review

The playful, efficient, and capable mountain bike from Arkansas brought me so much joy to ride in 2022.

I didn't love this bike for racing, but it was a workhorse in the mountains, especially going downhill.

Reliable, pedal-based, dual-sided power measurement for Shimano pedal users.

What to wear when cycling in rapidly changing weather.

Best for long, cool-weather gravel rides off the beaten path.

‘Ball and socket’ technology layered on top of MIPS, in a well-ventilated and comfortable lid.

Inexpensive and effective upgrade that will inspire confidence and make your bike look new.

I tested Easton's new ergo gravel bar with its size-specific diameters on a big, multi-day ride.

The GVR is a nimble carbon gravel bike that can fit in most places, including a start line and a bike tour.

More sensors, enhancements to activity and recovery metrics, and ‘Sleep Coach’ improve upon the previous version of the recovery monitoring wearable.

California-based Eliel cycling apparel is ‘race-cut gear that lasts.’

Highly breathable and very waterproof, this jacket has the perfect amount of features to make it functional and comfortable.

Senior editor Betsy Welch shipped a bike from Hawaii to Colorado. This is her experience.

Inexpensive gear with 1970s-inspired pop style.

I like the new geometry, the overall ride feel, and the parts package. And yes, I broke the seatpost.

A belt drive gravel bike goes to the Nutmeg Nor’Easter.

This sub-16-pound dirt race rig is exceptional for going up fast, but don't look for bells, whistles, or storage here.

Capable kit for training rides in moderate to hot and humid conditions.

I love the shift performance, the D-Fly integration, the battery life, and the reliability. With the braking changes, Shimano has moved closer to eliminating one major complaint of road discs.

What do you pack for two weeks of remote riding and camping with dust storms, river crossings, grit, and rain? Here is my complete list, and how it all worked.

If you want pure comfort in road bike form, look elsewhere. The Langma is a true race bike; the kind of weapon that makes you ignore your training plan as you revel in the pure speed your legs can produce.

An effective tool for seating tubeless tires in a flash — or just pumping up any type of tires.

Tubeless-ready, mid-depth carbon wheels at a competitive price that are fun to ride.

Lots of positives and some negatives in this broad spectrum of gravel components.

If you're considering an investment in high-quality performance cycling apparel that offers comfort for a lot of miles, the kits from MAAP are worth serious consideration.

The RW23 joins the Revel Wheels family of recyclable, US-made carbon rims.

This isn't a gravel bike. It's an excellent road bike that's also right at home on dirt roads.

So pricey. So comfortable. Such a great hot-weather kit.

Comfortable, fully wireless earpods offering pro sound quality, and easy configuration through an app.

This cold-weather cycling jacket is the most of everything — adaptable, aerodynamic, comfortable... and expensive.

A lightweight jacket offering heavyweight protection from the cold.

An outer layer that provides more protection than promised, without an overly tight fit.

The latest S-Woks shoe is a definite departure, and I love just about everything about it.

The Road Book is an almanac of stats, stories, and trivia that cover the length and breadth of the 2020 men's and women's season. Here's Jim Cotton's look at it.

The PowerDot 2.0 is an awesome way to kickstart your recovery as you go about your day-to-day. But there's one thing about it that bugs me ...

An exceptionally versatile all-road bike that can handle gravel, tarmac, and even some singletrack with aplomb.

The Specialized Prime Series Thermal Gloves feel almost like thin, full finger summer-weight gloves.

Topeak's JoeBlow Booster makes it easy to set up tubeless tires without a compressor. But there's one thing about it that bugs me.

These are the best bib shorts I tested in 2020 — and I tested a lot of them.

The CaveM is a minimalist multisport glove that keeps out the weather but doesn’t add bulk between hands and bars.

Road wheels have undergone significant evolutions in the last several years, and 2020 showed off plainly where we're headed. Here's what I learned.

A pioneer in maximalist cycling computers goes on a diet with a game-changing upgrade.

The ARC 1400 Dicut DB wheels offer aerodynamic benefits and plenty of crosswind stability. The DT 240 hubs are the star of the show, though.

The HyperVolt offers plenty of massaging options and an intuitive layout. It's also the quietest massager we've used.

