Tags: Stories
Troy Templin
Sep 27, 2023
Grow Cycling Foundation's Inglewood Pumptrack is Officially Open
This weekend was the official opening of the Inglewood Pumptrack, thanks to the work of Grow Cycling and its founder, Eliot Jackson.
Betsy Welch
Sep 27, 2023
Photo Report: lnside the Inaugural Durango Derby
Mountain bike racing is back in Durango with four stages of in-town singletrack and too much fun.
Alicia Leggett
Sep 26, 2023
Getting to Know the Young & Very Fast Asa Vermette
The 16-year-old Durango local is one of the nation's top riders in both downhill and enduro.
Sara Kempner
Sep 24, 2023
Photo Story: Off Season with Emmy Lan
The Forbidden rider dominated the 2023 season from start to finish.
Photo Story: Falling for Squamish
Squamish in the fall > everything.
Peter Jamison
Sep 23, 2023
Video: Rebuilding The Dirt Half Pipe at Highland Mountain in 'Sessions Episode 3'
Some feelgood watching for your Saturday.
Nathan Hughes
Sep 19, 2023
Photo Epic: Chasing High Alpine Trails with Jerome Clementz in 'Mostly Rideable'
We can see why photographers particularly like to use this phrase.
Matt Beer
Sep 15, 2023
5 Things I Learned Racing the Sun Peaks Canada Cup DH Race
Matt Beer returned to the place where his racing career kicked off for another visit to the podium.
Outside Online
Sep 5, 2023
To Air Is Human: Can a 55-Year-Old Roadie Learn How to Jump?
Despite watching a lot of Friday Fails, writer and longtime road cyclist Tom Vanderbilt wanted to take to the air.
Christie Fitzpatrick
Aug 23, 2023
Photo Epic: Pinkbike's 2023 Whistler Heli Drop
We went heli biking with AlpX on glorious, purpose-built Whistler singletrack.
Alicia Leggett
Jul 31, 2023
The Dogs of Crankworx Whistler 2023
Dogworx AKA Crankwoof is actually the most important event of the week.
apperstudio
Jul 22, 2023
Video & Photo Story: Discovering Jordan's Hidden Gems
Finding freeride lines in unexpected and remote areas.
Alicia Leggett
Jul 19, 2023
Hello Again From Alicia's Recovery World
It's been nine months since I hit my head, and I’ve settled the tiniest bit into my old life again.
Alicia Leggett
Jun 13, 2023
Two Czech Riders Complete First MTB Descent of Mera Peak in Nepal
Mountain bikers Tomáš Zejda and Ondřej Novák recently made history in Nepal by riding their bikes down Mera Peak, a 21,198' monolith
Outside Online
May 31, 2023
The Dawning of Utah's Aquarius Bikepacking Trail
Stephanie Pearson saddles up to bikepack the incredible 190-mile hut system sandwiched between Bryce and Zion national parks.
Guerrilla Gravity
May 29, 2023
Photo Story: Freeriding in Utah's Slot Canyons
Last month, we sent some GG’s out for a grand adventure in the Southern Utah desert.
Sun Peaks
May 22, 2023
Video & Photo Story: The Trail Builders Behind Sun Peaks Bike Parks' Major Expansion
Meet the crews that made riding on Sundance and Morrisey a reality.
Matt Wragg
May 18, 2023
Throwback Thursday: EWS #1, Punta Ala - A Decade Later
Today marks a decade since the Enduro World Series held its first ever race in Punta Ala, Italy.
COMMENCAL BIKES & SKIS
May 18, 2023
Photo Story: Cross Countries by Kilian Bron
"For years now, I have based my vision of mountain biking around unusual and visually impressive places."
The Bolehills BMX Track is Back in Action After 6 Months of Digging
After countless hours of hard work, the Bolehills BMX track is back for another season of good times.
Bowheadcorp
Apr 16, 2023
Video: Racing the Canadian Rockies 24 on an Bowhead RX Adaptive MTB
Christian Bagg takes on the tough challenge of the 24 solo race at the Canmore Nordic Centre.
Christie Fitzpatrick
Apr 13, 2023
Throwback Thursday: 7 Female MTB Pioneers Who Made History
Spring is here, the bikes are out, and I find myself feeling stoked about the number of women I see on the trails today.
Velosolutions Global
Apr 7, 2023
Photo Story: Finding Home - Reflections On Visiting Velosolutions' Pumptrack Build in Uganda
Dan Griffiths shares his story of visiting Uganda to capture Velosolutions' latest build.
MET Helmets
Mar 25, 2023
Photo Story: Exploring Ladakh In High Altitude Roaming
Cedric takes off exploring the Himalayan region on a bike at dizzying altitudes.
Photo Story: Introducing Cannondale UK's Newest Riders the 'C-Dale' Sisters'
Sian Dillon and Alyssa Podesta are two fresh faces joining Cannondale UK in 2023.
Matt Beer
Mar 16, 2023
Annie Ford Sets World Record for Descending the Most Vertical on a Bicycle
After riding 100 laps at Coronet Peak in New Zealand, Annie Ford has set a new record of 42,030m total descent.
Outside Online
Mar 6, 2023
The Daily Rally Podcast: Adaptive MTB Rider Annijke Wade Feels Confidence in Uncertainty
After a devastating accident, she realized that getting back on the trail meant accepting discomfort and unpredictability.
Henry Quinney
Feb 27, 2023
Now That's a Ride - Ben Hildred Completes Double Everest
33 hours of moving time and 58,808 vertical feet of climbing is no joke.
Carlin OConnell
Feb 22, 2023
Video: 'Balkan Express', A Ski & Cycle Adventure Through Europe's Wildest Mountains
Travelling exclusively by bike and ski, two Arc'teryx Athletes traverse over 2,500km and 10 degrees of latitude through the Balkans.
The Free Radicals
Feb 21, 2023
A Fire Season to Remember - The Free Radicals Help Rebuild Trail in Colorado
"Caring about the climate isn’t just for skiers and snowboarders anymore."
Freeride Fiesta
Feb 15, 2023
Video: Freeride Fiesta 2023 Official Highlights
Fortaleza Freeride Fiesta 2023 is done and dusted.
Jesse Cseh
Feb 4, 2023
Tour de Whakarewarewa: 230 Kilometers In 30 Hours For The Ultimate Sufferfest
Trailforks lays down the raw numbers at 315km of trail, with 13,000M total descent, and an estimated 30-45 hours of ride time.
Moritz Ablinger
Feb 3, 2023
Video: A Mountain Bike Road Trip Through Slovenia in 'Road to Trieste'
Specialized Ambassadors Sara Bassano and Paula Zibasa get together with photographer Moritz Ablinger, and set off on a mountain bike trip through Slovenia.
Mike Levy
Feb 3, 2023
Further Reading: Tightrope Walking, a Missing Roman Emperor, & a Himalayan Mystery
There are also racing cars and UFOs.
Alicia Leggett
Jan 27, 2023
I Crashed Hard - A Post-Injury Update from Alicia
"All of this is a long-winded way of saying I'm kind of not okay and kind of okay at the same time, and that I'll be back."
Pinkbike Originals
Jan 23, 2023
Video: Racing the XC Olympic Champion, Jolanda Neff vs. Tom Bradshaw
10 years (and 10 kilos) ago, Tom raced his last World XC Championships in Leogang. Has he still got what it takes?
