Always wanted to go to a tradeshow? We explain how Interbike, Eurobike, Sea Otter, and the Taipei Cycle Show work and what it's like to attend them.

Mountain Bike Vermont and Kingdom Trails have partnered again for the WinterBike Fatbike Festival on March 2, 2019.

A December to remember...

Putting flowers on the grave of a bike show that most riders were never invited to attend.

''While there were distinct advantages to Reno and Tahoe as venues for Interbike...''

What do GPS units, french toast, power meters, gloves, peristaltic pumps, and Hope's carbon enduro bike all have in common? They're all in this article from Interbike.

One final round-up of gear from Interbike 2018, including Thule's new rack, White Industries' Micro Spline compatible freehub, Ritchey's new hardtail, and lots more.

We've pulled together some of our favorite oddities from Interbike 2018 here in Reno. Embrace the wackiness.

If you like to see how things work, you'll also want to see these cutaways and clear demos.

Do you have a thing for tools? Me too, which is why I tracked down some of the neatest ones at Interbike.

Are magnesium frames going to become commonplace? Allite's new alloy certainly is intriguing.

Maxxis' new EXO+ casing is on the way, along with an increased number of tires with their extra-tacky MaxxGrip compound.

Shimano launches new flat pedal and SPD compatible shoes, while Dakine shows off their new rain jacket and DH pants.

Oh, and it's an e-bike, too.

Interbike decided to come out here to California for the first annual Free-ride Festival at Northstar.

It's a roundup of pint-sized products, including a satellite communicator, a torque wrench, and a new way to hold your banana.

Alto's US-made hubs are at the center of these carbon hoops.

This $100 mini-pump moves a ton of air quickly, and you use your foot and leg instead of your hands and arm.

A first helmet from Alpinestars, a 7200 lumen light, and lots more—we may have left Las Vegas, but Interbike Randoms will endure.

IRC is aiming to make a comeback with a new enduro tire, Küat has a fresh rack for loners, and Kali cuts up one of their full face helmets.

Want to try something different? Wren has made some major updates to their inverted fork, but is it enough to compete with the big boys?

The new Transition shoe might be worth considering if you clip-in but also need some protection for your feet.

Lighter and cheaper? How often do you hear that?

Jamis says that this bike uses the ''most capable suspension design ever brought to market,'' which is a hell of a claim. What do you think?

Mondraker's prototype full-suspension bike is made in Germany, weighs just 18.8lb, and might not ever be sold to the public.

Before Interbike rolled up the red carpet, we found more cut-away components, ballistic underwear, alternative drivetrains, a press-fit bottom bracket that doesn't creak, and this...

A sturdy public workstation for your bike, new grips, and clever aluminum valve stems.

Sporty race-focused kicks to burly winter weather protection.

Based in San Diego, California, Patrol adds a stunning 29er to its modest, but impressive range of mountain bikes.

Helmets, racks, a shiny new purple bicycle, and more in this dispatch from Las Vegas.

See the world's most expensive Allen wrench kit, never lose a water bottle again, breathe new life into your 26-inch wheels - and we're just getting started...

This paint job might cost more than your entire bike...

Pearl Izumi has new kicks on the way for both flat pedal fanatics and clipless converts.

The Sena full-face helmet might be from the future, but Hope's pint-sized brake calipers and Xpedo's lightweight pedals are current day items.

Dive into this roundup of components and accessories spotted at Interbike 2017.

Kali's new Alchemy helmet features their Low Density Layer inserts at a new lower price point.

Denise Mueller-Korenek and the KHS she pedaled to 147.75 miles an hour at Bonneville

Improved goodies from X-Fusion, the world's lightest valve stems, and a look inside of 6D's Omni-Directional Suspension design.

The GateMate Pro is Thule's solution if you hang your bike over your truck's tailgate.

The Flowtron is all new inside and out, including its clever cam activation system.

They're bringing the concentric bottom bracket pivot back.

What do you get when you combine a built-in heating element and USB port, a beeswax-treated leather cover, and a carbon fiber shell and rails? Probably the trickest seat in existence.

Who ran out of demo bikes and which models disappeared most often.

What happens when a high-end carbon frame maker hires a famous US bike designer to compete with its own customers.

Pinion's Christoph Lerman and Gates' Paul Tolme discuss the benefits of anchoring distribution and support for the German gearbox in North America.

MRP's has neat a fix for those with Boost forks and non-Boost wheels.

A conversation with Brand Manager Brett Hahn about rethinking tire design and where it will be headed in the future.

The same power and modulation as Gwin's brake, but for less money.

Take a lap around the last outdoor expo staged in Boulder City, Nevada

Does an internally geared 14-speed hub + electronic shifter = win? Maybe, but it's not for us quite yet.

More coverage, room for goggles... and clip-on vent covers. The new Trackdown is one interesting lid.

The 'little suspension company that could' steps into the big-wheel, big-travel party with their brand new Trace 36.

Interbike—the biggest North American tradeshow for bike geeks—is leaving Las Vegas for Reno. Here's why that's happening and what it all means.

100% 在 2017 年又扩充了产品范围，更多选择。

29 articles from the show, to provide you with hours of entertainment.

New colors, styles and technical gear from Sombrio, Kask, Pearl Izumi, Terry, Bell, and Zoic.

How RockShox solved some of the Reverb's teething problems and a conversation about its future.

Yakima debuts a rooftop tent, HydraPak's new pressurized drink system, and the new NV 2.0 rack from Küat.

Roller bags, knee pads, zombie-proof locks and a fork that bears a resemblance to a super robot of yore.

Join RC for a technical treasure hunt at one of cycling's most unlikely destinations

This longstanding tool and accessory maker is shooting for the moon with a diverse range of high-quality and creatively engineered must-haves.

Rolf Prima's wild plus-sized carbon wheels, two new tires from Vittoria, and some exotic cranks from Rotor.

