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$1,099.99 - $1,719.99 $1,719.99 Up to 36% Off
Take to the trail with a new level of confidence. With its grippy plus-sized tires and smooth-riding suspension, Stance gobbles up rocks, roots, and ruts so you get maximum traction and control on rough, technical terrain. Built with a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frameset and our innovative FlexPoint rear suspension, Stance is the perfect way to improve your trail-riding game. Its 27.5+ wheel and tire compatibility give it a plush ride quality that soaks up bumps and adds more traction and stability. Combined with 120mm of smooth suspension travel front and rear, it’s a confident ride that will have you nailing new lines. Plus-sized compatible - 27.5+ wheel and tire compatibility gives you added confidence and control on the trail. Proven suspension setup - FlexPoint rear suspension offers 120mm of travel (plus 120mm fork up front) for smooth-riding confidence on climbs and descents. High-quality aluminum frame - The lightweight, stiff, and durable ALUXX aluminum is hand-built and engineered in-house by the world leader in alloy bicycle technology.
$1,599.99 - $2,349.99 $2,349.99 Up to 32% Off
Riding a bike is fun, and having fun on the trail was at the front of our minds when creating the Rift Zone 27.5. Built around our MultiTrac suspension system, the Rift Zone 27.5 is our most playful and fun short travel suspension trail bike to date. Entry level through to high-performance spec, everyone can fall in love with mountain biking over and over again with the Rift Zone 27.5.
$1,799.99 - $2,299.99 $2,579.99 - $2,699.99 Up to 33% Off
Chunky rock gardens, gnarly roots and steep, technical climbs. The all-new Trance X 29 is for those who consider the hardest section of trail their favorite part of the ride. With longer suspension travel and adjustable geometry, this aluminum trail slayer delivers hard-charging singletrack fun. Engineered to help you ride faster and smoother on the toughest trails, this all-new 29er has a lightweight, strong and stiff aluminum chassis with 29er-specific geometry and a plush ride thanks to its advanced new suspension setup. Longer travel Maestro suspension delivers 135mm of active rear travel that pairs perfectly with a 150mm fork. The Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm has a flip-chip that allows you to adjust frame geometry and tailor the bike’s handling to your riding style and terrain. Choose steeper or slacker headtube/seattube angles and either a 30mm or 40mm bottom bracket drop to adjust the handling for your riding style and terrain. It’s all built around 29-inch wheels and lots of clearance (up to 2.5-inch tires) for maximum control on rugged trails. 29er confidence and control 29-inch wheels roll over rough terrain with balance and stability, giving you more momentum for technical climbs and the confidence to fly on fast, rugged singletrack descents. Added clearance for up to 2.5-inch tires. Progressive suspension New Maestro rear suspension features a trunnion mount shock with a longer stroke and smoother feel. With 135mm of full rear-wheel travel (and 150mm up front), it features a two-position adjustable Advanced Forged Composite flip-chip equipped upper rocker arm for increased stiffness and strength plus lower overall frame weight. Adjustable frame geometry Lightweight ALUXX-SL frameset features adjustable geometry that offers 66.2 or 65.5-degree headtube and 77.9 or 77.2-degree seattube angles, resulting in 30mm or 40mm bottom bracket drop options for aggressive trail configurations.
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The Pine Mountain is a classic steel hardtail with modern trail capabilities for hardtail purists pushing the limits and seeking adventure. STEEL IS REAL The Pine Mountain 1 uses a butted and formed Series 2 4130 CrMo frame with Boost 141mm dropouts, full fender and rack mounts, and tons of bosses for a wide variety of gear mounting options. BIKEPACKING ABILITIES The Pine Mountain features brazed-in cargo attachment points throughout the front triangle for carrying all of the water and gear one needs for a proper adventure. The new Bedroll Bar features a 50mm rise and a long, straight top bar for cleanly mounting handlebar packs away from cables and controls, and also mounting lights, phones, cycle computers, or whatever else catches your fancy. TRAIL GEOMETRY The Pine Mountain Trail Geometry is a mix of agility for trail riding and all-day comfort for bikepacking. Short chainstays keep a shorter wheelbase for that active ride, while a 66.5-degree head angle makes for confident steering with or without the weight of gear. TUBELESS READY 29" Tubeless-ready 32mm internal dimension rims and 2.6” tires give the Pine Mountain a comfortable ride with huge traction and ability to roll up and over large obstacles, while still being light enough to pedal and fast enough to rip single track.
$1,399.99 $2,099.99 33% Off
The 257 AL ONE is your all-new urban bike of choice. With its clean looks, exacting attention to detail and functional integration, this is your partner in crime for daily rides. Its Premium Aluminum frame is light, versatile and powder coated for durability. Integrated StVZO certified lights, premium fenders and the reliable Shimano Alfine 8 groupset with belt-drive gives you that joyful elegant feeling of velocity and safety.
