SRAM Reviews and News

There is a rotor behind that 50-tooth cassette somewhere.

SRAM Eagle 1×12 drivetrain first ride review

If you can stomach the small weight penalty and price hit, there’s no reason not to jump on this Eagle’s wide wings.

The entire SRAM GX DH drivetrain retails for under $200.

SRAM’s new GX DH drivetrain brings trickle down tech to gravity market

SRAM’s latest is a seven speed drivetrain that brings World Cup DH proven tech down to a price point anyone can afford.

Lap after lap, rain or shine, that’s the reality of being a professional mountain bike athlete.

Riding for Real with Josh Carlson and Yoann Barelli

Racing in exotic locations around the world may appear glamorous from the outside, but the reality is far different.

Look closely and you will see 12 cogs, including a 10t and a 50t.

SRAM launches Eagle 1×12 drivetrain with 10-50t cassette

Chicago-based component maker unveils SRAM Eagle, a 1×12 drivetrain system that boasts a 500% gear range thanks to a 10-50t cassette.

SRAM rolls out redesigned Roam 60 carbon wheels

Originally debuted in 2013, SRAM’s top tier carbon fiber mountain bike wheelset has received a host of major upgrades for 2016. Same goes for the 900 series hubs.

At the top is the Level Ultimate, which features a carbon lever and blade, titanium hardware, alloy backed pads to help reduce weight, and lever pivot bearings for improved feel.

SRAM Level brakes pack DH tech into XC/trail package

SRAM’s new Level line-up of brakes takes company’s world downhill championship winning technology and brings it to a lighter weight package designed for cross-country and trail use.

SRAM's new X1 drivetrain is the most affordable 1x groupset ever released.

SRAM NX drivetrain most affordable 1x groupset yet

SRAM’s original 1x drivetrain was revolutionary, but it cost more than an entry level mountain bike. Their latest offering claims to offer similar levels of performance but at only a fraction of the cost.

Riding the magical Colorado Trail

Completed in 1987, and connecting Denver to Durango, the Colorado Trail is 486 miles long and passes through eight mountain ranges. This trail provides some of the best access to the finest alpine singletrack.

Liv ambassadors serve for one year and are incentivized by discounts and Liv products for their service.Liv ambassadors serve for one year and are incentivized by discounts and Liv products for their service.

Liv unveils largest ambassador program in brand’s history

Sister brand of Giant Bicycles is dedicated solely to the female cyclist, and is launching a U.S.-based ambassador program with 125 ambassadors located across the country.

This small adapter converts your 10-speed shifter to 11 without the need to replace your derailleur.

Rapidé adapter converts SRAM 10-speed to 11

A $12 component promises to convert your existing 10-speed drivetrain to 11-speed with minimal fuss. Find out how it works.

Charging the Vyron takes three hours, but it will last roughly four hundred activation cycles before requiring more juice.

Most innovative new mountain bike components of 2015

The most innovative components of 2015 were almost equally divided between electronic and mechanical. Some are clearly the future of our sport. Others we’re not so sure. Check out the full list and then tell us what you think.

The Shimano Deore XT groupset has been a leader in the bang-for-your-budget category since it was first introduced in 1983.

Best new value priced products of 2015

We love covering the latest and greatest, but the truth is, most of us can’t afford to drop 10 large on a mountain bike or 3k on an electronic shifting drivetrain. Here is our list of 2015 products that offered the best bang for the buck.

2015 Holiday Gift Guide: For the crazy competitive cross-country racer

If low weight, speed and efficiency are what matters most, these 10 gifts should be on your holiday shopping list.

Mavic Crossmax XL Pro LTD Wheel-Tire System

2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Hot wheels for your favorite mountain biker

No. 1 component upgrade? A set of shiny new wheels. Lighter, faster and stronger are all potential gains when you swap out your old hoops. And what better time to do so than around the holidays.

SRAM’s 1×11 groups have revolutionized mountain bikes. Photo courtesy of Art's Cyclery

SRAM 1×11 Components: Where to spend your money

With an assist from our friends at Art’s Cyclery, here’s a part by part breakdown of where you’ll find the best bang for your buck when outfitting your mountain bike with SRAM 1×11 drivetrain components.

There's arguably no more diverse and amazing place to ride bikes than Whistler, British Columbia. Photo by Norma Ibarra

Outerbike Whistler: Hot bikes, amazing trails, good times

Consumer-facing trade show in B.C. wonderland serves up biking bliss with hundreds of demo bikes, and access to the world’s most famous bike park.

News: SRAM RAIL 40 wheels

SRAM has made huge strides in its wheel development. They’ve dissected every part of the wheel system and improved all the components. They’re not very wide yet but the engineering is now very sound with the RAIL line of wheels. Performance and affordability are in the forefront as well.

Video: SRAM GX ‘Far and Wide’

Austin, Texas is a city of diverse cultures and choices. With rugged trails around the city, riders can ride right out of their door to enjoy the outdoors. Follow these three riders, how they got started riding and why they continue to enjoy the sport.