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Gone Too Far? Enduro World Series, La Thuile 4

    • Tested: 100% Aircraft Fullface Helmet
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    • Vital Ride Report: Downieville
      The California Gold Rush may be long over, but there's another treasure hiding in the mountains of the Lost Sierra. We recently had a chance to enjoy this loamy loot during a day of shuttling, and we've brought you this ride report to share the fun and hopefully get you stoked to go and sample the area for yourself. Dive right in!
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    • THE FRESH PRINCE - Andorra World Cup Race Slideshow
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    • WINNING BIKE - Loris Vergier's Santa Cruz V10cc 29
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    • FAIR AND SQUARE - Val di Sole Race Action Slideshow
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    • Subtle Differences - Amaury's Winning Commencals
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    • ALL OR NOTHING, Val di Sole Qualifying Show
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    • Vital RAW - Buck Wild Val di Sole
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    • PIT BITS - Val di Sole World Cup DH
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    • Vital Rides the 2019 Santa Cruz Bronson and 5010
      ...and we had a blast doing it! Learn what makes both of these fresh rides tick.
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    • Subtle Differences - Amaury's Winning Commencals
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    • SICKEST VITAL RAW OF THE YEAR - Andorra Day 1
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    • Hacked: e*thirteen's 11 to 12-Speed Conversion
      Here's how to modify your older SRAM drivetrain to work with 12-speeds and gain lots of gear range in the process.
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    • Ass = Hauled, Tires = Abused. Dave McMillan Crushing
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    • STARING FEAR IN THE FACE - Val di Sole Slideshow
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    • ROOTS (and Rocks) OF ALL EVIL - Val di Sole Track Walk
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Bike of the Day: Kona Process 153 27.5 1 8

Burly build!

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/21/2018 1:30 AM

Nothing but the Sound of Tires and Big Blasty Skatepark Moves - Ludwig Jaeger 1

If you enjoy the sound of tires carving off of lips, the buzz of a loud hub, and stomped tricks, this one is for you.

Posted by bturman on 7/20/2018 5:36 PM

RESULTS: 2018 U.S. National Champs 2

Enduro, Amateur XC and Amateur Dual Slalom National Champs results are in. HECK YEAH 85-YEAR-OLD CHAMP, FREDERIC SCHMID! Last year there were nine men over 70 racing XC. This year there are eleven!

Posted by sspomer on 7/18/2018 8:06 AM

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Product Guide Spotlight: Research, Rate, and Review Crankbrothers' Currents and Classics

Goodies designed to improve your ride. View key specs, compare products, see ratings, and more. If you own a Crankbrothers item, share your impressions. Leave a review. The Top Reviewer every month earns a $100 award through Jenson USA.

Posted by csteen on 7/20/2018 11:14 AM

Norbs Has a New Ride - Meet the 2019 Evil Wreckoning LB 23

Evil Bikes just dropped something a "Little Better'er" with freeride ace Kyle Norbraten at the helm.

Posted by bturman on 7/19/2018 6:50 PM

Gone Too Far? Enduro World Series, La Thuile 4

The venue that made Sam Hill fall in love with Enduro racing is pushing riders to their limits this year.

Posted by sspomer on 7/20/2018 8:47 PM

Heels Over Head - Daily Shot 1

Double trouble.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/20/2018 10:39 AM

Reece Wallace Goes HUGE on the North Shore for Rampage 3

Massive moves like this deserve to be showcased. Good luck, Reece!

Posted by bturman on 7/19/2018 7:03 PM

Bike of the Day: Norco Aurum HSP 650B 9 25

Another Aurum HSP, this time with a Marzocchi build and a bubblegum paint job.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/20/2018 12:47 AM

#RIDEMTBDAY is Today! 7

Today, July 20th is #ridemtbday - get out and shred then prove it by posting here. Yeow!

Posted by sspomer on 7/19/2018 12:38 PM

14mph Uphill! Vital's First Ride on the New 2019 Trek Powerfly LT 26

Racking up the miles in Mammoth, California aboard Trek's newest bike that'll make you feel like superman.

Posted by bturman on 7/20/2018 2:00 AM

COURSE PREVIEW - U.S. National Champs Downhill 6

Get on the gas in West Virginia with Luca Cometti and Nik Nestoroff as they tackle the rocky and rooty #MTBNats downhill course. #USDH

Posted by sspomer on 7/20/2018 7:11 AM

PIT BITS - Enduro World Series, La Thuile 28

Lots to drool over and be excited about in the PIT BITS from the EWS in Italy.

