Tags: Reader Stories
Neil Sharp
Jun 18, 2023
Reader Story: Trackside at the Leogang DH World Cup 2023
The dust of the opening round had barely settled when the circus moved on through the Alps to Leogang.
Nathan Tomczyk
Apr 15, 2023
Reader Story: A Look Into the Numbers Behind World Cup DH Racers Performing Better in Their Home Country
An interesting glimpse into the stats behind the potential for a home advantage.
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."
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.
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.
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.
Anders
Jan 24, 2021
A Mountain Biker’s Illustrated Thoughts in 'Daydreaming'
Hand-drawn illustrations from the mind of Anders Engberg.
Mauro Cepeda
Nov 14, 2020
Photo Story: Searching for Tropical Singletrack Treasure in Ecuador
Exploring the raw trails of Santa Rita bike park.
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.
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.
Jacob Johnson
Oct 31, 2020
Photo Story: Going Full Nomad
A full-on Nomad riding adventure in Canada.
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.
Shane Finnerty
Jul 19, 2020
Everesting on a Enduro Bike
Shane Finnerty takes on the Everesting challenge on his Trek Remedy.
Mauro Cepeda
Jul 18, 2020
Photo Story: Exploring Pilisurco Trails in Ecuador
Riding above the clouds at 4508 meters above sea level in Ecuador.
Anders
Jul 12, 2020
A Hand Drawn MTB Adventure in 'Keeping it close'
Anders Engberg illustrates the story of building a local riding spot just a few minutes from home.
Diego del Rio
Jun 27, 2020
Photo Story: The Joy of Riding Local Trails
With driving to trails not possible during lockdown it was time to explore trails closer to home.
DesireLines
Jun 14, 2020
Photo Story: From Sea to Sky - A Riding Roadtrip through Germany
A week-long road trip across Germany.
Matej Kodrin
Jun 13, 2020
Photo Story: The Search for Ötzi
Riding high in the Alps in search of the Ötzi.
Mauro Cepeda
Jun 9, 2020
Exploring the Metropolitan Park Trails in Ecuador
Checking out some of the trails at one of the growing mtb hotspots in Ecuador.
Sahar Kaminsky
May 30, 2020
Video: Riding Tasmanian Trails in 'Shifting Between'
Exploring some of the best trails on the island of Tasmania.
Scott Rapoport
May 24, 2020
Photo Story: The Riders and Trails of Southwest China
Exploring the riding scene on the southern edge of the Himalayas with Du Yao.
Nick Dunn
May 24, 2020
Turning an Old Hardtail into a Custom Dirt Jump Bike
An old hardtail gets a new lease of life when it is transformed into a brand new Dirt Jump bike.
prkplive
May 24, 2020
Michal Prokop Shares His Home Trails in West Bohemia
Beautiful but rugged riding in the Ore Mountains of the Czech Republic.
Konstantin Larionov
May 24, 2020
Video: Exploring Nepal's Annapurna Circuit by Bike
Six friends go to a distant country to see the highest mountains on the planet.
Sarah Rawley
May 21, 2020
Video & Photo Story: Working Woman's Trans BC
Anne Galyean and Sarah Rawley share what it means to live a life brimming with aspirations, and prove that you can still find your greatest successes on the bike through work-life integration.
ABP
May 17, 2020
Photo Story: A Micro Adventure in Alaska
A mini-adventure in the Alaskan Wilderness.
Quinn Lanzon
May 9, 2020
Video: MTBers Raise Money for a Bike Park with a Gruelling 2,500km Ride from Whistler to Yellowknife
The Ride of Your Life is raising money for the construction of a new bike park in Yellowknife.
Diego del Rio
May 9, 2020
Photo Story: Unique Lines on Ancient Andean Trails in Cuzco, Peru
Raw, technical trails with surprises around every corner.
Michael Overbeck
Apr 30, 2020
Photo Story: Wet Feet & Gorgeous Views Bikepacking in the South Chilcotins
Four days of riding in everything from rain showers to 37-degree heat. With over a dozen river crossings!
Sebastien Mueller
Apr 26, 2020
Senior Engineering Taken to the Trails: Home Built Hardtail
Sebastien Mueller's senior engineering project was designing and building a frame. Here's how he did it.
Rodrigo Kaspary
Apr 26, 2020
Video & Photo Story: An Adventure in Patagonia with a Bike & a Beetle
Rodrigo Kaspary explores Patagonia with his bike and his trusty 1974 Beetle.
Viktor Novak
Apr 12, 2020
Photo Story: Exploring Slovakia's Mount Poľana
Viktor Novak and Jakub Majerciak head deep into bear country in Slovakia.
Wesley Bruney
Apr 5, 2020
Photo Story: 48 Hours On BC's Sunshine Coast
Four blokes, four bikes and one small car head to BC's Sunshine Coast.
Kim Hardin
Mar 29, 2020
Photo Story: On the Road with the Hardins at the Andes Pacifico 2020
Kim and Nick Hardin share their experience of racing the 2020 Andes Pacifico.
Ramsay MacFarlane
Mar 28, 2020
Photo Story: The Joy of Riding Bikes
Exploring two great riding spots in the Scottish Highlands.
Giacomo Großehagenbrock
Mar 25, 2020
Video: More Prototype Failures in Another Episode of 'We Develop a Bike Frame'
No one ever said it would be easy.
Findley Watt
Mar 20, 2020
Photo Story: Signature Sam Blenkinsop Style on 'Pop'N'Fresh' Jump Trail
Tweaks and tables in the evening light.
Jacob Johnson
Mar 17, 2020
Photo Story: Stunning Images in 'Unsettling - Going Full Nomad'
A year of being houseless and chasing happiness.
Leslie Kehmeier
Mar 7, 2020
Building a Community of Riders in the Czech Republic
A look into how mountain biking has developed in the Czech Republic.
Brian Plunkett
Feb 26, 2020
Photo Story: An Oasis of Perfectly-Sculpted Jumps in California
Sam Mercado has built at Rampage twice, but spends all his free time building in California.
Asphalt Plant Threatens Thriving MTB Area.
A new asphalt plant could threaten the eco-system of wildlife and local trails in Mission, BC.
Photo Story: Looking Back at the 2019 Enduro Sweden Series
Ben Hildred
Jan 4, 2020
Climbing (and Descending) 55,000m in 30 Days in Queenstown
After his Everesting challenge, Ben Hildred is back with another crazy climbing feat.
Peter Lengyel
Dec 30, 2019
Off-Season Reverie in 'One Salty Drop in the Sweet Ocean'
Adam Rojček dreams of making a living riding his bike instead of fixing cars.
Justin Brantley
Dec 27, 2019
Video: Crossing the Rubicon on eMTBs & 4x4s with Mark Weir
Mark Weir tackles the Rubicon Trail with his eBike and 4x4,
Cory Wallace
Dec 19, 2019
Record Attempt on the 220km Annapurna Circuit in Nepal
Cory Wallace said the ride required "a lot of pedalling and not too much thinking."
Eduard Dyck
Dec 14, 2019
Photo Story: Exploring the Trails Around Calgary
A newcomer to Calgary shares some photos from his first riding season in the local riding spots.
Tito Tomasi
Dec 8, 2019
Tito Tomasi Continues his Epic 'Las Americas' Road Trip
Tito Tomasi continues the ultimate journey that has taken him through Mexico, Canada and the USA.
