Cycling

Leave It to Specialized to Launch the Lightest Mountain Bike in Its Class
The Epic 9 is the most minimal full-suspension cross-country mountain bike ever.

This Versatile Gravel Bike’s Innovative Handlebars Prove Sometimes Weird Just Works
The Grizl CF 7 Escape's hyper-functional, pentagon-shaped cockpit serves as a great reminder to think outside the box.

After Years Away from the Track, a Storied Italian Brand Unveils Its Most Aero Bicycle Ever
Colnago's new competition frame gets more aerodynamic the faster it goes.

You’ve Heard of Dive Watches. Are High-End Cycling Watches the Next Frontier?
Tudor is going all-in on pro cycling, but are we even clear on what a cycling watch is?

Did Rivian’s New Spin-Off Brand Just Invent the Perfect Bike Helmet?
While the TM-B electric bike grabs headlines, Also's Alpha Wave helmet might be the most significant leap forward in cycling technology.
By Ben Bowers

This Modular New Tent Packs Down Crazy Small by Leaning on a Clever Space-Saving Measure
Think you've seen it all when it comes to tent design? This Kickstarter special asks you to think again.
By Hayley Helms

The 2025 Gear Patrol Outdoor Awards: Our Favorite Bags, Camp Accessories, Trail Shoes and More
We've tested thousands of outdoor products over the years. Here is the gear we recommend across 80 categories.
By Ben Bowers, Hayley Helms, Steve Mazzucchi, Jack Seemer, and Sean Tirman

A Burgeoning Arc’teryx-Born Brand Just Threw Down the Ultralight Performance Jacket Gauntlet
Leaping from cycling apparel to multi-activity outerwear, 7mesh announces itself with an unprecedented performance rain shell — and more.

How, Exactly, Is This New E-Bike So Much Faster Than Any Other?
With next-level tech and input from a mountain bike legend, upstart brand Morelle is charging into the future. Literally.

This Unique Innovation Might Finally Get Me to Buy an E-Bike
A forward-thinking Dutch start-up borrows tech from the smartphone world to streamline one key aspect of e-bike ownership.

Good Luck Finding a Gravel Bike as Light, Aero and Fast as This Italian Beauty
Having dominated road racing for years, the Pinarello Dogma gets an ultra-light, ultra-aero off-road overhaul.

Could This Bold Reinvention of a Key Bike Component Win Over a Growing Cycling Segment?
Canyon's bikepack-ready Grizl Escape gravel ride boasts a purpose-built cockpit that's truly one of a kind.

One of the Best Technical EDC Brands Just Fixed the Biggest Problem with Messenger Bags
Despite being associated with an active lifestyle, these iconic packs have a glaring issue. Dsptch has elegantly solved it.
By Sean Tirman

I’ve Never Seen an E-Bike This Fast at This Price
Packing a 6-kW motor and mind-blowing torque, this insanely overbuilt beast looks equal parts exhilarating and terrifying.

Could This Script-Flipping Component Rewrite the Future of Mountain Biking?
Fox's bold new approach to suspension promises an "unfair advantage" no matter how fast or big you go out on the trails.

Why Oakley’s Newest Performance Shades Look Like Familiar Classics
Oakley celebrates 50 years with shades that follow its famed logo. Plus, new trail shoes, an authentic Hawaiian shirt and more.
By Gear Patrol

The Best Feature on Cannondale’s Stunning New Bike Is Easy to Overlook (Until It Saves Your Life)
The latest Synapse may be packed with superlative updates, but one of its quieter touches is the secret star.

One of My Favorite Mountain Bikes Just Got Much More Affordable
A manageable material swap is pretty much all it takes to significantly drop the versatile Canyon Spectral's price.

Are These Oakley’s Most Advanced Performance Sunglassed to Date?
The brand teams up with Tudor Pro Cycling for its fastest head system ever. Plus, a brand-new action camera, viral jacket and more.
By Gear Patrol