Felix LE BLANC
Jan 14, 2023
Video: Rising Star Cecce Camoin Shows Us the Good Life in the Mediterranean
Follow along with Cecce Camoin, one of the four members of the Specialized Enduro Team.
Nathan Hughes
Jan 10, 2023
Photo Epic: The Dirt Farmer - At Home with David Trummer
Gorge on these glorious golden hour shots from Steirmark, Austria.
Photo Story: Riding 7,601km Across The European Continent With A Stranger
A visual journey across the European Divide Trail.
Photo Story: Singletrack Gold in the Yukon
Sure, riding frigid dirt in late February and March sounds great, but you know what's better? Hero dirt and loam in August.
VIDEO: Exploring The Lesser Known Trails Of Crete: A Mountain Bike Journey
A mountain bike adventure through one of the most historic islands in Greece.
Rocky Mountain
Jan 6, 2023
A Day in The Life: Exploring The Rugged Chilcotins with Sam Schultz and Margus Riga
Relive the adventure through Sam’s ride logs and Margus’ captures.
Photo report: Last Call at Revolution Bike Park
January 2nd marked the end of an era for this beloved bike park.
Photos: A 90 Day Dash Across The Schengen Zone
We better not mess this up…
The Flannel Crew
Dec 29, 2022
Year Roundup: The Flannel Crew Twenty22 Review
Including a feature film and world cup racing.
Mike Levy
Dec 24, 2022
Pinkbike Editors' Christmas 2022 Wish Lists: Workshops, XL MX Bikes... & Better Cheese?
Our list includes some real and some not-so-real gift ideas.
Matt Wragg
Dec 21, 2022
The Olympics Prove That MTB Is Safer Than Golf (sort of)
BMX racing is officially the most dangerous Olympic sport, just ahead of boxing and BMX freestyle.
Seb Stott
Dec 20, 2022
Are Elite Athletes At Higher Risk Of Heart Problems & Premature Death?
And is too much exercise bad for you?
Atherton Racing
Dec 18, 2022
Photo Story: Andreas Kolb Looks Back at his 2022 Race Season
It's been a wild year of racing for Andreas Kolb.
Velosolutions Global
Dec 17, 2022
Photo Story: 68 Degrees North - The Story of Harstad Bike Park
Dan Griffiths captures the Arctic MTB Mecca of Harstad Bike Park.
Matt Bolton
Dec 17, 2022
Photo Story: 'Burgers & Fries' Climbing Route on a MTB
A classic Squamish climbing route.
Photo Tales: Scottish Landscapes by Bike
A photo mission through the home of U.K. mountain biking.
Photos: Biking The Undiscovered Mediterranean
Journey through the lesser-travelled Corsica by bike.
Henry Quinney
Dec 2, 2022
The 5 Best (and 5 Worst) Things About Being a World Cup Mechanic
It may not be the most glamorous gig, but there's something to be said about having a front-row seat to the year's most exciting races.
Steffi Marth
Nov 27, 2022
Video: Micayla Gatto & Steffi Marth's Atlantic Canada Roadtrip
Micayla Gatto & Steffi Marth drive through Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick in search of trails.
Mike Levy
Nov 27, 2012
Throwback Thursday: Opinion - The Argument For Short-Travel Bikes
Are we all riding bikes with too much travel that numbs our senses and our skills? Levy states his case in this Thursday Throwback article originally posted ten years ago.
Mike Levy
Nov 23, 2022
Opinion: What Are Your Worst Bike Habits?
Pedaling too hard, skidding too much, and...
Exploring The Lesser Known Trails Of Crete: A Mountain Bike Journey
Loose rock and perfect views on this venture through the stunning and culturally rich island of Crete.
Pivot Cycles
Nov 23, 2022
Video: Shifting Mindset with Taylor Lideen
Putting the spotlight on racing, mindsets and the concept of success in Lideen's career as an endurance athlete.
Nathan Hughes
Nov 22, 2022
Photo Epic: Dolomiti - Exploring & Shooting in Cortina
A fall photo mission to the so called 'Crown Jewel' of the Dolomites.
Polygon Bikes
Nov 19, 2022
Video: Polygon Bikes' Crankworx Rotorua 2022 Wrap-Up
Crankworx Rotorua turned up the heat (or rather… rain!) at the fourth and final stop of the World Tour.
Henry Quinney
Nov 16, 2022
Opinion: Group Rides Are the Worst
"If you're late, I will never ride with you again. If you complain, you're gone."
Pinkbike Staff
Nov 3, 2022
The Industrial Re-Revolution: How Kitsbow Is Helping to Usher in a New Era of American Manufacturing
Bringing a town called Old Fort back to life.
Video & Photo Story: Sheffield's Bolehills Halloween Jam 2022
The Bolehills Halloween Jam returns for 2022.
MET Helmets
Nov 13, 2022
Photo Story: Riding The Wilds of Mount Kenya
Camping with big cats and some serious hike-a-bike on the mountain bike trip of a lifetime.
Math Belange Rides the Entire Mont-Sainte-Anne Trail Network in One Day
iXS
Nov 2, 2022
Video & Photo Story: An Inside Look At Freeride Madeira in 'Shaping an Island'
The story behind Freeride Madeira and its incredible work building trails.
Dillon O
Nov 1, 2022
How to Start Building Mountain Bike Trails
If the tools are calling your name, RSVP for that volunteer trail day and read this.
MarcoDainesePR
Oct 27, 2022
Dainese's Guide to Mountain Biking in All Weather Conditions
Essential clothing and tips on the gear you need to ride your bike all year round.
Pinkbike Staff
Oct 22, 2022
Rebecca Rusch's Checklist for Backcountry Self-Sufficiency
Concussed, alone and far from civilization, Rebecca Rusch kept her wits and self-rescued. Here's what to do if you find yourself in the same situation.
John K Mahaffey
Oct 19, 2022
Leave it to Lea - Kate Courtney Reflects on Lea Davison’s Years-long Mentorship
Lea Davison, an icon in American mountain bike racing, announced her retirement from the World Cup circuit this year.
Matt Wragg
Oct 10, 2022
Opinion: Stuck in the Middle - World Mental Health Day 2022
Today is World Mental Health Day and Matt Wragg reflects on a recent diagnosis.
Mike Levy
Oct 6, 2022
Opinion: What Are You Too Picky About?
What do you mean you don't spend three hours cleaning your drivetrain every week?
Outside Online
Oct 6, 2022
A Colorado Hunting Non-Profit is Offering a Reward for Turning In Unsanctioned Trailbuilders
Riders and hunters are butting heads in Colorado over wildlife, access, and public lands.
Tom Bradshaw
Oct 5, 2022
Bikepacking 340km a Day to Complete the EWS Series - Saving the Hardest for Last
Following up on one of our favourite stories of the year, we caught up with Matthew Fairbrother at the end of the EWS season.
Mike Levy
Sep 29, 2022
Opinion: The Lasting Allure of Radio Tower Rides
Levy's enduring urge to climb to the highest tower has been one of his longest-lasting two-wheeled obsessions
Matt Wragg
Aug 23, 2022
Profile: Pauline Ferrand-Prevot on Training with Cecile Ravanel, Depression, Disordered Eating, & More
Pauline Ferrand Prevot set herself up differently for the 2022 season.
