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Athletes can come back with adverse test results without getting even temporarily banned from racing. That's like allowing a drunk driver who failed a breathalyzer test to drive away—so long as he has a good excuse.
Our bike editor tested a handful of new fit apps to see how they stacked up to the brick-and-mortar specialists. Let's just say some worked better than others.
Our 2018 bike test starts next week in Tucson. Here’s how we review the fleet.
A crew of midwestern riding enthusiasts is pioneering grooming techniques for fat-bike trails that have extended the bike season year-round and added 80 miles of snowy singletrack to the city
Seventeen products that made this bike season better than any before
We’re told that the sport has cleaned itself up and cheating is a thing of the past. Yet with the world’s top racer pushing the limits of fair play, it's sure hard to believe that.
After getting hit by a car, our bike-test director comes to terms with distracted driving and a society that devalues cyclists
Honing our kit for backcountry hunting and food harvesting
As frame and component weights continue to fall and suspensions improve, bikes are getting slacker and more capable. But who really needs such big, beefy bikes?
If I could own only one road bike, it would be this Swiss Army knife of a pavement machine
When the clock strikes 5:00 we find out what all their employees are really working for, The Night Ride.
With all the different rim and tire sizes, it can be hard to know where to start. We tested the new Enve M Series to break it down.
The rise of automatic shifting, integrated computers, lights, power meters, and radar has made us wonder: How much is too much?
We put together a full no-compromise setup for under $2,000
Trail bikes aside, no mountain machine adds more versatility to a fleet than a fat bike.
For pickups and vans, there's no better bike carrier
The best and brightest innovations we came across at the annual Interbike trade show
We put together a full, no-comprise setup for under $2,000
Spice up your commute with this flashy bike.
Thanks to trickle-down technology, second- and third-tier groups are almost as good as the premium stuff but cost a fraction of the price
An electric version of the wildly popular Honda Super Cub.
As light as a wind vest and as watertight as a drybag, this rain piece redefines "prepared" for cyclists
Why you should pay more attention to that thing that keeps your pants from falling down
This teepee-style structure is bomber and brilliant, great for bikepacking or just regular backcountry exploring
Not completely, but they're certainly in a state of flux
A packable jacket that looks as good on the bike as it does in the city.
And no, we’re not talking about his bike
The decorated veteran announced this week that he's done with professional cycling, leaving behind a legacy of highly tactical riding and lots of heart
This segment of the bike world is growing rapidly, so we called in all the new stuff and took it camping in the New Mexico backcountry
Tucked away in the singletrack mecca of Squamish, Bc, OneUp Components has been spreading the good word about clipless pedals.
We looked at four very differently priced rides—from $500 to nearly $11,000—and unpacked the differences to help you pick the right price range for your needs and type of riding
We are highlighting five awesome items from Outdoor Retailer that cost $25 or less.
It doesn't matter if you've ever raced before. Anyone who loves to mountain bike should take on this multiday adventure at least once.
An RV big enough to carry all your toys.
The well-known apparel company is showing a strong commitment to road wear by investing in one of North America's top cycling brands
This bike concept from Budapest has one giant saddle built into the top tube so two people can ride it at once, or a cyclist can pedal solo.
In this week's edition of Playnow Jeff Kendall-Weed takes us to his home terrain in Bellingham, Washington to test out the new Ibis Mojo HD4.
Pivot's new Mach 5.5 isn't built for women—but it fits them. And that's the Holy Grail of women's-specific design.
Trying to get your head around the growing number of models now built for both pavement and dirt? We break it down.
Lidl, a German grocer and Pro Tour sponsor that recently opened in the U.S., is launching a line of bike apparel and equipment that could save you hundreds over the competition
Rawland, a tiny company in the Pacific Northwest, is building the quirkiest, most entertaining bikes we've seen in a while
Our bike editor weighs in on the pros and cons of one of the fastest-growing categories in the industry
New tracking chips embedded in carbon frames can help riders recover pilfered goods
Tried-and-true tools to make riding to work a lot more comfortable
Watch to see what our gear editor, Ben Fox, loves about the Urban 8.0, a design-focused commuter bike from Canyon.
Cycling is in my blood, and to me it always meant two wheels—until now.
With 170 millimeters of travel, Juliana’s new Strega comes in S and XS sizes—allowing even the littlest women to find big-bike bliss
As online brand Canyon prepares for its entry to the U.S. market, direct-to-consumer bikes are poised to change the way you buy bicycles, including how much you pay
Proper maintenance is key to keeping your mountain bike riding smoothly and safely. Watch to learn the five things you should always do before hitting the trails.
Oversize tires are the best thing to happen to trail riding in years
Watch to see why our testers loved the 2017 Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Disc.
Watch to see why our bike testers loved the 2017 Santa Cruz Tallboy and why it won Gear of the Year in our 2017 Summer Buyer’s Guide.
The German direct-to-consumer brand's first women-specific rigs target the pains of smaller riders, with a redesigned frame and 650B wheel options. Our writer spent a weekend testing them and came away very impressed.
Both Santa Cruz and Trek just launched big-hooped DH bikes, challenging the notion that 27.5 reigns supreme in the gravity world
The Lumos Helmet re-imagines bike safety with its integrated LED brake lights and turn signals.
It’s the golden era of mid-fats—and pretty much every other ride out there
Modern construction to help the spandex set realize high-wattage dreams.
Capable, killer-value tools to make saddling up a bit more affordable
Bill Nye the Science Guy breaks down the important features of fitting a bike correctly.
Namely, bikes. Just like any piece of cutting-edge technology, the best ones cost a lot. But there are always less expensive versions, and there’s actually a trend toward lower prices, thanks to direct-to-consumer sales
The Ottolock is a fraction of the weight of a U-Lock but far stronger than a cable lock, making it the perfect solution for quick bike rides around town.
We’ve tested almost every saddle on the market. And this one is clearly at the top.
Look normal? That’s because every component has been made giant, including the 36-inch wheels.