The 12 Best Mountain Bikes | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Oct 31, 2024 · The Best Mountain Bikes. We are constantly on the lookout for the latest and greatest mountain bikes. When we find new technology or compelling new models, we buy them and ride them to their limits. Our testers eat, sleep, and breathe mountain biking and work as hard as possible to scrutinize every minute detail of each model we test.
The 8 Best Trail Mountain Bikes of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
Sep 24, 2024 · The YT Izzo is the shortest travel model in their line of trail, all-mountain, and gravity mountain bikes. With 130mm of front and rear wheel travel, this lightweight carbon 29er is YT's most trail-oriented model, with a fairly modern geometry that lends itself more toward the XC side of the trail riding spectrum.
The 4 Best Electric Mountain Bikes of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
Nov 6, 2024 · The 4 Best Electric Mountain Bikes of 2024. We tested electric mountain bikes from Trek, Specialized, Canyon, Commencal, Santa Cruz, YT, Ari and more to find the best. By Joshua Hutchens, Jeremy Benson, Chris McNamara, and Kurt Gensheimer ⋅ Sep 9, 2024.
Carbon Vs. Aluminum Mountain Bike Frames: The Showdown
Sep 7, 2022 · The feel of carbon is superior to aluminum and may be worth the upgrade cost in itself. Two major benefits of a carbon frame over an aluminum one are dampening and torsional stiffness. Damping: A carbon frame has a damping effect, lowering the ride's harshness. Aluminum is a stiffer material and transfers much more of the trail, including rocks ...
Best Mountain Bike Reviews - GearLab
Our mountain bike experts have tested bike from Santa Cruz, Specialized, Ibis, YT, Canyon, and more. With so many brands, models, and styles to choose from, finding a new mountain bike can be a daunting task. Lucky for you, we’ve been testing the best trail bikes, top hardtails, best eMTBs, fat bikes, and best gravel bikes for years.
The 5 Best Budget Mountain Bikes of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
Jul 9, 2024 · A capable hardtail that boasts a solid build kit but gets distracted by its quirks. The Growler 40 is a comfortable hardtail mountain bike with a decisively middle of the road performance at a reasonable price. Rating Categories. Ibis Ripmo AF NX Eagle. Norco Fluid FS 4. Polygon Siskiu T8. Canyon Neuron 5.
The 5 Best Fat Bikes of 2024 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Oct 17, 2024 · The geometry is pretty standard for fat bikes, with a slightly longer reach and wheelbase that enhances stability and feels familiar to mountain bikers. Although it is a rigid-framed bike, the fork and tires provide enough dampening that it performs well on descents when ridden within safe speed and terrain limits.
The 8 Best Mountain Bike Pedals of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
Jul 23, 2024 · The Shimano ME700 and M520 are great values. They're roughly a third of the price of the pedals that score higher. The 520 is less expensive than the ME700, but it has a small platform and isn't as easy to engage. We feel the ME700 is a better all-around option for most mountain bikers.
The 10 Best Mountain Bike Helmets of 2024 | Tested - GearLab
May 6, 2024 · Average ventilation. The Giro Radix MIPS is the latest in Giro's functional, low-cost mid-range offerings. This affordable helmet, with the shell shape of a classic mountain bike helmet, a comfortable fit, and a well-targeted list of features, feels at home in a wide range of riding styles and conditions.
Mountain Bike Reviews Forum
Jan 10, 2023 · A forum community dedicated to Mountain Bike owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about bike parts, components, deals, performance, modifications, classifieds, trails, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more!