are on right now at Beech Mountain in North Carolina. Here are a few pics from the first day.

UPDATE - Friday Results posted
Mike Levy    Sep 23, 2011
Pinkbike Product Picks Pinkbike Product Picks
Chromag Lynx saddle • Maxxis Ardent 29 x 2.4" tire • RockShox Monarch RT3 shock • Point One Racing Podium pedal

Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Lone Wolf Productions    Sep 23, 2011
Lone Wolf Productions - Riding with Greg Watts Lone Wolf Productions - Riding with Greg Watts
Greg Watts and Lone Wolf Productions teamed up this year for this rider segment, enjoy!
Ian Hylands    Sep 23, 2011
Video of the Month - August 2011 Video of the Month - August 2011
The most viewed videos from August on Pinkbike!
Ian Hylands    Sep 23, 2011
Third Annual Trans-Provence starts this Saturday! Third Annual Trans-Provence starts this Saturday!
Trans-Provence is an incredible all mountain race that covers 320km of France and includes 10,000 meters of climbing and 15,000 meters of descending.
Lauren Archer    Sep 22, 2011
The Atherton Project - Season 3 - Episode 9 The Atherton Project - Season 3 - Episode 9
The final round of the UCI DH took place in Val Di Sol and the Athertons wrapped up their season overalls on the podium, episode 9 of the Atherton Project inside.
Ian Hylands    Sep 22, 2011
UCI pulls 4X from World Cup Circuit! UCI pulls 4X from World Cup Circuit!
The UCI have pulled 4X from the 2012 World Cup Circuit, although they say it will still be a part of World Champs.

Initial Report, more to come...
Ian Hylands    Sep 22, 2011
UCI Releases Official 2012 World Cup schedule. UCI Releases Official 2012 World Cup schedule.
The UCI have released the official World Cup Schedule for next season, without any 4X on it.

