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James Smurthwaite
Sep 30, 2020
Spotted: Ghost's New Full Suss XC Bike - Nove Mesto World Cup XC 2020
Anne Terpstra has a new race bike for the Nove Mesto XC World Cup.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 30, 2020
Bike Check: Mathias Flueckiger's Thomus Lightrider WC - Nove Mesto World Cup XC 2020
The Swiss rider's Short Track, sprint set up.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 29, 2020
Bike Check: Brook Macdonald's New Mondraker Summum
Brook will be returning to downhill racing at Crankworx Innsbruck.
Ed Spratt
Sep 28, 2020
Bike Check: Charles Murray's Pivot Firebird 29
Charles Murray concluded his EWS season with a 6th place finish in Finale.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 28, 2020
Spotted: New SRAM AXS Paddle in Finale Ligure
It looks like a more thumb-friendly shift paddle is on the way.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 28, 2020
Etnies Release Camber Crank MTB Shoe
The Camber Crank uses a Michelin rubber sole and was designed specifically for mountain biking.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 25, 2020
Spotted: Greg Callaghan is Riding a New Devinci Enduro Bike in Finale Ligure
Looks like Devinci have something new in the works.
Ed Spratt
Sep 24, 2020
Throwback Thursday: 12 Enduro Bikes That Have Won In Finale
Take a look back at the bikes that have been ridden to victories over the last seven years.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 24, 2020
Ask Pinkbike: Adjusting B-Tension, Cutting Forks, Making a Full-Suspension Rigid, & Quieting Loud Hubs
Pinkbike's tech editors answer the questions that keep you up at night.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 24, 2020
Dainese Release Revamped Trail Skins Protection Line
Dainese's new and improved Trail Skins line is designed for all-day pedaling.
Mike Levy
Sep 24, 2020
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 24 - Why Even Buy a DH Bike?
If any downhill bike on the market can make you feel like a World Cup pro, how come we're wondering why you'd buy one?
James Smurthwaite
Sep 24, 2020
Patrol Evolves the Geometry of Its 691 Enduro Bike
The new 691 Evo gets the longer and slacker treatment for 2021.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 23, 2020
First Look: Actofive Unveils Fully CNC'd Aluminum P-Train
The latest version of this eye-catching bike begins life as a solid block of aluminum.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 23, 2020
Hyper to Begin Selling High End Mountain Bikes Through Walmart
Hyper Bicycles' Eric Carter has confirmed the brand is gearing up to begin selling high-end mountain bikes through Walmart.com in the USA and Canada in the near future.
Matt Wragg
Sep 22, 2020
Bike Check: Maxime Folco's Blue Collar Trans Vesubienne Trek Top Fuel
A look at Maxime's privateer build for the Trans V.
Mike Levy
Sep 22, 2020
Spotted: Norco's Aluminum High Pivot, Long-Travel Something?
Norco's been working on an aluminum high pivot bike.
Matt Wragg
Sep 22, 2020
Bike Check: Mary Moncorge's Trans Vesubienne BMC Agonist
The teacher and former enduro and e-MTB racer shows off her Downcountry set up.
Matt Wragg
Sep 22, 2020
Bike Check: Alexis Cheneviers Trans-Vesubienne Yeti SB100
The most impressive all-round mountain biker you have never heard of.
Ed Spratt
Sep 19, 2020
Bike Check: Iago Garay's Santa Cruz Megatower - EWS Pietra Ligure 2020
Iago's Megatower is ready to take on the rocks of Pietra Ligure.
Ed Spratt
Sep 19, 2020
Bike Check: Ella Conolly's Cannondale Jekyll - EWS Pietra Ligure 2020
Ella will be looking for another strong result this weekend after a 3rd place finish in Zermatt.
Ed Spratt
Sep 19, 2020
Bike Check: Lewis Buchanan's Prototype Forbidden Race Bike - EWS Pietra Ligure 2020
Another look at the upcoming long travel Forbidden.
Ed Spratt
Sep 19, 2020
Bike Checks: Comparing Jesse Melamed & Remi Gauvin's Rocky Mountain Altitudes - EWS Pietra Ligure 2020
Same but different. Take a look at Remi and Jesse's race machines.
Ed Spratt
Sep 19, 2020
Bike Check: Jack Moir's Canyon Strive - EWS Pietra Ligure 2020
Jack's a relative newcomer on the EWS scene, but he already made his mark this season with a 4th place finish at Zermatt.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 18, 2020
Pinkbike Poll: Does Mixing Wheel Sizes Make Sense?
Do you prefer the same sized wheels front and rear, or are you considering mixing things up?
James Smurthwaite
Sep 18, 2020
MTB Tech We've Spotted at the 2020 Tour de France
Did you know XTR brake rotors are lighter than their Dura-Ace equivalent?