3 Stories From Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day
Do you remember the first time you mountain biked?
Matt Wragg
Jul 26, 2022
Opinion: Aaron Gwin & The Importance of Vulnerability
There's more to Gwin than meets the eye, as his efforts to get back to the top step of the podium illustrate.
Atherton Racing
Jul 25, 2022
Photo Story: Behind the Lens with Dan Griffiths for the Atherton Bikes AM.200M Launch
Behind the scenes at Dyfi Bike Park.
SHIMANO
Jul 20, 2022
Video & Photo Story: This is Home with Kurt Sorge
Really big jumps, a small cabin, and mountains as far as the eye can see are all Kurt really needs for his humble existence.
Marzocchi MTB Suspension
Jul 15, 2022
Photo Story: Behind the Scenes of Tyler McCaul's Handbuilt II - The Story
The hard work behind the masterpiece.
Matt Wragg
Jun 29, 2022
Opinion: The Opposite of Learning to Fly
As all of us must face up to our aging bodies, there is an inevitable question that follows: How long can I keep doing this?
Matt Wragg
Jun 28, 2022
Opinion: Be More Like Chris
Being good at riding bikes has nothing to do with being a mountain biker, a truth that many of us seem to forget.
Patricio Goycoolea
Jun 26, 2022
Reader Story: Ascending the Second Highest Active Volcano on the Planet by Bike
An adventure ride to and back down from 6,740 meters (22,112 ft).
MET Helmets
Jun 25, 2022
Photo Story: 600 Kilometer Solo Crossing of Kazakhstan
This region has one of the lowest population densities in the world.
Alicia Leggett
Jun 2, 2022
Red Bull Formation Also Highlighted Women in MTB Photography & Videography
Like freeride mountain biking, photography and videography in the sport remain male-dominated. Formation seeks to change that, too.
riley gardner
May 29, 2022
Photo Story: Not Your Typical High School
Riding in Portugal, Italy, and France in between classes sounds pretty ideal...
Mike Levy
May 19, 2022
Story Time: Your First Day at the Bike Park
''Let's get it, boys'' you whoop senselessly for the eighth time as your group rolls into the lift line. An hour and a half later and it's nearly your turn to load bikes...
Taj Mihelich
May 18, 2022
The Conundrum: More Shocks or More Shovels?
Taj Mihelich tries to figure out the right balance between making a trail too smooth or letting it disintegrate into a barely rideable mess.
Beta MTB
May 15, 2022
Behind the Scenes of Creating ‘Of Ten Thousand’
Tory Powers gives the inside line on the magnificent cable cam choreography in Yeti's latest scroll-stopper.
ForbiddenBike
May 14, 2022
Photo Story: Crisp & Frosty at Vancouver Island’s Mount Washington Bike Park
Some stunning shots, and undoubtedly some cold hands.
Matt Beer
May 13, 2022
Poll: Do You Have Any MTB Superstitions on Friday the 13th?
We're an odd bunch.
Brice Shirbach
Apr 30, 2022
Video: Finding Flow State in Guatemala
Brice Shirbach traveled to Central America to meet World Ride founder Julie Cornelius, and ride trails where Guatemalan women are among those building local mountain biking culture.
Peter Wojnar
Apr 27, 2022
Video: How to Run Out of Daylight while Mountain Biking in 'Sandbagger's Choice'
Zanny, Joel, and Woj head out on a massive day in the South Chilcotin mountains.
Alicia Leggett
Apr 12, 2022
The People of Sea Otter 2022
Everyone knows that the bike world is full of amazing people, so I took a wander around the venue to meet some of them.
Alicia Leggett
Apr 5, 2022
Magnus Manson Still Battling Cancer After 12 Rounds of Chemo
The Canadian downhill racer plans to start more chemotherapy in April and receive a bone marrow transplant later in the summer.
Beta MTB
Apr 5, 2022
Behind the Cover of the Beta Spring ’22 Issue
Photographer Dave Smith takes us behind the cover image of Beta's Spring '22 Issue—out on newsstands now.
Liam Donohue
Apr 3, 2022
Video: The Story Behind the Creation of a Fresh Slab Trail in California
Inspired by the riding in Squamish Trailtap aims to build a huge new slab trail in California.
Andy Vathis
Mar 30, 2022
Photo Epic: Surfing & Shredding in Ucluelet with Norco Factory Racing's Henry Fitzgerald, Elliot Jamieson & Lucas Cruz
A November road trip on the Island.
Beta MTB
Mar 25, 2022
Essay: Gravitational Push - Overcoming Loss Through a Grueling Solo Mission
Writer Matt Coté grapples with earth's most powerful force on British Columbia's Mount 7.
Beta MTB
Mar 13, 2022
How Political Waters Seed Trail Growth in Southern B.C.
The Columbia Basin Trust, born through compensation to communities displaced by dams in the 1950s and 1960s, is helping to create some of B.C.'s best trail networks.
Beta MTB
Mar 11, 2022
The Long Road Back From Injury
Blake Hansen parses the mental side of recovery in a post-surgery, pre-return-to-riding stream of consciousness
Beta MTB
Mar 9, 2022
Feature: Come Hell or Hogwater with Kenny Smith & Friends
In constant search of the edge, a dynamic crew plots a risky route in a remote subrange of the Chilcotin
VeeTireCo
Mar 7, 2022
Video & Photo Story: Exploring Incredible Trails & Landscapes in Oman
Oman offers some unique locations to ride.
Jesse Cseh
Mar 2, 2022
Chasing the Toughest Off Road Everest
Jesse Cseh Everests on 'Yeah Gnar', is double black diamond single track in Wellington.
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
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.
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.”
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!"
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.
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.
RAAW Mountain Bikes
Feb 14, 2022
Photo Story: Exploring Classic Trails on the Sunshine Coast
Sampling prime singletrack in Roberts Creek.
Derek Teel
Feb 13, 2022
Video: Dialed Health's Black Diamond Everesting Challenge
Derek Teel takes on an off-road technical everesting challenge.
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.
Simon Noble
Feb 10, 2022
Reflections on a Solstice Everest - The Longest Long Day
Simon Noble reflects on time spent in the pain cave.
Beta MTB
Feb 9, 2022
When Did Mountain Bikers Start Preferring Roads?
And here we were, thinking roads were our common enemy.
Nathan Hughes
Jan 30, 2022
Photo Epic: Peter Kaiser Explores Chamonix's Off Season Mountain Mecca in 'Sightseer'
When autumn comes around in Chamonix, the pace slows for most, but a gold rush begins for those who ride.
Dan Milner
Jan 5, 2022
Photo Epic: Reframing Adventure - Dan Milner's 2021 in Pictures
Here are a few of the visual chapter markers of Dan Milner's year as a professional mountain bike photographer.
Sarah Moore
Dec 31, 2021
Pinkbike Editors' New Years Resolutions for 2022
It's always good to have a great big lofty goal to aim for, even if your resolution ends up being abandoned by mid-January.
Yegor
Dec 28, 2021
Home of the Super Monster T - Another Look Inside the Eastern European Vintage Freeride Scene
It's a little confusing, and a lot awesome.
