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The Crazy & Cool Wrap-Up from Sea Otter (video)

It was an incredible week of checking out the coolest mountain bikes, components and riding gear at the 2019 Sea Otter Classic. The cycling festival has become one of the largest biking events in the USA and it sure shows with all the new technology being shown off. Enjoy our final installment fr...

Posted by sspomer on 4/17/2019 5:56 PM

DMR Bolt (bike check)

Posted by Yoba_Rider on 2/9/2019 8:02 PM

Aaron Gwin's Size XL Intense M29 with Kenda Tires - Intense Factory Racing 2019 Unveiled (feature story)

Posted by sspomer on 1/23/2019 12:00 AM

Kenda Regolith Tire (product)

Morpheus v slope cotton candy or bubble gum (bike check)

Posted by 1morebike on 11/9/2018 12:06 AM

EWS Racebike - Commencal Meta V4.2 (bike check)

Posted by Marco Fleissner on 10/2/2018 4:16 AM

Starling Swoop Mk4 -18 (bike check)

Posted by xviggenx on 9/29/2018 10:37 AM

WORLD CHAMPS BIKES - Mick & Tracey Hannah's Polygons (photo album)

Posted by sspomer on 9/5/2018 2:38 PM

The New Regolith Pro and Added Tire Sizes from Kenda - Eurobike 2018 (feature story)

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

Ridgeback 27.5 Prototype (bike check)

Posted by Foes Racing on 6/21/2018 1:44 PM

NS Bikes Surge EVO + Rock Shox Lyrik RCT3 (bike check)

Posted by Banan on 5/14/2018 2:19 AM

Kenda's AGC and ATC Tire Casings Explained - Sea Otter Classic (feature story)

Posted by bturman on 4/28/2018 11:14 AM

Polygon Xquare One EX9 Custom (bike check)

Posted by Brentasaurus15474 on 4/24/2018 1:55 PM

What Do Riders Think? 10 Tires Reviewed by Vital MTB Members (feature story)

Posted by bturman on 4/16/2018 7:24 PM

The Good:

These tires are PERFECT for a 26' dirt jumper because they are good for dirt jumps, bmx, and pump track. The tires wear well. They are also super light and provide unbelievable traction.

The Bad:

The only bad thing I can stay about they tires is that they cake up with mud but that's why they are considered dry condition tires.

Overall Review: Overall these tires are great! They are great for all types of riding, last a long time, good grip, and are very light weight. I completely recommend you buying these tires!

Posted by _Dixie_Owens_ on 4/12/2018 8:33 PM

The Good:

If you're looking for a lightweight fast rolling tire this is it!

The Bad:

This is a great tire for hard pact conditions but that also means there are better options for loose and wet conditions.

Overall Review: I would highly recommend this tire to anyone that is looking for a lightweight fast rolling tire. I use it mainly for dirtjumping, pumptrack, and slopestyle and have been more than happy with the way it performs.

Posted by AndrewTaylor on 4/12/2018 11:39 AM

The Good:

FAST! and still is a good mtb tire

The Bad:

Would love to see this in a 2.0

Overall Review: I love this tire for short track racing. It is the perfect balance between fast rolling on hard pack/ gravel roads and grip for varied singletrack/ hairpin turns.  It also excels on non-technical single track and is efficient for mtb touring.

Posted by emmamaaranen on 4/12/2018 11:22 AM

The Good:

Grip, versatility, durability

The Bad:

Overkill for pavement

Overall Review: This tire excels on gravel grinders and cx courses; especially those with loose corners and muddy climbs. I used to switch tires for these two pursuits, which was a pain,  Riding the Happy Medium, I don't feel there is any compromise for the two disciplines.  Not being nervous about my...

Posted by emmamaaranen on 4/12/2018 11:11 AM

The Good:

Awesome tire for riding in muddy conditions. Choose the 1.9 version for thick mud you need to cut through and the 2.2 version for more grip in lighter muddy conditions.

The Bad:

The trade off for the grip in muddy conditions is a bit of added rolling resistance compared to other dry condition tires.

Overall Review: Really awesome tire for muddy conditions. Large knob widely spaced with great mud-shedding performance. Highly recommend for wet and muddy conditions.