Tristan Tinn
Dec 2, 2019
Video & Photo Story: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Filming of 'The Postman'
A look behind the camera at the work that went into 'The Postman', a film that explores the rugged landscape of the Isle of Harris.
Gerry Creighton
Nov 24, 2019
A Road Trip & Fresh Start In Bellingham, Washington After Losing A Loved One To Cancer
After Gerry Creighton lost his wife to breast cancer, he made a big change and moved from the East Coast to Bellingham, Washington.
GASPI
Nov 16, 2019
Video: Exploring Russia's Kola Peninsula
Going above the polar circle in search of trails.
Hoshi Yoshida
Nov 11, 2019
No EXIF 7 - Analogue Photography from the 2009 Season
Hoshi Yoshida takes us back in time with these candid analogue photographs from a decade ago.
Tito Tomasi
Nov 6, 2019
Video: Tito Tomasi Spends 2 Months Exploring BC in Episode 5 of Las Americas
Some of the best places to ride in British Columbia.
Komunicacion
Oct 27, 2019
Exploring the Island of Menorca on the Camí de Cavalls Trail
A Unique Adventure in Menorca using the ancient paths that encircle the whole island.
Patrick Logan
Oct 26, 2019
Exploring Haida Gwaii by Bike & Kayak
Exploring Haida Gwaii before the winter weather arrives.
Steve Salter
Sep 10, 2019
Reader Story: Building a Custom Bike Frame at Home
Garage builder Steve Salter walks us through the steps and offers tips and hacks as he builds a steel hardtail frame
Francisco Pardal at the Val di Sole & Lenzerheide World Cup
A look at Francisco Pardal's time at the Val di Sole and Lenzerheide World Cup.
Gustav Gullholm
Aug 5, 2019
The British Racing Green Project - Gustav Gullholm's Incredible Custom Scott Gambler & Spark
Gustav Gullholm is at it again, and this time he's built up two absolutely stunning bikes.
Hristo Tanev
Aug 2, 2019
Photo Story: The 2019 Maribor World Cup DH Through an Analogue Camera
A Pinkbike reader headed to Maribor with a Yashica FX-3 Super film camera.
Giacomo Großehagenbrock
Jul 31, 2019
Video: The 77designz Bike - From Prototype to Product
From a prototype to a now near-finished product, follow along as 77designz gets close to finishing their long-travel 29-er.
Downtime Podcast
Jul 14, 2019
Podcast: Les Gets Post-Race Chat with Eliot Jackson and Neko Mulally
Eliot Jackson and Neko Mulally turn their critical eyes to the race in Les Gets.
Steffi Marth
Jun 25, 2019
Steffi Marth & Micayla Gatto Compare their Hometown MTB Scenes in 'Canada vs. Saalbach'
Points go to Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria for food, and views and Canada to open freeride-type terrain.
Ben Karalus
Jun 25, 2019
Tackling the Scree Descents of Cass Lagoon
The Giant NZ team head to Cass Lagoon to tackle some of the tough scree descents.
David Cachon
Jun 24, 2019
Video: Mountain Biking Era Roda in the Aran Valley of Spain with David Cachon
David Cachon rides the area that is home to impressive landscapes, great mountains, and wicked trails.
Patrick Logan
Jun 24, 2019
Completing the 30-Mile Fernie Brewing Company 'Trail to Ale' Challenge
A whole lot of riding makes that free beer taste even better.
Andy Cole
Jun 22, 2019
A Scottish Adventure Captured on 35mm Film
It's a novel concept in this day and age not to know what your photos look like immediately after taking them.
Mountain Biking BC
Jun 22, 2019
Claire Buchar on the Balance of Life on Two Wheels
Claire has fashioned her own version of living the mountain bike dream in Whistler, B.C.
Patricio Goycoolea
Jun 8, 2019
Video: Riding the World's Highest Volcano
Ascending and descending the highest volcano on earth by bike, the "Ojos del Salado" Volcano (6.893 m // 22.620 ft).
Francisco Pardal at the Fort William DH World Cup
A look at Francisco Pardal's weekend at the 2019 Fort William DH World Cup.
Alasdair MacLennan
Jun 5, 2019
A Local's Look at the 2019 Fort William DH World Cup
It was a wet, windy and wild weekend in Scotland. Here are some photos and stories of what happened by Ian & Alasdair MacLennan:
Downtime Podcast
Jun 5, 2019
Podcast: Fort William Post-Race Chat with Eliot Jackson and Neko Mulally
Eliot Jackson and Neko Mulally turn their critical eyes to the race in Fort William
Video & Race Report: The Tweed Valley Welcomes the EWS European Continental Series Round 3
The Tweed Valley welcomes back the EWS with six sloppy stages.
Photo Report: Opening Weekend at Granby Ranch in Colorado
Mark Matthews
May 25, 2019
Video & Photo Story: Mark Matthews Finds MTB Paradise in Tasmania
The Vancouver Island local ticks Maydena and Derby off the bucket list.
Looking Forward to The Peak Of The Season at Sun Peaks Resort
Dylan Sherrard looks forward to the day the chairlift starts spinning at Sun Peak Resort on June 21st.
Photo Story: Loch Morar - Riding Through Wildfire in Scotland
Exploring Loch Morar on Scotland's rugged west coast, a technical rocky route with some added wildfire thrown into the mix.
Esker Cycles
May 18, 2019
Exploring the Mountaintop Trails of Idaho & Montana
Taking a road trip to some of the best trails along the border of Idaho and Montana.
Scott Rapoport
May 16, 2019
The Freeride Pioneers Behind China's Biggest Bike Park
Mountain biking is still very much on the fringe in China, and riders there are a renegade few. But they are there.
Milko
May 12, 2019
A Himalayan Mountain Bike Adventure
Tackling some of the best trails that the Himalayan mountains have to offer.
Mike Kazimer
May 9, 2019
Opinion: Why Is Everyone Talking About Seat Tube Angles?
Mountain bike geometry continues to evolve, and seat tube angles are the latest hot topic.
Elliot Tanner
May 8, 2019
Built Not Bought: The Story Behind the First Amos Design Bike
What do you do if your dream bike does not exist? Design and build it yourself.
rieseldesign
Apr 29, 2019
Video: Building and Painting a Custom, Full Metal Jacket Themed V10
Chris of Fiasko Racing gets the bike of his dreams from Rie:sel Design.
Richard Cunningham
Apr 26, 2019
Poll: Does Your Trail Bike Have a Weight Problem?
The average all-mountain trail bike weighs upwards of 30 pounds. Is there an acceptable weight limit for the basic, do-it-all trail bike?
Daniel Sapp
Apr 19, 2019
Pinkbike Poll: How Do You Prefer to Get to the Top of a Descent?
What's your ideal method of uphill transport?
Matt Miller
Apr 19, 2019
Video: Using a Brake Power Meter to See How & When We Brake
See how a brake power meter reveals your braking habits.
Video: Tackling Three Iconic Peaks on a Coast to Coast Adventure in 'Trans-Wales'
Taking on the challenge of riding from Bangor to Swansea with stops to climb three iconic Welsh mountains. Snowdon, Cadair Idris and Pen-y-Fan.
