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We were impressed when Walmart rolled out a carbon fiber bike for under $500 (even if the build quality is a little questionable). But now we’re really impressed, because they’re just revealed a new high-end bike line with models ranging from $2,300 to $6,000, and they're calling it Viathon. Oh boy.
Bikes that can convert from one use to another, already exist. But few do it as nimbly and easily as the Canyon Strive – which requires nothing more than the flick of a lever to let you instantly convert it from a 150mm downhill dweller to a 135mm XC racer.
The Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo isn’t your typical mountain e-bike. And by that, we mean it’s actually looks like a mountain bike, and not an e-bike. Sure, there’s a small motor and battery compartment hidden in the bottom of the frame, where the pedals reside, but other than that, there’s nearly no indication that this bike has any kind of assistance.
Outfitting your mountain bike with the right tires e tires can make or break your offroad exploits. In the same way that bulky, overly treaded tires will slow you down on the road, tires that are too smooth and too small will affect your traction on the trail, ruining your cornering as well as being potentially unsafe. Choosing the right bike tires is no different than choosing some for you car, really, and it’s important to find the right set.
Saracen has been making mountain bikes since 1983, which makes them not only one of the UK’s first makers, but also one of the first in the world. Less than two years later, their founders rode them to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro – which is as hard as it sounds.
Moots has been making fantastic mountain bikes in Colorado since 1981, and they clearly know what they're doing. Their Farwell is a versatile hardtail with the option to switch tire sizes for different terrains, from 27.5" for rugged trails to 29'ers for flying cross country. Not only that, but it's made from seriously strong, lightweight titanium.