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First Ride and Review of the All-New State Bicycle Co. 4130 Trail

2 days ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

BIKE Magazine aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. State Bicycle Co. is renowned for offering some of the most affordable and capable bikes on the market, and the company has just raised the bar even further with its all-new 4130 Trail.
An Impressive Comeback From a Huge Crash

3 days ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

After a massive crash sidelined Ronan Dunne at Red Bull Hardline Tasmania earlier this year, it's fantastic to see that the incident didn’t slow him down at all and he’s back to his usual flat-out, full-speed shenanigans. Footage posted of him riding the old at the Andorra World Cup Downhill track at blistering speeds shows that the formidable crash in Tasmania has not taken the wind out of his sails for the upcoming race season.
Tested: Leatt ReaFlex UltraLite Knee Pads

4 days ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

Leatt has been a major player in the mountain bike protection industry for years, and the South African brand has sponsored some of the sport's most incredible talent. So they must know what they’re doing when it comes to making comfortable and safe protective gear for mountain biking.
Tested and Compared: Outdoor Research Freewheel MTB Shorts

5 days ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

BIKE Magazine aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Outdoor aficionados are likely familiar with the Outdoor Research brand, but mountain bikers may not be as familiar, as they have never had a dedicated line of MTB apparel.
This Innovative Bike Brand Is Shutting Down

1 week ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

In a shocking email sent to dealers earlier today, Revel Bikes, based in Carbondale, Colorado, has announced that it will be winding down operations as it begins to liquidate its inventory and assets. This comes as a stark reminder of the fickle and delicate nature of the current industry climate. With the fallout from the COVID-19 Bike Boom and looming pressure of tariffs, the innovative brand is at the end of its financial rope, forcing ownership to be relinquished to the Bank.
You Could Win This Custom Enduro Bike

1 week ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

Ever wanted a fully custom enduro bike decked out with some of the best and most reliable mountain bike components on the market, but you don’t want to shell out the time and money to source them? Well, now is your chance to enter to win this one-of-a-kind Marin Alpine XR clad in PNW Components, TRP, RockShox, and much, much more. And the best part? All you have to do is sign up on the PNW Components website.
This Clothing and Protection Brand Makes Its Foray into MTB Components

1 week ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

In a surprising announcement, Leatt has made its exciting foray into the mountain bike components market with some impressive-looking pedals, handlebars, stems, and grips. While this wasn’t on my 2025 bingo card, it’s not entirely surprising, as Leatt has never been a stranger to continued expansion in the industry. If we follow the trends, these components are likely more than just another option that consumers are inundated with.
The Tenth Generation Kona Hei-Hei: An Homage to Fun

1 week ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

Things can change a lot in 30 years, and that becomes none more apparent when you look at the evolution of the Kona Hei-Hei. From a titanium hardtail to a full-carbon trail or XC ripper, the Hei-Hei has evolved significantly since the 90s, and this tenth generation of what has historically been an all-out race machine is becoming more relaxed and fun-loving in its old age.
This Popular California Bike Park Has Exciting News

1 week ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

We’re all frothing for bike park season as the snow begins to melt on the mountain tops, but for those in Southern California, bike park season might be coming sooner than expected as Big Bear Mountain Resort has just announced that Snow Valley Bike Park will be opening this Saturday, April 19, more than a month early than expected.
Check Out These Safe and Stylish Helmets

1 week ago | bikemag.com | Deven McCoy

The Norwegian safety pioneers, Sweet Protection, have just launched a limited edition Hyper Violet collection to celebrate the approach of summer. This retro-adjacent livery takes inspiration from the intensity of the outdoors and graces several of Sweet Protection's exceptional helmets and eyewear offerings. The Hyper Violet colorway is available in two morphs to suit your style: Hyper Violet Fade and Black Hyper Violet.