Privateer Perspective - Rachel Pageau 0

    • The New Santa Cruz MEGAtower
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    • First Ride - Vee Tire Co's Snap WCE
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/First-Ride-Vee-Tire-Cos-Snap-and-Flow-Snap-WCE,2634
    • The State of U.S. DH Racing According to Neko Mulally
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    • Adrien Dailly's Lapierre Spicy Is Tricked Out
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    • Miranda Miller - The Inside Line Podcast
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/Miranda-Miller-The-Inside-Line-Podcast,2638
    • Final NZ Enduro Results and Race Report
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/NZ-Enduro-Results-and-Race-Reports-Day-1-and-2,2636
    • The Adidas-Branded Sleuth DLX from Five Ten Reviewed
      Three stripes on Five Tens? Yes, and the collaboration goes deeper than the graphics on the all-new Sleuth DLX. Jump inside to find out more!
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Flat-Pedal-Shoes,60/Five-Ten/Sleuth-DLX,25430#product-reviews/3490
    • EYEWITNESS - Windrock Pro GRT Slideshow
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/photos/features/Windrock-Pro-GRT-Race-Report-and-Slideshow,12273/Slideshow,0/sspomer,2
    • DH RACE DAY - Vital RAW Windrock Pro GRT
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/DH-RACE-DAY-Vital-RAW-Windrock-Tennessee-National-Pro-GRT,36439/sspomer,2
    • PIT BITS - Windrock, Tennessee National Pro GRT
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    • Vital RAW - Windrock Tennessee National
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/Vital-RAW-Windrock-Tennessee-National,36433/sspomer,2
    • Vital RAW - GEE ATHERTON
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/GEE-ATHERTON-Vital-RAW,36431/sspomer,2
    • The New Santa Cruz MEGAtower
      With a name like the Megatower, you've no doubt already guessed this bike's intentions. It's the no holds barred replacement for the Hightower LT. Vital weighs in...
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/Bikes,3/Santa-Cruz/Megatower-CC-X01-29-Reserve,25442#product-reviews/3491
    • Vital RAW - GEE ATHERTON
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/GEE-ATHERTON-Vital-RAW,36431/sspomer,2
    • Vital RAW - Windrock Tennessee National
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/videos/features/Vital-RAW-Windrock-Tennessee-National,36433/sspomer,2
    • The State of U.S. DH Racing According to Neko Mulally
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      https://www.vitalmtb.com/features/The-State-of-U-S-Downhill-Racing-According-to-Neko-Mulally,2639
Jose Borges, Alex Cure and Karim Amour - Miranda Racing at EWS Round 1

A powerhouse team and a killer video recap - check out the NZ action with Miranda Racing.

Posted by sspomer on 3/26/2019 11:27 AM

A 15-Minute Q&A on the New Stumpjumper EVO 2

The people behind the Stumpy EVO go deep on the fun machine from Specialized. This was a live webcast on Facebook last week.

Posted by sspomer on 3/26/2019 9:09 AM

Wyn TV - EWS Rotorua Post-Race Banter

Fresh off the finish line, interviews from Wyn and his world-famous microphone, straight from Rotorua.

Posted by Dylan on 3/26/2019 7:01 AM

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Bike of the Day: Marin Alcatraz 1 8

Mobber from Marin.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/26/2019 2:53 PM

50to01 New Zealand Antics 1

When you click a 50to01 edit you know exactly what you're getting, a bunch of legends having fun on bikes #allthelads

Posted by Dylan on 3/26/2019 7:02 AM

Privateer Perspective - Rachel Pageau

"If I don't ride, I going to regret it when I'm back in school."

Posted by sspomer on 3/26/2019 8:44 AM

Afton Shoes Spring 2019 Release 6

Following Afton’s first year on the market highlighted by multiple UCI World Cup DH podiums, a U.S. National DH Championship and an X-Games gold medal, they are pleased to introduce our 2019 Spring line.

Posted by Jdub004 on 3/25/2019 7:59 AM

New MTB Deals - Get Ready for Action

With prime riding season upon us, the deals on tires, gear and components are heating up just like the temps.

Posted by sspomer on 3/25/2019 2:48 PM

Rachel Rolling Rocks - Daily Shot 1

Up close and personal.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/25/2019 2:16 PM

Bike of the Day: Diamondback Mission Pro 2 11

Ready for any mission.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/25/2019 1:54 PM

Video from Lousa Shows Cannondale DH Bike in Action

Forum sleuths on the freaking hunt! Riders in attendance: Danny Hart, Gee Atherton, Matt Walker, Amaury Pierron, Remi Thirion, Myriam Nicole, Phill Atwill, Jack Reading, Matt Simmons.

Posted by sspomer on 3/24/2019 8:21 AM

Blue on Blue - Daily Shot 1

Blending in.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/24/2019 2:11 PM

IN THE BOOKS - Enduro World Series Rotorua Race Slideshow 19

The action-packed photos and emotional interviews from Sven and Boris in Rotorua. The 2019 EWS season is officially underway!