Matt Wragg
Dec 27, 2021
Opinion: Gratitude
Matt Wragg reflects on the year that was—and shooting with Loic Bruni.
Nathan Hughes
Dec 28, 2021
Photo Epic: Deep Woods - Remi Thirion Versus the Forest
An off-season ode to the trees with the one-time World Cup winner.
Rab Wardell
Dec 16, 2021
Photo Story: Rab Wardell Rediscovers Trail Centre Hot Laps in 'Old Enough to Know Better'
A former World Cup XC racer rediscovers a simple joy.
Taj Mihelich
Dec 14, 2021
Why Taj Mihelich Has Sympathy for Mountain Bike Designers
Designing parts for riders of all different shapes and sizes comes with huge challenges—never mind that Taj considers frames, forks, and bars "wear parts"...
Alicia Leggett
Dec 9, 2021
Movie Review: Long Live Chainsaw is Exquisite & Devastating
Anthill’s new feature-length documentary, Long Live Chainsaw, is heartbreaking, earnest, and impressively raw.
Alicia Leggett
Dec 8, 2021
Round Up: Women's MTB Wednesdays - Issue 5
It's time for another digest of all our favorite racing moments, videos, podcasts, and more from the women in mountain biking.
Ben Karalus
Dec 4, 2021
Photo Story: Exploring Trails in New Zealand's St James Conservation Area
A picturesque riding adventure in the St James Conservation Area.
Matt Beer
Dec 3, 2021
Pinkbike Poll: What Do You Perceive to Be the Riskiest Outdoor Sport?
Drowning, avalanches, sharks, exposure... This is a tough one.
Guerrilla Gravity
Dec 3, 2021
Guerrilla Gravity Looks Back on Ten Years of Making Mountain Bikes in the USA
Guerrilla Gravity reflects on starting a mountain bike manufacturing company in the USA.
Bowheadcorp
Nov 28, 2021
Video: Developing & Riding the Bowhead Reach Adapative MTB
Injured in 1996, while snowboarding, Christian Bagg started inventing his way around the challenges he faced.
The Flannel Crew
Nov 21, 2021
Video: A Rowdy 2021 Recap from the Flannel Crew
The Flannel Crew wrap of their last year of riding.
MET Helmets
Nov 18, 2021
Video & Photo Story: Solo Riding Adventure in the Mountains of Kyrgyzstan
Cedric Tassan embarks on a bike trip across some incredible landscapes in Kyrgyzstan.
Nathan Hughes
Nov 12, 2021
Photo Story: Hike 'N' Bike - 1200m of Vertical in Chamonix
It's mission season before the first snow in the high mountains of the French Alps
Mons Royale
Nov 11, 2021
Video: Robin Goomes Talks Women's Freeride in 'The Future Is Femme'
Robin Goomes shares how great the past year has been to push the progression of Women's freeride.
Orbea
Nov 2, 2021
Photo Story: Biking in Oaxaca, Mexico with Geoff Gulevich & Bruno Long
The two return to the last place they travelled before the pandemic hit and everything feels exciting and fresh.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 31, 2021
Slack Randoms: MTB B-Movies, Land Rover's 'Henrique Avancini' Special Edition, Laser Guided GPS & More
If you’re fed up of shuffling zombies or masked murderers, there are at least three horror films that feature mountain biking as a major plot point.
dirtlej
Oct 25, 2021
Photo Story: 5 Days of Racing Deep in the Pyrenees for the Trans Nomad 2021
Five days of flat out stage racing at this year's Trans Nomad.
Abby Cooper
Oct 24, 2021
Exploring the Babine Mountain Range in Northern BC
Traversing the incredible views of the Babine Mountain Range in Northern BC.
Matthew Fairbrother
Oct 23, 2021
Reader Story: 17-Year-Old Matthew Fairbrother Rides 10119 Vertical Meters in 24 Hours
After already completing an Everest challenge, Matthew Fairbrother takes on a new goal.
Cycles Devinci
Oct 20, 2021
Video: Rooted In Whistler - The Georgia Astle Story
Georgia Astle grew up in Whistler and is always getting up to something fun in the mountains.
Matt Wragg
Oct 10, 2021
Opinion: The Unexpected Upsides of Mental Illness
For Mental Health Awareness Day, Matt Wragg explores how taking a step back has improved his life.
Nathan Hughes
Oct 9, 2021
Photo Epic: The Greatest Show on Earth - Red Bull Rampage Retrospective
Pinkbike photographer Nathan Hughes talks us through why Red Bull Rampage is the ultimate event for two wheel enthusiasts.
Sarah Moore
Oct 6, 2021
Completing The North Shore Triple Triple - 10,500 Meters of Climbing, 260 Kilometers & 40 Hours of Riding
Anthony Boussetta does the infamous North Shore Triple Crown, three times in a row.
hallingdalrides
Oct 2, 2021
Video: Building a Dream Riding Destination in Norway
Glen Jacobs shares the story of creating a top riding spot in Norway.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 1, 2021
Mountain Biker's Life Saved After Passing Doctor Performs Trailside Tracheotomy
"I figured he might have anywhere between 10 and 20 minutes before he died. That’s when I decided to enter the windpipe through the neck.”
Beta MTB
Sep 30, 2021
Beta Magazine Releases Inaugural Photo Annual
Pinkbike's new sister publication celebrates the beauty of the sport through the lenses of mountain biking's best photographers.
Matt Beer
Sep 24, 2021
Pinkbike Poll: What's the Longest Ride You've Been On?
Do you prefer to pedal for days, or is a few hours enough?
James Smurthwaite
Sep 20, 2021
Time is Running Out For the Women Cyclists of Afghanistan
Messages from the women sheltering in Afghanistan.
Tito Tomasi
Sep 18, 2021
Video & Photo Story: Tito Tomasi Rides Around Mont Blanc
Tito Tomasi goes on a five-day adventure across three countries.
Sarah Moore
Sep 15, 2021
Payson McElveen Becomes First Person To Cross Iceland Under Human Power In One Day
The 19 hours and 45 minutes ride traversed 257 miles of Iceland’s remote backcountry doubletrack roads in what McElveen described as the “ride of a lifetime.”
Liam Mullany
Sep 14, 2021
Photo Story: Alex Volokhov Builds in the BC Coastal Forest for 'Svoboda'
Jordie Lunn’s work ethic towards trail-building made an impression on Alex and he spent his time building something that represented his view of freedom on a bike.
Seb Stott
Sep 9, 2021
Opinion: The Case For Being 'Over-Biked'
Seb Stott stakes his claim that it's better to have too much travel rather than not enough.
Bowheadcorp
Sep 3, 2021
Stevie Smith's Mother Tianna Gets Surprised with a Bowhead Adaptive Bike at the Steve Smith Memorial DH Race
Tianna expressed wanting one of these bikes due to hip issues and so a group of bike industry folks decided it was time to give back to her.
Tito Tomasi
Aug 28, 2021
Video & Photo Story: Tito Tomasi Rides Across the Basque Country
Another adventure with Tito Tomasi.
Brice Shirbach
Aug 25, 2021
Local Flavours: Monument Trails Tour
Brice Shirbach digs into some of Arkansas' best trails.