There's everything from downhill bikes to dogs in this selection of new products from Interbike.

A super light travel box for your bike from B&W, Alex's carbon wheelset that won't break the bank, and Giro's new Terraduro Mid shoe.

Two new wheel options from Industry Nine that offer less bling and more savings, and maximum bling and low weight.

There are some great looking offerings for the ladies that love to ride coming out in the coming months.

Shock updates, new cranks, and a clever multi-tool from three American companies.

Want to meet two of the most talented athletes in the sport? Stop by the Kali, booth 11044, at Interbike between 11am -12pm Thursday and Friday to meet Macduff and Rogatkin.

Tioga's webbed seat gets some padding, 6D's full face gets a new chin bar, and Renthal's new handlebars get hooked up to a data acquisition system.

New bars, pedals, and stems are on the way from Deity this February.

Hyper's aluminum downhill bike gets the go-ahead for production.

100% is expanding their reach into the mountain bike world for 2017 with the launch of a new line of clothing.

Kali's new multiple impact MacDuff helmet employs new materials and a different approach to helmet design.

Twelve-speed gearbox is lighter weight, more compact and targeted at mid-priced trail bikes

Lezyne 慶祝十周年推出了新型打氣桶與 GPS 記錄器。

Speedplay updates their SYZR pedal to be adaptable for riders who have leg length discrepancies.

Are you ready for an electronic drivetrain with automatic shifting?

Lezyne enter their tenth year with new digital pumps and expanded GPS offerings.

What's up? Candid conversations at Dirt Demo

Interbike finds itself at an interesting crossroads this year.

A new device is on the way that allows riders to see how hard and how often they're grabbing the brakes.

Alchemy now offers a less expensive, Asian-made version of their Arktos that will save customers $800 USD.

Patrol's 672 is an aluminum all-mountain bike that won't break the bank.

37 articles from the show, endless product and hours of entertainment.

POC頭盔、MagLOCK磁性踏板。

Everything that I learned about the bike industry in Las Vegas (and other assorted topics).

X-Fusion倒叉前叉、Reynolds碳纖輪組、Endless Bike齒片。

WTB握把、VP卡踏、Kore齒片。

下坡車、頭盔、手套、護具、輪組、行車電腦，什麼都有。

A quick lap to round-up all the ladies bikes on display at the show.

One last lap of the showroom floor for the ladies. We visit 7mesh, Giro, Ion, Zoic, Sugoi and more.

The MagLOCK pedal uses magnets to help hold your feet in place.

Friday was the last day for Interbike 2015 and here's my remaining big stack of randoms for your enjoyment.

Dramatic improvements in handling and better rough-ground performance - Brent Foes joins Liteville with a chassis designed around asymmetric wheel diameters.

New high-end trail and DH helmets emerge from Sweden.

Are you ready for your grips to require a specific handlebar? If you are, WTB's PadLoc system looks to add more comfort and safety.

ODI三款新握把。I9軸心隱藏工具組。Corsair硬尾車架。Atomlab碳纖輪組。

We take a look at women's product from iXS, Bell, TLD, Endura, G-Form and more from Interbike 2015.

More shiny goods from the halls of Interbike, including a very cool Marc Marquez inspired push bike for your offspring.

The title says it all - bikes, bikes, and more bikes from North America's largest cycling trade show.

Another round of new bikes, components, helmets, tools, and apparel.

We all love our bikes, but what about the rides that get us to the trail heads to ride our favourite whips? This edition is dedicated to all the 4 wheeled rigs that haul us around on the daily and that some of us lust over as strongly at our steeds. Here are all the rad company vehicles that I've found at Interbike.

2015 Interbike 展場 - Intense、Klein Design、Gravity、Renthal

Thule's most popular rack gets an overhaul for 2016.

Super wide but light carbon wheels, flashy chain rings and a bike computer that does everything except make you breakfast.

The Revel returns with a lower price and a stealthier color option while keeping its inverted design and 20mm thru-axle.

Forget the flashy paint and stuff the stealthy carbon, there is only one bike at Interbike that could tell this story...

We visit Pearl Izumi, Sombrio, Ryders and Alpinestars and stop to chat with some personalities along the way.

Corsair's Kraken awakes, and we check out Atomlab's new SL Carbon wheelset.

This week the Trailforks team will be an Interbike to showcase the app and answer any questions you might have, so make sure you stop by their booth.

We're out of the elements and roaming the air conditioned halls of Mandalay Bay's convention center. Join us for all the random goods that we can find.

Alchemy enters the full suspension arena with a carbon fiber all-mountain bike that's made in the USA.

Interbike戶外試乘搜略 - 2

We take a look at Bamboobee's DIY bamboo frame building kit and Industry Nine's tool setup that's stored inside of your axle.

ODI's Elite Series grips are claimed to deliver 'more padding with less bulk.'

There's a new dropper post in town that's less expensive than the competition, and we check out a sticky grip that helps to hold your hands in place.

Is this honeycomb pedal and shoe system going to be a third alternative to platform and clipless pedals?

The Uzzi returns for 2016, this time with 27.5" wheels and 190mm of travel.

Interbike戶外試乘搜略 -1

Just when we thought there was nothing left to see....

Day two in the desert for the Outdoor Demo had threatening weather, but everyone pulled through and we're bringing you more goodies from Interbike here in Las Vegas.

6D's new trail helmet features their clever dual-shell ODS design to better protect your head.

Vittoria's newest tires are constructed using Graphene and four different rubber compounds.

Marin's beautiful Pine Mountain 2 is an ode to days long past, and a look at Kask's new Rex helmet.

Fatbike pioneer talks sense about plus sized wheels for rank-and-file riders.

We slapped on the sunscreen, hydrated for the 100 degree heat and got you the goods.

New products from Liv, Camelbak, Shimano, Smith, and more.