William Gibson
Apr 14, 2019
Photo Story: Riding Norway's Bulls of Bergen
A long weekend of bikes, sun and epic singletrack in the fjords of Norway.
Video and Race Report: Hope PMBA Rd1 - Gisburn
Take a look at all the action from the first round of the Hope PMBA enduro.
Custom Painted Troy Lee Helmet to be Auctioned Off as Fundraiser for the Christchurch Shootings
Troy Lee hand painted this helmet to support the victims and their families.
Race Report: Kelan Grant and Leah Maunsell Win Vitus First Tracks Enduro in Ravensdale
The Cooley Mountains provided some prime stages as pros and amateurs battled it out.
Michael Fox
Apr 7, 2019
7 Things to Know When You're Planning a Trip to Morocco
Don't expect luxury, know how to repair your bike, and more tips to enjoy your time in Morocco.
Daniel Sapp
Mar 22, 2019
Pinkbike Poll: What Size Are Your Tires?
Fat, skinny, or somewhere in the middle - what's your tire width of choice?
Andy Cole
Mar 17, 2019
Winter Biking in the Scottish Highlands
A winter trip to a snowy Stob Choire Claurigh on The Grey Corries.
GASPI
Mar 16, 2019
Photo Story: Mountain Biking in Chernobyl
Richard Gasperotti heads to Ukraine for a mountain bike adventure.
teeneegee
Mar 16, 2019
Mountain Biking in Picturesque St. Moritz in Switzerland
Into the Engadin for three days on the best trails around St. Moritz.
Tito Tomasi
Mar 15, 2019
Tito Tomasi On The Ultimate Roadtrip - From Mexico To Canada & Back
Tito and his wife set out to America to live a proper nomadic life.
Richard Cunningham
Mar 9, 2019
Good Month / Bad Month: New Bikes, Electronics, Injuries & More - February 2019
The shortest month of the year was action packed.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Mar 7, 2019
Exploring Madrid's Blacktown Trails with Veronique Sandler
Four days of riding on the historical trails of Madrid, Spain.
Clemens Capeller
Mar 6, 2019
A Year of Adventure, Progress, Injuries & Racing with the Trek Gravity Girls
2019 marks the 10th year of the Trek Gravity Girls. Here's what Steffi Marth, Kathi Kuypers and Birgit Braumann have been up to in the past 12 months.
Race Report: 2019 Azores XCO Cup - Sete Cidades
The second race of the 2019 Azores XCO CUP, took place in Sete Cidades Azores Portugal.
Max Barron
Mar 2, 2019
Behind the Scenes of a Video Shoot with Brendan Howey
Content creation has different challenges to racing, but it has them nonetheless.
Mike Kazimer
Mar 1, 2019
Pinkbike Poll: Do You Ride a Hardtail Anymore?
How long has it been since you went for a trail ride without rear suspension?
Richard Cunningham
Feb 22, 2019
Pinkbike Poll: Would You Rather... Make Your Choices for 2019
Would you rather win Rampage or a DH World Cup? How about being able to ride like Brandon Semenuk or Aaron Gwin? Those questions and more in this massive collection of either / or polls.
Mountain Biking the Roof of Ethiopia
Sarah
Feb 20, 2019
Shining the Spotlight on 3 Female Mountain Bikers in 'Unconventional'
Ground-breaking research, global humanitarian pursuits, backflips... These are three women will make you want to strive to do more with your day.
At the Junction of Art & Bike
Clark Lewis
Feb 16, 2019
The Guy Who Designed Chromag's Doctahawk Hardtail Explains Why It's So Long & Slack
A nerdy explanation of the super-slack, super-long hardtail from the man who designed it.
Leon Verhelst
Feb 16, 2019
Comic Book Recap From a Bikepacking Adventure in Redfern, British Columbia
29 pages of drawings to sum up four days of bikepacking in Northern British Columbia.
LemoineTomas
Feb 12, 2019
In His Own Words: Tomas Lemoine Describes Competing on Slopestyle's Biggest Stage - Part II
A first person narrative on competing at Crankworx Les Gets and Whistler.
Eric Isaacs
Feb 7, 2019
Russ Crofton's Handmade Full Suspension
In the spring of 2018, rumors of a steel full suspension created by a Michigan Tech student were flying in the small town of Houghton, MI. The source turned out to be a project that Russ Crofton and his senior design team were working on.
LemoineTomas
Feb 3, 2019
In His Own Words: Tomas Lemoine Describes Competing on Slopestyle's Biggest Stage
A first person narrative on competing at Crankworx Rotorua and Innsbruck.
Mike Stewart
Jan 30, 2019
Using Downhill Racing to Recover from Serious Health Problems
With no concrete diagnosis, but the knowledge that daily physical activity helps relieve pain, Mike Stewart makes fitness a priority and gets back on the downhill bike.
Bryn Atkinson
Feb 1, 2019
Behind the Scenes: Painting Bryn Atkinson's Wild-Looking 'Snake Bike'
Tony Baumann put over 80 hours of hard work into creating this unique paint job for Bryn Atkinson's Norco Range 29.
Jake Middleditch
Feb 1, 2019
How the Community Came Together to Create a High School MTB Program in Nelson, BC
Local organizations have made this high school mountain bike program in Nelson, BC possible.
Daniel Sapp
Jan 25, 2019
Pinkbike Poll: How Long is Your Riding Season?
How many months out of the year are you able to put tires to dirt?
HKT Products Ltd
Jan 24, 2019
Podcast: Behind Freeride Mountain Biking Documentary 'Passion' With Peter Jamison
How did a 19 year old living in a tent make a full length freeride documentary?
Aidan Oliver
Jan 21, 2019
Social Round Up: Fairclough Getting Stylish, Levy's Weird Bike, Lemoine Destroying a Wheel, & More
It's been slow for a bit but things have started to get interesting the past few days!
Jukka Mäennenä
Jan 12, 2019
Riding while Battling an Autoimmune Disease
Finnish rider Joonas Riihelä hasn't had an easy go of it, but he's persevering.
Henry Quinney
Jan 11, 2019
Everesting Queenstown's Skyline Bike Park
Could you climb the height of Everest in one day?
Mike Kazimer
Jan 3, 2019
The Eyecatchers 2019 - 6 New Bikes That Stand Out From the Crowd
Carbon, steel, and aluminum are all represented in this compilation of unique mountain bikes.
Brian Park
Jan 2, 2019
5 Riding Resolutions for 2019
Call out riding a stage race and forget about it in 3 weeks? Me too.
James Morris
Dec 31, 2018
Poll: What is the Forum's Sexiest AM/FR/Enduro Hardtail of 2018?
We shortlisted 8 bikes that were clearly leading the pack.
Daniel Sapp
Dec 28, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: How Many Days Did You Ride This Year?
As the year comes to a close, how many times did you get out?
Lee McCormack
Dec 27, 2018
Lee McCormack's Guide to Bike Set-Up
Lee McCormack tells you what he thinks the most important measurement is when setting up your bike.
Danila Kahutin
Dec 26, 2018
Photo Story: Frozen Russian Freeriding & an Update on Kirill Benderoni
Huge hardtail hucks and a welcome update on Benderoni's recovery.
Kona Bikes
Dec 26, 2018
Custom Build: a Pony Express Van Inspired, Totally Over-the-Top Kona Process 153 29er
Fez would be proud.