RockShox
Aug 25, 2021
Photo Story: Hannah Bergemann on Trail Building & Guinea Pigging in 'The Next Chapter'
"You have this whole plan in your mind how you expect it to go, but you never know exactly how it's going to go until you do it."
Kurtis Sorge
Aug 20, 2021
Photo Story: Kurt Sorge's Backyard Dream Jumps From 'Demesne'
It took endless hours of work to get the jumps just right.
Kathi Kuypers
Aug 7, 2021
Photo Story: A Bikepacking Adventure with Ines Thoma, Kathi Kuypers & Max Schumann
Ines Thoma, Kathi Kuypers & Max Schumann head out for three days of riding through incredible scenery.
martinbissig
Jul 24, 2021
Silvan Marfurt & Ralph Van Den Berg Set a MTB Record of 20,845 Vertical Meters of Descending in a Single Day
The rules were simple, no trail can be ridden twice, and no e-bikes.
The Contour Collective
Jul 11, 2021
Video: Exploring the Rewilding of the Scottish Highlands in 'Among Green Soldiers'
A closer look at the efforts to increase the biodiversity of the Scottish Highlands.
Olivier Cuvet
Jul 11, 2021
Photo Recap: Olivier Cuvet Alchemy Invitational
Big jumps and huge tricks at the Olivier Cuvet Alchemy Invitational.
Cy Whitling
Jul 10, 2021
Reader Story: Doodling & Painting in Anticipation of Riding Season in 'A Spring in Paintings'
The months of anticipation make the short riding season even sweeter.
Ed Spratt
Jul 9, 2021
Video: Dawid Godziek Shares his Journey to Becoming a Top Slopestyle & BMX Rider in 'Until 18'
Dawid Godziek had to choose between the family tradition of coal mining or riding.
Matt Staggs
Jun 28, 2021
Video & Photo Story: Turning an Old Landfill Site Into an Incredible Bike Park
Tom Mallett shares the amazing story of building Bare Creek Bike Park.
James Smurthwaite
Jun 22, 2021
Quiz: Can You Tell a Real Pinkbike Comment from an AI Generated One?
Does @charliewentoutside's bot pass the Turing Test?
MaxBikesnz
Jun 12, 2021
Reader Story: Mountain Biking & Autism
Max Hides was diagnosed with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Hypersensitivity Disorder, and Autism at a young age, but still went on to race downhill and enduro competitively.
Matt Wragg
Jun 11, 2021
Opinion: The Rules of Mountain Biking
Don't worry, this rule book is short and simple.
Peter Wojnar
Jun 6, 2021
Photo Story: Peter Wojnar's Riding Memory Bank in 'Symptoms of a Good Time'
The professional filmmaker shares some of his favourite photos from the incredible places he's travelled in the past year.
David Cachon
Jun 5, 2021
Video & Photo Story: Exploring the Monegros Desert by Motorbike & MTB
David Cachon goes on a multi-bike adventure in the desert
Matt Wragg
Jun 4, 2021
Video & Photo Epic: Loic Bruni Filming for 'French Lines' in Valberg
The French have been famous throughout mountain bike history for taking the line less ridden.
RockShox
Jun 4, 2021
Photo Story: Brynner the Pinner on Jibbing & Having Fun On Your Bike in 'Anything but Subpar'
The next trend is just having fun on your bike Bryn says, just riding your bike and being creative.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
May 24, 2021
Video & Photo Story: The Origin of the Mons Royale Future Ground Progression Camp
A look into the inspiration and the work behind the first Mons Royale Future Ground Progression Camp.
Henry Quinney
May 20, 2021
Opinion: The Hot Chip Has Gone Cold - Flip Chips Don't Deliver
Do flip chips risk pleasing nobody?
Mary Wragg-Moncorge
May 11, 2021
Photo Epic: Riding 137km of Trails in a 10km Radius on New Bike Day
Mary Moncorge christens her new bike with a seriously impressive ride.
Alicia Leggett
May 10, 2021
Stevie Smith: 1989-2016
Here are some of our favorite photos of the Canadian legend.
Jacob Johnson
May 9, 2021
Photo Story: Going Full Nomad - Winter on an Island in the Pacific
Goregous photos from a winter spent on Vancouver Island.
Norco Bicycles
May 8, 2021
Photo Story: Freeride Lives in Central Washington
Creative shots from a unique location.
East Vancouver Kids Rebel By Building Jumps
The kids build jumps. The city destroyed them. The jumps keep coming back.
Giant Bicycles
May 5, 2021
Photo Story: Beauty Shots from Reece Wallace's Ride on His Search & Rescue Inspired Bike
Some beauty photos from Reece Wallace's brother Liam.
Ed Spratt
May 3, 2021
Video: Brook Macdonald's Incredible Recovery from a Spinal Injury in 'The Road Back'
Brook Macdonald shares the journey from suffering a career-changing back injury to returning to the start gate in less than 12 months.
Tomas Slavik
May 3, 2021
Photo Story: Tomas Slavik Shares the Difficulties of Pre-Season Training in Lockdown & 2021 Plans
Tomas Slavik offers a look into how he has been spending his time over the winter and some of the difficulties he has faced over the last year.
Henry Quinney
Apr 30, 2021
Pinkbike Poll: Do You Cycle to Keep Healthy? Or Keep Healthy to Ride?
Is riding the thing you shape your life and body around, or a piece that sits neatly within the puzzle?
Nathan Hughes
Apr 27, 2021
Photo Epic & Video: Aosta E-dventure - A High Alpine Hut to Hut with Kathi Kuypers and Olly Wilkins
The problem with the Aosta Valley is that there's simply too much to photograph.
Henry Quinney
Apr 26, 2021
Opinion: I Love Internal Cable Routing, There I Said It
Henry's got something to say to the group.
Community Fundraiser Launched to Support Casey Gemma After a Life-Changing Spinal Cord Injury
Cornish mountain biker Casey Gemma was riding with friends on April 11 when she crashed and suffered a life-changing spinal cord injury.
Peter Kaiser
Apr 18, 2021
Video & Photo Story: Peter Kaiser Goes on an Incredible Scandinavian Riding Adventure in 'NØRTH'
Peter Kaiser samples the amazing scenery and riding found in Scandinavia.
Bowheadcorp
Apr 18, 2021
Video: A Scenic Bikepacking Adventure on the Bowhead Reach Adaptive eMTB
A 2-day adventure through the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.
Andi Tillmann
Apr 11, 2021
Photo Story: Capturing Incredible Riding Moments from 'The Old World' Film
Julian Mittelstädt shows off some of the most beautiful riding spots across Europe.
Matt Bolton
Apr 5, 2021
Photo Story: Hitting Big Drops & Loamy Trails on Bowen Island
The NF Team hit wild drops and high-speed loamy trails deep in the woods on Bowen Island.
Matt Bolton
Apr 4, 2021
Photo Story: A Wild Riding Session at Coast Gravity Park
The NF Factory Team riders take over the Coast Gravity Park for a full day of shredding.
Taj Mihelich
Mar 28, 2021
Embarrassing Moments from Pinkbike, Volume 2 - Sunday Comics with Taj Mihelich
A second batch of embarrassing moments Taj collected from the Pinkbike staff.
Mons Royale
Mar 27, 2021
New Zealand's Female Freeriders Push Their Limits at the Mons Royale Future Ground Progression Camp
Four days of training at the Future Ground Progression camp has helped all the riders push themselves outside their own limits.
