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Aug 8, 2025

State Bicycle x NFL: Rep Your Team With Bikes, Jerseys, and Bags

　　Would you rather show off your football fandom with a three-pocket cycling jersey instead of an oversized player replica? How about riding to a game (or tailgate) on a bike with a snazzy, team-themed paint job? 　　If that sounds more your speed, State Bicycle Co.s NFL collection of exclusive bikes and gear has you covered. However, this rollout only offers...

Aug 8, 2025

E-Bikes Catching Fire: Santa Cruz Recalls Battery on Heckler 9

　　On March 1, Santa Cruz Bicycles issued a voluntary recall for its Heckler 9 E-Bikes. As part of the recall, the brand urges customers to immediatelystop using the e-bike and disconnect the battery from the ebike and charger until [a service tech has] checked if the battery is affected. 　　According to Santa Cruz, the Heckler 9s interchangeable 740Wh battery can...

Aug 8, 2025

Head to Toe: Ride Concepts Launches First MTB Helmets

　　Aside from the bike, the two most important pieces of gear any mountain biker wears are their shoes and a helmet. Ride Concepts has been making bike shoes since 2018. In that time, its carved out a reputation for high-performance, bike-specific footwear. Today, the brand known for its shoes leaps head-first into the helmet game. 　　On May 22, Ride Concepts...

Aug 8, 2025

Go There, Go Free, Go Pee: Gnara GoFly Active Bottoms Review

　　I’m not necessarily shy about peeing outside, but there have been many times when Ive had to trek a long way off a busy trail for some privacy. Rather than simply squatting behind the nearest tree, Ive ended up tromping over downed logs and squishy, moss-laden ground to find a spot where no one could see. 　　But the GoFly zipper...

Aug 8, 2025

Revel Bikes Returns! Founder Rescues Beloved Brand

　　The original version of this story was published on BikeRumor. 　　There have been far too many stories recently of brands shutting down, employees being let go, and generally hard times for the bike industry. Perhaps the most shocking and saddening to me was the surprise announcement thatRevel Bikes was closing. The brand had just unveiled three new bikes, and seemed...

Aug 8, 2025

Win an Authentic North Carolina Adventure, Plus the Gear to Match

　　Ready to explore the real North Carolina? Whether youre chasing whitewater thrills, cycling the Blue Ridge Parkway, surfing at sunrise, or discovering urban gems, this giveaway is your chance to live like a local and adventure like a pro across the state. 　　Enter for a chance to win one of four unforgettable experiences as part of this gear-packed giveaway —...

Aug 8, 2025

Different, Durable, but Needs Refinement: Priority Gemini Smart.Shift Gravel Bike Review

　　Priority Bicycles hangs its hat on belt-driven, non-traditional drivetrains. In fact, there isn’t a metal chain or external derailleur on any bike in the brand’s extensive lineup. 　　From kids bikes to electric commuters, every Priority bicycle uses a low-maintenance Gates Carbon Drive belt. The drivetrain systems vary from single-speeds and internally geared hubs to gearboxes like the new Pinion Smart.Shift....

Aug 8, 2025

Crowdsourced Design: Priority Bruzer Aims to Make Bikepacking More Accessible

　　What do you get when a bikepacker challenges a brand to develop a versatile rig with a reasonable price tag? Apparently, you get Priority Bicycles Bruzer, a low-maintenance bike thats meant to cruise over rough terrain as easily as pavement. 　　Its the brainchild of Priority and bikepacker-filmmaker Ruan Van Duzer, who tapped his YouTube audience to help create what Priority...

Aug 8, 2025

Pedal Mountains to Coast: Explore North Carolina by Bike

　　As one of the premier biking destinations in the country, North Carolina has no shortage of places to ride. Whether you’re into cruising a boardwalk by the beach, bikepacking one of nine state designated routes, or getting the adrenaline pumping on downhill singletrack, there’s a North Carolina biking experience to match your vibe. Here’s a look at where to hit...

Aug 8, 2025

Going Full ‘Rampage’: Watch Matchstick Bikers Rip Virgin Utah’s Legendary Zone

　　Utah is a Zion for hardcore downhill mountain bikers. The rock formations, geologic layers, and vastly varied terrain offer some of the best riding in the world. 　　Among all of the top-notch rides the Beehive State has to offer, those in the Rampage Zone near Virgin are some of the wildest and most sought-after lines. Watch Matchstick Productions Carson Storch,...

