Category: Shorts

  • Review – POC Motion Air Long Sleeve MTB Jersey and Motion Air MTB Shorts

    POC released the new Motion Air Long Sleeve MTB Jersey and Motion Air MTB Shorts. POC gear (helmets, apparel, eyewear) has always been well-made, well-engineered, and utilizes highly technical materials. The Motion Air lineup is available in men’s and women’s versions, and also includes a Short-Sleeve Jersey and a 3/4-Sleeve jersey. Motion Air Long Sleeve…

  • G-FORM Unveils the X4 Collection

    G-FORM® Unveils the X4 Collection: Complete MTB Protection, Re-Invented New Line Elevates Everyday Mountain Bike Protection with Re-engineered SmartFlex™ Technology for All Riders, All Terrains.  G-Form®, the innovative technology protection brand, today proudly announced the launch of its all-new X4 Collection—a revolutionary full-body protective gear lineup designed for mountain bikers who demand the best in…

  • Curious Creatures Drops New Spring 2025 Apparel

    Curious Creatures, a technical mountain bike apparel brand passionate about exploring the world by bike and creating high-performance, wearable clothing, is launching new apparel and colorways for spring. With the introduction of new styles and expanded offerings, the latest collection continues to provide functional, high-quality apparel that offers something different in the mountain bike space…

  • A Collaboration Rooted In Community: Smith and Wild Rye

    Rooted in Community: Smith x Wild Rye Announce Limited Edition Women’s Cycling Apparel and Protection Collection  Sun Valley, ID (March 5, 2025) – Born in the mountains and influenced by mountain landscapes, cultures, and communities, Smith and Wild Rye are excited to announce their collaborative roots-inspired collection of women’s technical cycling apparel, complemented by co-branded…

  • GOREWEAR Launches Spring 2025 Product Range

    Introducing LUPRA 2.0 GOREWEAR is updating its best-selling Endure Jacket alongside its eponymous pants and shorts to feature a PFAS-free GORE-TEX ePE laminate. The result: the new LUPRA range featuring the LUPRA 2.0 GORE-TEX Jacket, LUPRA GORE-TEX Pant, and LUPRA GORE-TEX Shorts. While the previous Endure lineup will be discontinued in favor of the thinner,…

  • The MTB Lab Best Apparel of 2024

    For ‘The MTB Lab Best Apparel of 2024,’ we choose jerseys from Party Shirt International and Velocio, shorts from Patagonia and Velocio, a jacket from Velocio, bib chamois from Peral iZUMi, insulation from Pearl iZUMi, and finally, socks for Paka. Party Shirt International Stretch-Tech Party Shirts The multifunctional LS Stretch-Tech Party Shirts remain a staple…

  • Review – Gnara Go There Short

    Reviewed/Tested by Kay Levesque GoFly Patented Pee Zipper Technology lets everyone answer nature’s call without removing clothing. What an interesting, unique design! The Gnara Go There Short allows “people to answer nature’s call comfortably, confidently, and safely.” The shorts are designed with two zippers, one for pulling the shorts on and a second, more hidden…

  • zipOns Adult Adaptive Pants

    The warm weather is here, which means most cyclists are spending their days enjoying a ride. According to the latest data, around 299,944 reported nonfatal bicycling injuries in 2021. Some of the most common injuries include broken arms and legs. If you unfortunately experience the latter, you will most likely be in a cast, unable…

  • New and Updated for Mountain Biking from Patagonia

    Here are the latest updates from Patagonia’s Mountain Biking line, which celebrates every part of the ride—from the joy of the descent to the sweat and struggle of the climb. Patagonia’s entire Mountain Biking line is made without perfluorinated chemicals, uses preferred and recycled materials, and continues to be made in Fair Trade Certified factories.…

  • Outdoor Research Freewheel Jersey and Shorts Review

      This year, Outdoor Research launched into the mountain bike category with its new Freewheel MTB Collection, an eight-piece assortment. Many new Freeride pieces are available in inclusive sizing, a category in which Outdoor Research has led the outdoor industry in recent years. We reviewed the Freewheel Long-Sleeve Jersey, Freewheel Short-Sleeve Jersey, and Freewheel Ride Mountain Bike…

  • PEARL iZUMi Spring/Summer 2024 Product Launch

    PEARL iZUMi has released their highly anticipated new SS24 product line, covering mountain, road, gravel, and bikestyle. These products stand at the forefront of the brand’s refresh as they aim to reinvigorate their dominant position in the cycling industry in 2024. With a commitment to inspiring and empowering riders to push their limits, explore new…

  • The MTB Lab Best Apparel of 2023

    The MTB Lab Best Apparel of 2023 includes shorts, bibs, bib tights, shirts, jerseys, jackets, and gloves for warm and cold season: Pearl iZUMi Summit Shell Shorts – Light and airy shorts. Pearl iZUMi Expedition Pro Bib Short – Comfortable bibs with good compression and padding Pearl iZUMi AmFIB Lite Cycling Bib Tights – Cusp…

  • Pearl iZUMi Mountain Bike Gear for Summer Riding

    With bike season in full swing, we wanted to put some stellar MTB apparel from PEARL iZUMi on your radar. These pieces are built with premium materials, thoughtful design features, and unique style. If you have any Summer MTB roundups in the works, we hope you’ll consider checking them out. Summit Shell Shorts It doesn’t…

  • Dig. Ride. Repeat with PEARL iZUMi’s Limited Edition ‘Balance’ Collection

    PEARL iZUMi’s new limited edition collection is inspired by the unsung heroes of mountain biking: the trail-builders. Celebrate earning your turns, self-expression, and finding the perfect balance of creativity and utility with rugged apparel designed for both work and play on the trail. Pulaski Glove  Dig, ride, repeat—this glove is perfect for building jumps, sculpting…

  • Rab Launches Cinder Range for Adventure Biking

    Building on more than 40 years of expertise crafting clothing and equipment for mountain activities, Cinder provides performance and protection over any terrain, in any condition – available to consumers this spring, British outdoor brand Rab (owned by Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd.) will launch its first-ever collection for adventure biking to consumers this spring. The…

  • Leatt MTB 2023 Lineup

    Press Release, November 10th, 2022, Cape Town: Leatt is thrilled to announce the launch of their new 2023 MTB range – their sleekest, most stylish range to date. The new range includes a variety of brand-new helmets and shoes, as well as new women’s apparel and bad weather gear. Enabling you to go beyond in…