A new carbon DH helmet, yet more plus-sized rubber, and a thing that you shove up your nose to go faster.

And we're off... Interbike 2015 coverage commences with a selection of sights from Bootleg Canyon, Nevada.

VP Components are giving you the chance to meet Nicholi Rogatkin to get an autograph at Interbike later this month.

MTBVT have put together a great gathering during the winter season for those that love two wheels.

Two miles and over 60 must-see (and must-never-see-again) images from Interbike 2014.

Ceramic super-spandex that takes more abuse than DH kits, power-meter shoes, amorphous titanium, 27.5-inch wheels made for 29ers, world's most expensive fatbike wheels, cut-away views, and man toys a-plenty.

New helmets from Lazer, lights from Gloworm, and two bikes from Jamis.

The final few bits from Interbike - flat pedals, shoes, lights, and even the possible rebirth of Rotec.

Another round of bikes, apparel and accessories designed for women that were on display at Interbike.

It's been a great trip to the desert and the first time in 10 years that I've seen rain out here. The show delivered a fine mix of fresh and proven parts for us to enjoy over the past 3 days. Here is my last instalment from the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for Interbike 2014.

Pedals, headsets, a carbon DH frame, and free cookies are all in the latest dispatch from Nevada.

Norco's pint sized Fluid 4 should offer big time fun for youngsters, the first true flat-pedal innovation in ten years, and we talk to America's top Junior downhill racer.

We stop for a look-in at Giro, Sombrio, Fly Racing and more.

The show moved out of the desert and into the conference center at the Mandalay Bay. With over 1200 vendors on hand you can guarantee that there is something here for everyone. These are some of the items I found while on my search for 2015 gear.

Check out Rat Boy's World Champs ride, plus tires, tools, cranks and other sights from Interbike.

New pedals from VP, a new 160mm travel hooligan bike from Atomlab, and a dog bowl. Yes, a dog bowl.

We visit with Juliana Bicycles, Troy Lee Designs, Dakine and more to see what's in store for the new year.

There is a lot going on at North America's largest cycling expo. Check out three products that grabbed our attention.

All new British products from 7iDP, Muc-Off and Endura.

A blacked-out 160mm trail crusher from Norco that won't break the bank, and new drivetrain bits from e*thirteen and Fouriers.

Vintage downhill bikes, body armor, and even a dropper post can crusher in this update from Interbike.

Check out some of the fun bits that I personally enjoyed at the Outdoor Demo here at Interbike 2014.

It's time to meet some folks that traveled near and far to be here at the Interbike Outdoor demo in Bootleg Canyon.

New carbon wheels from Formula, a pack with built in back protection from Deuter, and the return of Chumba.

Las Vegas is full of weird and wonderful sights, from pimped out downhill bikes to all-American vehicles and everything in between.

Ellsworth's Dare downhill bike is back, this time in carbon fiber and with maximum adaptability, while both Kappius and ENVE show off new carbon fiber goodies.

Power-Ranger fat bikes, free beer, Giant gets it right, your own Magneto glasses, Transition cowboys up, a glimpse of hell - and we are just getting started.

A close look at Devinci's nearly production ready Wilson SL downhill bike.

Another wave of new products, including pedals, helmets, and a wallet-friendly suspension fork.

Images and stories captured during a nine-mile walk through North America's largest cycling exposition:

Kenda's New Nevegal tire • Shimano debunks racing shoe design • Three new enduro tires from Michelin • Super wide carbon rims • New Tomac Bike • Park Tool gets fancy • Yakima DH-friendly racks • Oddest road bike ever • World's lightest handlebars and lots more.

More great products aimed at the ladies that enjoy ripping up their local trails.

又有一個新廠牌加入傳動與煞車系統戰局，讓我們來看看BOX Components的新武器。

X-Fusion最新限量倒叉前叉，金色外觀，碳纖戶罩，20mm軸心以及驚人的1,776美金售價，咱們實際把玩

Yet more from Interbike 2013, with a detailed look at:

• SQlab's clever seat fitting system
• A mid-weight, folding lock from ABUS
• Easton's new Vice XLT 650B wheels

Interbike can't all be for the boys. We hit the streets of the show to find out what's out there for the ladies too. Here's our first round of picks...

There's another contender in the drivetrain and brake market on the horizon - we take a look at what BOX Components has in store.

This interesting 190mm travel bike uses a 650B front wheel and 26" rear wheel combination, but there is more to its story than wheel sizes.

People, places, and a little bit of history at Interbike 2013.

The second to last day of Interbike 2013 sees us get up close and personal with:

• Norco's 160mm travel Range Carbon LE super bike
• A trick floor pump for shocks from Lezyne
• Hyper's production ready, 150mm travel all-mountain bike

Here's a color coordinated selection of products from Interbike that includes:

• Fly Racing's new all-mountain helmet
• 7iDP's line of protective wear
• Ergon's SME3 seat and GE1 grips

Today's Interbike bounty includes:

• Martin Söderström pro model Crane Pure helmet from POC
• Lizard Skin's ultra-light, ultra-comfy DSP grips
• The new Afterburner brakes from FSA

There's everything from downhill bikes to fanny packs in this batch of products seen at Interbike 2013.

One of the first names in 650B launches an aggressive downhill racing machine, spearheaded by Logan Bignelli

Interbike 2013 moves from the desert to the convention center, and we take a look at:

• The Thunderbolt, Rocky Mountains new all-country whip
• Ryders Eyewear's hybrid goggle/sunglasses, the Face GX
• A fat bike compatible Revel HLR and updated Hilo dropper post from X-Fusion
• KORE's lightweight Jive Mag pedals and sturdy Mega handlebars

Buy the ticket, take the ride.

It's an alphabet soup of products from Interbike, featuring everything from disc brakes to heart rate monitors.