more to come...
Richard Cunningham    Sep 22, 2011
Norco's Truax, Sight and Revolver - Interbike 2011 Norco's Truax, Sight and Revolver - Interbike 2011
Three 2012 bikes that define the BC experience from Norco.
Ian Hylands    Sep 22, 2011
The North Face First Look - Interbike 2011 The North Face First Look - Interbike 2011
Pinkbike takes a first look at The North Face's 2012 MTB Clothing line-up.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 22, 2011
Syntace Debuts Lightweight Stem for Super-Wide Han Syntace Debuts Lightweight Stem for Super-Wide Handlebars - Interbike 2011
Syntace was showing their new stem that is ready to handle 800mm wide bars with ease, and a carbon-shaft seat post designed to take the edge off big hits.
Szymon Syrzistie    Sep 21, 2011
Sony VAIO Joy Ride Open - Night Downhill Sony VAIO Joy Ride Open - Night Downhill
Live in Poland? Wanna race at night and then party it up? This Saturday is your time to shine!
Tyler Maine    Sep 21, 2011
2012 Norco Bikes 2012 Norco Bikes
First we unveiled the high end candy and now it is time to show the rest of each model from the Aurum, Truax, Range, Sight, and Revolver line ups.
Mike Levy    Sep 21, 2011
Random Products Part Four - Interbike 2011 Random Products Part Four - Interbike 2011
Pinkbike stops by Rocky Mountain to take a look at their sexy carbon fiber Element 70MSL and Flatline World Cup downhill racer, Shimano to check out the all-mountain inspired carbon Tharsis components and Dakine's booth to have a look at their latest clothing additions and new backpacks. You'll also find SRAM's prototype 10 speed Grip Shift, spotted on Jaroslav Kulhavy's race bike, inside as well.
Ian Hylands    Sep 21, 2011
Picture of the Month - August 2011 Picture of the Month - August 2011
Here are the most viewed images from August on Pinkbike.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 21, 2011
Speedplay Syzr Pedal – Interbike 2011 Speedplay Syzr Pedal – Interbike 2011
The Speedplay Syzr's remarkable new pedal/cleat interface design is more secure and float is adjustable, learn more inside.
STUND Visions    Sep 21, 2011
STUND Season 3 - Episode 1 & Schedule STUND Season 3 - Episode 1 & Schedule
We are pumped that the next two months worth of Mondays will be starting with a new episode of Stund Season 3!
Mike Levy    Sep 20, 2011
Red Bull Divide and Conquer Red Bull Divide and Conquer
Mountain bikers get ready, there is a new Red Bull event coming to the North Shore in Summer, 2012.
Flowline Trail Design    Sep 20, 2011
Frisco Bike Park Grand Opening Frisco Bike Park Grand Opening
Seeing municipal bike parks like this gives me hope that mountain biking in towns will see a long and healthy life, good work Frisco.
Mike Levy    Sep 20, 2011
Danny Hart's World Champ Winning Giant Glory - Int Danny Hart's World Champ Winning Giant Glory - Interbike 2011
Danny Hart's World Champ winning Giant Glory was on display in the SRAM booth at Interbike and we stopped in for a closer look. Check out the details inside.
Mike Levy    Sep 20, 2011
Straitline's AMP Pedal - Interbike 2011 Straitline's AMP Pedal - Interbike 2011
We take a closer look at Straitline's new all-mountain inspired pedal, the AMP. Check out the details inside, as well as an interview with the engineer who designed them.
Mike Levy    Sep 19, 2011
Bike Dice - Video Bike Dice - Video
Alan Hepburn, Jarrett Moore and Wink get together for a rowdy game of Bike Dice. Aaron Larock was there to film it - check out the edit inside
Mike Levy    Sep 19, 2011
Cam and Tyler McCaul On The Prowl - Interbike 2011 Cam and Tyler McCaul On The Prowl - Interbike 2011
Cam and Tyler McCaul prowl the halls of Interbike and interview the Claw, some stuck up mannequins and a sleeping Chinese factory owner. Oh, and Tyler gets a unicorn tattoo! Watch the video inside...
Ian Hylands    Sep 19, 2011
2011 iXS European Downhill Cup - Markus Pekoll and 2011 iXS European Downhill Cup - Markus Pekoll and Miriam Ruchti win overall!
Marcus Klausmann and Emilie Siegenthaler have won the final stop of the iXS European Downhill Cup in Chatel, France. Markus Pekoll and Miriam Ruchti take the overall. Complete Results Posted
Piotr Kabat    Sep 19, 2011
Rocketsode #1 Rocketsode #1
Last season the Rocket Crew brought us their full length movie, this year they are dropping Rocketsodes - here is #1.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 19, 2011
X-Fusion Suspension News - Interbike 2011 X-Fusion Suspension News - Interbike 2011
Vector Air DH shock and independent rebound and compression circuits highlight the X-Fusion lineup.
Mike Levy    Sep 19, 2011
Aaron Gwin Interviewed By Kirt Voreis - Interbike Aaron Gwin Interviewed By Kirt Voreis - Interbike 2011
Trek World Racing rider Aaron Gwin gets interviewed by Kirt Voreis in the Smith Optics booth to talk about where he comes from, his training and where he wants to go. Watch the video interview inside.
Tyler Maine    Sep 19, 2011
Movies for your Monday Movies for your Monday
Interbike ran throughout last week in Las Vegas, Nevada and what an action packed show it was. Speaking of action packed, here are 16 edits for this week's kick off.
Banshee Bikes    Sep 19, 2011
Charity Mike Montgomery Replica Banshee Amp Auctio Charity Mike Montgomery Replica Banshee Amp Auction
To commemorate two incredible years with Mike Montgomery, Banshee Bikes have set up an eBay auction to sell off a replica Banshee Amp frame built up with an amazing spec very similar to he one Mike rides.
Karl Burkat    Sep 19, 2011
Brews and Views is Part of US National Championshi Brews and Views is Part of US National Championships This Weekend
USA's top gravity racers will be heading to Beech Mountain Resort this coming weekend for USA Cycling’s Mountain Bike Gravity National Championships. Mountain biking won't be the only thing on tap with the Brews and Views festival taking place there as well.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 18, 2011
Diamondback First Look - Interbike 2011 Diamondback First Look - Interbike 2011
Proto AM 29er hardtail • DFS downhill bike nears production • Watch the video walk-through.
Ian Hylands    Sep 17, 2011
Interbike 2011 - Day 2 and 3 in Photos Interbike 2011 - Day 2 and 3 in Photos
A final installment of Interbike show big photos from Ian Hylands.
Karl Burkat    Sep 17, 2011
Sam Hill and Darren Berrecloth - 4 Ways to Ride Sam Hill and Darren Berrecloth - 4 Ways to Ride
Hill and Berrecloth mix it up on their Stumpjumpers.
Karl Burkat    Sep 17, 2011
RockShox DIY Contest - And the winner is... RockShox DIY Contest - And the winner is...
After a lot of sleepless nights at the SRAM offices trying to decide a winner, without further adieu we present the winner of the RockShox design comp who will be tasked with creating the sticker kit for the 2013 Rockshox Totem...
Mike Levy    Sep 17, 2011
G-Form Padding - Interbike 2011 G-Form Padding - Interbike 2011
G-Form's impact reactive padding is offered in a much slimmer and lighter package than other options, making it more appealing for trail and all-mountain riders. Learn more about their shape shifting padding inside.
Karl Burkat    Sep 17, 2011
iXS EDC 2011 #6 Chatel - Course Check iXS EDC 2011 #6 Chatel - Course Check
The last leg of the iXS European Downhill Cup is on tomorrow, take a look at the course they'll have to cruise down in Chatel.
Mike Levy    Sep 16, 2011
Anthony Messere Video Interview - Interbike 2011 Anthony Messere Video Interview - Interbike 2011
Morpheus shredder Anthony Messere sits down with Pinkbike to talk about his amazing season. Watch the video inside!
Tyler Maine    Sep 16, 2011
Random Products Part Three - Interbike 2011 Random Products Part Three - Interbike 2011
We still have a few bits that we want to show you from the desert and then we move inside to the air climate controlled Sands Convention Center.
