The Rolling Revolution: A New Wave of Bicycles and Bike Gear

Used to be, mountain bikes sat on 26-inch tires. These days, behemoths like this rule the trail. Why the inflation? Fat tires offer more contact with slick rocks for better traction, and provide a shallower attack angle against rocks, logs, and anything else that comes in your way. This setup boasts 140 mm of travel in front and a Fox shock to absorb bumps in back.

Backed by a no-questions-asked returns policy, and shipped with an industry-leading setup kit and instructional materials, Canyon’s bikes bring their top technology right to your doorstep. That means you can save a buck, or better yet afford higher-end components. This road bike boasts electronic shifting levers and hydraulic disc brakes.

Gravel bikes represent one of the newest categories of cycling, borrowing a bit from both the road bike and MTB worlds. This setup includes a “kingpin” beneath the seat affixing the rear part of the frame to the forward triangle. The result: just enough flex to soak up bumps without adding the weight of complicated shock setups.

Learning to ride goes meta with this ingenious DIY setup, which turns the customization process into a lesson in frame construction for you to share with your kids. A total of 28 configurations allow the setup to evolve as they do.

With built-in LED headlights and taillights, this helmet helps highlight your moves to drivers nearby. Wireless turn signals are triggered via a handlebar-mounted switch. Better still, slow down and brake lights automatically appear.

Cycling glasses are part shield, part sunblocker. Heading downhill at 40 miles per hour, a bug can feel more like a rock. These are made from carbon fiber woven with nylon for a lightweight, durable profile. They’re just 23 grams in all.

Car carriers that grab your frame can cause damage through the bumps. This aluminum setup features easy-to-apply tire restraints that secure your rims in a moment. What’s more, it includes smart security features for locking everything in place.