Mike Kazimer is the cycling gear director for Outside, and has been entrenched in the mountain bike world for over 20 years. From crushing cardboard boxes as a shop grom to his current role as ...

Ready to start cycling? Our beginner's guide explains the different types of bikes (road, mountain, hybrid) and helps you ...

If you’re looking to get back into bike riding, or you’re someone who has been riding for years and needs an upgrade, we’ve created a long list of options in a variety of price ranges. Whether you ...

One hundred years ago, there was one basic bicycle type: frame, two wheels, narrow tyres, rim brakes, saddle, and handlebars. Nowadays, there are disc brakes, flat bars, knobby tyres, folding frames, ...

Mountain bike terminology can be confusing at times, and it can seem like it has its own language. What does it mean, for example, for your suspension to 'bottom out', and what are 'braking bumps'?

While it’s easy to get overwhelmed with sticker shock at specialty bike shops, you don’t have to choose between paying rent and buying a mountain bike. Sure, a higher-end model might have more durable ...

If you have a sense of adventure and like to explore the outdoors, a mountain bike is a great choice for a fun, rugged activity. Mountain bikes work well for all sorts of adventures, from long treks ...