Mike Levy    Sep 16, 2011
Straitline's Prototype Hydraulic Gyro - Interbike Straitline's Prototype Hydraulic Gyro - Interbike 2011
Straitline showed us their second generation prototype hydraulic gyro at Interbike 2011. Watch the video inside with Cam McCaul, Mike Montgomery and Aaron Chase.
Mike Levy    Sep 16, 2011
Twenty6 Predator Pedal and F1.2 Stem - Interbike 2 Twenty6 Predator Pedal and F1.2 Stem - Interbike 2011
Twenty6 has their new Predator pedal on display at Interbike 2011 and it features some interesting changes. Have a look at it, as well as their F1.2 stem, inside to learn more.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 16, 2011
First Mountain Bike Ever - Interbike 2011 First Mountain Bike Ever - Interbike 2011
Breezer number one was on display for only two days at Interbike - a rare sight on loan from a museum.
Ian Hylands    Sep 16, 2011
Day 1 and 2 in Photos - Interbike 2011 Day 1 and 2 in Photos - Interbike 2011
The first day and few select photos from Interbike by Fraser Britton and Ian Hylands...
Richard Cunningham    Sep 15, 2011
Dirt Demo Tech Tour - Interbike 2011 Dirt Demo Tech Tour - Interbike 2011
Poking through the shelves and displays at the world's most rider-friendly expo I found a few things that deserve some added attention.
Tyler Maine    Sep 15, 2011
FOX Racing Shox - Interbike 2011 FOX Racing Shox - Interbike 2011
Imagine being able to consistently set up suspension in your shop for any rider before they head out, thus giving them a better ride? FOX shows off their concept IRD (Intelligent Ride Dynamics) set up at Interbike 2011
Tyler Maine    Sep 15, 2011
FOX Racing Shox - Rip Off the Strip! FOX Racing Shox - Rip Off the Strip!
FOX Racing Shox takes us on a little ride into the desert to check out another portion of their company - the Offroad Racing division. Aaron Larocque and I gladly go along to capture the experience.
Julian Coffey    Sep 15, 2011
Santa Cruz and Enve Carbon - Interbike 2011 Santa Cruz and Enve Carbon - Interbike 2011
The 'Racelight' Syndicate V10 carbon frame and swingarm make their debut, weighing in a full 600 grams lighter than their predecessors.
Mike Levy    Sep 15, 2011
Prototype Maxxis Minion 29" x 2.5" and new DHR 2 T Prototype Maxxis Minion 29" x 2.5" and new DHR 2 Tires - Interbike 2011
Maxxis shows their commitment to big wheels with a prototype 29" x 2.5" Minion DHF, as well as the brand new Minion DHR 2 rear tire. Check out the details inside.
Mike Levy    Sep 15, 2011
iXS Metis Helmet and Berrecloth Signature Knee Pad iXS Metis Helmet and Berrecloth Signature Knee Pads - Interbike 2011
iXS had their 2012 Metis helmet to show off, and we take a closer look at the Claw's Signature Slope-Series EVO knee pads and impressive $90 USD Phobos fullface.
Mike Levy    Sep 15, 2011
Michelin Wild Grip'r 2 and the Inner tube Reinvent Michelin Wild Grip'r 2 and the Inner tube Reinvented - Interbike 2011
We take a closer look at Michelin's brand new Wild Grip'r 2 all-mountain tire, as well as their radical looking Protek Max inner tube.
Mike Levy    Sep 14, 2011
Cane Creek Double Barrel Air - Interbike 2011 Cane Creek Double Barrel Air - Interbike 2011
Cane Creek gives us a close look at their new air sprung Double Barrel shock, and we hit the trails for a first test with it bolted to Intense's new carbon fiber Carbine trail bike.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 14, 2011
Random Products Part Two - Outdoor Demo 2011 Random Products Part Two - Outdoor Demo 2011
A few shovels full of dirt tech from the unpaved aisles at the base of Bootleg Canyon bike park in between rain storms at this year's Outdoor Demo
Ian Hylands    Sep 14, 2011
Interbike 2011 - Dirt Demo Day 2 in Photos. Interbike 2011 - Dirt Demo Day 2 in Photos.
Ian Hylands and Fraser Britton bring you more great photos from the Interbike Dirt Demo.
Mike Levy    Sep 13, 2011
Devinci Wilson's Carbon Swingarm and 29'er Atlas - Devinci Wilson's Carbon Swingarm and 29'er Atlas - Interbike 2011
Devinci's 2012 Wilson downhill bike gets a carbon fiber swingarm for 2012, and we take the first look at their new Atlas 29'er.
Tyler Maine    Sep 13, 2011
Random Products Part One - Outdoor Demo 2011 Random Products Part One - Outdoor Demo 2011
Interbike 2011 is well underway and I got to spend a few hours at the Outdoor demo on Monday before being revved away for the afternoon. Here are some things that caught my eye on day one.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 13, 2011
Pivot Cycles Launches Carbon Mach 5.7 – Interbik Pivot Cycles Launches Carbon Mach 5.7 – Interbike 2011
Pivot's most popular long-travel trailbike looks pretty swank in composite black.
Fraser Britton    Sep 13, 2011
Interbike 2011 - Dirt Demo Day 1 in Photos. Interbike 2011 - Dirt Demo Day 1 in Photos.
The first day of Dirt Demo at Interbike is over, check out some of the days sights from Ian Hylands and Fraser Britton.
Karl Burkat    Sep 13, 2011
RockShox DIY Contest - Top 10 RockShox DIY Contest - Top 10
After receiving over 1000 designs, the team at SRAM have narrowed it down to 10, check them out!
LandonStirling    Sep 12, 2011
EVOC - One Year And Counting EVOC - One Year And Counting
This time last year EVOC was just breaking ground in North America at Kokanee Crankworx. Fast forward and the German company is making serious in-roads designing and manufacturing some rad products, as well as working with some of the top athletes in our sport.
Karl Burkat    Sep 12, 2011
Red Bull District Ride 2011 Video Red Bull District Ride 2011 Video
If you missed all the action live on PB, take a look at this wrap up vid.
Sharon Bader    Sep 12, 2011
Revelstoke, B.C. - Alpine XC/AM and Great Freeridi Revelstoke, B.C. - Alpine XC/AM and Great Freeriding!
I missed this trip and have been kicking myself for the past month. Revelstoke B.C. holds so many riding gems that it needs to be put on a bucket list - make it happen folks!
Julian Coffey    Sep 12, 2011
Giant Maestro Suspension Technology Giant Maestro Suspension Technology
Giant asked Clay Porter, director and filmer of 3 Minute Gaps, to capture the core concepts behind Maestro Suspension Technology - Clay kills it in this latest edit. Maestro is the very same technology behind Danny Hart and his incredible 2011 season, including his now infamous World Championship run in Champery.
Tyler Maine    Sep 12, 2011
Movies for your Monday Movies for your Monday
We are in Vegas this week for Interbike, so here are 15 edits to get you feeling the love for your next ride.
Mike Levy    Sep 11, 2011
Da Bomb Tsar Bomba and New Thin Pedals - Eurobike Da Bomb Tsar Bomba and New Thin Pedals - Eurobike 2011
We take a closer look at Da Bomb's flashy Tsar Bomba downhill bike, their new 11mm tall Bare Bones pedal and a direct mount bar and stem combo that uses a 35mm clamp diameter.
Julian Coffey    Sep 11, 2011
Gnarly Metal Premieres at imX During Interbike Gnarly Metal Premieres at imX During Interbike
Interested in the world of design and manufacturing? Just a reminder, on September 13, 2011, Pinkbike presents the premiere of Gnarly Metal - Episode 2 of the Edge Factor TV series, featuring Mike Montgomery and Casey Groves.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 11, 2011
Cannondale Joins Europe’s Big-Wheel Revolution – Eurobike 2011
Jerome Clementz's Claymore is looking fast, while the new Jekyll is ready to tear up trails near you, oh and there may be some good looking 29ers in here too.
Tyler Maine    Sep 11, 2011
Jaws on the Hunt Jaws on the Hunt
Long time Pinkbike friend, Jaws, brings us a banger Summer edit of freeride senders all the way from Poland.
Ian Hylands    Sep 10, 2011
Red Bull District Ride 2011 - Finals in Photos Red Bull District Ride 2011 - Finals in Photos
Sam Pilgrim has won the Red Bull District Ride, and our photographers have been busy as well!

