The Bikes We Ride // Rocky Mountain Altitude Bike Check
Rocky Mountain’s all-new Altitude immediately caught Shayne’s eye upon release with it's travel and geo numbers falling in line with what he was looking for in a new frame. After just a single demo...
First Look: New Transition Sentinel V3 // Compared to Sentinel V2
The Transition Sentinel V3 solidifies its position as a versatile all-mountain bike, combining thoughtful updates with the proven “send-it-all” spirit of its predecessor. With refined geometry, imp...
Transition Scout Bike Check // Kaia Jensen on Crankworx Podium and State of Womens Freeride
Kaia Jensen is one of the current crop of local riders expanding the boundaries of women's freeride and setting the stage for the next generation of riders. This past summer, Kaia achieved an impre...
Maxxis High Roller III Review // High Roller Compared to Assegai and Hillbilly
The new High Roller performs well over a variety of conditions, ranging from rim-deep moon dust to picturesque beds of rooty loam. When the sky opens up, and trails turn to mud, it provides a sense...
Specialized Epic 8 Evo Bike Check // The Bikes We Ride
This custom Specialized Epic 8 EVO bridges the gap between cross-country speed and trail bike durability. Its updated frame offers enhanced efficiency and less pedal bob, while the high-end suspens...
RockShox Lyrik Ultimate Review // RockShox Charger 3 Compared to Charger 3.1
The Charger 3.1 isn’t a complete overhaul but rather the introduction of incremental refinements that improve upon what was already a great product. This latest iteration of RockShox suspension is ...
Transition Sentinel Bike Check // Transition Bike Rentals Now at Fanatik
When he’s not working tirelessly to keep our website or bike builder running smoothly, our web manager Victor is likely out on Galbraith aboard his carbon Transition Sentinel. Having previously spe...
How to Assemble a Mountain Bike // Fanatik Custom Build Assembly Guide
Congratulations on your new bike purchase! To get you on the trails as quickly as possible, follow this guide to ensure your bike is properly assembled.
If you are uncomfortable performing the as...
Best Summer MTB Tires // Staff Favorites
As July gives way to August, it is safe to say we are fully in “dust season,” with most riders swapping their spiked winter tires for a fast-rolling tread pattern. I asked around the shop to find ...