Paul Aston
Dec 21, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Athlete of the Year Winner
A dual discipline threat, it's a Belgian rider who will be taking home the Athlete of the Year award.
The Giant NZ Team Visits Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
Hanmer Springs is a small village of about 840 people located an hour and a half north of Christchurch, New Zealand.
Richard Cunningham
Dec 21, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Best Performance Winner
Jolanda Neff, Kate Courtney, Nicholi Rogatkin, Sam Hill, and Martin Maes. That's one hell of a list!
Trailforks
Dec 21, 2018
2018 Trailforks Awards: Advocate of the Year Winners
Who deserves particular attention for their efforts to improve our riding and our world? Here's our short list.
Mike Levy
Dec 17, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Comeback of the Year Winner
Jesse Melamed, Gee Atherton, Emil Johannson, and Myriam Nicole all had amazing comebacks, but one stood out from the rest.
Daniel Sapp
Dec 17, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Event of the Year Winner
Red Bull Joyride, EWS #8 in Finale, and MTB World Championships in Lenzerheide. Which event took the win?
Lee McCormack
Dec 17, 2018
Lee McCormack's Guide to Finding the Handlebar Width Sweet-Spot
Legendary skills coach, Lee McCormack, explains how and why to set your handlebar to the perfect width.
Mike Kazimer
Dec 14, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Cast Your Vote in the Reader's Choice Poll
Pinkbike's editors have made their final picks, now it's your chance to vote for the winners of the 2018 Pinkbike Awards.
Richard Cunningham
Dec 14, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Best Performance Nominees
Cross-country, slopestyle, downhill, and enduro are all represented in this compilation of the top five mountain bike performances of the year.
TheUselessTrials
Dec 12, 2018
A Homemade Hack Puts Pins on the Shoes Instead of the Pedals - Thoughts?
Funding was unsuccessful on Kickstarter for a similar idea for commuter bike pedals - think it could catch on for MTB riding?
Daniel Sapp
Dec 11, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Component of the Year Nominees
Titanium cranks, a tire with a funny name, new brakes, and a new entry into the 12-speed world.
Mike Levy
Dec 10, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Comeback of the Year Nominees
Coming back from injury and illness to compete against the best in the world is no easy feat, but these four athletes did just that.
Daniel Sapp
Dec 10, 2018
Pinkbike Awards: Event of the Year Nominees
Slopestyle, enduro, DH, and cross-country - these are the biggest and most exciting events of the year.
Aidan Oliver
Dec 6, 2018
Social Roundup: Lorraine Truong's Flip, Troy Brosnan's Close Call, & More
We've sorted through the weeds to bring you the best.
Mike Kazimer
Nov 30, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: How Much Does a Bike's Climbing Performance Matter to You?
Are you willing to sacrifice uphill speed for better downhill performance?
Julia Hofmann
Nov 22, 2018
Photo Report: The Rugged Joys of the North - Road Tripping on the BC Bike Ride
Join Julia Hofmann as she takes on the far north with the BC Bike Ride
Mike Levy
Nov 22, 2018
Opinion: E-bikes are Breeding the Components Riders Want
Regardless of your feelings about battery-powered bikes, they might hold the answer to a load of reliability issues that many of us face.
Scott Rapoport
Nov 11, 2018
A Story About the Riding Scene in China's Yunnan Province
This is the story of the mountain bike scene in three areas of China’s Yunnan province—Dali, Lijiang, and Baoshan. It is about the culture, the trails, the potential, and, of course, the local riders who call it home.
Oli Carter
Nov 7, 2018
Video: Juggling the Work-Life Balance
UK enduro racer Oli Carter shows us that's it's possible to ride, race and have fun whilst holding down a family, job and mortgage.
Gustav Gullholm
Nov 5, 2018
Making a Modern Bike Resemble a Retro Classic
Crazy-man Gustav Gullholm's latest dream build pays homage to a 1990's cross-country icon.
Mountain Biking BC
Nov 4, 2018
A Week on Vancouver Island
Is spending a week on Vancouver Island with your bike a dream come true? The winners of the Bikes and Beer contest think so!
Jan Valaska
Nov 4, 2018
Telling Yuri's Story
After moving to Canada for skiing, Yuri fell in love with the mountain biking on offer in the Sea to Sky region. Yuri recently suffered a life-changing accident and this is his story told from his brother-in-law's perspective.
Mike Kazimer
Nov 2, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: Would You Rather Have an Air or Coil Sprung Shock on Your Trail Bike?
If you had the choice, which would you pick? And don't worry, there are options for hardtail riders and elastomer aficionados too.
Bryn Dickerson
Nov 1, 2018
World Cup Racer Bryn Dickerson Shows Off Wellington, NZ
Staying pinned in NZ's capital.
Karl Chapman
Oct 31, 2018
Fighting Back When Facing Adversity
After suffering a life-changing injury, Karl Champman picked himself up and set out on a mission to get out on two wheels.
Andrej Dekleva
Oct 30, 2018
2019 Maribor DH World Cup - What We Can Expect
The 2019 World Cup calendar is looking hot, so what can we expect from the Maribor round? Ex-racer and UCI Technical Delegate David Vazquez shares his thoughts.
Mike Powell
Oct 29, 2018
Red Bull Rampage Podcast
Mike Powell talks with 12 riders and personalities at this year's Red Bull Rampage.
Patricio Goycoolea
Oct 28, 2018
Conquering The San Jose Volcano by Bike
At 5,856-metres above sea level, the San Jose Volcano is a sight to behold. An intrepid crew of riders decided to ascend and descend the volcano for the first time ever, by bike.
Aidan Oliver
Oct 26, 2018
Social Roundup: Final Prep - Red Bull Rampage 2018
A breezy morning has pushed the finals back by an hour, which means there's time to catch up on the action from yesterday's practice.
Andy Cole
Oct 25, 2018
Photo Epic: A Scottish Highland Bikepacking Adventure
Going biking in Scotland and hoping for good weather is like rolling dice - sometimes you win, sometimes you lose and this bikepacking adventure certainly had its moments of uncertainty!
COMMENCAL BIKES & SKIS
Oct 24, 2018
Kyle Strait's Camo Commencal - Red Bull Rampage 2018
Take a look at the bike of Rampage legend Kyle Strait.
Nukeproof
Oct 23, 2018
Behind the Scenes With Sam Hill & the Nukeproof EWS Team
Take a unique behind the scenes look at Team CRC-Mavic's phone pictures from the final two rounds of the EWS series.
YT Industries
Oct 22, 2018
The Bikes of YT's Red Bull Rampage Riders
YT has a crew of heavy hitters assembled in the Utah desert for Red Bull Rampage. Take a look at the bikes of Andreu Lacondeguy, Cam Zink, Ethan Nell, Jordie Lunn, and Adolf Silva.
Rocky Mountain
Oct 22, 2018
Carson Storch’s Custom Painted Rocky Mountain Maiden - Red Bull Rampage 2018
Carson Storch's Rampage bike has a paint job inspired by a WWII bomber.
Ian Robertson
Oct 22, 2018
Photo Epic: Trans Provence Revisited
Now in his 50's, Ian Robertson returns to tame the Trans-Provence race after sampling its gruelling route some 5 years earlier.