Check out the photos from finals!
Ian Hylands    Sep 10, 2011
Sam Pilgrim wins the Red Bull District Ride! Sam Pilgrim wins the Red Bull District Ride!
Sam Pilgrim has won the final FMB World Tour Event, Martin Soderstrom second and Brandon Semenuk third!

Full Results and Photos to come...
Richard Cunningham    Sep 10, 2011
Formula’s New Oval-Piston Brake, AM Wheels and F Formula’s New Oval-Piston Brake, AM Wheels and Front Suspension – Eurobike 2011
Hard-stopping DH brake at only 361 grams per wheel is news enough, but don't tell that to Formula.
Ian Hylands    Sep 10, 2011
FMB World Tour Show live from Red Bull District Ri FMB World Tour Show live from Red Bull District Ride
In this episode of the FMB World Tour Show Paul Rak talks about judging, and Aaron Chase discusses the Red Bull District Ride Course
Mike Estes    Sep 10, 2011
Matthew Slaven Interview - US Enduro Champion Matthew Slaven Interview - US Enduro Champion
The Enduro scene is slowly gaining headway here in North America and with his results last weekend, Matthew Slaven is the US Enduro Champion. Mike Estes sits down and gets a word in with Mathew post event.
Karl Burkat    Sep 10, 2011
Red Bull District Ride Course Walk with Cam McCaul Red Bull District Ride Course Walk with Cam McCaul
Cam McCaul takes us through the Red Bull District Ride course in style.
Ian Hylands    Sep 9, 2011
Red Bull District Ride 2011 - Day 2 Best Trick Red Bull District Ride 2011 - Day 2 Best Trick
Check out another big picture piece from our photographers in Germany, Christoph and Lars.