$1,299.99 $1,899.99 32% Off
With its clean looks, exacting attention to detail and functional integration, the 257 AL TWO ST is your partner in crime for urban rides. Its Premium Aluminum frame is light, versatile and powder coated for durability. Integrated StVZO certified lights, premium fenders and the intuitive SRAM Apex 1 single chainring groupset gives you that joyful elegant feeling of velocity and safety.
$1,999.99 - $2,499.99 $2,999.99 Up to 33% Off
Riding a bike is fun, and having fun on the trail was at the front of our minds when creating the Rift Zone 27.5. Built around our MultiTrac suspension system, the Rift Zone 27.5 is our most playful and fun short travel suspension trail bike to date. Entry level through to high-performance spec, everyone can fall in love with mountain biking over and over again with the Rift Zone 27.5.
$1,999.99 $2,589.99 23% Off
Modern XC races look like a fast day on the local singletrack, requiring a light and capable bike that can maintain speed and control on every part of the trail, up or down. The Team Marin blends the confidence and fun of a trail bike with a lightweight frame and parts that help you keep the speed up and the fun meter maxed. Series 4 Aluminum Frame The Team Marin features Series 4 aluminum frames, with advanced tube forming for minimal weight, 3D forged dropouts, flat-mount disc tabs, full internal cable routing, and a boost 148mm thru axle. Internal Dropper Post Routing The Team Marin frame includes internal routing in the front triangle for a clean, fast appearance, and allowing for Team Marin 1 owners to upgrade to an internal dropper post if they desire. Bridgeless Fastback Seatstays Slim fastback seatstays, without the bridge, give great tire clearance, as well as adding vertical compliance for long-ride comfort without sacrificing power transfer. 29" Wheels And 2.35" Tires For Maximum Speed 29" wheels and 2.35" XC tires ensure maximum grip and float over obstacles to maintain speed so you can pick up those personal records and keep ahead of the pack. - Superlight aluminum frame - Fox 34 StepCast 120mm fork - Shimano SLX 1x12 drivetrain - TRP G-Spec FMR hydraulic disc brakes - TranzX dropper post
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When you think of the perfect mountain bike, what comes to mind? For us, it's the all new Spark 970. Why, you ask? Well, beyond the fact that it is fast, lightweight and ultra capable on all sorts of terrain, it's just damned good lookin'. Short-travel trail bike? "Downcountry" rig? Occasional race bike? Whatever, call it what you want to call it. All we know is that this is one hell of a mountain bike. KEY FEATURES - Spark Alloy SL Frame - RockShox Judy 130mm Fork - X-Fusion Nude 5, 120mm, TwinLoc - SRAM NX-SX Eagle 12 Speed - Shimano Disc Brakes - Syncros X-30SE TR Rims - Schwalbe Wicked Will Tires - Syncros Dropper Post and Parts
$1,499.99 $1,779.99 16% Off
The Nicasio is for the rider looking for something different and modern, yet with traditional steel construction. Classic lines and CrMo frame tubes have the soul of a classic bike, with the geometry and tire clearance to let riders handle any surface. Beyond Road geometry Beyond Road Geometry offers a blend of endurance road handling with enhanced stability for off pavement use. Steel Frame Construction The Nicasio uses a Series 2 or Series 1 butted 4130 CrMo frame with disc brakes, full fender and rack mounts, and two to three bottle bosses. Disc Brakes Disc brakes provide smooth, controlled stopping in all conditions with minimal maintenance. Tire Clearance The Nicasio frame and fork has clearance for up to 700c x 35mm or 650B x 47mm tires.
$1,999.99 $2,899.99 31% Off
URS AL has chameleon-like capabilities to adapt and thrive in diverse surroundings. Maintaining the URS family's handling characteristics, whilst offering even greater practicality through additional cargo mounts and dropper post compatibility, this aluminium gravel bike is ready for adventure. Specced with the SRAM Apex 1x11 drivetrain with an 11-42 cassette, hydraulic disc brakes and 45 mm WTB tires, this build isn't afraid to tackle diverse terrain.
$1,799.99 $2,299.99 22% Off
The Twostroke 01 is a progressive, compliant and confidence-inspiring fast hardtail. Its TCC-designed carbon frame has radical geometry for steep and loose terrain, wide tire clearance, integrated fork stopper and frame protection, plus internal cabling and provision for a dropper post. A RockShox Judy TK R fork, alloy bar, 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain with MT200 brakes and SHL280S wheels equip this introduction to the carbon Twostroke.
$1,399.99 $1,799.99 22% Off
Twostroke AL emulates the Twostroke 01's performance in a refined Smoothweld Premium Aluminum frame. Inspired by the Fourstroke and a fighter jet, it offers the perfect blend of performance, functionality and aesthetics, with radical geometry, wide tire clearance and integrated protection to combat technical terrain. SRAM NX and SX Eagle drivetrain with SRAM Level T brakes, XCD23 wheels and RockShox Judy Silver fork make a well-rounded package.