The first up-close look at X-Fusion's ultra-exclusive, $1,776 inverted single crown fork. A 20mm thru-axle and plenty of gold and carbon fiber to be seen...

With the temperature hovering around 100 degrees, this may have been the hottest Outdoor Demo we've attended. For me I noticed an influx of fat bikes, new helmets, continuously improved suspension and good industry folk.

The second day of Interbike's Outdoor Demo was well worth the sunburn, with closer looks at:

• Maxxis' new Shorty downhill tire
• Magura's electronic eLECT compression damper
• e*thirteen's narrow/wide Guidering and lighter weight LG1r pedal

"For a loser, Vegas is the meanest town on earth." ~ Hunter S. Thompson

We take a closer look at Jared Graves' World Championships bike.

A full line of relevant mid and long-travel trailbikes marks the return of Marin to the mainstream.

The 150mm travel Dakar AMT Pro benefits from Jamis' five years of 650B experience.

A chance friendship launches a bike company built around a naturally grown composite frame tube.

Back by popular demand, Interbike strikes Las Vegas for the twenty-first year in a row. The dirt demo is still at the unassumingly rugged Bootleg Canyon, but the indoor show has moved to the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.

Interbike 2013 kicks off with the Outdoor Demo at Bootleg Canyon, a half hour drive from Sin City. Inside, we take a look at:

• WTB's ultra-aggressive, 26" soft conditions tire, the Warden
• Three new pedals from VP, including their massive Harrier platform
• Element Case's FuseDek iPhone bike mount and Rouge AL protection

New helmets, forks, fat bikes and more. Check out the sights from Interbike 2013.

A look at Marzocchi's new 160mm Enduro fork, the 350 NCR.

Two full-carbon 27.5-inch-wheel XC/trailbikes for 2014: the Absolute Truth and Epiphany Carbon XC.

Our good friends at Ryders Eyewear took their vintage VW Van from Vancouver to Las Vegas for Interbike with with some interesting stops along the way. This is their adventure.

The final chapter of Pinkbike's massive coverage of this year's Las Vegas bike show, including links to every story you may have missed.

In this issue:
• Video: Swagman Jackknife Rack • Video: Gemini Lights • Raffle - Win an Intense Uzzi • Bighorn Dropper Seat Post • Liteville 601 All-Mountain frame • Magic Link Designer's Next-Gen Prototype • Turner's 650b Burner • Dakine Hydration and Clothing • Chuck Norris Picks the Two Most Important Bikes of 2012.

Sombrio opened the doors in 1998 and has grown into one of MTB's more diverse clothing companies - some new stuff right here.

Must-haves, must-sees, and a few things that must never appear again - all from North America's longest-running bike show.

Yet more products from Interbike, including:

• A new DH worthy rim from Stan's
• Norco's 120mm travel Fluid 6.1
• The new Teva clipless all-mountain shoe
• An updated 1X guide from MRP
• A $5000 USD MotoGP suit from Alpinestars
• DH fork news from Marzocchi

We caught up to Mike Montgomery at Interbike to talk about his busted up thumb and what's he's getting up to next.

New Fox outwear for 2013 and a kick ass new Rampage Pro Carbon helmet - Pics, video and details.

And it's a wrap. After 2 days in the desert and three spent in the Sands Convention Center, we're done with Interbike. Check out some more of the highlights from Ian Hylands inside.

X-Fusion slices 250 grams from its dropper post and shows a revolutionary one-piece crown and steerer assembly.

So many things to see here at Interbike 2012, so pop in and have a look at:

• Cove Bike's World Champion Shocker
• Goal Zero's Portable Power
• Electric assist from Ego-Kits
• Norco's top tier Aurum and much more.

Another round of interesting bits from Interbike complements of Pinkbike photographer Ian Hylands.

Moving from the desert heat to the halls of the indoor show allowed us to avoid heatstroke but, far more importantly, check out some more cool gear. This time we take a look at:

• The evolved One Ghost Industries Musashi DH-1
• Steve Peat and Greg Minnaar's World Champ V10s
• A 29"-wheeled "BMX" bike from SE
• New, German-made helmets from Uvex
• Magura's $104 USD MT2 hydraulic brake
• A stunning remake of the Dakar-winning Porsche 953 4x4

Ian Hylands spent the day roaming the floor to get a feel for Interbike 2012, here is a taste of it in photos.

We jumped into the deep end to bring the goods from the Outdoor Demo, from the 'why didn't I think of that?' to the 'why did they think of that?'

• Devinci's 145mm travel Dixon Carbon
• The clever TRSr cranks from e*thirteen
• A mess-proof chain lube device
• Italian exotica from Pinarello
• G-Form reactive padding for your iPhone
• Smart grease from Motorex
• 27.5" tire roundup from Vee Rubber

Day two at Outdoor Demo - here are some of the products we saw at Dirt Demo that compelled us to take a closer look:

• e13's Pre-production Carbon guides
• Ellsworth's 100mm Travel 29er XC race bike
• 9 Zero 7 bikes from Alaska
• AM and DH bikes from Nuke Proof
• KHS 650B DH Prototype and more...

Diamondback's 5.5" travel Mason FS looks to be the Swiss army knife of 29ers.

Pinkbike photographer Ian Hylands rounded up these images on the second day of the Dirt Demo at Bootleg Canyon.

Day one from the Outdoor Demo includes a closer look at:

• Pearl Izumi's X Project 1.0 shoe
• The Contour +2 POV camera
• Goggles and glasses from Smith Optics
• Troy Lee Designs' jerseys from Semenuk, Hill, and others
• FOX suspension on the Raptor and Polaris RZR

We take a close look at Steve Smith's World Cup winning Wilson Carbon, a bike that may set a new standard when it comes to paying attention to the details.

Ian Hylands brings you his take on day one of the on dirt demo at Interbike 2012, the day in photos...