Practice and Best Trick Photos
Ian Hylands    Sep 9, 2011
Danny Harts Winning Run in HD - World Championship Danny Harts Winning Run in HD - World Championships 2011
Freecaster have released the full video of Danny Hart's winning run from World Championships in full HD.

Check it out here!
Connor Macleod    Sep 9, 2011
Jamie Biluk 2011 Fetish Piece Jamie Biluk 2011 Fetish Piece
I've known Jamie since he was a scrawny kid from Manitoba and Connor from his appearances in Digger's older flicks. Great to see these two best friends team up on this edit - best of luck to each of you guys!
STUND Visions    Sep 9, 2011
Stund Season 3 - The Trailer Stund Season 3 - The Trailer
Pinkbike is proud to showcase this trailer for the third season of Stund.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 9, 2011
Pinkbike Product Picks Pinkbike Product Picks
Pearl Izumi Kicker Launch Short • Shimano XT Trail Pedal • Kenda Slant Six Tire • Ryders 2012 Shore Goggle • Spank Oozy LTD stem

Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 9, 2011
Commencal Expands its Meta AM Platform - Eurobike Commencal Expands its Meta AM Platform - Eurobike 2011
The 150mm Meta AM is joined by the muscular Meta SX, and a long-travel 29er for 2012 from Andorra's Commencal Bikes.The 150mm Meta AM is joined by the muscular Meta SX, and a long-travel 29er for 2012 from Andorra's Commencal Bikes.
Calgary Cycle Race Team    Sep 9, 2011
10th Annual Alberta Freeride Awards 10th Annual Alberta Freeride Awards
Ten years goes by so fast, we were there in the beginning and we're stoked to see the AFAs still going a decade later.
Tyler Maine    Sep 9, 2011
Online Deals - September Online Deals - September
September is here and that means back to school for many, for us we are blowing out the DVDs, plus deals from our online partners inside!
Richard Cunningham    Sep 8, 2011
Scott Genius 10 with its 1800-gram All-Mountain fr Scott Genius 10 with its 1800-gram All-Mountain frame - Eurobike 2011
Handlebar-mounted controls for suspension travel, lockout, saddle-height, braking and shifting - and you can steer with it too.
Lauren Archer    Sep 8, 2011
The Atherton Project - Season 3, Episode 8 The Atherton Project - Season 3, Episode 8
Follow the Athertons as they go out on Enduro motorbikes for a day of play between World Cup DH rounds and then head to La Bresse, France for some more DH racing action.
Aaron LaRocque    Sep 8, 2011
Mount Washington with Strahan Loken Mount Washington with Strahan Loken
Aaron Larocque and Strahan Loken took a trip to Vancouver Island's Mount Washington and caught some golden light on sick trails for us all to enjoy.
Alasdair MacLennan    Sep 8, 2011
The Danny Hart Attack The Danny Hart Attack
Danny Hart showed that he is the real deal by winning the World Champs this past weekend in the rain at Champery in Switzerland. Here's the story of what it was like straight from the finish line.
Ian Hylands    Sep 8, 2011
The New ContourROAM - First Look The New ContourROAM - First Look
We got to take a quick advance look at the new ContourROAM which launches today. It's a new easy-to-use camera in Contour’s line of hands-free video cameras that offers the simplest way to capture a variety of quality action video.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 8, 2011
KTM’s Lineup Looks Promising – Eurobike 2011 KTM’s Lineup Looks Promising – Eurobike 2011
The Austrian powerhouse has something in every mountain bike category and a few battery-powered surprises for 2012.
Hermann Eder    Sep 8, 2011
Lahnvalley Crew Playgrounds Lahnvalley Crew Playgrounds
The Lahnvalley Crew knows how to have a good time and their summer edit is no exception.
Steve Crowe    Sep 8, 2011
Kicking Horse Bike Park - Trail Crew Update #6 - 2 Kicking Horse Bike Park - Trail Crew Update #6 - 2011
There are still three weekends of shredding to be had at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, so get on that steel horse and ride it!
Ian Hylands    Sep 8, 2011
2012 Profile Elite Hubs - First Look 2012 Profile Elite Hubs - First Look
Pinkbike takes a first look at the new Profile Elite Hubs.
Karl Heldt    Sep 8, 2011
Silvia at Sun Peaks Bike Park - Justin Terwiel Silvia at Sun Peaks Bike Park - Justin Terwiel
The boys from Silvia bring another stellar edit to Pinkbike showcasing the skills of Justin Terwiel.
Richard Cunningham    Sep 8, 2011
Fancy Footwear From Mavic - Eurobike 2011 Fancy Footwear From Mavic - Eurobike 2011
Three shoes for trail riders that are well worth considering and a favorite wheelset that you'll hear more of later.
Film This Tyler    Sep 8, 2011
The Tom Wheeler Project Part 2 The Tom Wheeler Project Part 2
The second part of this series is about Tom's initial road to recovery and how his mates and work are helping him stay positive and get back on his bike.
Jacob Gibbins    Sep 7, 2011
Manon Carpenter 2011 World Champion and World Cup Manon Carpenter 2011 World Champion and World Cup Overall winner
2011 Junior World Champion, Junior World Cup Champion, 10th World Cup Overall - Manon Carpenter has had an astounding season.
Mike Levy    Sep 7, 2011
RockShox, Truvativ and SRAM - Eurobike 2011 RockShox, Truvativ and SRAM - Eurobike 2011
Have a look at the new X0 level carbon crankset with a built in power meter, RockShox's Monarch XX Carbon rear shock and X5's new wide range 10 speed gearing inside.
Ian Hylands    Sep 7, 2011
Red Bull District Ride 2011 - Day 1 Course Check Red Bull District Ride 2011 - Day 1 Course Check
The Red Bull District Ride Best Trick contest is tomorrow, and Christophe Laue and Lars Scharl are on the ground for Pinkbike and have some pre-event photos lined up.