Posted by sspomer on 3/24/2019 12:26 PM

RESULTS: Enduro World Series Rotorua, 2019 1

Martin Maes makes history a win in the Elite Men's class on a bike with a 29 / 27.5-inch wheel combo. Isabeau Courdurier earns her win in a close women's battle.

Posted by sspomer on 3/23/2019 10:59 PM

Bike of the Day: Zerode Taniwha 1 134

Yellow with a dash of purple.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/24/2019 9:30 AM

Ride Along with Sven - EWS POV Comedy and Crushing 5

In between heckling and black lunging, there is some seriously perfect singletrack hauling with our main man Sven Martin. His 17GB of footage took two days to get here!

Posted by sspomer on 3/23/2019 4:07 PM

Another Direct-to-Consumer Contender: Introducing the Fezzari La Sal Peak 14

With an open book for design, solid execution, great prices, and options for customization, this new brawler from Utah is well worth a look.

Posted by bturman on 8/24/2018 4:30 PM

Hey, Why Are So Many Downhillers Broke Off All of a Sudden?

The Rotorua Luge, that's why. Rider sponsors reconsider Crankworx NZ attendance in future. HA! SO NUTS!

Posted by sspomer on 3/23/2019 12:11 PM

Coast Guard - Daily Shot 1

Holding the line.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/23/2019 3:17 PM

IT'S ON! 2019 Enduro World Series, Rotorua 4

The 2019 Enduro World Series race season is here. Sven and Boris drop a gallery of practice photos with race day action just hours away!

Posted by sspomer on 3/23/2019 9:09 AM

Bike of the Day: Turner DHR 17 16

This rebuild/refresh makes 2005 look pretty rad.

Presented by All Mountain Style. Add your ride to our Bike Check section!

Posted by iceman2058 on 3/23/2019 2:16 PM

Poll: Is the 29 / 27.5 combo (97.5) Bike Here To Stay? 42

Verbl Kint asks a about a hot topic in racing right now.

Posted by sspomer on 3/22/2019 9:28 AM

EWS Rotorua POVs - Thomas Lapeyrie, Sam Hill, Elliott Heap & Jesse Melamed 1

Basically a how-to video on singletrack shredding. Updated with POV of Thomas Lapeyrie hitting all stages, Elliott Heap on Stage 1 and Jesse Melamed on Stage 3

Posted by sspomer on 3/22/2019 8:09 AM

On Breaking Her Neck - Cecile Ravanel Exclusive Interview 5

The gnarliest woman in Enduro discusses a scary injury that happened a month ago. We're all wishing you a strong, healthy recovery, Cecile!

Posted by sspomer on 3/22/2019 8:43 AM

Look Ma No Hands - Daily Shot 1

Flight of the condor.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/22/2019 2:27 PM

Bike of the Day: Specialized Demo 8 Carbon 2 173

One of a kind Demo.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/22/2019 12:41 PM

A New Definition of Flickable - Vital RAW, Jasper Penton 9

Way too effortless. Kids these days.

Posted by sspomer on 3/21/2019 1:54 PM

RESULTS: Crankworx Rotora Downhill (Now with Wyn TV) 10

Wheel sizes of all diameters mingle happily as Brook MacDonald and Tracey Hannah take victories in Rotorua.

Posted by sspomer on 3/22/2019 7:27 AM

The First AMA-Sanctioned E-Mountain Bike Race with Kyle Warner 27

Can of worms = opened?

Posted by sspomer on 3/21/2019 12:08 PM

Rowdy in Retallack - Daily Shot 1

Blasting booters in BC.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/21/2019 12:40 PM

50:01 Snags Some DH Practice Footage from Crankworx Rotorua

Steep, dusty, fun, fast. The race starts in just a couple hours, too!

Posted by sspomer on 3/21/2019 5:37 PM

Bike of the Day: Evil The Offering 2 14

Evil is as evil does.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 3/21/2019 3:56 AM

TO THE MOON (literally) - Crankworx Rotorua Whip Off 1

Barking at the moon with DH bikes going sideways. Yes, please.

Posted by sspomer on 3/21/2019 7:38 AM

Crankbrothers Gem Long Pump in Vital Gear Club Box #8 1

Don't leave home without it because you know your ill-prepared friend is going to need it.

Posted by sspomer on 3/20/2019 1:45 PM

32 Minutes of Raw DH Footage from Portugal

Excessively repetitive? Yeah. 32 minutes of bike-smashing, rock-pinging, whistle-blowing music to our ears? Damn right!

Posted by sspomer on 3/20/2019 1:30 PM

Every Sloppy Second Counts

The Colorado kids battle the slop at Windrock. Rooted MTB Season 2 kicks off.

Posted by sspomer on 3/20/2019 8:55 AM

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