Smoke drops his rendition of an alternate to the trade shows we just showcased for the past month or so and we have to say that in an ideal world, his version would win year after year!

Arbutus Racks may have solved many of the problems that plague current bike rack designs. Have a look at how it works inside.

Interbike has wrapped up here at Pinkbike with our biggest random gathering of parts yet.

Fraser attended the ODI Invitational Go Kart Race in Vegas and it looked like a good time.

The Method (name chosen from the "Name the Frame" contest held at Sea Otter) is a lightweight DH - freeride bike that has an adjustable-angle headset and a front derailleur option built in.

Magura get it right in the long-travel trailbike class, and turns up the heat in the lightweight (and affordable) brake wars for 2012.

Three 2012 bikes that define the BC experience from Norco.

Pinkbike takes a first look at The North Face's 2012 MTB Clothing line-up.

Syntace was showing their new stem that is ready to handle 800mm wide bars with ease, and a carbon-shaft seat post designed to take the edge off big hits.

Pinkbike stops by Rocky Mountain to take a look at their sexy carbon fiber Element 70MSL and Flatline World Cup downhill racer, Shimano to check out the all-mountain inspired carbon Tharsis components and Dakine's booth to have a look at their latest clothing additions and new backpacks. You'll also find SRAM's prototype 10 speed Grip Shift, spotted on Jaroslav Kulhavy's race bike, inside as well.

The Speedplay Syzr's remarkable new pedal/cleat interface design is more secure and float is adjustable, learn more inside.

Danny Hart's World Champ winning Giant Glory was on display in the SRAM booth at Interbike and we stopped in for a closer look. Check out the details inside.

We take a closer look at Straitline's new all-mountain inspired pedal, the AMP. Check out the details inside, as well as an interview with the engineer who designed them.

Cam and Tyler McCaul prowl the halls of Interbike and interview the Claw, some stuck up mannequins and a sleeping Chinese factory owner. Oh, and Tyler gets a unicorn tattoo! Watch the video inside...

Vector Air DH shock and independent rebound and compression circuits highlight the X-Fusion lineup.

Trek World Racing rider Aaron Gwin gets interviewed by Kirt Voreis in the Smith Optics booth to talk about where he comes from, his training and where he wants to go. Watch the video interview inside.

Proto AM 29er hardtail • DFS downhill bike nears production • Watch the video walk-through.

A final installment of Interbike show big photos from Ian Hylands.

G-Form's impact reactive padding is offered in a much slimmer and lighter package than other options, making it more appealing for trail and all-mountain riders. Learn more about their shape shifting padding inside.

Morpheus shredder Anthony Messere sits down with Pinkbike to talk about his amazing season. Watch the video inside!

We still have a few bits that we want to show you from the desert and then we move inside to the air climate controlled Sands Convention Center.

Straitline showed us their second generation prototype hydraulic gyro at Interbike 2011. Watch the video inside with Cam McCaul, Mike Montgomery and Aaron Chase.

Twenty6 has their new Predator pedal on display at Interbike 2011 and it features some interesting changes. Have a look at it, as well as their F1.2 stem, inside to learn more.

Breezer number one was on display for only two days at Interbike - a rare sight on loan from a museum.

The first day and few select photos from Interbike by Fraser Britton and Ian Hylands...

Poking through the shelves and displays at the world's most rider-friendly expo I found a few things that deserve some added attention.

Imagine being able to consistently set up suspension in your shop for any rider before they head out, thus giving them a better ride? FOX shows off their concept IRD (Intelligent Ride Dynamics) set up at Interbike 2011

FOX Racing Shox takes us on a little ride into the desert to check out another portion of their company - the Offroad Racing division. Aaron Larocque and I gladly go along to capture the experience.

The 'Racelight' Syndicate V10 carbon frame and swingarm make their debut, weighing in a full 600 grams lighter than their predecessors.

Maxxis shows their commitment to big wheels with a prototype 29" x 2.5" Minion DHF, as well as the brand new Minion DHR 2 rear tire. Check out the details inside.

iXS had their 2012 Metis helmet to show off, and we take a closer look at the Claw's Signature Slope-Series EVO knee pads and impressive $90 USD Phobos fullface.

We take a closer look at Michelin's brand new Wild Grip'r 2 all-mountain tire, as well as their radical looking Protek Max inner tube.

Cane Creek gives us a close look at their new air sprung Double Barrel shock, and we hit the trails for a first test with it bolted to Intense's new carbon fiber Carbine trail bike.

A few shovels full of dirt tech from the unpaved aisles at the base of Bootleg Canyon bike park in between rain storms at this year's Outdoor Demo

Ian Hylands and Fraser Britton bring you more great photos from the Interbike Dirt Demo.

Devinci's 2012 Wilson downhill bike gets a carbon fiber swingarm for 2012, and we take the first look at their new Atlas 29'er.

Interbike 2011 is well underway and I got to spend a few hours at the Outdoor demo on Monday before being revved away for the afternoon. Here are some things that caught my eye on day one.

Pivot's most popular long-travel trailbike looks pretty swank in composite black.

The first day of Dirt Demo at Interbike is over, check out some of the days sights from Ian Hylands and Fraser Britton.

Interested in the world of design and manufacturing? Just a reminder, on September 13, 2011, Pinkbike presents the premiere of Gnarly Metal - Episode 2 of the Edge Factor TV series, featuring Mike Montgomery and Casey Groves.

As Managing Director Hus aims to closer align the 30-year show with both retailer and supplier needs.

We tried to leave Sin City, but it called us back and more companies are backing the Interbike show for 2011.

There was plenty to see at Interbike 2010 beyond the new bikes and gear that you'd expect to find and sometimes it pays to do a little exploring. We came across the 4iii booth (pronounced four eyes) and were quickly impressed with their neat heads up eyewear display unit. Inside you'll find a video explaining how the system works!

