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Maxxis Interbike 2016
Featuring redesigns of iconic Maxxis offerings, plus the addition of a new eBike-compliant range, the world famous tire maker keeps us rolling into another product year. Video: Maxxis Rekon,...
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SRAM EX1 e-bike drivetrain review
SRAM’s EX1 drivetrain is highlighted by the 11-48 8-speed cassette with 30% jumps between gears. Lowdown: SRAM EX1 E-Bike Drivetrain The e-bike market for commuting and trail riding is growing at a...
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Where can you legally ride an e-MTB?
E-bikes can be fun, but should only be ridden on designated trails. In the United States, the recent explosion of the e-MTB market has raised valid concerns about trail access. The central argument is...
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Mtbr’s top 10 most read articles in 2016
With a roster that includes freeriding legends Cam Zink and Andreu Lacondeguy, YT’s choice to release a long travel 29er drew lots of attention. 1. YT Jeffsy CF Comp 1 first ride review YT, short for...
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Video: Trek Powerfly 8 FS review
We rode the Trek Powerfly in the high mountains of Switzerland What is it? We’ve spent enough time now with the Trek Powerfly 8 to give it a verdict. This 130mm travel full suspension Plus bike from...
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Bosch and Troy Lee Designs launch eMTB race series
The legendary Kamikaze Bike Games last year held its first ever electric mountain bike race, the TLD Boogaloo e-powered by Bosch. Photo by PB Creative Photo Troy Lee Designs and Bosch eBike Systems...
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Specialized Turbo Levo eMTB with trail tool twist
Trail Boss tools are integrated on to the rear of this eMTB frame from Specialized. We’re always being asked what’s the best thing you saw at Sea Otter. This year, the nod just might go to this trail...
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Focus Jam trail bike a departure from usual XC focus
With 140mm of F.O.L.D. suspension technology the Jam is Focus’ most versatile trail bike. German-based Focus Bikes may be better known in the U.S. for their extensive support of cyclocross and XC...
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Bulls Bikes charging into U.S. market
The Monster E FS is a 120mm travel, full suspension e-fatbike. Yeah, it’s like a couch with pedals and a motor. This could be the answer for trail maintenance, ranger patrols, or any other need to get...
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Haibike makes the argument for e-mountain bikes
Powered up and shred ready. Want to solicit a strong opinion, perhaps even start an argument? Ask a mountain biker about religion, politics, or e-bikes. Honestly, the latter is probably your best bet...
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Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay eMTB debuts
Rocky Mountain worked closely with Wade Simmons to ensure the Powerplay ripped. Last month, Rocky Mountain unveiled an all new Altitude. It shared the same basic layout as its predecessor, but received...
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BMC Trailfox Amp eMTB first ride review
The BMC Trailfox Amp is not easy to put in a box. Photo by Jeremie Reuiller Swiss bike maker BMC has been studying the MTB e-bike market carefully to explore where they can compete in the segment....
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2018 Trek Powerfly FS 130mm e-bike
The Trek Powerfly descends with confidence, but it’s still on the heavy side. Photo by Sterling Lorence Trek has been selling e-bikes in Europe for a while and they have learned a lot. These bikes have...
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Specialized Turbo Levo FSR Carbon first ride review
To the untrained eye, the Turbo Levo looks a lot like an ordinary mountain bike. Photo by Colin Belisle The majority of e-bikes look like cobbled together Frankenbikes. Specialized bucked that trend...
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2018 Motobecane HAL eBoost PRO launched
Building on over a decade of full suspension frame design, the Motobecane HAL eBoost PRO 27.5+ is designed for up to 5 inches of terrain taming travel both front and rear. Motobecane has introduced...
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Liv debuts women’s specific e-bikes
LIV’s e-bike range was designed specifically for women using their LivRight sizing database. Liv is Giant’s sister brand. They focus on women’s specific products. They offer a full range of bikes for...
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Pivot Shuttle e-bike introduced
What the Pivot Shuttle delivers over previous ebikes is riding experience. We’ve often wondered who would be the first among the boutique brands to offer an e-bike. Our questions have been answered as...
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Haibike Interbike 2017
With a growing trend toward longer travel e-mountain bikes, Haibike has delivered with its new 200mm DWNHLL model. They’ve also improved the performance and extended the range of the XDURO and SDURO....
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Bulls Bikes Interbike 2017
Premium e-bike manufacturer Bulls Bikes has expanded its offerings with new plus e-bikes, including a women’s specific model. Here’s a full rundown of highlights from the Interbike trade show in Las...
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Magura Boltron eMTB suspension fork review
Stanchions are a beefy 40mm. Travel is 120mm or 150mm. What is it It’s a safe bet that when Magura first got into business back in 1893, they didn’t expect to be making burly suspension forks for...
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