James Smurthwaite
Sep 18, 2020
MDE Updates Italian-Made Aluminium Carve & Damper Frames
An completely revised trail bike and a few tweaks for the Damper enduro bike.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Sep 17, 2020
Bike Check: Brendan Fairclough's Custom F**k Corona Scott Gambler
"One careful owner, only used once". This bike could be yours as Brendog will be raffling it for charity.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 16, 2020
First Look: Endura's Updated MT500 Waterproof Line
Endura's MT 500 range is designed to hold up to full-day riding in harsh conditions.
Ed Spratt
Sep 14, 2020
The Ultimate Recap of Across the Pond Beaver 2020
All of the content from the Across the Pond Beaver virtual trade show in one place.
Ed Spratt
Sep 13, 2020
The Best Tech From Val di Sole XC World Cups
All the best lightweight racing tech from Val di Sole.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 11, 2020
Bike vs Bike: Connor Fearon's 2007 Kona Stab Deluxe vs 2020 Operator
Connor Fearon's quarantine project was bringing an old DH bike back to life and then racing it.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 11, 2020
The Best Tech From Val di Sole Downhill World Cups
Hop in the time machine for a trip down bike tech way.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 11, 2020
Randoms: Packs, Straps, Locks, Pedals, Armor, & Saddles - Across the Pond Beaver
One more batch of random parts and accessories from Across the Pond Beaver.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Sep 11, 2020
Bike Check: Peter Kaiser's Custom Trek Ticket - Audi Nines 2020
A custom DJ hardtail for the Austrian youngster.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 11, 2020
Intend Releases Its 'Regular' Blackline Ebonite Fork - Across the Pond Beaver
"It is hard to beat a myth like lateral stiffness without a huge marketing budget or large OE-sales."
Brian Park
Sep 11, 2020
High Above's Slimmer Hip Pack, Smartwool's New Kit, Giant Loop's PLB Holder, & My 2x2 Moto Rack - Across The Pond Beaver
Levy isn't the only Pinkbike employee with a questionable motor vehicle.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 10, 2020
New Stems, Dropper Posts, Lights, & More From Bontrager - Across the Pond Beaver
A fresh batch of accessories from Bontrager.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Sep 10, 2020
Bike Check: Ike Klaassen's Santa Cruz V10 CC - Audi Nines 2020
Hailing from Stellenbosch, South Africa, the home of Darkfest and the renowned Hellsend compound, Ike was destined to be stylish on two wheels.
Ed Spratt
Sep 10, 2020
Randoms: Weird & Wild Things From Past Trade Shows - Across the Pond Beaver
Revisit some of the strangest trade show sights from the last 10 years.
Ed Spratt
Sep 9, 2020
Tech Briefing: Affordable Bikes, eMTBs & More - September 2020
All the latest tech from September.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 8, 2020
Bike Check: Billy Hoyes' Single Speed Banshee Rune Jib Machine
160mm of travel, one gear, and one brake make this enduro bike quite a unique ride.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 8, 2020
New Tools, Pumps & Tire Repair Kits From Lezyne - Across the Pond Beaver
Take a look at Lezyne's latest multi-tools, pumps, and tire repair solutions.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 8, 2020
New Enduro and Gore-Tex Clothing From 7mesh - Across the Pond Beaver
7Mesh's apparel lineup has expanded with new shorts and jerseys, plus waterproof jackets and pants.
Sarah Moore
Sep 8, 2020
Yeti's 2021 Apparel Collection - Across the Pond Beaver
Yeti's new bike apparel isn't just really nice for a company that's specialty is making bicycles. It's really nice, period.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 7, 2020
Bike Check: Chris Mandell's SID Man Edition Specialized Epic EVO
An Epic EVO with a build that's a little different than your typical weight-weenie XC setup.
Ed Spratt
Sep 7, 2020
Five Ten Releases Trailcross XT Flat Pedal Shoes - Across the Pond Beaver
The XT takes inspiration and technology from the Adidas Terrex trail running shoes.
Ed Spratt
Sep 7, 2020
Bike Check: Flowrider Racing's Shaun Palmer Inspired Revel Rascal LT
25 years on from Palmer's classic Intense M1.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 7, 2020
First Look: Shred's Range of Knee Pads Use Proprietary Slytech Foam - Across the Pond Beaver
We take a look at the ski brand's foray into MTB protection.
Ross Bell
Sep 4, 2020
Bike Check: Florian Nicolai's Trek Slash Component by Component
Dig into all the details of Flo's new race machine.
Dan Roberts
Sep 4, 2020
SR Suntour's New Durolux EQ Fork - Across the Pond Beaver 2020
The Durolux gets updated for 2020 with a new negative spring system.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 4, 2020
Kona Releases 2 New e-MTBs - Across the Pond Beaver
A 29er Remote 160 and a new 130mm E-MTB from Kona.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 4, 2020
Bike Check: Hannah Bergemann's Transition Sentinel
This Sentinel is built for sending.
