Biking Gear Reviews
We test the top bike gear from Specialized, Ibis, Santa Cruz, Rad Power, Juiced, Thule, Yakima, Giro, POC, and more
The two fastest bikes in our downhill tests are the Yeti SB5.5 and the Santa Cruz Nomad. Here the Nomad is shown handing out yet another incredible ride.
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Bikes are one of those things you need to get right, and it's a crowded market. What are the best mountain bikes? Best bike rack? Safest and top helmets on the market? Which is the best electric bike that can go the furthest on a charge? These are questions, and we've got answers. Our expansive line-up of bike reviews are born from hundreds of miles logged on top bike seats on all varieties of trails and tires. The result is the best collection of side-by-side biking reviews you can find on the web. Period.
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Best Bike Gear
We put together our dream team of bike-related products and accessories -- everything we would choose for our perfect...
10 Best Bike Shoes
Whether you're riding trails or on the road, a good pair of bike shoes improves efficiency, comfort and stability on...
Best Bikes
Looking for a bike to cruise on pavement or hit the trails? For over a decade, our team here at GearLab has been...
10 Best Mountain Bikes
Whether you seek adrenaline or quiet time in nature, a quality mountain bike can help you escape into the woods to...
10 Best Electric Bikes
Electric bikes are wildly popular for a good reason. They make commuting faster, less strenuous, and much more fun. A...
Best Trail Mountain Bikes
Are you searching for the best new trail mountain bike? We constantly research the latest and greatest models and buy...
The Best Hardtail Mountain Bike
Hardtails aren't enjoying the popularity of modern full-suspension trail bikes, but they offer a compelling ride for...
Best Budget Mountain Bikes
Mountain bikes are expensive, but having fun on the trails doesn't have to mean maxing out that credit card. We love...
The Best Commuter eBikes
The right electric commuter bike saves you time and money and delivers what most commutes lack: a lot of fun! Since...
The Best Cargo eBikes
The right cargo ebike can eliminate many of your car trips, save you money, improve your health, and be more fun than...
The Best Fat Bike
Fat bikes give you the ability to handle challenging terrain like snow, sand and gravel while offering stability...
The Best Gravel Bikes
Gravel bikes allow you to veer off the pavement and explore less traveled roads and paths. Our team of experienced...
Best Folding Electric Bikes
We bought top-folding electric bikes and rode them for hundreds of miles in side-by-side tests. We timed their...
The Best Class 3 eBikes
While Class 3 is a broad categorization, these e-bikes provide pedal-assistance up to 28 mph and may or may not have a...
Best Budget Electric Bikes
Electric bikes can be wildly useful, but they don't have to be wildly expensive. We're always on the lookout for...
Best Electric Mountain Bikes
To find the best electric mountain bike, we bought 10 models and rode each for hundreds of miles and over 100,000...
The Best Bike Locks
The perfect bike lock gives you the right amount of security without being too heavy or inconvenient to carry. In the...
The Best Bike Racks
The right bike rack can keep your bike safe, protect your car and bike from damage, and keep the mud and grime on the...
The Best Tailgate Pad
Searching for the best tailgate pad for your truck? We purchased six of the top models available on today's market and...
The Best Bike Trailers
A good bike trailer keeps your kiddos secure, helps transport cargo, and provides a fun way to get the whole family...
The Best Bike Cargo Trailer
If you're looking to bike more and drive less, a cargo trailer is a handy sidekick. A quality bike cargo trailer...
The Best Bike Panniers
Bike panniers give you organized storage on two wheels—perfect for commuting, grocery runs, or adventures. The best...
The Best Exercise Bikes
Exercise bikes offer a convenient, low-impact way to get some cardio, burn calories, and strengthen your lower body...
The Best Bike Trainers
If you want to stay in cycling shape throughout all seasons, a bike trainer lets you ride year-round, regardless of...
Best Mountain Bike Helmets | Impact Tested
Whether you're riding chunky singletrack or crushing cross country trails, crashes are part of the game when it comes...
Best Full Face Bike Helmets
This update to our review focuses on 20 of the best lids on the market in 2023. In the old days, full-face helmets...
Best Road Bike Helmets | Impact Tested
We took 11 top helmets on hundreds of long endurance rides, short jaunts around town, and everything in between in all...
10 Best Bike Helmets | Impact Tested
Nobody wants a bike crash, so we ran lab-based impact tests for you. We sent over 50 helmet models to a lab for...
Best Budget Bike Helmets | Impact Tested
Do you want a comfortable helmet with great protection that doesn't cost as much as your first bike? We have...