Video Added
Tyler Maine    Sep 7, 2011
2011 DH World Championship - Monster Specialized 2011 DH World Championship - Monster Specialized
Team Monster Specialized had a great showing at World Champs with Troy Brosnan taking the win in Junior Expert for the second year in a row, while Sam and Brendan were in the top 10. Here's a look at their weekend.
Mike Levy    Sep 7, 2011
Suntour Durolux and Carbon Fork - Eurobike 2011 Suntour Durolux and Carbon Fork - Eurobike 2011
Suntour updates their 180mm travel Durolux fork with new adjustments and a refined damping cartridge, as well as showing off a lightweight carbon legged trail model.
Tyler Maine    Sep 7, 2011
What BC Cup DH Racers are running. What BC Cup DH Racers are running.
Ever wonder what the guys and girls that pay for their stuff are running? Here is a look into the BC Cup race scene and what the riders are bolting onto the bikes that they are paying for on their own.
Julian Coffey    Sep 7, 2011
Just The Tip - World Champs Edition Just The Tip - World Champs Edition
It's been a while, but we're back with a new episode of Just The Tip! Tippie and the PB crew rolled into Champery and things got a little muddy...
Lance Tueller    Sep 7, 2011
Handmade - Morewood Bikes Handmade - Morewood Bikes
Gary Perkins gets a personal look into Morewood bikes in this short film - Handmade.
Karl Burkat    Sep 7, 2011
Red Bull District Ride - Replay on Pinkbike at 10p Red Bull District Ride - Replay on Pinkbike at 10pm PST
Missed the action from Saturday from Red Bull's District Ride? Watch a replay coming up in a few hours on Pinkbike
Alasdair MacLennan    Sep 7, 2011
O'Neal - Eurobike 2011 O'Neal - Eurobike 2011
O’Neal had a big presence here in 2010 and again this year with their 2012 range. There are more than a few standout products on display; we’ve picked some of the best.
James Wilson    Sep 7, 2011
Bulletproof Knees & Lower Back Bulletproof Knees & Lower Back
James Wilson wants you to be a stronger rider and to be able to enjoy your riding even more. Here he takes a look a bulletproofing your knees and lower back.
Tara Llanes    Sep 6, 2011
2011 Tara Llanes Classic only weeks away! 2011 Tara Llanes Classic only weeks away!
The 2011 Tara Llanes Classic is only weeks away and the site is ready with all the details to get you signed up and ready for a great weekend of racing!
Mike Levy    Sep 6, 2011
Yeti 303 WC - Eurobike 2011 Yeti 303 WC - Eurobike 2011
We take a closer look at Yeti's new 303 WC race bike. Check out the details inside.
Cut Media    Sep 6, 2011
Team GT at the World Championships Team GT at the World Championships
Big thanks to MTB Cut and GT Bicycles for the World Cup videos all season. Here is their last race from World Champs in Champery on the weekend.
Alasdair MacLennan    Sep 6, 2011
Random Products Part Three - Eurobike 2011 Random Products Part Three - Eurobike 2011
More treasures from the many halls of Eurobike have been found and here we take a look at a further selection of what was on display.
Freehub Magazine    Sep 6, 2011
Episode 7 : 44 Days and Rolling Episode 7 : 44 Days and Rolling
Episode 7 is the final video in the 44 Days and Rolling series for 2011 and what a great trip it has been - thanks for sharing it all with us!
Ian Hylands    Sep 6, 2011
Bear Ceiri wins the Green Mountain Showdown Bear Ceiri wins the Green Mountain Showdown
Take a look at the 5 slideshows from the first-ever Green Mountain Showdown bike culture photo competition.
Ian Hylands    Sep 5, 2011
Red Bull District Ride coming up this weekend! Red Bull District Ride coming up this weekend!
The Red Bull District Ride is the final event of the FMB World Tour and it's coming up this weekend, here's a preview and the final rider list.
Colin Meagher    Sep 5, 2011
World Championships 2011 - DH Finals in Photos World Championships 2011 - DH Finals in Photos
A Final Big Picture Post from Colin Meagher in Champery.