Sarah Moore
Sep 3, 2020
TLD's New Waterproof Resist Pants & Skyline Chill Jersey - Across The Pond Beaver 2020
A super stretchy waterproof pant and a thicker version of the Skyline jersey for cool fall rides.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 3, 2020
Throwback Thursday: 7 Cool Things From Eurobike That Never Made It Big
Take a look back at some of the wild and wacky creations seen at Eurobike.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 3, 2020
Bike Check: The 100% European Bike Project Build With an Unreleased Fork - Across the Pond Beaver 2020
Everything from the frame to the tire sealant on this Crossworx Dash 29 is European manufactured.
Mike Levy
Sep 2, 2020
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 21 - Stuff We Were Wrong About
Admitting you were wrong usually isn't fun, but it was today: Episode 21 is all about eating crow.
Mike Kazimer
Sep 2, 2020
PRO Expands Bar, Stem, & Dropper Post Lineup - Across the Pond Beaver
A new 34.9mm dropper, higher rise carbon bars, and more stems from PRO.
Dan Roberts
Sep 2, 2020
2021 GT Bikes Highlights - Across the Pond Beaver
For 2021, GT have added some new models to their line ranging from their all-mountain and enduro Force all the way through to the old-school inspired Pro Series.
Press Releases
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Slack Randoms: MiRiDER's Hope Folding eBike, Downhill VS Moto, Earthed 3 & More
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Bike Check: Evan Wall's Haro Greer Prototype Enduro Bike
1 days ago | 138 comments -
Nerding Out: Ranking the 2024 DH World Cup Team Changes
1 days ago | 30 comments -
Video: Luca Cometti Takes On 10 Disciplines For The 2024 Season
1 days ago | 16 comments -
Video: Gravity School Racing at the Portugal Cup Rd. 2 in 'Finding Speed' Ep3
1 days ago | 5 comments -
Video: JT Fisher Trains for the EDR in 'Northern State'
1 days ago | 13 comments -
Video: Specialized Gravity Team Camp in Portugal
2 days ago | 11 comments -
Video: Jet-Setting to Japan, Soggy San Remo Laps & New Team Member Ollie Davis - Syndicate Series, Episode 2
2 days ago | 2 comments -
Pinkbike Poll: Riser Bar or Extra Spacers Under the Stem?
2 days ago | 338 comments -
Pinkbike's DH Fantasy League Staff Picks - Volume 2
2 days ago | 39 comments -
Sam Hill Says He's Not Done With Racing
2 days ago | 116 comments -
Video: Friday Fails #319
2 days ago | 63 comments -
Video: Course Preview iXS EDC #1 Losinj
2 days ago | 6 comments -
Jure Žabjek Retires from World Cup Racing After a Decade
2 days ago | 14 comments -
Trailforks Feature: Wallrides from Around the World
2 days ago | 54 comments -
Video: Tom Isted Hits Big Mountain Lines in 'Panning for Gold'
2 days ago | 27 comments -
Race Report: Eleonora Farina & Tuhoto Ariki Win the Santisimo DH
2 days ago | 12 comments -
Video: Nico Vink & William Robert Freeride in the Heart of Ecuador
2 days ago | 5 comments -
Emil Johannson Breaks Collarbone
3 days ago | 69 comments -
Good Faith Error or Patent Games? Qvist & Elitewheels Have Somehow Ended Up with the Same Hub Design
3 days ago | 0 comments -
Video: Greek BMXer George Ntavoutian Rides World's Largest Full Vertical Bike Loop
3 days ago | 60 comments -
Video: How To Win €100,000 Riding Your Bike | Pinkbike Weekly Show Ep. 23
3 days ago | 22 comments -
First Ride: Canyon Neuron:ONfly - a Lighter 140mm eMTB
Apr 25, 2024 at 2:00 | 155 comments -
Video: The Trek Factory Racing DH Team Preps for the Season & Loris Vergier Has a Prototype Session
3 days ago | 42 comments -
Rossignol Announces Limited Edition 'The Super Heretic'
3 days ago | 78 comments -
YT Industries Announces Vans Collaboration
Apr 25, 2024 at 7:00 | 96 comments -
Video: Dylan Maples on the Switch from Privateer to Factory Team Racer in 'Not By Luck'
3 days ago | 8 comments -
Opinion: The Fight for the Future of Our Mountains
Apr 25, 2024 at 8:00 | 139 comments -
Podcast: Lael Wilcox Aims to Circumnavigate the Planet in Just 110 Days
Apr 24, 2024 at 15:38 | 79 comments -
Race Report: Jesse Melamed and Emmy Lan Win 2024 Squamish Enduro
Apr 25, 2024 at 3:11 | 35 comments