Mountain Gear

The French company's wheel and tire system is designed for racing but is not limited by it

What bike would you ride for 12 days in Afghanistan? Matt Hunter runs down his Specialized S-Works Enduro

The mid-range helmet comes in under $100 and has a comfortable amount of ventilation to go with its safety features

Although tubular tires seem out of place on a mountain bike, these treads perform admirably in our review process.

The iconic tire company offers a variety of options for the “tweener” size.

The company brings eyewear integration and safety to the market in its Forefront helmet

The company unveils a high-end, no-hassles option for adjustable seat height

There was a mixed bag of gear setups at the Leadville Trail 100, but the winners stuck with traditional looks

Caley Fretz gives the once-over to Rebecca Rusch's Specialized Fate ahead of the Leadville Trail 100 MTB

Have a look at what the reigning men's champion at Leadville and his teammate are riding for Saturday's race

Multi-time world champion Christophe Sauser will pilot this super-light Specialized rig for his try at the 2013 Leadville Trail 100 MTB on Saturday

400 numbered pairs will be made available worldwide, with 250 reserved for normal customers

The new group is similar to the top-end XX1 setup, but at a lower price point

Giant unveils 12 new designs for 2014, all built around the new 27.5-inch wheel size

Decker goes against the grain and chooses a mountain bike for the Raleigh Midsummer’s Night CX race, which pays off in the form of a win

Spencer Powlison is on hand to document Scott's latest offerings

Two Epic frame designs will be available for 2014

The S-Works Epic, Epic World Cup, and Stumpjumper hardtail get makeovers for 2014, including updates to the rear triangle, and the SWAT toolbox

French manufacturer continues to establish itself in the enduro racing world with integrated product range

The traditional Italian company delves into the all-mountain MTB market

In a brief test the eLECT always locked out while climbing and unlocked on bumpy descents

If you like to wear goggles while on the trails, this helmet is for you

This off-road machine is an affordable 29er trail bike option for those who don’t need the carbon bling

The slim, comfortable fit was excellent, both on and off the bike, but the price was a little shocking

DT Swiss releases budget-minded wheel options for cross-country, trail, and all-mountain riding

We put the new Scott Scale 27.5 frames to a first-ride test in the hills above Monterrey

Traditionally aluminum-centric brand moves into carbon with new XTR line-up

The Vivid RC2 and Vivid Air rear shocks are strictly for top-shelf downhillers, but this sort of thing generally filters down to the grunts eventually

The hand-built show isn't overflowing with fat-tire tech this year, but a number of builders are displaying innovative projects

Mavic Likely to debut 650b lineup in 2013

Geax's new 29er dry tire is ideal for dry, rocky trails

Diablo GTX winter shoes offer performance fit, with enough room for thicker socks

The Northwave Extreme Tech mountain shoe is stiff and colorful, with a roomy toe box (potentially too roomy, for some)

Pearl Izumi and Gore bring to market ladies' bib shorts designed to level the playing field on nature breaks

The first women's-specific full-suspension 29er from Giant is a competitive bike at a competitive price

Michelin is jumping straight onto the 650b/27.5" boat with two of its most popular tread patterns and has a new take on mud tires

Michelin is jumping straight onto the 650b/27.5" boat with two of its most popular tread patterns and has a new take on mud tires

Bento boxes, bar mounts, saddle bags and more ways to add storage to your frame

Glacier Gloves have neoprene gloves that will keep you warm in burly cold conditions

From hydraulically-raised bicycle repair stands to single-handed pump systems, there is a tool for every job

This fat bike can be built up nearly however you like and can run any mountain bike hub

This fat bike can be built up nearly however you like and can run any mountain bike hub

Interbike through a new lens

29er bike bags, the history of 650b and all-carbon DH

29er bike bags, the history of 650b and all-carbon DH

Shiny gold bikes, new Niner, comfy sox and gloves

How this in-betweener size going to slide into companys’ quivers

Perhaps now you can understand why you may find yourself with only a single front chainring sometime down the trail

Perhaps now you can understand why you may find yourself with only a single front chainring sometime down the trail

Power-transfer lab tests allow Pearl Izumi to develop a shoe stiff enough for performance with flex for walking and running your bike

Power-transfer lab tests allow Pearl Izumi to develop a shoe stiff enough for performance with flex for walking and running your bike

With 240 different positions for the freehub to lock up in, Kappius components developed a freehub with no stall before the hub locks

The four pairs of pawls inside the Kappius freehub multiplied by 60 engagement teeth equals 240 different positions the freehub locks up in

French pedal maker takes what appears to be a big step forward in off-road pedals with a new three-model line

Eurobike isn't just aimed at launching new product. Many exhibitors use the show to display their legacy-building rides

French pedal maker takes what appears to be a big step forward in off-road pedals with a new three-model line

Minnesota-based big-wheel brand launches new performance winter riding boot

Smart padding that is comfortable and low profile

After being sent a smaller size of DirtBaggies mountain bike bib shorts, Nick Legan changed his opinion for the better

The video camera mounted in your sunglasses

What tech will we see in London? Prototypes, 650b, red-orange bikes, SRAM XX1 and lots more

Check out Emily Zinn's author page.

At the HerbaLife base camp in Leadville, an injured soldier shows how his bike has been customized to accommodate his prosthetic arm

An injured soldier shows how his bike has been customized to accommodate his prosthetic arm for his Leadville Trail 100 race

Lennard Zinn talks riding 650b on a Lefty and tells a reader that he irreparably messed up his bottom bracket

Some of the best tricks for setting up your bike for Leadville are inexpensive and easy

Check out Emily Zinn's author page.

The Carbon 720 Enduro 20/20 bar

The latest in fat (really FAT) tire fun from Surly and Salsa

Have a peek at Wells' bike for London under the microscope with Caley Fretz

Have a peek at Wells' bike for London under the microscope with Caley Fretz

Looking back on his efforts at TransAlp, Jason Sumner remembers the trusty steeds that took riders through the trying race

Aggressive, fast, yet precise hoops that will push you to go harder on your 29er.

The most comfortable mountain bike "race" shoe I've ever used

The steeds and horses, bikes and hike-a-bikes of the 2012 TransAlp

For a race like Silver Rush 50, Colby Pearce says he would never regret dual suspension, plus he shows off his prototype Kappius hub