The Best Mountain Bike Tires
Are you looking for the best new tires for your mountain bike? We researched almost every tire on the market before...
Best Mountain Bike Wheels
Looking for the best mountain bike wheels for your ride? We've purchased and tested dozens of wheelsets over the past...
The Best Mountain Bike Shoes
Searching for a new pair of mountain bike shoes? We purchased 18 of the most compelling shoes to include in our...
10 Best Bike Pedals
If you want to enhance your riding experience, you need quality bike pedals. The best bike pedals are tailored to your...
Best Mountain Bike Shoes for Women
From discipline-specific models to more general-use shoes, we put the MTB shoes in this review through at least 25...
The Best Road Bike Pedals
If you're serious about road cycling, you'll want to get some good pedals. Quality road bike pedals boost power...
The Best Mountain Bike Pedals
Pedals are two of the five contact points we have with our bike and can drastically affect our performance and how we...
The Best Sport Sunglasses
Stop adventuring outside without protecting your eyes! A quality pair of sports sunglasses shield your peepers from...
The Best Cycling Sunglasses
Cycling sunglasses aren't just for looking cool on your bike. A quality pair can optimize airflow around your face...
Best Mountain Bike Flat Pedal Shoes
After scouring all corners of the internet for the latest and greatest shoes, we purchased over a dozen to put through...
Best Mountain Bike Flat Pedal Shoes For Women
Looking for women's mountain bike flat pedal shoes? We researched the latest and most popular models, purchasing and...
Best Flat Pedals for Mountain Biking
If riding the dirt clipless isn't your style, flat pedals are for you. Mountain bike flat bike pedals let you power...
The Best Cycling Shoes
If you're serious about cycling, you need the right shoes. The best cycling shoes can boost your power transfer and...
Best Mountain Bike Shorts
Whether you're doing laps at the bike park or making a day of it cross-country, a great pair of MTB shorts will...
Best Mountain Bike Shorts for Women
Let's face it: riding in any ol' pair of shorts isn't the same as riding in a great-fitting pair of mountain bike...
Best Bike Shorts
A great pair of bike shorts can make the difference between pain and pleasure on a long ride. With the right padding...
The Best Bike Shorts for Women
Whether you're clipping into the pedals for the first time or have thousands of miles under your belt, a comfortable...
The Best Bike Travel Case
We researched 20 of the best travel bike cases before settling on 4 to buy and test. We then biked many miles with...
Best Mountain Bike Saddle
Your saddle is one of only three spots where your body makes intentional contact with your bike, arguably the most...
The Best Bike Saddles
If you're gonna spend all day in the saddle, it helps to have one that is comfortable to ride. We tested 12 saddles...
10 Best Bike Seats
You can't ride your bike comfortably without a seat! Investing in a quality bike seat can improve your riding...
The Best Comfort Bike Seat
The comfort of your seat can be a huge determining factor in how far, how long, or how often you ride your bike. If...
Best Bike Storage System
Whether you own one bike or several, a quality bike storage system can vastly improve your organization and save space...
The Best Bike Multi Tool
Looking for a reliable bike multi-tool to carry on your rides? In the past five years, we have purchased and tested...
The Best Bike Phone Mounts
We bought 13 top bike phone mounts and rode for thousands of miles to perform side-by-side tests. After hundreds of...
The Best Bike Computers
While the original bike computers were a bit of a novelty for tracking speed and mileage, modern models offer so much...
The Best Bike Light Review
Looking for a bike light that will keep you seen? We've purchased and tested 36+ models over the last 6 years, with 16...
The Best Frame Pump
Over the past seven years, we've researched over 23 models of frame pumps to bring you the most in-depth advice...
The Best Bike Pumps
A high-quality bike pump is user-friendly, effortlessly ensuring your tires maintain accurate pressure with minimal...
The Best Bike Repair Stands
When your bike needs some maintenance, a bike repairstand makes it much easier to perform, whether you're changing a...
The Best Mountain Bike Gloves
Mountain bike gloves might not seem essential -- until you ride without them. The best pairs absorb shock, enhance...
Best Mountain Bike Knee Pads
Looking for a fresh pair of mountain bike knee pads? You're in luck. We bought and tested a selection of the most...
Best Mountain Bike Handlebars
Searching for the best mountain bike handlebar? We purchased and rode more than 25 of the best aftermarket bars on the...
The Best Mountain Bike Hip Pack
Interested in a mountain bike hip pack? We purchased 10 of the most intriguing options available today to put through...