DH Finals Photos
Fraser Britton    Sep 5, 2011
World Championships 2011- Race Day in Photos World Championships 2011- Race Day in Photos
A Final Big Picture Post from Fraser Britton in Champery

DH Finals Photos
Mike Levy    Sep 5, 2011
Manitou's Marvel Pro and Real Custom Tuning - Euro Manitou's Marvel Pro and Real Custom Tuning - Eurobike 2011
Manitou had their 140mm travel Marvel Pro fork on display and we took a close look at its inner workings, as well as the Absolute Plus Tuning kit that lets shops or riders revalve their forks with the help of detailed dyno charts and explanations. Get the lowdown inside.
Si Paton    Sep 5, 2011
Paton's Pick Part Two - Eurobike 2011 Paton's Pick Part Two - Eurobike 2011
More jewels dug up by our man on the ground Si Paton.
Tyler Maine    Sep 5, 2011
Movies for your Monday Movies for your Monday
Danny Hart won the World Championships in DH yesterday and today we've got 29 edits for you to enjoy.
Julian Coffey    Sep 4, 2011
Danny Hart's First Interviews As World Champ Danny Hart's First Interviews As World Champ
Si Paton, race director of the Halo BDS, elbows his way to the podium to get fellow countryman Danny Hart's first impressions as the new World Champ! Brett Tippie follows up with an iPhone candid...
Ian Hylands    Sep 4, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Danny Hart wins in Cham World Championships 2011 - Danny Hart wins in Champery!
Danny Hart has won the DH at Champery by 11 seconds!!! Damian Spagnolo 2nd and Sam Blenkinsop 3rd.

Complete Results posted
Ian Hylands    Sep 4, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Evan Warner wins Boxxer World Championships 2011 - Evan Warner wins Boxxer Worlds!
Rock Shox mechanic Evan Warner has beaten last year's winner Len Hornidge to take the 2011 Boxxer Worlds in Champery!

Boxxer Worlds in Pictures - by Colin Meagher
Ian Hylands    Sep 4, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Emmeline Ragot wins! World Championships 2011 - Emmeline Ragot wins!
Emmeline Ragot has won the women's title today in Champery ahead of Rachel Atherton and Claire Buchar!

Complete results posted
Karl Burkat    Sep 4, 2011
2011 Men's Junior Championship Results - Troy Bros 2011 Men's Junior Championship Results - Troy Brosnan Wins
Troy Brosnan, David Drummer and Guillaume are your top 3 in the Men's Junior Championship in Champery

Complete Results Posted
Ian Hylands    Sep 4, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Manon Carpenter wins Ju World Championships 2011 - Manon Carpenter wins Junior Women's
Manon Carpenter has won the Junior Women's DH title this morning in Champery

Complete Results Posted
Ian Hylands    Sep 4, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Final DH Practice World Championships 2011 - Final DH Practice
Some great photos from Fraser and Colin on the last day of DH practice before the big event!
Ian Hylands    Sep 4, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Rob Warner Course Previ World Championships 2011 - Rob Warner Course Preview
Before tomorrow's DH final check out one of the funniest course previews we've seen in a while from Freecaster's Rob Warner.