Aug 8, 2025

Our Editors Love This ‘Go Anywhere’ Utility Bike: Eaglebear Black Everyday Review

　　You’ve probably never heard of Eaglebear Bikes before. Don’t worry — I hadn’t either. That’s probably because the brand didn’t exist until April 2024, and it sells just one bike model (in several variations). 　　It’s more likely that you’ve heard of the popular kids bike brand Prevelo. Prevelo produces a complete line of some of the best kids bikes on...

Aug 8, 2025

Water Jorts for Watersports: Wrangler, Pit Viper Unveil ‘Xtreme Blue Jeans’

　　If you dont immediately think of denim when you envision a great day at the beach, then you either have a crippling fear of drowning, or you have yet to lay eyes on the coolest thing to happen to blue jeans since the button fly. 　　Today, Wrangler, the biggest name in cowboy pants, joins forces with Pit Viper, the biggest...

Aug 8, 2025

Cool Off After Coachella At These 3 Desert Oases

　　Coachella’s music, scenery, and summer camp vibe makes it easy to escape from almost every aspect of reality—except, of course, for the desert heat. Around every day at 3:00 PM, it starts to feel like someone is personally taking a hot blow-dryer to your face. By the end of the weekend, most folks are a little sunburnt and totally fried....

Aug 8, 2025

Yes, This Magical Icelandic Adventure Lodge Is Real—and Wonderful

　　Ever come across an incredible hotel that stops you mid-scroll and makes you think, Wow, wouldn’t it be something to stay there? We do, too—all the time. Welcome to Friday Fantasy, where we highlight amazing hotels, lodges, cabins, tents, campsites, and other places perched in perfect outdoor settings. Read on for the intel you need to book an upcoming adventure...

Aug 8, 2025

‘Gold’ Jacket, Accident-Detecting Bike Light Camera, Next-Gen Neck Pillow, and More Emerging Gear

　　With warmer weather finally here to stay for most of the country, its a great time to break out the ol bike. Maybe thats why weve got a cycling-heavy roundup of new gear today, from hybrid lights to chic helmets to a leveled-up e-MTB. 　　But youll also find delicious options for refueling on the trail, hybrid trail runners for climbers,...

Aug 8, 2025

The People’s Knife: Vosteed Psyop Micarta Review

　　I’ve been keen to get my hands on a knife with a little more bulk. Everything seems to be going smaller and lighter, and I found myself looking for a knife that had a “dense” feel in my hand — something that makes me believe it would survive the apocalypse (or at least a life lived outdoors). 　　With that in...

Aug 8, 2025

Wahoo Expands Computer Lineup, Launches First Radar Light: Meet the ELEMNT ROAM, BOLT, and TRACKR RADAR

　　Hot off its release of the ELEMNT ACE in December, Wahoo announced new versions of the ELEMNT BOLT and ELEMNT ROAM, plus the new TRACKR RADAR rear light. Heres the catch: the computers wont be available until May, and there is no release date for the TRACKR RADAR yet. 　　Wahoo said its three computers are designed to target three different...

Aug 8, 2025

Comfortable, Streamlined, and Intuitive: First Lite Treeline Turkey Vest Review

　　I’ve tested a ton of turkey hunting vests over the years. None of them fit or function exactly as you hope, and almost all of them require some type of modification. 　　However, First Lite’s new Treeline turkey vest almost nails the mark. Its intuitive, economical storage gives you just enough room for your best calls, but it’s also designed with...

Aug 8, 2025

Vail Resorts to Lay Off 64 Employees in Corporate Restructure

　　The original version of this story was published onThe Inertia. 　　Vail Resorts announced in September 2024 that it would soon undergo a “two-year transformation plan.” It said the plan is a step toward its new phase of “growth and global expansion.” 　　On April 2, 2025, 64 employees in various Human Resources roles in Broomfield, Colo., were told their jobs would...

Aug 8, 2025

Calling All Outdoor Startups. We Want to Get Your Big Idea Funded

　　This summer’s Outside Summit and Festival includes a new pitch competition for outdoor industry and active lifestyle startups called Outside Ignite, providing support for the next generation of bright ideas. 　　Mel Strong, a founding partner of Next Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm, was a moderator at the inaugural Outside Summit last year when she met an entrepreneur with a...