Victor Major
Oct 21, 2018
Video: Adventuring from Aspen to Crested Butte & Back in 36-Hours
With only 36-hours to get there and back, the crew had the joy of riding plenty of EWS-tested single track as fast as they could.
Pinkbike Staff
Oct 18, 2018
Kyle Ebbett, East Coast Mountain Bike Legend, Has Passed Away
Ebbett was a fixture of the mountain bike scene in Vermont and beyond.
HKT Products Ltd
Oct 18, 2018
Podcast: A Conversation With Independent Bike Shop Owners
Bringing together Stif Cycles' Sammy Smithson, Scott Cordy of Pedal Addiction Cycles, one-half of D&D Cycles, Dan Locks and the imitable Sandy Plenty of The Trailhead Bike Co., HKT Podcast discusses the impact of direct to consumer brands (in the UK), how they each approach online discount mentality, marketing and much, much more...
IntoTheRide
Oct 16, 2018
Two Brothers are Riding From Cancun to Whistler With a Portable Kicker - Part 2
Taking road tripping to the next level, the two brothers started in Cancun, Mexico and rode North all the way to Whistler Bike Park. The main difference about this road trip; they're doing it entirely under their power!
Geoff Kabush
Oct 12, 2018
Geoff Kabush's Race Diary from Bentonville Off-Road
Although things didn't go to plan for Geoff, he still had a cracking weekend at the Arkansas race.
missjoeygough
Oct 12, 2018
Dirt Jump Legend Joey Gough's Summer Riding Adventure
From the Scottish steeps of Glentress to Chatel's massive jumps and Wales' thriving bike parks, Joey Gough sends it high and long!
Paul Rayner
Oct 11, 2018
Video: The Ultimate Vintage GT Bike Collector
Lucio Rivas is an Argentinian born Queenstown local and he has an obsession with vintage GT mountain bikes - he's collected around 40 old-school models.
Save Montana Bike Trails in the Bitterroot Valley - Comment Before November 18, 2018
A passionate advocate for Montana's Bitterroot Valley trails explains exactly how you can get through bureaucracy and get your comment read.
HKT Products Ltd
Oct 8, 2018
Podcast: What Does it Take to Build a Bike Frame From Scratch?
The HKT Podcast are joined by Si & Matt Bowns of 18Bikes and asks them 'What it takes to build a mountain bike frame from scratch?'
Lars Evers
Oct 5, 2018
4Cross Bike Checks: MTB Festival – Leibstadt, Switzerland
Take a look at the details of these ten different 4Cross bikes.
Chris Kilmurray
Oct 3, 2018
Coach Chris Kilmurray Weighs In On 2019 UCI MTB Rulebook Changes
Chris Kilmurray, coach to riders like Tahnee Seagrave, Greg Callaghan, Greg Williamson and others, chimes in on how he thinks the 2019 UCI MTB rule changes are going to affect next year's racing.
Hunting Out Quantock Gold
The Quantocks offer mountain bikers a magnificent variety of terrain to ride, from scenic tracks up high on the heath to flowing downhills in the deep forests of the combes.
Stunning Views Heli Biking in Spain
Stunning views, miles of descending on singletrack, and a helicopter. What more could you want?
Exploring New Trails in Slovakia with Michal Prokop
Michal Prokop rides the Malino Brdo bike park in Slovakia and the surrounding area.
Video: Allies of the Aboriginal Youth Mountain Bike Program
The Aboriginal Youth Mountain Biking Program is a group of mountain bike riders, coaches and community leaders who support and encourage Aboriginal youth to mountain bike.
Downtime Podcast
Sep 25, 2018
Katy Winton on the Downtime Podcast
Katy Winton gives an open and honest view of what it’s like to be pushing hard at the top of one of the most challenging disciplines that mountain biking.
Video & Photo Report: Dirt Wars UK, FMB Round #5 - Rocket World
The penultimate round of the UK Dirt Wars series took place in Somerset this weekend.
Yaroslav Alpizar
Sep 18, 2018
Exploring & Racing on the Portuguese Island of Madeira
Explore the riding and racing scene on the Portuguese Island of Madeira.
Dom Knight
Sep 18, 2018
Video: The MTB Scene is Blooming in Little-Known Spot Outside Brighton
Steyning in the South East of the UK offers up some surprising and little-known riding.
João Fânzeres
Sep 15, 2018
Fan Perspective on the Lenzerheide World Champs
João Fânzeres heads to the Lenzerheide World Championships and was able to capture the action from the sidelines.
Mike Levy
Sep 14, 2018
Pinkbike Poll - What Matters Most: World Cup or World Champs?
If you were a top pro, would you care more about winning the World Cup overall title, or would you want the one-day win for a World Champs rainbow jersey?
Downtime Podcast
Sep 14, 2018
World Champs Post-Race Chat with Neko Mulally & Eliot Jackson on the Downtime Podcast
Chris Hall from the Downtime Podcast chats with Eliot Jackson and Neko Mulally about what it's like to race at World Champs, the challenges of the Lenzerheide track, and what it takes to win.
Downtime Podcast
Sep 11, 2018
We Are One Composites' Dustin Adams on the Downtime Podcast
Dustin Adams was one of the first Canadian downhill racers to break onto the World Cup scene, and now runs a carbon wheel company in Kamloops, BC.
Riding The Tetons: Grand Targhee Resort - Wyoming
Grand Targhee Resort is in a valley full of amazing views, incredible fishing, and most importantly unrivaled singletrack.
Paul Aston
Sep 7, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: Who's Going to Win World Champs?
Cast your votes on who will take the top spots in downhill this weekend.
Truckee Bike Park - Building Community Through Cycling
Truckee Bike Park has been born out of endless labor and plenty of love from a few tireless people.
Jackson Green
Sep 1, 2018
New Zealand's Only Tandem DH Racers Take On Megavalanche & More
Ever seen a tandem wallride before?
Downtime Podcast
Aug 28, 2018
Rachel Atherton's Mechanic Joe Krejbich on the Downtime Podcast
Joe Krejbich, mechanic to Rachel Atherton sits down to chat about his background, how he got from working in a bike shop to working for the Atherton's, and then we'll step through a World Cup weekend from Joe’s point of view.
Daniel Sapp
Aug 24, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: Do You Listen to Music While Riding?
Our sense of hearing is powerful. Does music have a place out on the trails, or is it best left muted when you get on the bike?
Graubunden, Switzerland Looks Epic
After being propelled into the spotlight thanks to Danny MacAskill's video - Home of Trails - the Graubunden region has plenty of epic riding to offer.
HKT Products Ltd
Aug 21, 2018
Ben Cathro Talks About Going From Inside to Outside The Tape
In this edition of The HKT Podcast ex-World Cup DH racer, Ben Cathro, talks about how he's carved out his niche analysing world cup tracks, how he started his MTB career and loads more.
James Shirley
Aug 20, 2018
British Enduro Racer Talks Unlocking the Secrets to Sponsorship Success
James Shirley talks about the steps he's taken from privateer to professional enduro racer, giving budding racers some tips along the way.
HKT Products Ltd
Aug 20, 2018
FMBA Rider Bryce Starling Discusses His Injury, Promoting Slopestyle in North America & More
In this episode of the HKT Podcast Bryce Starling talks slopestyle in North America and how his series hopes to bring the sport back to North America.
