My Visit to the Upway UpCenter in LA: A Fresh Take on Buying an E-Bike Words by Mia de Paula I didn’t expect to be writing about a bike shopping experience—but here we are. I recently visited the Upway UpCenter in Los Angeles, looking for a reliable e-bike ahead of International Women’s […]
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Polygon Siskiu T9 Review
Bikes Online – Polygon Siskiu T9 A Short Rider’s Review Words by Candice I had the opportunity to take the Polygon Siskiu T9 for a spin on my home trails in Northwest Arkansas, which are known for their technical features—like rocks, roots, and plenty of pedaly challenging terrain. Right from the […]
Read MoreCanyon Unveils New DH Bike
ALL-NEW CANYON SENDER CFR DOWNHILL BIKE UNVEILED WITH HIGH-PIVOT SUSPENSION DESIGN Canyon set out to build the fastest DH bike on the planet. A bike that could win World Cup races. And that’s precisely what happened… We got to see this little beauty in person at Sea Otter and were […]
Read MoreInternational Women’s MTB Day of Giving
Support women in mountain biking, get rewarded! In honor of International Women’s MTB Day on May 3, we’re kicking things off by supporting our friends at World Ride for their first ever Day of Giving on Friday, May 2! We’re excited to be a partner in this effort to raise […]
Read MoreMissy Giove: The Queen of Downhill Mountain Biking
The Queen of Downhill Mountain Biking Updated 5/7/2025- Editor’s Note: Much of the original information in this article was compiled using publicly available sources. Since its publication, we’ve had the opportunity to speak directly with Missy Giove. As a result, we’ve updated certain sections to reflect new insights and verified […]
Read MoreBike Fit- Maximize Your Comfort and Power with Jessie Duppler
Maximize Your Comfort- 3 Factors For a Better Bike Fit https://youtu.be/ODDeyrsorV4 Words by Dr. Jessie Duppler While there are a multitude of factors and variables that contribute to a good bike fit, the three parameters below are a great place to start when it comes to feeling more comfortable […]
Read MoreCourtney & Hauswald Lead New Chapter for She Sends
She Sends Foundation Enters New Era with Courtney and Hauswald SAN RAFAEL, California — April 18, 2025 — Professional mountain bike racer Kate Courtney, 2018 cross-country world champion and one of the sport’s most recognized athletes, is stepping into a new chapter in 2025 — both on and off the […]
Read MoreRevel Bikes, Closing It’s Doors- Heartbreak
Heartbreak in the Bike World: Revel Bikes Closes Its Doors Words by Mia de Paula It’s never easy to write a goodbye like this—especially to a brand that changed the way so many of us ride. Today, Revel Bikes announced it’s officially shutting down. For those of us who’ve followed […]
Read MoreWomen’s Apparel & Shoes at Sea Otter Classic 2025
Women’s Mountain Bike Apparel Highlights – Sea Otter Classic 2025 Words by Mia de PaulaSea Otter Classic 2025 brought major product launches in women’s mountain bike apparel. From size-inclusive designs to fresh collaborations and new footwear, here are the top women-specific MTB gear highlights from the event. Apparel Turning Heads Peppermint […]
Read MoreTop New MTB Tech at Sea Otter Classic 2025
Tech at SOC, Bikes, Helmets, & Drivetrains-What You Need to Know Words by Mia de PaulaThe Sea Otter Classic 2025 has once again proven to be the launchpad for the latest and greatest in mountain biking. From cutting-edge bikes to next-gen helmets and technical apparel designed for women who shred, […]
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