Best Cross-Country Bikes Of The Year

Yeti's ASR and Santa Cruz's Blur Trail both offer near-flawless rides on the singletrack and the suspension range to roll bigger features and take harder hits downhill than the pure XC racing bikes of the past.

Best Trail Bikes Of The Year

Ibis' newly revamped Ripley and Pivot's Switchblade are at opposite ends of the trail bike category. We compare the two so you can choose features that define your riding style on the mountain.

Best Enduro Bikes Of The Year

Rocky Mountain's Altitude and Ibis' Ripmo are epic rides for running shuttle laps on repeat as you hunt big air at the bike parks. However, with a few distinct differences in features and ride quality, one may suit your enduro goals a bit more than the other.

Best Electric Mountain Bikes Of The Year

Take charge of your trail rides on Pivot's Shuttle AM or Santa Cruz Heckler SL. The two brands took different design approaches to these e-MTBs, making it easier for you to decide which one is best.