Mike Powell
Aug 14, 2018
Derek Westerlund Talks Freeride Entertainment, How He Got into Making Movies & More
In the this Powell Movement Podcast, Derek talks about growing up in Kamloops, how he got into making movies, when employees leave and much more. Derek has no filter so it's a fun podcast!
Dylan Sherrard
Aug 14, 2018
Finding the Flow State at Sun Peaks Resort
Right here, right now. Fully consumed in the present moment.
Jakub Sedivy
Aug 14, 2018
Photo Report: Hillbilly Huckfest 2018
The Hillbilly Huckfest is a friendly gathering of bikers with some fun contests, local trail shuttles, bike tours, sick parties and indeed the Dark Fest sessions by some of the best freeride bikers in the world.
The Summertime Cast Blues
Mike Kazimer
Aug 10, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: How Well Do You Know Your Mountain Bike History?
Are you a bike history buff, or are you relatively oblivious when it comes to mountain biking's past?
Chris Kilmurray
Aug 6, 2018
Analysis: Unlocking The Secrets To Mont-Sainte-Anne's DH World Cup
As the coach to riders like Tahnée Seagrave, Reece Wilson, Greg Williamson & Wyn Masters, Chris Kilmurray shares his unique insight into how to unlock the secrets of the Mont-Sainte-Anne world cup track.
Adam Morse
Aug 5, 2018
Video: The Working Man's World Series - Episode 1
After winning multiple EWS qualifier events, Adam Norse sets out to race the entire Enduro World Series as a privateer, while holding down his day job as a mechanical engineer.
Daniel Sapp
Aug 3, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: How Often Do You Wash Your Bike?
Is your bike usually sparkly clean, or is it still caked in mud when you head out for a ride?
Robert Rebholz
Aug 3, 2018
Summer Bike Park Hit List on the East Coast of the USA
Photographer Rob Rebholz visits the East Coast's Gravity Logic built bike parks in Killington, Windham and Thunder Mountain to find out what each spot has to offer.
Julia Hofmann
Jul 31, 2018
Doorstep Discoveries in La Palma, Spain
La Palma's close proximity to Spanish rider Carlos Blanchard's home meant he overlooked the island's potential for years. After visiting and riding some of the best trails on the planet, he questions why he'd not travelled there sooner.
Mike Powell
Jul 30, 2018
Darren Berrecloth Talks About Money, Injuries & Video Projects on the Powell Movement Podcast
Mike Powell from The Powell Movement catches up with Darren Berrecloth and talks about his career thus far.
Tito Tomasi
Jul 30, 2018
Video: Crossing the Pyrenees by Bike in 10 Days
Totalling 811 kilometers and 32,290 meters of climbing in 10 days, Tito Tomasi's last trip across the Pyrenees was a hard one.
Kamil Tatarkovic
Jul 30, 2018
Searching Out Stoke in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
Even a 10-hour drive couldn't stop Czeck riders Kamil, Honza, Jara and Kuba from visiting Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis in Austria.
Patrick Logan
Jul 28, 2018
Bikepacking Across BC's Rossland Range in a Weekend
Patrick Logan & Paul Lermer-Lanier cross the Rossland range in a weekend, and prove you can accomplish a lot in just two days!
Mike Levy
Jul 27, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: What's the Most You'd Spend on a Mountain Bike?
In your current situation, how much money would you be okay throwing at a new dream bike?
michael clyne
Jul 27, 2018
Taking The Plunge in a Quest to Become a Pro Racer
Michael Clyne, now a 40-year-old Scottish racer, tells his story about how he's gone from hacking around on hardtails to competing at the top level in the UK's toughest enduro races.
IntoTheRide
Jul 26, 2018
Two Brothers are Riding From Cancun to Whistler With a Portable Kicker - Part 1
These guys take road tripping to the next level - starting in Cancun, Mexico they rode North hitting up riding spots on the way with Whistler Bike Park set as their final destination. The main difference about this road trip; they're doing it entirely under their power!
Andy Cole
Jul 26, 2018
Scoping Out Scotland's Hidden Gems
Tackling the Mamore range above Glen Coe, on the map it looked perfect, with defined trails up and down the summits, amazing 360 views and some promising descents.
Downtime Podcast
Jul 24, 2018
World Cup DH Coach Alan Milway on the Downtime Podcast: Beyond the Bike
Alan Milway is a coach with a list of clients past and present that most people can only dream of working with, including the Athertons, Danny Hart, Manon Carpenter, Martin Maes and Brendan Fairclough.
Richard Cunningham
Jul 19, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: How Long is Your Average Mountain Bike Ride?
Statistics suggest that people are compressing their outdoor activities into smaller time slots. Does that affect mountain bike riders as well?
A Dusty High Five at Sun Peaks Resort
Dylan Sherrard waxes poetic about dusty summer evenings shredding at Sun Peaks Resort.
BC Bike Race
Jul 16, 2018
28 Bikes of BC Bike Race
Take a look at the BC Bike Racer's bikes, from those challenging the top step, challenging themselves, or the team of crew members who also take to the course to support the racers.
Marco Tucci
Jul 13, 2018
A Love Letter to Val di Sole From a Super Fan
An Italian super fan travels across the country once a year in order to stand amongst the crowd and watch the Val di Sole World Cup DH race in person.
Is Exmoor Southern UK's Best Riding Spot?
Trail Unknown thinks so and here's why.
Mike Kazimer
Jul 6, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: What Injuries Have You Received While Mountain Biking?
Mountain biking's incredibly fun, but it can also be incredibly painful. What does your injury list look like?
Anthony Joh
Jun 27, 2018
Video: How Kevin Bacon's Quicksilver Got Me Into Mountain Biking
Did Kevin Bacon get you into mountain biking, too? Follow one passionate rider's journey from dishwashing to a two-wheeled addiction.
Thomas Gaffney
Jun 27, 2018
Taking on the Big Guns at the Pump Track Challenge
Could Mason Bryant, an unsponsored and unprepared Kiwi rider, rise to challenge the top dogs at Crankworx's Pump Track competition?
Brian Plunkett
Jun 6, 2018
Is Throwing Flour Ruining The Magic, Or Just Getting The Shot?
A behind-the-scenes look at what Brian Plunkett did to capture a tricky night shot.
Patrick Logan
Jun 26, 2018
Shred-Ventures On The Cheap
Patrick Logan gives you some handy tips and advice on how to go bikepacking and shredding without breaking the bank.
HKT Products Ltd
Jun 25, 2018
Behind The Scenes Podcast - Crankworx Les Gets 2018
The HKT Podcast produced three episodes during Crankworx Les Gets, interviewing Loic Bruni, Sam Blenkinsop, Jill Kintner, Rachel Atherton, and more.
Jared Fry
Jun 23, 2018
Vancouver Artist Paints Iconic MTB Images For Charity
Jared Fry's collaborated with some of the world's best photographers to create paintings that will help support the Stevie Smith Legacy Foundation, the Kelly McGarry Foundation, and the Red Cross BC Disaster Relief Fund.
Polish MTB Community Raising Funds For Sick Son of Former Polish Downhill Champion
Former Polish National DH Champion Mikołaj Wincenciak's newborn son Sasiu was born with neuroblastoma cancer, and the Polish MTB community is raising funds for him to go to Germany for a complex surgery.