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Is this the final Interbike update? I certainly hope so! I've put together all that remains into one tidy package for you to look through and dream. Inside you'll find photos and info on:

• A new carbon bar and stem from Shimano's PRO Tharsis lineup
• A young centaur, which is not to be confused with a minotaur
• Speaking of half man, half animal, we also have Mark Weir's carbon Nomad
• New wheels and carbon railed saddles from WTB
• Fresh tools from Park
• Formula's new hybrid rotor
• Chub Rub for your meat
• Shiny parts from e*thirteen, Chub, and The Hive

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Corsair Bikes showed off their new Dominion at Interbike this year and it's a very interesting concept, 3 bikes in 1.

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The Geax tire lineup continues to grow in 2011 with the addition of a new lightweight, mud specific Datura soft conditions tire, as well as an updated Mezcal in a higher volume option. We'll take a closer look at those two, as well as the proven all-mountain friendly Sturdy. Inside you can scope out the new tires and listen to the audio explaining what changes have been made.

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If I did an article for each and every cool thing I saw at Interbike 2010 you'd be getting updates from the show for the rest of the year. With that in mind, I've put most of the coolest things together in one place.

Inside you'll be able to see:

• A new 6.5 mm thick pedal from Tioga
• Contour's GPS enabled HD camera
• Info on GoPro's 3D camera
• Updated pedals and direct mount stem from Twenty6
• DH bikes from Santa Cruz, Turner, Commencal, and Banshee
• Lots of other goodies!
• Cole wheels as used by the Coastal Crew and Steve Smith
• The mandatory picture of Sam Hill's Worlds bike
• New lids from POC
• More Knolly Chilcotin bike porn

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Diamondback was proudly showing off their 2011 full suspension range in the massive Interbike halls, including the very stealth looking XTR equipped Sortie Black. Some of you out there may have caught our exclusive look at Sam Pilgrim's slopestyle bike at Crankworx. Now named the Dreamliner, this 4" bike may see production for 2012. Come in, have a close look, and let Diamonback know how bad you'd like to get your dirty jump building paws on this fun looking machine!

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At any give time, on any given day at Interbike, you can run into something super unique, or just really funny. I was taught at year 1 of Interbike to never turn my camera off, as you will end up missing something golden. I have lived by that rule ever since, and it has proven to be very effective.

Without further explanation here is a grouping of random images from Interbike 2010.

You saw the new Truvativ Descendant cranks here on Pinkbike only a short time ago, but we thought we'd take a closer look at the new arms while at Interbike 2010. Inside you can read more about the cranks, as well as listen to the audio to hear all the details!

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Team rider Andrew Taylor must be a popular guy because Gravity has done up a signature line of components in bright neon that can't be missed. Included in the selection is a Gravity Light stem, bar, and even a seatpost. Inside you can check out his day-glo parts for yourself, as well as listen to the audio to learn more.

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Suspension fiends rejoice, Pinkbike has got the exclusive on Elka's new Stage 4 fork cartridge! If you're looking for some high quality Canadian tuned technology to drop in your Boxxer, Fox 40, and even your Fox 36 fork, you'll want to check out the photos and info inside. We've also got Elka Suspension's Pat Tellier in audio to fill you in on all the details!

*Updated with photos of the Stage 4's internals - Check it out!*

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Interbike 2010 is chock full of innovation, over the top gimmicks, and the just plain absurd. Inside we take a quick look at all of those and more!

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With all the new exciting bikes and parts being shown at this years Interbike, it is easy to think that they can transform your riding from zero to hero. Only training can do that, which is why LeMond Fitness' new Revolution trainer that doesn't use your bike's rear wheel is so interesting. Inside you can get the lowdown on this interesting trainer!

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First we got up and close with the new DHR, now we talk to Dave Turner about his second generation prototype RFX dream machine at Interbike 2010. Inside you can scope out all of the photos and info as long as you promise not to get too excited, you'll also get a video tour of the prototype RFX by Mr. Turner himself!

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Felt's prototype Virtue was caught on the Pinkbike camera during the last day of Interbike's outdoor demo. Inside you'll find photos, information, and a video that lets you glimpse into the near future!

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Like a treasure in the desert, Chris King had their full range of components on display in the heat of Interbike's Outdoor Demo. Included in that lineup was their new 12 x 142 mm hub and axle, as well as an updated headset that uses a split wedge for better reliability on long travel bikes. Inside you can see the photos, read the info, as well as listen to audio from the men behind the changes!

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Devinci debuted their brand new 2011 Wilson downhill bike at Interbike's Outdoor Demo today and it was attracting an incredible amount of attention. We caught up with the bike's designer, Dave Weagle, to give us the lowdown on the Split Pivot equipped Canadian speed machine.

Inside you can watch and learn as Dave gives you a video tour of the new bike!

*Wilson Geometry Chart has been updated*
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Knolly steals the first day of Interbike with their brand new and yet to be seen Chilcotin, a 6" travel do-everything machine that is built with typical Knolly quality. Inside you can check out the new bike and read all of the info!

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It really never ends, every where you looked there were amazing parts and cool gadgets on display. One of the biggest advancements on the component side of things was SRAM's all new XX line up. Over at POC everything was looking extra clean - plain and simple, their display was to the point. Jamis and Morewood bikes had some shiny bits to show us all too.

Details inside,

Gravity may have had a small booth but it was filled to the brim with new goodies for 2010. Their new Gravity Lite chainguide looks to be a massive improvement over last year's model, the Gravity Whip Cap takes the steerer tube routed front brake to a new level, and the 777 flat DH bar should be a hit with all the downhillers out there. And how about a 800 mm wide riser bar! Four videos and a load of pictures inside!