The Spettacolo ROS gloves offer a lot of warmth without a lot of bulk, and they're easy to get on and off thanks to the nifty zipper.

The Headwind makes indoor riding a more bearable experience with its bluetooth capabilities. But there's one thing that bugs me.

The Heckler is a ripping fun bike with some of the same ride characteristics of other Santa Cruz bikes.

After testing far too many pairs of bib shorts in 2020, I learned a lot about what makes a good pair, and what you should avoid.

The Smith Forefront 2 is an excellent mountain bike helmet that I keep reaching for despite this one thing that really bugs me . . .

Giro's Helios helmet brings Spherical technology to a lower priced helmet. But Giro doesn't skimp on the high-end features.

The Tickr fit collects your heart rate data, minus the pinching discomfort around your chest. But there's just one thing that bugs me.

The Moterra Neo 2's carbon frame and 160mm of travel is versatile, nimble, and fun whether you're climbing or descending.

Futuristic internet- and phone-connected, the G6.2 Expert FS learns your body and trails to provide the most seamlessly assisted ride.

A percussive massager can work out knots, relieve tightness and pain, and even help you overcome certain injuries. But they aren't all created equal.

Roll Recovery's R8 deep tissue massager has become a regular part of my recovery routine, more so than fancy massagers and rollers.

An e-MTB with an 80-mile range that gives you twice your power — at nearly the same weight — as a traditional trail bike.

Extremely slack geometry and a long wheelbase Makes the Niner WFO E9 an impressively stable, shock-absorbing e-bike.

The Rail Hip Pack features a nifty hose-storage system and a two-layer hip strap design that keeps the bag firmly and comfortably planted.

The Sector is a cross-country and gravel shoe that offers maximum pedaling efficiency, and rubber that makes the rigid sole walkable.

The Roundtrip duffel has an internal organizer to keep everything in its place right when you need it. It's not cheap, but it's darn good.

The Aethos climbs like a race bike, feels like a race bike, is modeled after a race bike, is as light as a race bike — but it's not a race bike.

Specialized's Power saddle with Mirror Technology is the most comfortable saddle I've tested. But it comes at a price most can't afford.

Canyon claims to have the world's fastest aero bike with the Aeroad CFR... but what about those width-expandable bars?!

I expected the Spinshield sunglasses, with massive, almost-goggle-like dimensions to be something completely different than what landed on my face.

The Icon Bibshorts from Katusha look awesome, but beyond the superficial, they also offer excellent all-day comfort and some eco-friendly touches.

The Helium Platform 2 hitch rack is one svelte carrier, with its bare aluminum appearance and simple functionality. But one thing really bugs me...

The Grit 4540 wheels take much of what Princeton learned from its Wake 6560 D wheels and translates it to a multi-surface wheelset.

Invani's reversible jersey offers two colors in a single jersey. But more importantly, it's a comfortable jersey with smart details.

The Transitions offer heaps of protection and are reinforced with D3O around your ankle. They're great trail shoes even though they're intended for enduro.

The Essential Road shorts are very good, but they're held back from being excellent due to a couple small details.

The 44 UD wheels from Hunt cost half as much as competitors, but offer pro-level technology and ride quality.

The ME7 shoes have synthetic leather uppers, neoprene cuffs, a comfortable and effective retention system, and Michelin rubber soles.

The Terra Ergolace shoe is our pick for the best touring/light mountain bike shoes that are the closest thing to a sneaker for clipless riding.

The understated and classic Liv Shuttle Flat workhorse shoe got the job done.

The Theragun Mini goes anywhere to give you a decent post-ride recovery massage, but for back massages, go with the Elite.

Esker's Elkat relies on Orion suspension to help create an active, stable, and fun bike uphill and a rowdy one downhill.

The Rudy Project Venger is a relatively light helmet with plenty of ventilation, and needed no adjustments out of the box.

A lightweight, breathable finish and thoughtful features makes these Patagonia shorts ideal for most summer trail riding missions.

The aero Venge fuses into the S-Works Tarmac race machine with exceptional ride qualities, aero performance, and a price tag to match.

The Matador sunglasses offer a unique look certain to divide the style-conscious. But the excellent lens and titanium ear pieces offer killer performance.