Daniel Sapp
Jun 15, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: Do You Use Tire Inserts?
Flat tires happen to everyone, but liners claim to help prevent them. Are you using them?
Female Riders Race Team At The British Enduro Champs
Find out what the Female Riders Race Team have been up to at the British Enduro Champs and elsewhere.
Ryan Leech
Jun 13, 2018
Ryan Leech On How the Risk Paradox Affects Mountain Bikers
Is the risk worth the reward? "The paradox is that to make myself feel fully alive I have to risk life itself." Ryan Leech opens up on how we handle risk in our sport.
Giacomo Großehagenbrock
Jun 12, 2018
Video: 77designz Develops a Bike Frame
Follow the development of a bike frame from the ground up with 77designz's Stefan and Giacomo.
Mike Kazimer
Jun 8, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: Could You Make it Down a World Cup Downhill Course?
Be honest - do you think you could take on a World Cup DH track without any issues?
Blacksheep Mountain Bike Club Is In The Running for a $5000 Grant
The Blacksheep mountain bike club is in the running for a $5,000 grant, and are looking for support.
Alasdair MacLennan
Jun 5, 2018
A Local's Perspective From the Fort William World Cup
View the action from the 2018 Fort William World Cup through the lens of a local. Alasdair MacLennan breaks down his thoughts on last weekend's action.
Race Report: Sampling South Tyrol´s finest at TrailTrophy Latsch 2018
Good weather, good food, and good trails - the ninth annual TrailTrophy Latsch delivered.
Gabriel Gakwaya
Jun 4, 2018
The Softer Side of Mont-Sainte-Anne
A small crew of Québec City locals explores the lesser-known trails in Mont-Sainte-Anne.
Destination Showcase: Cairns, Australia
Cam Mackenzie heads to Cairns, Australia and finds sandy beaches, local wildlife, tropical fruit plantations and a wide variety of mountain bike trails.
Air Maiden Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
Over 100 women made their way to the tenth women-only freeride camp in Glentress, Scotland.
Daniel Sapp
May 25, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: What's On Your Summer Riding List?
Where are you going and how are you getting there?
Scott Rapoport
May 23, 2018
Tales From Southwest China's Downhill Scene
The story of how The Goat House became one of China's downhill hotspots.
Julia Hofmann
May 21, 2018
Music & Mountain Biking Overcome Language Barriers on an Adventure in Morocco
Gorgeous scenery, good food, music, and acceptance transcend language barriers on this mountain bike adventure in Morocco.
Remap
May 21, 2018
Video: EWS or Bust - Episode 2 Olargues, France
Round three of the EWS proved to be exceptionally gruelling with gnarly tracks and wet weather. Privateer racer Richard Payne gave it his best go!
Julia Hofmann
May 20, 2018
Photo Story: Fresh Lines in the Middle of the Atlantic
Julia Hofmann visits the Azores, an increasingly popular mountain bike destination.
Tito Tomasi
May 18, 2018
Exploring Peru & Bolivia Along the Ancient Inca Trail
Tito Tomasi heads into the wilds of Peru and Bolivia to ride the Inca Trail with nothing more than his bike and a GoPro camera.
Max Berkowitz
May 16, 2018
Video: Max Berkowitz's 2018 Demo Reel
Revel in the visual beauty of a small selection of Max Berkowitz's favourite moments he's captured over the last year or so.
Mike Kazimer
May 11, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: What Mountain Bike Event Are You Most Likely to Watch?
If the quality of coverage was the same between all disciplines, which mountain bike event would be on your screen?
A Spring Fling in North Carolina
A group of friends make the journey south from snow-covered hills in search of dry trails, warm sun and spring riding sensations.
James Shirley
Apr 27, 2018
The Trials And Tribulations of a Privateer EWS Racer
James Shirley spends the summer roaming the world in search of EWS racing glory whilst living out the back of his converted van. Find out what life's really like on the road.
GASPI
Apr 26, 2018
Morocco: A Country of Contrasts - Video & Photo
Morocco is one of the most varied and diverse countries around, but does that make it the perfect place for a mountain bike adventure? Richard "Gaspi" Gasperotti finds out...
continental-atherton
Apr 18, 2018
Mille Johnset: The Next Rising Star of World Cup Downhill?
Mille Johnset has the future at her feet and is feeling ready to take on her first world-level downhill race under the careful guidance of the Atherton Academy.
Mike Levy
Apr 12, 2018
What the Heck is a Down-Country Bike? - Opinion
Is there a new breed of mountain bike on the horizon?
rasoulution
Apr 8, 2018
Run For Those Who Can't in the Wings for Life Event & Raise Money for Spinal Cord Research
Run for those who can't run or ride their bikes anymore due to spinal cord injuries at the Wings for Life World Run on May 6th and help raise money for research to help find a cure for paraplegia.
Mike Levy
Apr 6, 2018
Pinkbike Poll - Would You Take a Free 250 Watts if No One Knew?
No motor and no drugs, just a free 250 watts that you most certainly didn't earn. Would you take it?
Matt Jones
Apr 4, 2018
Downhill Southeast Kicks off Season in Sequatchie, Tennessee
Photos and race report from the kick-off event in the Downhill Southeast Series in Sequatchie, Tennessee.
Reece Wallace
Apr 3, 2018
Help Reece Wallace Raise Money for Cancer Research & Win
Help Reece Wallace with his “Huck Cancer” fundraising efforts and you can win yourself some great prizes!
robert anke
Apr 2, 2018
Easter Monday Funnies From "Over the Bars" Comics
Get your shot of Funnies from OTB to wash down those Easter eggs.
Mike Levy
Mar 30, 2018
Breeding the Ultimate Mutt Bike - Opinion
What would your two-wheeled mutt look like if you could combine traits from a handful of your favorite bikes?
Mike Kazimer
Mar 23, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: What Year Did You Start Mountain Biking?
Do you remember when it all began?
Fine Line Media
Mar 23, 2018
Anneke Beerten is Hungry for an EWS Win
After two seasons of misfortune, Anneke Beerten is back to full health and looking for a win on the Enduro World Series.
San Diego Cycling Community Fights for Local Skills Park
After their local pump track was bulldozed yet again, San Diego cyclists are rallying for the support of the surrounding community, asking them to call on council and show support for not only this specific community park, but parks like this around San Diego County.
Mike Levy
Mar 16, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: What Supplies Do You Bring With You on a Ride?
Are you a light packer, or are you ready to kill and skin the bear that's stupid enough to test you?
Mike Levy
Mar 9, 2018
Flow Trail Overload? Or Never Enough Flow? - Pinkbike Poll
Has the push for smoother, easier trails gone too far? Or can there never be enough flow?
Sedona Mountain Bike Festival - Day Two
Sunshine, singletrack, and bikes at the second day of the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival.
Sedona Mountain Bike Festival - Day One
Now in its third year, the event is showing no signs of slowing down and this is by far the largest year yet.
robert anke
Mar 4, 2018
Sunday Funnies From "Over the Bars" Comics
OTB Comics discusses how more prevarication doesn't always equal better decisions.