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While the video crews were off at appointments, some of us were able to scour the desert or trade show and learn about new products from anyone that had time to talk to us. Check out some new shoes and components from Shimano, new bikes from Cove, Scott USA, clothes and armor from Mace, and hand built frames from Dobermann Fab.

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Last year we had a chance to ride Mongoose's flagship DH bike, the Boot'r, and came away praising it as one of the best off the shelf big bikes that we've ever spent time on. While it always seems to be the DH bikes that get all the attention, Mongoose has an entire lineup of bikes that use the same great FreeDrive suspension. While in 'Vegas we took some time to check out two of their shorter travel bikes, the Pinn'r and the Nugget. The HammerSchmidt equipped Pinn'r is Mongoose's answer to the free ride question, while the fun looking Nugget is a 4" travel mischief machine that is ready for any trouble you want to get in.

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Andrew Taylor joined the ranks of Marin bikes late last season and has shown that he's the right guy for the job over the past season with his input and riding skills. The all new Attack Trail with it's 150mm of rear travel has been reworked for 2010 and you can thank Andrew for a lot of it.

Check his personal Marin bikes out inside,

This may be the last article from Interbike that is strictly photo based, but have no fears as there are still a few content rich articles coming your way in the following days. It's unbelievable how much cool stuff is out there in our industry, that you just have to spread it out so that it all gets to be seen.

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GT had two bikes, both with 6" of rear wheel travel, for us to have a closer look at while in the desert. The first is their 150 mm travel Force Carbon Pro, a light all mountain bike that will appeal to those who like long days in the saddle with some gnar sprinkled in for good measure. The second bike is the Sanction 1.0, a heavier duty 6" bike with slacker geometry and stock parts that include a Fox 36 RC2 fork and HammerSchmidt crankset. Two great videos and loads of pictures inside for you to see the difference in these two 6" mountain machines!

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Fox Clothing has a stacked team of riders and an amazing line up of protection and gear to drape them in for 2010. Kirt Voreis, Jeff Lenosky, Aaron Chase and Cam McCaul were all at the Outdoor demo for Interbike this year and were able to take some time out of their busy jumping schedule to talk to us about the 2010 line up from Fox Clothing.

7 videos, details and pics inside,

Bell had their 2010 helmet collection on display at the Interbike show in 'Vegas. Inside we have a closer look at their Faction skate lid, the great looking Drop fullface helmet, and a new all-mountain oriented lid, the Sequence! With new artwork by both Jimbo Phillips and Paul Frank, all these lids look great. Video inside giving you the rundown on even more helmets as well!

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WTB, Mark Weir and Jason Moeschler are the team to recon with when it comes to making All Mountain products for the every day rider. The all new Weirwolf tire is a prime example of taking an aggressive tire, re-working it to be faster rolling and more user friendly, while still keeping all the traits that an aggressive trail rider needs.

Check out 2 new tires and a saddle from WTB inside,

With the new 831 fork, Fox finally has a short travel but burly option for riders who want to run Fox suspension on their 4X or dirt jump bikes. Inside we'll take a closer look at some of the technology that it uses and what makes the 831 special. Two great videos to watch!

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Giro has some great great color schemes gracing their helmet lineup for the upcoming 2010 season. Inside we'll take a look at their Zombie motif Remedy, as well as the new white and gold carbon Remedy. For those looking for a more XC orientated lid we also have the Xen in a few new colors to show you. Lots of pictures and a great video inside!

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Shaums March has been with Marin bikes for a number of years now, so who better to tell us about the QUAD XLT 180 series of bike and more specifically the Quake 7.9.

The Quake has undergone a lot of changes and Shaums tell us all about them inside,

Dakine is based out of Hood River Oregon and are making real headway with their new clothing line up. Last year they showed us their line up in it's infancy and I'd say it's a teenager now and really finding itself in the industry. Dakine has a lot of real world clothes that riders seem to gravitate to and really want to wear while riding, heck I'm even seeing some racers hang up their pajamas and put on Dakine gear instead for it's clean look.

Gully wakes up from his late night at the What's Next premiere to go over some of the bangers in the Dakine line up with us,

Cannondale is one of the busiest and most innovative bike companies in our sport today. They are always looking at ways to make things different, never ones to look inside the box, but rather spend all their time out side it making cool products. New for 2010 is the Cannondale RZ One Twenty 1, a 120mm version to last year's very successful RZ 140 platform. The Cannondale Moto Carbon 2 is back for 2010 and has under gone some refinements to further improve its stance among the All Mountain bikes out there.

Full details on both inside,

While Elka is a relatively new name in the cycling world they have been producing high end suspension products in the motorized segment for many years. Well known within the ATV circles, Elka also has a full line of rear shocks for both street and track use, as well as fork piston kits for road racing motorcycles. Now they are taking that experience and applying it to mountain bikes. Elka takes a slightly different approach than other manufacturers when providing customers with their Stage 5 damper, as they do not have a 'generic tune' to fit most bikes. With so many vastly different rear suspension designs that produce varying leverage ratios, as well as differing needs from the actual riders, Elka sees fit to tune the shock for each specific bike and rider. That strategy has already earned Elka a strong following in the short time they have been available as it has brought a semi-custom tuning option to the average rider, and at a very competitive price.

Check them out inside and see why they are a true player in the rear shock after market and OEM spec market,

About a month ago Black Market released a bit of info as well as some pictures of their new Killswitch 4" travel frame. Interest in the new bike was off the charts but there really wasn't that much information to share at the time. Fortunately for you guys we were able to catch up with Carter Holland of Black Market while in 'Vegas to give us the lowdown in his new machine. Inside we have loads of new pictures, as well as Carter on video explaining the new Killswitch!

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Race Face Components, Pinkbike.com and Rocky Mountain Bicycles proudly presented the world premiere of rising star filmmaker Aaron Larocque’s What’s Next?, at the first ever live broadcast film premiere and VIP party: Breaker Breaker 09.