James Smurthwaite
Mar 24, 2021
Mountain Biker Stabbed by Hiker After Right of Way Dispute
69-year-old Traphagen was booked in the Whatcom County Jail, Bellingham, for first-degree assault and possession of a dangerous weapon.
Mike Levy
Mar 22, 2021
The Freerider, Part 2 - The Legend's Return
We last saw The Freerider moments before he rolled into his final Red Bull Rampage run, wind howling over the mesas and covering everything in a sandy red mist...
rokkrumpestar
Mar 21, 2021
Reader Story: Building a Custom Steel Single Pivot Enduro Bike
After a three year journey, the bike was finally ready to shred.
Ed Spratt
Mar 21, 2021
Video: A Month-Long Cycling Adventure Across the Frozen Lake Baikal
Gaëlle Bojko spent a month riding across one of the largest and deepest freshwater lakes in the world.
Yeti Cycles
Mar 9, 2021
Behind the Scenes at Team Camp with the Yeti / FOX National & Devo Teams in Pacifica, California
Heckling, training and coffee.
Taj Mihelich
Mar 3, 2021
The Legend of Paul Buchanan and the Church Gap
Taj Mihelich animates one of the greatest moments in BMX history not caught on tape, by a legend that was gone too soon.
Henry Quinney
Feb 25, 2021
Throwback Thursday: 10 of Sam Hill's Most Iconic Bikes as Chosen by His Mechanic
From Iron Horse to Specialized to Nukeproof, take a trip through the archives to revisit Sam Hill's classic race bikes.
Dave Price
Feb 24, 2021
Photoshop Absurdity: Dave Price's 'Ghost Riders' Are Pretty Strange
Not sure why this is so weird, but it is SO WEIRD—highlighting the bizarre shapes riders make in competition.
Ben Forshaw
Feb 20, 2021
Reader Story: 16-Year-Old Attempts to Climb 55,000 Vertical Meters in a Month
Ben Forshaw recounts a gruelling month of riding as he attempts the Stratosphere Challenge.
Transition Bikes
Feb 16, 2021
Video: Transition's Young Freeriders Head to Utah for the First Time
Caleb Ely and Talus Turk head to freeride's spiritual home.
Matt Wragg
Feb 12, 2021
Opinion: eMTBs are Going to Change Mountain Bike Racing Forever
Are the sales of eMTBs creating an unsustainable bubble in enduro racing?
Alicia Leggett
Feb 10, 2021
6 People & Organizations Improving Mental Health Through Mountain Biking
By creating communities, facilitating research, and raising awareness, these people and organizations are using mountain biking to promote mental health in a variety of ways.
teeneegee
Jan 26, 2021
Photo Story: Nothing Like Showing Off Your Backyard Trails to Good Friends
Especially when those backyard trails include Switzerland's gorgeous landscapes and said friend is a professional photographer.
Alicia Leggett
Jan 29, 2021
Will Mountain Bikes Be Allowed in US Wilderness Areas Any Time Soon?
Spoiler alert: We don't know, but the debate about whether or not mountain bikes belong in US wilderness areas continues.
Nathan Hughes
Jan 25, 2021
Photo Epic: All the Elements - Big Bike Shooting in Châtel with George Brannigan & Clemens Kaudela
George Brannigan and Clemens Kaudela go big and burly on the well known summer stomping ground of Châtel.
Anders
Jan 24, 2021
A Mountain Biker’s Illustrated Thoughts in 'Daydreaming'
Hand-drawn illustrations from the mind of Anders Engberg.
Daniel Sapp
Jan 22, 2021
Pinkbike Poll: What Type of Mountain Biker Do You Wish You Could Be?
Might as well dream big for this week's poll.
Daniel Sapp
Jan 21, 2021
Throwback Thursday: 8 Old School Rides from Pinkbike Staff
A trip down memory lane for some of Pinkbike's editorial team.
SCOTT Sports
Jan 21, 2021
Video: Dean Lucas' Australian Training Ground - Chasing Trail Ep. 32
A year of uncertainty for Dean Lucas.
1001sentiers
Jan 19, 2021
Details Announced for 'Alpes-Maritimes Terre de VTT Volume 2'
Inside, 144 pages of awesome photos and passionate stories about the trails, the mountains, the events, the people, the bikes and the natural heroes that make the Maritime Alps a MTB Heaven.
James Smurthwaite
Jan 18, 2021
Opinion: How True is the 'Dudes Who Shred' vs 'YouTubers' Meme?
Is the bike industry is ignoring the best riders out there and instead spending all its money sponsoring riders who simply have a large following on the video-sharing site and no riding ability?
Ed Spratt
Jan 17, 2021
Video: Tommy Zula's Riding Career from BMX to Pump Track World Champion
Airborne Bicycles takes a deep look into Tommy Zula's riding history from a young BMX racing to becoming the UCI Pump Track World Champion.
James Smurthwaite
Jan 15, 2021
The 20 Top Pinkbike Comments of 2020
The results are in from the keyboard warrior Olympics.
Alicia Leggett
Jan 15, 2021
‘I Started Seeing the Good in Life’ - What Do Mountain Biking’s New ‘Pandemic Riders’ Think of the Sport so Far?
We caught up with people who started riding last year to see how their first season went.
Sarah Moore
Jan 14, 2021
Interview: Margaux Elliott on Climbing 1 Million Feet in 2020
Flat pedals, a 140mm trail bike, and a massive amount of climbing,
James Smurthwaite
Jan 14, 2021
Mountain Lion Shot & Killed After Stalking Family on California Trail
The lion is thought to have been not well in this extremely rare incident.
Mike Levy
Jan 8, 2021
Good Month / Bad Month: 2020 Goes Down Swinging
Unexpected team changes, interesting tech, historical thieves, and legends passing away...
Yegor
Jan 7, 2021
Home of the Monster T - Inside the Eastern European Vintage Freeride Scene
An amazing, bewildering, look into the Streetetz Clan's old-school freeride culture.
James Smurthwaite
Jan 7, 2021
Throwback Thursday: Rachel Atherton's 2016 World Championships Diary
Rachel Atherton shares some in-depth insight into her racing process.
Katherine Donnelly
Jan 3, 2021
Photo Story: A Year of Trail Building Through a Pandemic in Oregon
The story behind the new 'Fear & Loaming' trail in Tillamook, Oregon.
Ross Bell
Jan 2, 2021
Photo Epic: Photographer Ross Bell's Favourite Shots From 2020
Some contenders for Photo of the Year...
The Free Radicals
Jan 1, 2021
Photo Story: Trail Building & Riding Closer to Home in The Free Radicals' Season Recap
A renewed excitement for a season at home.
Dave Trumpore
Dec 30, 2020
Photo Epic: Dave Trumpore's Incredible 2020 Year in Review
He may have been mostly homebound, but Dave captured some amazing images this year.
Calvin Huth
Dec 30, 2020
Photo Story: Calvin Huth Explores Infrared & Ultraviolet Photography
Always nice to see someone chase a unique vision.
Denzil Heeger
Dec 29, 2020
Photo Story: Denzil Heeger's Photo Annual Makes the Most of 2020
Looks like such a great scene over there.
