Get Better Performance from Your Air Fork with Vorsprung Suspension Luftkappe 37

Can this small piece of hardware make a big difference to how your fork rides? That's a resounding "yes" from us, read our review to find out more.

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    • Darren Murphy of PUSH Industries - The Inside Line
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    • Tested: Vee Tire Co. Snap WCE Tire
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    • Vital Rides the All-New Yeti SB165
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    • HUCKING MEAT! Les Gets World Cup DH Slideshow
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    • Les Gets World Cup Downhill Race Track Walk Slideshow
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    • Enduro World Series Les Orres Race Slideshow
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    • We Review Royal's 20-Year Anniversary Apparel Range
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    • ANYTHING GOES! Andorra World Cup Race Slideshow
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Bike of the Day: UNNO Dash 4 7

Simply dashing.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/20/2019 4:29 AM

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Posted by sspomer on 7/19/2019 8:25 AM

This Mob is Searching the Globe for the Next Young Talent | YT Mob World Tour Episode 1

With 6 stops on 6 continents, the YT Mob World Tour is one of the most ambitious talent scouting programs ever seen in pro DH. After 4 stops, time to catch up with the action!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2019 1:13 AM

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Back in Black - Daily Shot 1

Your photographer buddies will hate you.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2019 10:03 AM

Intense Factory Racing Les Gets Race Recap

A bit of an up and down weekend for Intense Factory Racing at the Les Gets World Cup. Find out what this crazy French tour stop looked like from the inside thanks to this comprehensive race report and video from the team.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2019 2:08 AM

Bike of the Day: Banshee Legend 2 10

Ex-squish-it build.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2019 4:26 AM

Get Better Performance from Your Air Fork with Vorsprung Suspension Luftkappe 37

Can this small piece of hardware make a big difference to how your fork rides? That's a resounding "yes" from us, read our review to find out more.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/19/2019 12:32 AM

PNW Components Presents: Get Phat ft. Pat Smage 1

Moto Trials Rider + Fat Bike = Phat Biking

Posted by Jdub004 on 7/18/2019 9:49 AM

Pushing Geometry Boundaries | Pole Machine EN 12

Longer and slacker doesn't even begin to tell the story - but what does it all mean on the trail? We've tested Pole's ultra-long and super-slack Machine to see what its radical geometry translates to in real life, read our review to find out!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2019 1:03 AM

Darren Murphy of PUSH Industries - The Inside Line Podcast 8

Suspension geeks and entrepreneurs get stoked as the origins of PUSH Industries with Darren Murphy are the topic of today's Inside Line.

Posted by sspomer on 7/17/2019 8:09 AM

Vee's New Snap WCE Tire Is Grippy, Tough, and Will Last a Long Time 20

Featuring a soft, 42-durometer compound, an aggressive tread pattern and strong sidewalls, Vee's new tire has proven itself as grippy and as durable as they come.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2019 1:16 AM

Flowduro - Daily Shot 1

A berm with a view.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2019 1:03 PM

Vital Rides the All-New Yeti SB165, Replacement to the SB6 20

It's bigger, badder, and radder in every way. This is the slackest bike in Yeti's lineup with the most travel. It's also tuned for a coil shock. Meet the SB165.

Posted by bturman on 7/15/2019 11:00 PM

Bike of the Day: Commencal Meta AM V4.2 5 20

BC Edition, built to get rowdy.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/18/2019 1:43 AM

Ride Concepts Releases Their Next Evolution of Flat and Clipless Footwear

"Good things take time," says Ride Concepts. Check out what they've been busy creating.

Posted by bturman on 7/16/2019 11:00 AM

Focus - Daily Shot 1

Eyes on the prize.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2019 2:06 PM

Bikes Are Fun

Pivot Cycles team rider Jonny Kielhorn serves up this fun little edit to remind us all that riding bikes is fun. Slope, dirt, freeride, DH - Jonny rips on all of them.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2019 5:51 AM

Bike of the Day: Nukeproof Mega 275 2 7

Looks mega.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/17/2019 3:55 AM

VISION Starring Veronique Sandler - Official Trailer 1

adidas and Five Ten Present VISION, a new female-led freeride mountain bike film. Coming July 30th 2019.