Posted by lespy34 on 4/12/2018 9:10 AM

The Good:

This is a fast rolling racing tire that performs very well in dry conditions. It has very aggressive side knobs that perform very well in corners.

The Bad:

Slippery in wet conditions but this tire is not intended for those conditions.

Overall Review: This is my go to tire for dry XC race courses. I usually run the KSCT casing and have had very good history with flat protection. I have raced this tire on dry, rough race courses with very good performance. I have also raced a single set of these tires in 29x2.2 with KSCT casing in the 800+ KM ...

Posted by lespy34 on 4/12/2018 9:03 AM

The Good:

The Kenda Small Block 8 is a great all-condition tire for wet and dry conditions on dirt, gravel, rocks and roots. With 8 small treads across the width of the tire there is always good contact with the terrain. The tire compound is tough and these tires last a long time.

The Bad:

In extreme wet or loose conditions this tire would not be the best choice.

Overall Review: The Kenda Small Block 8 is a great tire for most conditions as long as are you are not riding in extreme mud or extremely loose terrain. It performs well over roots and rocks with good traction thanks to the 8 small knobs across the width of the tire. It is available with a TR and KSCT casing an...

Posted by lespy34 on 4/12/2018 8:47 AM

The Good:

Lightweight, grippy, durable

The Bad:

Not available in 27.5

Overall Review: My favorite Kenda tire. I would love to ride this tire on my 27.5 bike. I have raced this tire through multiple stages races and it’s never failed me.

Posted by vbarclay on 4/10/2018 5:42 PM

The Good:

Great in all terrain

The Bad:

small amount of rolling resistance

Overall Review: I run Karma's front and back. I like a little more grip and I have no slips with them. They grip and corner perfect. They are an impressive all around XC tire. I never have to changes tires for new terrain. They make riding easy ;)

Posted by jreiswig on 4/10/2018 8:46 AM

The Good:

Great traction in all sorts of conditions. Grips well, corners well.

The Bad:

Adds a little bit of rolling resistance.

Overall Review: Front and rear is a decent option if you need grip. Definitely a great front tire for hooking up to a variety of terrain -- both soft and hard pack. These corner well and are a great all around go-to tire.

Posted by Wilhelmina_Zuckerman on 4/9/2018 9:44 PM

The Good:

Versatile tire, long lasting, fast rolling compound

The Bad:

Doesn't come in 27.5"

Overall Review: This tire is soooo good! I have used it consistently over the last season. It especially works well on my loose hometown trails in Idyllwild, CA but I have also used it all over the country for racing. I like the high profile side knobs as well as the fact that they are "race weight" yet still d...

Posted by NikkiPeterson_KSKenda_Women on 4/9/2018 2:11 PM

The Good:

Fast rolling, good traction

The Bad:

waiting for the 2.6" to come out

Overall Review: Great for hardpack dirt. This is one of my most used tires.  Can't wait for the 2.6" version to be released!

Posted by porkchop392123456789 on 4/9/2018 1:30 PM

The Good:

Grippy, relatively fast-rolling, consistent, sheds dirt easily

The Bad:

Can't wait for the folding version!

Overall Review: The Hellkats are an amazing DH option: Fast, consistent grip; eats up loose or wet conditions and sheds dirt efficiently and easily, easy to mount tubeless with our without a compressor. Can't wait for a lighter folding trail version to come out- they'll be here soon.

Posted by yakattack on 4/9/2018 1:19 PM

The Good:

Super compliant rubber and awesome tread pattern

The Bad:

Nothing in my book

Overall Review: The rubber is really sticky and great for wet/muddy conditions. Best part is it doesn't wear out after one ride. Tread pattern is great for gripping wet roots and rocks and digging into muddy terrain.  Two thumbs up! 

Posted by porkchop392123456789 on 4/9/2018 12:49 PM

The Good:

Soft, sticky knobs which grip great in the wet and loose

The Bad:

Honey Badger is jealous

Overall Review: HellKat's are a soft compound tire with large side knobs, and great braking abilities. Lots of traction in the corners and steeps. Perfect rubber if you ride wet or loose trails on the reg! The wire bead set up tubeless is my go-to on DH and trail bikes

Posted by reecewallace on 4/9/2018 11:26 AM

Saracen MYST X Carbon (bike check)

Posted by NonR on 3/2/2018 10:05 AM