Ian Hylands
Dec 29, 2020
Photo Story: Ian Hylands' 2020 Year in Photos
Some bangers in there, and always cool to see good product photography as well.
Eric Lawrenuk
Dec 29, 2020
Photo Story: Heading Into The Backcountry in 'A Virgin Experience'
Nothing like going on a first backcountry trip with Margus Riga.
James Smurthwaite
Dec 28, 2020
10 of the Wildest and Weirdest Mountain Bike Stories from 2020
It has been a wild year in mountain biking, but as always a host of colourful, confusing and downright crazy stories have helped us get through all the madness. Here are 10 of the best from a topsy-turvy year.
Marcelo Gutierrez
Dec 21, 2020
Video: Marcelo Gutierrez Helps Build & Maintain Trails in Salento, Colombia
Marcelo Gutierrez helps local riders in Salento build an awesome new trail.
Taj Mihelich
Dec 20, 2020
Embarrassing Moments from Pinkbike, Volume 1 - Sunday Comics with Taj Mihelich
We're allowing you to have a laugh at our misfortunes and anxiety-causing mistakes.
Mariusz Bryja
Dec 20, 2020
Video & Photo Story: Exploring Steep & Loose Trails in the Dolomites
Riding snowy and exposed trails in the Gardena Valley.
Patrick Walker
Dec 19, 2020
Portraits of 6 Essential Workers Who Are Also Cyclists
Outdoor access and trails are vital to keeping communities healthy during difficult times.
Ross Bell
Dec 17, 2020
Photo Epic: Kade Edwards Let Loose on His Home Trails in Wales
The Swiss Army knife of mountain biking.
AllKidsBike
Dec 15, 2020
Kialani Hines, Eliot Jackson, Austin Warren & Brian Lopes Introduce Kids to Cycling
All Kids Bike is on a mission to teach every child in America how to ride a bicycle in kindergarten gym class.
Taj Mihelich
Dec 13, 2020
Taj's Suspension Guide - Sunday Comics with Taj Mihelich
What has been playing through Taj's suspension-illiterate mind.
James Smurthwaite
Dec 11, 2020
Slack Randoms: A Climbing Mountain Trike with 1045% Gear Range, Collapsing Observatories & More
An assortment of videos and stories from all corners of the cycling world and beyond.
Ben Hildred
Dec 11, 2020
Photo Story: Ben Hildred Climbs & Descends 21,635 Meters in 3 Days
After the popularity of the Everest challenge this year, Ben Hildred takes it a step further with the huge Olympus Mons challenge.
GrowCyclingFoundation
Dec 11, 2020
Video: Margaux Elliott on her Journey to Climbing 1 Million Feet in 2020
On 20 December Margaux Elliott will become the first woman to climb one million feet in a year on a mountain bike.
James Smurthwaite
Dec 8, 2020
Good Month / Bad Month: Prime Ministers, Recalls & Rumors
It's been a good month for...
Steve Domahidy
Dec 7, 2020
Children's Illustrated MTB Book 'A Bike For You' Now Available
'A Bike For You' is a children’s illustrated book about bicycles and the animals who ride them.
Taj Mihelich
Dec 6, 2020
Kids Need Carbon - Sunday Comics with Taj Mihelich
Some products Taj says he'll "probably patent some day,"
Cut Media
Dec 6, 2020
Photo Story: Rab Wardell's Lung Busting West Highland Way Record Breaker
Rab talks you through the highs and lows of his incredible achievement to beat the FKT on the West Highland Way.
apperstudio
Dec 6, 2020
Photo Story: Riding 185km Around the Island of Menorca
Four past and present World Cup trials riders head to Menorca to complete a sizeable riding challenge.
Dan Griffiths
Dec 3, 2020
Photo Epic: The Ridgeline - Behind the Scenes with Gee Atherton
When Dan Atherton is nervous, you know that something big is going down
Olivier Cuvet
Nov 29, 2020
Photo Story: Hitting Dave Watson's Tour de France Road Gap 17 Years Later
Olivier Cuvet and Maxime Peythieu return after nearly two decades to clear Dave Watson's infamous road gap.
Marcelo Gutierrez
Nov 29, 2020
Video: Marcelo Gutierrez Explores the Incredible Riding in Montezuma, Colombia
Marcelo Gutierrez meets local riders and samples the great food and coffee as he explores Montezuma in Colombia.
Tito Tomasi
Nov 21, 2020
Video & Photo Story: Tito Tomasi Rides and Road Trips through the South of France
After the first lockdown Tito Tomasi heads on a riding adventure in a mountain bike paradise.
ASSOSofSwitzerland
Nov 16, 2020
Photo Story: The Unwinnable Race - Trying to Beat Winter in Davos, Switzerland
There are a few races that you can't win, one is to beat the onset of winter in the Swiss Alps in late fall.
Ed Spratt
Nov 15, 2020
Video: Lowering the Fastest Known Time on the 100 Mile White Rim Trail in Utah
Amity Rockwell and Peter Stetina push themselves to the limit in their efforts to lower the overall fastest known time on the White Rim trail.
Nukeproof
Nov 15, 2020
Video & Photo Story: First Time EWS Racing in Italy with Team CRC
Lil' Robbo subs in for the CRC enduro team for two huge days of riding.
Northern Braaap
Nov 15, 2020
Video & Photo Story: Searching for Wild Freeride Lines in Canada
Road tripping British Columbia and Yukon to find the best places for mountain biking..
COMMENCAL BIKES & SKIS
Nov 14, 2020
Commencal's 2020 Racing Season Highlights
Commencal looks back at a short and intense season of racing.
Mauro Cepeda
Nov 14, 2020
Photo Story: Searching for Tropical Singletrack Treasure in Ecuador
Exploring the raw trails of Santa Rita bike park.
Martin Faubert-Smith
Nov 9, 2020
Video: Casey Brown, Micayla Gatto & Georgia Astle Explore the Trails Around Nelson, BC
Casey Brown, Micayla Gatto and Georgia Astle head out on the road to explore British Columbia and Yukon’s mountain bike communities.
GASPI
Nov 8, 2020
Reader Story: Completing Stoneman Taurista Bike Challenge in the Austrian Alps
Two friends take on a tough riding challenge across the eight peaks of Salzburger Land.
Cy Whitling
Nov 7, 2020
A Cacophony of Whimsical Bike Illustrations
Nothing goes together like dirt jumps and... paintbrushes?
chris volkart
Nov 7, 2020
Reader Story: A 5 Day Self Supported Alpine Bikepacking Adventure in the Canadian Rockies
5 days of self-supported alpine 'packduro' mountain biking.
Photo Story: Biking the Canadian Arctic Ice
Sarah Moore
Nov 4, 2020
A Lesson on Getting More Girls in Mountain Biking with Jaime Hill & Miranda Miller
"If the atmosphere and the environment is there, the girls will show up and the girls will continue to progress and stay in the sport."
Yeti Cycles
Nov 3, 2020
Photo Story: Behind the Scenes with Reed Boggs During the Incredible 'From Then to Now'
Stunning behind the scenes images from Reed Boggs' incredible "From then to Now".
Taj Mihelich
Nov 1, 2020
Protesting Suspension Sag - Sunday Comics with Taj Mihelich
A couple comics for your entertainment from Taj.