Posted by sspomer on 7/16/2019 12:33 PM

Valentin Anouilh Gaps the 2019 Tour de France 1

We don't care all that much for road biking here at Vital, but every year we do look forward to seeing somebody road gap over the Tour de France peleton and show the Lycra Lads who's boss. This year, Valentin Anouilh does the honors.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2019 1:14 PM

Anthill's New Movie 'Return to Earth' Reviewed 4

Anthill's new MTB movie wants you to slow down, smell the roses, take it all in, live in the moment, enjoy the journey, and Return to Earth. As the movie is released today, we're here to do our little bit to help you along the way.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2019 12:01 AM

The French (Amaury) Revolution in Les Gets 1

The French! The French are coming! Actually, the French have been here quite a while already, and it's gonna take something special to knock them off their throne, apparently. Relive a magical week for Amaury and Commencal from the inside and get ready for more of where that came from as the rest of the season unfolds. Yay racing!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2019 10:33 AM

Sideways - Daily Shot 1

Sideways is the best way.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2019 1:25 PM

Loosefest Wasn't Big Enough Already So They're Back with the XL Edition

"You know what, I think they should make those Loosefest jumps a little bit bigger."
- no one, ever.

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2019 3:11 AM

Bike of the Day: Specialized Demo 8 3 13

The Black Gold edition.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/16/2019 2:41 AM

Richie Rude Goes Freeriding on the Yeti SB165 1

As awesome as it sounds. Watch Richie get his huck on.

Posted by bturman on 7/16/2019 12:13 AM

Product Guide Spotlight: Research, Rate and Review DEITY’s Latest and Greatest

DEITY makes great looking performance upgrades, incuding new 35mm bar and stem options. View key specs, compare, see ratings and more. If you own a DEITY product, leave a review! The Top Reviewer earns a $100 Jenson USA award each month.

Posted by csteen on 7/15/2019 11:38 PM

2019 Red Bull Rampage and Marzocchi Proving Grounds Tickets Go on Sale July 15 6

Go see some of the most impressive freeriding of 2019 in person! Proving Grounds is a new qualifier event for Rampage.

Posted by bturman on 7/15/2019 6:49 AM

Score These Exclusive Vital MTB Throwback Items in Gear Club Box #10

The 80s are calling...

Posted by bturman on 7/14/2019 11:00 PM

Spanish Skies - Daily Shot 1

The clear skies of Spain are perfect for flying in.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/15/2019 10:38 AM

Bike of the Day: Nukeproof Scout 275 2 10

Pretty nasty build!

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/15/2019 4:47 AM

ALL THINGS LES GETS, FRANCE WORLD CUP DH

Downhill mountain bike racing - nothing *trumps* it!

Posted by sspomer on 7/13/2019 7:12 AM

Les Gets 2019 World Cup Race Recap

On an old-school track featuring high-speed grass sections and big jumps, Les Gets delivered one of the most exciting races of the season. Catch all the action and hear from the winners with our quick race recap edit!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/14/2019 5:16 AM

FINAL RESULTS: 🏁 2019 Les Gets World Cup Downhill 5

Feet out, bikes drifting - the limits of speed and traction on a mountain bike reach new heights today in Les Gets, France, leaving us totally speechless.

Posted by sspomer on 7/13/2019 6:51 AM

Bonus Line - Daily Shot 1

Rock n'roll.

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Posted by iceman2058 on 7/14/2019 12:39 PM

Time Travel Future Predictor: Who Will Win the 2020 World Cup Final in Les Gets? 9

If you go 88 mph in a Delorean you can travel to the future and find out who will win next year's World Cup final in Les Gets. Or you can just guess - either way, share!

Posted by iceman2058 on 7/13/2019 1:56 PM

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