*Language Warning, Rob utters a lot of expletives in this one*
Tyler Maine    Sep 3, 2011
Team Chain Reaction Nukeproof Worlds 2011 - Pit Ch Team Chain Reaction Nukeproof Worlds 2011 - Pit Chat
Nigel talks to everyone and gets us a good look at what is happening in the pits as racers prepare for tomorrow's World Cup DH Final. Thanks Nigel!
Tyler Maine    Sep 3, 2011
Team GT Worlds 2011 - Pre Race Video Team GT Worlds 2011 - Pre Race Video
It's cool to listen to riders that have history at world's and their journeys, GT riders Beaumont and Hannah share some stories of what World's means to them.
Alasdair MacLennan    Sep 2, 2011
e*thirteen LG1+ Pedals And More - Eurobike 2011 e*thirteen LG1+ Pedals And More - Eurobike 2011
e*thirteen showed us a massive amount of new 2013 products, including their much anticipated LG1+ pedals, complete wheelsets and their own rims, and a new crankset. Check out the details inside.
Si Paton    Sep 2, 2011
Fox Clothing 2012 - First Look Fox Clothing 2012 - First Look
Fox Clothing heads into 2012 with some choice apparel offerings that not only take it up a notch on the tech side, they look pretty sweet too.
Ian Hylands    Sep 2, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Prokop and Beerten win World Championships 2011 - Prokop and Beerten win 4X!
Michal Prokop and Anneke Beerten are your new 4X World Champions!

Complete Results and Photos posted
Richard Cunningham    Sep 2, 2011
Tioga MT-Zero Platform Pedal and Psycho Genius Ven Tioga MT-Zero Platform Pedal and Psycho Genius Venture DH Tire - Eurobike 2011
A no-axle pedal that is less than ten millimeters thick and a 2.5-inch tire with shape-shifting tread inside!
Ian Hylands    Sep 2, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Timed Training World Championships 2011 - Timed Training
Aaron Gwin and Rachel Atherton are fastest in timed training by 5 seconds! Full Timed Training Times and DH Start List posted

Now in PB Widescreen with Photos added!
Cut Media    Sep 2, 2011
World Champs 2011: Bike Setup World Champs 2011: Bike Setup
Dave Garland from team Chain Reaction Nukeproof talks you over the specifics of the team's setup for the super steep and technical Champery course. Also featuring former World Cup racer Nigel Page.
Alasdair MacLennan    Sep 2, 2011
Random Products Part Two - Eurobike 2011 Random Products Part Two - Eurobike 2011
Fresh from the halls of Friedrichshafen is another batch of assorted Eurobike goods for you to look at.
Mike Levy    Sep 2, 2011
Prototype Spank Stem and New Wheels - Eurobike 201 Prototype Spank Stem and New Wheels - Eurobike 2011
Spank debuted their prototype stem and a new downhill race wheelset today at Eurobike. Check them out inside.
Mike Levy    Sep 2, 2011
Alpinestars MTB Bionic Jacket And New Gloves- Euro Alpinestars MTB Bionic Jacket And New Gloves- Eurobike 2011
Want to run your neck brace with upper body armour? Alpinestars has the solution with their new MTB Bionic Jacket.
Coastal Crew    Sep 2, 2011
Coastal Crew - Summer Time Voltage Coastal Crew - Summer Time Voltage
Kyle, Curtis and Dylan take some time off from the "From the Inside Out" project and just ride their bikes at home. It's as fun as it sounds...
Ian Hylands    Sep 1, 2011
Champery World Championships - Day 4 Champery World Championships - Day 4
It started to rain last night at Worlds, leaving today's DH track wet and greasy. Some more shots from Fraser and Colin in today's report.

More Big Pictures!
Ian Hylands    Sep 1, 2011
World Championships 2011 - Buhl and Prokop qualify World Championships 2011 - Buhl and Prokop qualify first in 4X
Melissa Buhl and Michal Prokop have qualified fastest in 4X today in Champery. Complete results and start lists posted

New and Improved, now with Big Pictures!
Si Paton    Sep 1, 2011
Paton's Picks Part One - Eurobike 2011 Paton's Picks Part One - Eurobike 2011
Si 'Superfly' Paton is walking the floors at Eurobike this week and picking his top bits daily. Here is a look at what caught Si's eye today.
Ian Hylands    Sep 1, 2011
SRAM gets a new rig for Europe! SRAM gets a new rig for Europe!
A few weeks ago in Val di Sole SRAM said goodbye to their old European race trailer, and the new one arrived in Champery. It has to be the pimpest trailer on the circuit.

Photos by Fraser Britton
Richard Cunningham    Sep 1, 2011
Bionicon Is On The Move - Eurobike 2011 Bionicon Is On The Move - Eurobike 2011
New frame and suspension designs and Bionicon's first coil-sprung fork and shock.
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