Singletracks has tested 70+ mountain bike tires over the years, and these are some of our favorites for all types of riding from gravel and downcountry to trail and gravity riding.
The Fasst Flexx handlebar uses elastomer-damped pivot points to reduce trail chatter and hand fatigue, performing comparably to carbon bars. But they are expensive and heavy too.
Maxxis' new Dissector mountain bike tire offers solid traction and fast rolling speed in dry, mixed trail conditions, providing a solid alternative to the beloved DHR II.
Vee Tire Co. just launched RAD-Core radial casings for three of their popular mountain bike tire models. We tested the new construction to see how it performs on trail.
Specialized launches radial versions of their Butcher and Eliminator tires, promising 30% more contact patch and improved grip for trail and enduro riders.
Crankbrothers Stamp Evo flat pedals offer a 20% larger platform than previous Stamps, with replaceable nylon bashguards that add color and are said to reduce snags on the trail.