Interbike has ended for 2009, but luckily for all you out there in Pinkbike.com land, the content will continue to roll your way for a while. The trade show is just so large that it's impossible to see it all, but we try and what we do gather we want to share with you.

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Once you attend the Interbike show you start to appreciate these big name companies even further. You see a fair amount of "cork board" booth setups that feature some lame products, simply hanging off the wall in no organized fashion. However, when you see a booth that features something unique you're more drawn to check out what it's all about. Usually these unique looking booths will feature a unique product, so here is a small batch of photos of products that I thought were cool from Interbike 2009 Indoor Demo.

Click here for some interesting products from Interbike 2009...

Fox Racing Shox has made some important changes throughout their suspension lineup for 2010 by expanding some of their proven technology into other platforms. The 32 mm series of forks will be equipped with the downhill proven FIT damping cartridge for more control and reliability, and the revered Float RP23 should become even more capable with the addition of Boost Valve technology. Inside we'll take a closer look at both of these systems and what they mean to the rider. Put on your learning hat as there are two great videos to watch inside!

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In what could possibly be the most bling filled Interbike update in history, we bring you some amazing shiny bits from Intense in the form of their brand new Tazer hardtail and new Slopestyle rig. DT Swiss is in the house as well with their EXC 150 mm carbon fork, as well as some new and exciting carbon and aluminum mountain bike wheelsets, and if you thought Twenty6 products had some amazing pedals before, be prepared to be blown away with their latest and greatest take on the pedal!

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LAS VEGAS - Race Face Components, Pinkbike.com and Rocky Mountain Bicycles proudly present the world premiere of rising star filmmaker Aaron Larocque’s What’s Next? at the first ever live broadcast film premiere and VIP party: Breaker Breaker 09.

Thanks to everyone who tuned in.

The Outdoor Demo is the perfect place for Giro to show off their latest gloves and glasses, with its jagged rock surface and blazing hot sun the new protective goods from Giro seemed perfectly appropriate. Come on in and examine the new DJ gloves as worn by Greg Watts and Jamie Goldman, the updated Xen glove, and the new ladies version, the Xena. If you are still enjoying the sun where you live, or even just want to be prepared for next summer, the new casual glasses from Giro look great for relaxing after a ride.

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Looking back at pictures from the first two days at the Outdoor Demo it was clear to see that there was lots more to show you. I know some of you out there would love to learn more about the new 29" wheeled DH bike proposed by Lenz, the new 27.2 telescoping seatpost with remote reservoir from KS, a hardtail from Foes, and Commencal's new Absolut SX slopestyle machine.

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While Easton had a small booth at the Outdoor Demo they certainly had it stuffed full of arousing bike parts. Inside we take a closer look at their new AM tubeless compatible (and rather light) Haven wheelset. With a magnesium finish and straight pull spokes, the Havens are one eye catching pair of wheels. On top of the trick wheels, Easton also had the Havoc stem and Monkey Lite DH bar out in the dessert, both with new sharp graphics. If that sounds interesting to you then be sure to check out the pictures and video inside!

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Day 2 of the Outdoor Demo is done and dusted, tomorrow we move inside to the great expanse of the Sands Convention Center. There will be lots more to see but for now, have a look at what we came back from the desert with today! Inside you'll find pictures and info on both Yeti's 303 RDH and the new for 2010 ASR5 Carbon all-mountain bike, Banshee's Legend makes another appearance and is backed up by their new Spitfire - do it all bike, X Fusion 6" travel forks, and Commencal's 6" travel carbon swingarmed green machine!

More inside,

Day One of Interbike's Outdoor Demo went off today at the notorious Bootleg Canyon venue. There was a load of excited riders, tons of bikes, and some cactus to round things out. While there is plenty to come, we are going to start things off with a closer look at a few interesting bikes from friends at Norco.

Inside we cover 7 new bikes for 2010 and video giving you the lowdown on each model.

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We are in the desert, where it's sunny and the breeze is blowing - that actually translates to "it's windy as hell and the sun in drying out my skin faster than I can put on sun screen." But we love all the new bikes and parts, so we "suffer" through the elements for all y'all!

Here are some pics to whet your appetites while the rest of the crew builds the videos and features from the desert Outdoor Demo for Interbike 2009.

It seems like only last month that we were here for last year's gong show, nonetheless Interbike 2009 is already upon us. Get ready to be inundated with a load of info on everything new and exciting for the '10 season! Expect more killer HD videos of new bikes and bits and tons of pics!

Roll on Interbike 2009...

Santa Cruz bikes are hands down one of the most desired frame manufactures in the world and by looking at the 2009 line up, you'll know why. Since they already have a very versatile stable of frames, it's all about refinements and ground out re-modeling these days. Santa Cruz knows that you can always make things a little better and that riding styles dictate what riders need and want to get out of their bikes.

Take a look inside at the all new Nomad and Jackal and Greg Minnaar's V-10 in picture and videos:

You ever write something for work or school only to lose it before submitting it? You know the old "My dog ate my laptop!" story! Well here are all the "Lost Interbike Files" that just resurfaced from the depths in which they were laying. First is a compilation of pics and vids from the indoor expo, next up is a Bike Check with Brandon Semenuk and lastly is a look at the 2009 Santa Cruz V-10, Nomad and Jackyl.

Sit back and enjoy!

It's been awhile since we've returned from Vegas and we are almost all caught up...almost. After everything was uploaded, edited, written about, and whatever else we do, we are left with some tasty leftovers. Check 'em out!

Inside you'll find more info on...

-GT's all carbon Fury DH bike
-A new 7" travel gearbox bike from Rotec
-Crank Bros. Opium DH wheels
-The same picture everyone has of Specialized's DownHILL bike
-New suspension to the MTB world, ELKA shocks
-Schlumpf's planetary gearbox front shifting system