Posted by sspomer on 7/19/2018 8:26 AM

Barelli Finds His Balance - Daily Shot 1

One flying Frenchman - and a log.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2018 11:43 AM

PRO(?) BIKE CHECKS - Enduro World Series Media Squids! 15

We were surprised they weren't showing off their e-bikes! The bike check goods from our favorite lens-wielding supertroopers.

Posted by sspomer on 7/18/2018 10:04 PM

Swapping Roles at the Syndicate

Loris and Greg man the spanners with Marshy and PA battling it out for top racing honors in Les Gets as the roles are reversed at the Syndicate. But the biggest question is, will they survive Luca's cooking?

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2018 2:59 AM

Bike of the Day: Rocky Mountain RM7 12 15

What an awesome restoration/modification job!

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2018 1:45 AM

Enduro World Series POV - Sven & the Squids vs. La Thuile 6

Combine steep, rocky Italian descents with Sven Martin, Lee Trumpore and @maddogboris harassing each other the whole way down and you pretty much know what you're about to get...comedy and carnage.

Posted by sspomer on 7/18/2018 10:09 PM

Banger After Banger | Royal Fest 2018 Highlights 3

Incoming! Get ready for 5 minutes of mayhem with the sickest senders of the planet - it's the Royal Fest recap and you don't want to miss it.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2018 9:33 AM

All Thriller, No Filler | North of Nightfall Action Edit 2

Some of the hottest action clips from the epic North of Nightfall movie released earlier this year, mashed together for your viewing pleasure. Get in!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2018 5:38 AM

New Beginnings - Daily Shot 2

Fresh growth and slick dirt out in India.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2018 12:36 PM

Trail Hunter: The Brotherhood of Stoke

Matt Hunter travels to South Africa and loses himself in the pursuit of flow.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2018 3:57 AM

Bike of the Day: Intense Carbine 29 2 8

One intense Intense.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2018 1:28 AM

The Inside Line - Erik Saunders, Brand Manager of VP Components 5

If you love all facets of bike racing, Erik Saunders will be an inspiration to you.

Posted by sspomer on 7/18/2018 7:43 AM

Shredding Seymour with Scott Mackay

Spend a couple of minutes in the company of Kona's Scott Mackay to see how he makes the most out of the amazing possibilities that Vancouver Island has to offer. Shredalicious!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2018 11:58 AM

Mountain Biker Jumps the Tour de France Peleton - NOW WITH POV 9

Somebody's done it again! And with a sui no-hander, no less!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2018 9:22 AM

Tuesdays Are For Tables - Daily Shot 1

Click that trick.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2018 12:13 PM

Rampage 2018 Dates and Pre-Qualified Riders Announced 1

Time to start getting hyped for the biggest freeride event of the year!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2018 5:56 AM

Bike of the Day: Trek Fuel EX 9.8 4 10

What do you get when you put a FOX 36 on a Fuel? A mini-Slash!

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2018 7:33 AM

Tested: 100% Aircraft Fullface Helmet

With sharp looks and a long list of features, the updated Aircraft now also offers MIPS. Read our review to find out how it stacks up on the trail.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2018 7:22 AM

Bike of the Day: Norco Aurum HSP 9.1 8 7

High single pivot on this DH hauler from Norco.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2018 6:13 AM

Vital Ride Report: Downieville 2

The California Gold Rush may be long over, but there's another treasure hiding in the mountains of the Lost Sierra. We recently had a chance to enjoy this loamy loot during a day of shuttling, and we've brought you this ride report to share the fun and hopefully get you stoked to go and sample the area for yourself. Dive right in!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2018 11:14 AM

You Drive Me Up the Wall - Literally! 3

Bryn Atkinson was JRA, when suddenly...

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/15/2018 10:26 AM

Blenki and Mont Blanc - Daily Shot 1

Sam Blenkinsop getting his scrub on in Les Gets.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/15/2018 1:15 PM

What's Inside Vital Gear Club Box #4? 5

If you're in Vital MTB's Gear Club, watch out because Iago Garay is coming for you and so is our Not an E-Bike water bottle. If you're not in Gear Club, sign up and start with this box today!

Posted by sspomer on 7/13/2018 4:58 PM

Bike of the Day: Norco Range C7.3 1 11

Built for sending.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/15/2018 12:37 AM

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