Mountain Biking Gear, Bicycle Gear, Bikepacking & Bicycle Touring
We obsessively research and test bike reviews so that you buy right the first time.
Our goal is for you to find bike gear you love—so that it won't go to a landfill or hog up space in your garage. We're dedicated to making an inclusive outdoor space where everyone—regardless of far, fast, or hard you bike—can make smart gear decisions.
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Mountain Bike Gear
Looking for the best bike pump? We tested floor, mini, hand, and portable pumps to find the best options for road, gravel, mountain, and commuter bikes.
Good mountain bike gloves balance comfort, protection, durability, and breathability. We trail-tested dozens to bring you this review of the best MTB gloves.
We review top-rated bike bags to find the best mountain bike frame bag, best for gravel bikes and road bikes, and top tube bags for all kinds of bikes and riders.
After researching and testing 12+ mountain biking headlamps and handlebar lights, we found the brightest and best battery life LED MTB lights for night riding. We rank bar lights and helmet lights by lumens max output, USB charging, and price including Light & Motion, Bontrager, Niterider, Cygolite, Gloworm, and more.
Mountain biking knee pads for all kinds of riders: trail, enduro, downhill and cross country. Comfortable, lightweight knee pads to pads with maximum protection.
The best hip packs for mountain biking hold all the essentials you need on the track, like your water, snacks and MTB repair kit. Here are our top 6 picks.
Save your elbows with mountain biking elbow pads. We have picks for downhill, trail, enduro, and cross-country MTB riders.
Mountain bike pedal reviews for flat and clipless pedals. We rate top MTB pedals for XC, trail, enduro, downhill, women's pedals, and beginner pedals under $50
A modern MTB bike backpack is an essential piece of gear that will keep the weight low and close to the body, minimizing pack movement without impinging on rider mobility. We review 18 mountain bike hydration packs to find the best for riders from enduro to downhill
We review 20+ pairs of MTB shorts for trail, downhill, hot and cool weather and knee pad compatibility to find the best mountain bike shorts for men based on ventilation, pockets, waistband, DWR and more
We tested 20+ pairs of women's MTB shorts to find the best for fit, comfort, pockets, durability and all kinds of riding–bibs, baggies, chamois and plus size
We tested the top mountain biking shoes for all riders: enduro, downhill, trail, cross country, gravel, and bikepacking. We rate the best men’s and women’s MTB shoes, whether you ride flat or clipless, lace or BOA.
MOUNTAIN BIKE GEAR Gift Ideas
Gifts for mountain bikers, according to mountain bikers. Presents for your MTB friends and family from small, useful items to luxury equipment and bike tools.
BIKEPACKING GEAR
Looking for the best bike pump? We tested floor, mini, hand, and portable pumps to find the best options for road, gravel, mountain, and commuter bikes.
A bike water bottle holder is perhaps the humblest accessory for your bike. You don’t have to spend much for a bottle cage, and these are worth it.
Hands-on Garmin Enduro 3 review from a double Triple Crown thru-hiker. Solar charging, multi-week battery life, training tools, and how it stacks up in 2026.
We review the best bike panniers for bike touring, commuting, bikepacking, and getting groceries. We consider capacity, waterproofness, secure mounting and access.
We tested 20+ small seat-mounted bags for road biking, and full-size saddlebags for bikepacking, mountain biking, and gravel riding to find the best bike bags for all kinds of riding.
We review top-rated bike bags to find the best mountain bike frame bag, best for gravel bikes and road bikes, and top tube bags for all kinds of bikes and riders.
A brand new adventure watch from COROS, the Nomad has unique features such as adventure journaling and fishing profiles.
An ultralight tent or tarp is key if you want to move quickly and comfortably. These shelters will protect you from wind, rain, snow, and sleet.
Whether you’re a backpacker seeking a new sport or a bike tourer looking for harder routes, this article will give you a clear idea of what bikepacking is, how to begin your weekend bikepacking adventure, and give resources for getting on the trail.
TOURING BICYCLE AND ROAD BIKE GEAR
Sixteen front and rear bike cargo racks tested for commuting, touring, mountain biking, and bikepacking—these are the eight best for 2026.
Looking for the best bike pump? We tested floor, mini, hand, and portable pumps to find the best options for road, gravel, mountain, and commuter bikes.
We reviewed ultralight backpacking and bike tents from Big Agnes, Six Moon Designs, Nemo, and MSR to determine the best picks for solo and group bikepacking.
We review the best bike panniers for bike touring, commuting, bikepacking, and getting groceries. We consider capacity, waterproofness, secure mounting and access.
Our review of the best bike racks for cars, trucks, or SUVs, including roof-mount, hanging, tray, swing away, and trunk racks. Plus, how to choose the right bike rack.
We review the safest and best road bike helmets for commuters, road cyclists and urban recreational biking. The top rated helmets under $150 with vents and visors
Whether you’re looking for the best handlebar bags to get your burrito from the taqueria to the park or to help carry your camping gear on a weekend trip, we’ve got you covered.
How to complete a century ride! Tips on getting into cycling, base training, nutrition, route planning, gear, outfitting a bike, and more. Set goals for long-duration, low-intensity rides for your first 100-miler or 100-km cycling training plans.
When are trail runners best? When are hiking shoes best? We dive into the details of the great hiking footwear debate.
outdoor gear for Bicycle Tours & Bikepacking essentials
Stay safe, stay connected, and stay found in the backcountry with a satellite messenger or personal locator beacon.
We test over 25 popular backpacking tents to find the solo, 2-person, and 3-person tents for all kinds of backpackers, hikers, and campers. We tested on 1000s of miles of backpacking in climates from desert to temperate rain forest to find the best backpacking tents for most people.
We tested the best backpacking sleeping bags over thousands of miles on the trail, and chose the best bags based on comfort, warmth, packability, and weight.
We researched and tested backpacking cooking pots—ones with positive reviews in outdoor media as well as users. We found the best cook pots for backpacking including titanium, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and cook sets. We considered cooking efficiency, heat distribution, and weight.
We find the best backpacking stoves after testing 22 of the most popular backpacking stoves side-by-side for 3 years and over 1000s of miles.
We tested electrolyte powders, tablets, capsules, and drops in hot and harsh conditions such as hiking, running, and biking to bring you this list of the best electrolyte supplements on the market.
To find the best sleeping pads, we tested 20 pads over 1000s of miles of backpacking, bikepacking, and bicycle touring. See our top picks for best overall, 4-season, budget, foam, side-sleeper, and hybrid.
We review sports detergents to find the best laundry detergent for workout clothes. Gym clothes require a tough sports wash that can address tough stains and odors. We tested the best-selling sports laundry detergent, the best everyday laundry detergent, and the best laundry boosters to meet your needs and budgets.
Power your phone and electronics with our review of the best portable solar chargers and panels with power banks for camping, basecamping, and outdoor adventures.