Richard Bord
Oct 31, 2020
Photo Story: Post Lockdown Riding Mission with Kilian Bron
Kilian Bron heads into the mountains for a wild ride after the first French lockdown.
Jacob Johnson
Oct 31, 2020
Photo Story: Going Full Nomad
A full-on Nomad riding adventure in Canada.
Gerhard Czerner
Oct 28, 2020
Video & Photo Story: Facing K2 - An MTB Adventure in Pakistan
An absolutely exhausting-looking expedition in the high mountains.
Marcelo Gutierrez
Oct 25, 2020
Video: Marcelo Gutierrez Helps Build and Rides a Wild Trail on Cerro Bravo Volcano
7 men and 5 dogs work at almost 4,000 meters above sea level, for 4 days to build a hidden gem.
Gerry Creighton
Oct 25, 2020
Reader Story: Mountain Biking & Trail Building Through Grief
Gerry Creighton dedicated his first trail build to his late wife, Susan.
Patrick Logan
Oct 24, 2020
Photo Story: 5 Days of Riding Classic Alpine Singletrack in the Chilcotins
A challenging five-day bikepacking expedition on some incredible trails in the Chilcotins
Kathi Kuypers
Oct 24, 2020
Video & Photo Story: eMTB Holiday in the Alps with Kathi Kuypers & Her Mom
Way better than shopping in Paris.
Brian Park
Oct 23, 2020
Interview: Wesley Ferguson on Mountain Biking as a Black Man
Wesley works at a non-profit bike shop in Minneapolis that's working to improve diversity in the cycling world, and he's recently gotten into mountain biking.
RideWrap HQ
Oct 22, 2020
RideWrap Create Special Frame Wrap for Jesse Melamed with Congratulatory Messages from Friends, Sponsors & More
The EWS Zermatt and Finale Ligure champ got a sweet wrap with doodles, notes, and congratulatory messages from friends, family, sponsors, and fellow racers.
Rajesh Khemraj
Oct 20, 2020
Video: Rae Morrison Shares Her Experience of International Racing During a Pandemic
Deserted airports, empty planes, and rigorous airport procedures Rae shares the difficulties of international racing in 2020.
YT Industries
Oct 20, 2020
Photo Story: Behind the Scenes with Vali Höll Filming in Austria
A beautiful day in the Austrian Alps truly is a beautiful day.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 16, 2020
Slack Randoms: The New Tony Ellsworth Bike is Very Different
Plus e-MTB specific jorts, Rampage on the new iPhone advert and a masterclass in celebrating too early.
Photo Story: Hellsend Shuttle Day - Straight Outta Lockdown
After six months of trail work the Hellsend Bike Park finally opens up for a shuttle day.
COMMENCAL BIKES & SKIS
Oct 15, 2020
Photo Story: Behind the Scenes of Kilian Bron's 'Tour de France' Adventure
Check out a selection of incredible photographs from Kilian Bron's MTB version of the 'Tour de France'.
Jukka Mäennenä
Oct 14, 2020
Reader Story: The RIG v2 - From Handbuilt Frame to a Limited Batch Production Run
An in-depth look at the process of producing a run of hardtail frames.
Matt Wragg
Oct 10, 2020
Opinion: Helping, Being Helped & Debt - World Mental Health Day 2020
Today is World Mental Health Day and Matt Wragg reflects on how to help and how to accept help.
Nathan Hughes
Oct 6, 2020
Photo Epic: The Prodigy - At Home with Valentina Höll
The two-time junior World Champion shows us the back yard that has prepared her so well for a career at the very top of elite women's racing.
Mauro Cepeda
Oct 4, 2020
Photo Story: Shredding Trails In Sight of the World's Highest Active Volcano
Exploring the trails of Cotopaxi bike park in Ecuador which sits adjacent to the Cotopaxi volcano.
Connor Stefanison
Oct 3, 2020
Video & Photo Story: Bikepacking the Southern Chilcotin Mountains
Exploring the incredible wilderness trails of the Southern Chilcotin Mountains.
Taj Mihelich
Oct 2, 2020
Taj Mihelich's How to Pump Illustrated: The Trail is Giving Away Free Speed
Sunday Comics with Taj on Friday. So you can get pumped on the weekend.
HuntBikeWheels
Oct 1, 2020
Photo Story: Isla Short Shares her Experience of the Long Wait to Begin Racing
With world cup racing fianlly kicking off this week, Isla Short shares some of the difficulties of preparing for a delayed season start.
The Free Radicals
Sep 26, 2020
Video & Photo Story: The Free Radicals' 2019 Europe Tour
While they may not have gone to Europe this year The Free Radicals did have a wild riding tour in 2019.
FirecrestMTB Launch the Girls DeVo Coaching Programme at Aston Hill Bike Park
Following the BDS Girls Academy, FirecrestMTB have launched their own girls coaching programme.
Hailey Elise
Sep 22, 2020
Video & Photo Story: Micayla Gatto and Hailey Elise Shred Natural Trails at Williams Lake
Micayla Gatto and Hailey Elise head to Williams Lake for the first stop of their road trip to explore areas of the Caribou region.
Brian Park
Sep 11, 2020
Pinkbike Poll: Would You Pay A Rider For Their Video?
Do you want to see a long-form Kade Edwards project? Am I just an old guy yelling at the kids on my lawn?
Kona Bikes
Sep 12, 2020
Video: Building and Riding Huge New Jumps in Bellingham
ShireBuilt have rebuilt the bottom section of the popular Mohawk trail with new features and larger jumps.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 10, 2020
Why Do Luxury Brands Keep Producing Crappy Mountain Bikes?
How's that Alfa Romeo mountain bike working out for you?
ridevalemount
Sep 11, 2020
Video: Building a Bike Park from Scratch in Valemount, BC
From a couple trails to a full on bike park.
RAAW Mountain Bikes
Sep 8, 2020
Photo Story: Shredding Classic Whistler Bike Park Trails on a Single-Speed RAAW Madonna
Some of the trails may still be closed but that doesn't have to stop the fun.
Niall Pinder
Sep 6, 2020
Photo Story: 2020 Adaptive Gravity Tour Rolls into Silver Star
The Kootenay Adaptive Sport Association checked out the riding on offer at Silver Star for the third stop of the 2020 Adaptive Gravity Tour.
Ed Spratt
Sep 6, 2020
Video: At Home with XC World Cup Racer Barbara Benko
Barbara Benko shares her story of how she became one of the fastest XC riders in the world.
Daniel Sapp
Sep 4, 2020
Pinkbike Poll: Would You Rather Shuttle or eMTB?
Because the only other option is just not riding. Ever again.
Ed Spratt
Sep 4, 2020
Video: Transition Bikes Reveal their Nico Vink Crafted 'Blue Steel' Jump Line
Blue Steel is a new jump trail on Galbraith Mountain in Bellingham, built with the hard work of Nico Vink, Transition employees and many others.
Giant Bicycles
Sep 3, 2020
Photo Story: Reece Wallace Flies His Plane Around BC to Ride
No better way to explore new terrain.
Ed Spratt
Sep 3, 2020
Video: Tom Walker is Back Walking and Riding After His Horrific Train Gap Crash
Tom Walker shares his incredible year-long journey of recovery after a life-changing crash.