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Deity Highside Review: Is 80mm of Rise Too Much Bar?
Would you run a handlebar with 80mm of rise on your trail bike? Before you…
EXT Aria V2 and Aria V2 DH: Air Spring Tuning Without Tokens
You’re looking at another “air shock that rides like a coil” launch and wondering if…
Magura Race Pro Brakes: Specs, Trail Feel, and Whether They’re Worth $800
You’re staring at an $800 brake set and wondering if Magura just reinvented stopping power…
Scott Spark DC: Downcountry Label Doesn’t Fit This Bike
The Scott Spark DC is not a downcountry bike, and calling it one undersells what…
RockShox Super Deluxe GENIE: How the Two-Chamber Spring Works
You’re staring at a spec sheet for a new Levo or Stumpjumper 15, and you…
Best Dropper Posts for Mountain Bikes: The Complete 2026 Buyer’s Guide
The complete 2026 guide to buying the best dropper post for your mountain bike. We break down every…
Master MTB Cornering: The Cutty & Switchback Guide (2026)
By Robb Sutton | Mountain Biking | Riding Tips Here’s something that happened to me…
2026 Trail Bike Shootout: Ibis Ripmo V3 vs. Revel Rascal SL
Two bikes. Two philosophies. One winner—but it’s not who you think. Let’s get something out…
The Economic Pivot: Why 2026 is the “Golden Age” of the Budget Mountain Bike
If the story of 2021 was “buy whatever is in stock,” the story of 2026 is the…
Radial Mountain Bike Tires Explained: The 2026 Grip Revolution
Summary: Radial Mountain Bike Tires The mountain bike industry stands at a precipice of a…
Fox Racing Proframe RS Review (2026): Ventilated Full-Face with BOA and ASTM F1952
Updated 2026 Fox Proframe RS review: how it maps against the discontinued original Proframe and the current non-RS…
Best eMTB Motors 2026: The Ultimate Class 1 Comparison Guide
Last Updated: February 8, 2026 If you’re buying a Class 1 eMTB in 2026, you’re…