Roger Carry
Feb 24, 2018
Off the Clock: 48 Hour Road Trip - Video
Burning the candle at both ends, a group of mates flipped the bird to a traditional weekend of riding to see if they could hit 4 spots in 4 states over 48 hours.
Vernon Felton
Feb 23, 2018
Is "Traditional" a Good Thing When It Comes to Wheels? - Pinkbike Poll
Wheels take a tremendous amount of abuse. Consequently, I'll be the first to admit to having a bias against wheels that strike me as prizing fashion over function. But where do you draw the line?
robert anke
Feb 18, 2018
Sunday Funnies From 'Over the Bars' Comics
OTB Comics talks standards, long, low and slack and money troubles in this instalment of stories from the trailhead.
stevemokan
Feb 17, 2018
Seasons of Change in the Elk Mountains
Reminiscing about fall colours and tacky trails with these photos of Colorado in September.
teeneegee
Feb 12, 2018
International Women's Bike Summit - Girls' Camp in the Engadin, Switzerland
The multi-day International Women's Bike Summit is a great place for like-minded people to meet.
Over 25 Pro Jerseys Being Auctioned Off to Raise Money for Adrian Walsh
Over 25 pro DH and EWS riders including Sam Hill, Troy Brosnan, Brook MacDonald and more, have donated autographed jerseys to help raise money for Adrian Walsh after he suffered a devastating spinal injury.
Escaping to the Portuguese Sunshine
Trading in the dark Norwegian winter for some Portuguese sun was the perfect antidote to winter.
Vernon Felton
Feb 9, 2018
When Are New Standards Called For? - Pinkbike Poll
Most engineers will tell you that innovation simply requires that standards change. But what kind of performance gain actually merits creating a new standard and making last season's parts obsolete?
robert anke
Feb 4, 2018
Sunday Funnies From 'Over The Bars' Comics
OTB Comics tells some funny (and bang on point) stories from the trailhead.
teeneegee
Jan 28, 2018
A Tour of the Pyrenees' Endless Trails - Photo Report
Tina Gerber recounts her trip to the Pyrenees—6 days of technical singletrack in the Spanish and French backcountry around Bagà.
Paul Aston
Jan 26, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: Does Bike Weight Matter?
Does the weight of your bike make a difference to your riding?
Brice Shirbach
Jan 25, 2018
Share the Ride: Camden, NJ
With the help of generous donations from the Pinkbike community, we were able to provide bikes and bring smiles to the faces of ten at-risk youth from one of America's most dangerous cities. Thank you for Sharing The Ride with us Camden!
Mike Kazimer
Jan 19, 2018
Pinkbike Poll: Does the Current Method of Mountain Bike Classification Make Sense?
It can be confusing trying to sort through all of the labels given to modern mountain bikes - is there a better way to categorize them?
robert anke
Jan 17, 2018
OTB Comics - E-Bikes
Everyone knows there are three things you don't bring up at the dinner table: religion, politics, and...
Nick Clarke
Jan 16, 2018
Once in a Lifetime Opportunity: Nick Clarke's Epic African Adventure – Video
Nick Clarke heads out on an epic adventure to Cape Town in South Africa to work hard and play hard!
Want a Private Backyard Dirt Jump Park? You Can Have One if You Live in Victoria, BC
Ex-Norco Factory Team downhill racer Hugo Donais has built a personal bike park in Victoria's ultra-exclusive Uplands neighbourhood, and he's looking for a renter.
The Flannel Crew Year in Review 2017 - Video
Epic adventures, awesome riding and fantastic people – the Flannel Crew's 2017 looked like a banger.
Zach Petersen
Jan 7, 2018
Rocky Mountain Dreaming - Riding the Best of Colorado and Wyoming
SO MANY PHOTOS! Zach and Dane Petersen take a trip through Wyoming and Colorado to see what makes them such world-renowned destinations.
James Shirley
Apr 6, 2018
Top EWS Riders Learn the Lay of the Land in Israel
Max Schumann, Ines Thoma, Ludo May, James Shirley and other EWS racers are treated to diverse culture and trails as Israel's Noga Korem whisks them around the country.
Vernon Felton
Jan 5, 2018
How Much Do Looks Matter When You’re Purchasing a Bike? - Pinkbike Poll
Looks, for better or for worse, matter. I’m not saying they should. I’m just saying they do. Arguing against this is a lot like arguing against the existence of gravity here on earth. The better question, then, is this: Just how much do looks matter to you when you’re purchasing your next bike?
Two Cyclists Arrested for Illegally Riding in Marin County
Controversy continues over trail access for mountain bikers in Marin County.
The Evolution of the Pisgah Stage Race
Is the Pisgah Stage Race on your calendar this year?
James Morris
Dec 29, 2017
What is the Forum's Sexiest AM/FR/Enduro Hardtail of 2017? - Pinkbike Poll
Six hardtails were selected by forum members - now it's time to cast your vote and decide which one makes you drool the most.
residencediliguria
Dec 29, 2017
LiguriaBikeXperience: Borgio Verezzi - Video
An enduro racer visits eight different resorts, riding to find the best trails of each location.
Ian Hylands
Dec 27, 2017
Rocks, Roads, Reggae 2017 - Event Recap
Ian Hylands documents the 2017 Rocks, Roads & Reggae gravel ride.
Vorsprung Suspension
Dec 27, 2017
The Tuesday Tune Ep 24 - Frequency, Vibration and Harshness Part 2
Steve continues the discussion about vibration and frequency, and how they can be addressed by bike setup.
Pinkbike Staff
Dec 24, 2017
What Did You Get For Christmas?
As we do each year here on Pinkbike, it's time to brag (or complain) about what Santa brought you this season!
North Shore Bike Shop
Dec 24, 2017
Anton's Awesome Race - Happy Holidays
Catch up with Anton as he takes part in an awesome race.
Kim Brennan
Dec 20, 2017
This Canyon Strive Needs a New Home - Just 1 More Day to Share The Ride!
We're currently sitting at 96% of the target, with just one day until we close the contest! Have you donated for a chance to WIN?
Here's What the NSMBA Accomplished in 2017
Take a look at what the NSMBA achieved with the help of their staff and volunteers in 2017.
Vernon Felton
Dec 19, 2017
Wilderness Bill Clears First Hurdle in Congress
Things are heating up. A bill that would remove the ban on bikes in Wilderness areas has cleared its first hurdle in Congress. Oh, and there's a petition floating around the Internet asking IMBA to stop opposing the bill in question.
High and Dry in Tennessee
Head to higher ground for great wet weather riding this winter.
Kim Brennan
Nov 3, 2017
Just 7 More Days for a Chance to Win Over $20,000 in prizes! - Share The Ride
Share the Ride is back again - donate now to help provide disadvantaged children with bikes, helmets, and locks, and for a chance to win a Canyon Strive, plus tons of other great prizes.
FMB World Tour
Dec 16, 2017
Interview with Emil Johansson: On the Speedway to Slopestyle Success
FMB catch up with Emil Johansson to talk about his incredible year and his past, present and future.
Vernon Felton
Dec 15, 2017
Suspension Travel - What's Your Ideal Amount? - Pinkbike Poll
Over the years, the popularly accepted "ideal" amount of suspension travel for every kind of mountain biking has changed. Why is that and what do you think is the perfect amount of suspension for XC, Trail, Enduro, Park and DH bikes?