Maxxis’ latest downhill tire bears the name Highroller, but technically it’s the Highroller III. The original Highroller came out in 2004, followed by the Highroller II in 2011. The name may be the same, but there aren’t many similarities between the new model and its predecessors when it comes to the actual tread pattern. Instead, … Read more
Specialized is launching a new line of bikes, but no, not under the Enduro model name. The Status 2 brings updates to the affordable aluminum frame platform, as well as more travel. There are now Status 140 and 170 trail bikes, plus a 170 DH version built for bike parks. The new Status family also … Read more
After a self-described “bumpy couple of years” for Kona, the brand is back with two new bikes. The all-new Kona Process 153 and 134 are the first to be released since Kona’s founders took back control of the brand this spring. The new bikes are the third generation of the Kona Process – the first … Read more
Blacksmith In addition to the “world’s lightest carbon shell downhill helmet,” Smith also released a prototype of the Forefront 3 open face helmet. Due for release in 2025, it will replace the Forefront 2 with improved ventilation and more rear coverage. It will retail for $270 USD. A polycarbonate shell, EPS, Koroyd, and MIPS play … Read more
After a tumultuous start to 2025, Orange Bikes looks to be alive and kicking, launching no fewer than five new bikes at Eurobike. Category segments include Orange’s first-ever full-suspension mountain bike for kids; the aptly named Satsuma, the Whippet DJ bike, the £1,000 frame size with a 1-year warranty, two new 29” eMTBs and the … Read more
Perhaps the most recognizable name in mountain biking, the Specialized Stumpjumper celebrates 43 years of evolution with this latest edition: number 15. Not only has the Stumpy evolved with this new generation, the lineup has also undergone some consolidation, with the EVO designation no longer appearing on the longer-travel variant of the Stumpjumper. We’re back … Read more
Europe’s largest handmade bike fair, Bespoked, is back in the UK in 2024. In previous years, London’s Lee Valley Velodrome has played host, but this year the fair heads north to Manchester, to a rather palatial Victoria Baths. I took a (dry) lap around the 6ft deep pools of this former spa (or is it … Read more
A lot of gear comes through our desks here at Pinkbike. Check Out is an occasional round-up of everything our tech editors got their hands on. Sometimes they’re products we’re doing long-term testing on, other times they’re things we’re excited about but don’t have time to fully review. And sometimes it’s crazy shit that someone … Read more
It’s no secret that pro mountain bikers often want something a little different with their suspension, the benefits of having access to previously unreleased parts or a suspension engineer who can build a custom shim to suit their specific needs. With the new Josh Bryceland Edition Selva fork, Formula aims to give the general public … Read more
It’s easy to be cynical about bike brands inventing new niches to sell more bikes, but some just want to give people the bikes they want to ride. That’s what Joe McEwan from Starling Cycles says about the Mini Murmur. It’s a short-travel trail bike, designed to be fast and efficient, but capable enough when … Read more