Haf-Clip lets mountain bikers carry gear on their handlebars

Although rough-n-ready no-foolin’-around mountain bikes usually aren’t equipped with racks or baskets, there are times when riders need to carry a little something with them. The Canadian-designed Haf-Clip was created with such situations in mind.Conti… Continue reading Haf-Clip lets mountain bikers carry gear on their handlebars

Shuttle SL offers a classic MTB feel with motor assist when you need it

After updating its Shuttle eMTB in 2020, Pivot Cycles has now added a new family member in the lightweight shape of the SL, which swaps out the Shimano e-drive for a Fazua motor and battery to create a ride that’s “smooth, stealthy and as nimble as any… Continue reading Shuttle SL offers a classic MTB feel with motor assist when you need it

Patrol’s latest full-suspension eMTB rides a full carbon frame

Indonesia-based mountain bike maker Patrol recently added a new pedal-assist member to its model family, which boasts a full carbon fiber frame, the latest Shimano Steps motor and full suspension with generous trail-soaking travel.Continue ReadingCateg… Continue reading Patrol’s latest full-suspension eMTB rides a full carbon frame

Trek goes ultra stealthy with Fuel EXe electric mountainbike

Instead of piling on extreme eMTB power for its 2023 Fuel EXe trail bikes, Trek has focused on offering more natural assisted-riding courtesy of a compact and light – and super quiet – mid-mount motor and slim downtube battery combination.Continue Read… Continue reading Trek goes ultra stealthy with Fuel EXe electric mountainbike

Nucleon 16 is the first bike to use revolutionary Supre Drive tech

Last November we first heard about the radical Supre Drive mountain bike drivetrain, invented by Canadian mechanical engineer Cedric Eveleigh. Now, just eight months later, it’s found its way onto Nicolai Bicycles’ commercially available Nucleon 16 hig… Continue reading Nucleon 16 is the first bike to use revolutionary Supre Drive tech

Rampage Innova mountain bike swaps rear shock for a leaf spring

While there’s no denying that having a rear shock can improve some aspects of the mountain biking experience, it does add weight and complexity. The Rampage Innova cross-country bike offers an alternative, in the form of a simplified leaf-spring rear s… Continue reading Rampage Innova mountain bike swaps rear shock for a leaf spring

Polestar hits the trails with wicked hand-built mountain bike

With previous dalliances in the realms of commuter biking, cargo sleds and even treehouses, Polestar is looking to shape lifestyles beyond the world of electric sedans and SUVs. A newly introduced mountain bike is the latest eye-catching example, combi… Continue reading Polestar hits the trails with wicked hand-built mountain bike

Thömus Lightrider E Ultimate claims title of lightest full-squish eMTB

The Lightrider E Ultimate will make its debut at the World Cup Weekend in Lenzerheide, Switzerland

With their integrated motors and batteries, it’s not uncommon for even relatively lightweight full-suspension electric mountain bikes to tip the scales at around 20 kg (45 lb). The Lightrider E Ultimate, however, is claimed to come in at under 15 kg (33 lb) – reportedly making it the lightest of its kind.

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Trail-hunting camper van is a go-anywhere bike workshop you sleep in

Designed to seek out remote, forgotten trailheads and bushwhackable cross-country routes where trails don’t run, the all-new Tails camper van from Outside Van is a venture-anywhere mountain bike support vehicle and complete base camp. More than just a … Continue reading Trail-hunting camper van is a go-anywhere bike workshop you sleep in