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With its classy looks, exacting attention to detail and practical integration, the Alpenchallenge AL could only be a BMC. Its sporty, endurance-inspired, smooth welded, Premium Aluminium frame and fork have fender mounts, and the internally cabled frame is powder coated for durability. Shimano’s wide ratio 12-speed Deore drivetrain is paired with an FSA Vero Pro crankset and Shimano MT200 disc brakes, and the wheels are PFR300, with Vittoria Randonneur - 37mm tires.
$1,999.99 - $2,500.00 $2,374.99 - $2,999.99 Up to 33% Off
Float through rock gardens, hit the jumps, and find the faster line. With quick-handling 27.5 wheels and adjustable frame geometry, this lively trail bike is a party on wheels. Built for those who favor the responsive, agile handling of 27.5 wheels, this trail ripper features flip chip that lets you adjust the frame geometry for riding style and terrain. You can choose a steeper or slacker headtube angle and either a 20mm or 30mm bottom bracket drop. The ALUXX SL aluminum frame is fitted with updated Maestro rear suspension featuring 145mm of smooth, active rear travel. A trunnion-mount shock and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm help soak up bumps, giving you traction and control to float through rocks, roots and ruts. Confidence is further bolstered by a 160mm travel suspension fork up front.
$1,999.99 $3,399.99 41% Off
When you think of the perfect mountain bike, what comes to mind? For us, it's the all new Spark 960. Why, you ask? Well, beyond the fact that it is fast, lightweight and ultra capable on all sorts of terrain, it's just damned good lookin'. Short-travel trail bike? "Downcountry" rig? Occasional race bike? Whatever, call it what you want to call it. All we know is that this is one hell of a mountain bike. KEY FEATURES - Spark Alloy SL Frame - RockShox Judy 130mm Fork - X-Fusion Nude 5, 120mm, TwinLoc - Shimano XT-Deore 12 Speed - Shimano Disc Brakes - Syncros X-30SE TR Rims - Schwalbe Wicked Will Tires - Syncros Dropper Post and Parts
$1,499.99 - $2,049.99 $1,799.99 - $2,049.99 Up to 27% Off
When the road turns bad, this bike gets really good. You’re lost. And that’s a good thing because the Diamondback Haanjo 5 is a gravel bike designed to help you get off the beaten track. That’s why we built it around our trustworthy 6061 alloy frame and carbon fork with thru axles front and rear. The path off road is rarely flat and smooth. Accordingly, we outfitted this beast with plenty of gears as well as HED Tomcat wheels shod with grippy WTB Riddler 700x37c tires. Finally, we've updated this ride to include Shimano GRX600 2x11 shifters, giving you more control when you need it. Looking for your next great adventure? When the road turns bad, this bike gets really good. - Fully Butted 6061-T6 Alloy frame w/ Endurance Geometry and 12mm thru axle-rear is reliable, rugged, and comfortable - DB Gravel Performance full-monocoque carbon fork w/ 12mm thru-axle for smooth and precise handling - HED Tomcat Disc wheelset rolls quick and takes a pounding - 700x37c WTB Riddler tires provide loads of traction and control in loose conditions - Shimano BR-RX400 Flat Mount Hydraulic Disc brakes offer plenty of stopping power - Clean every climb with the Shimano GRX810 11 speed rear derailleur
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With its clean looks, exacting attention to detail and functional integration, the 257 AL TWO is your partner in crime for urban rides. Its Premium Aluminum frame is light, versatile and powder coated for durability. Integrated StVZO certified lights, premium fenders and the intuitive SRAM Apex 1 single chainring groupset gives you that joyful elegant feeling of velocity and safety.
$1,999.99 $2,499.99 20% Off
The Gazelle Medeo T9 City is our active electric bike that takes you everywhere. Specced with the reliable and quiet Bosch Active Line motor and 9-speed external derailleur, every hill will feel as flat as Holland. Powerful front and rear lighting plus a sturdy rear rack will inspire riders to swap their car for this bike for both day and nighttime trips. Enjoy every mile of the ride thanks to a roomy low-step frame, comfortable geometry, and wide tires. The Medeo City is a great value and perfect introduction to e-bike life.
$1,950.00 $2,599.99 25% Off
If fast and flowy trails are calling your name, the Pique 29 is begging to come along. This cross-country bike climbs and descends with confidence-inspiring stability and speed. Durable The sturdy ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum frame is tough and dependable for your most epic adventures. Capable 29-inch wheels easily roll over small obstacles, while 100mm of Maestro suspension – tuned for women, by women – help absorb rougher trail. Stable An integrated dropper seatpost and clearance for up to 2.4-inch tires means you can confidently ride moderately technical terrain.
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Built with Shimano's gravel-specific GRX components with a 2x drivetrain and gearing designed for tackling whatever terrain you encounter. HEAD FOR THE HORIZON The BROAM | 40 delivers a great spec, dynamic riding characteristics, and versatility at a great price. If you need a bike capable of supporting numerous adventures and ready for racks, fenders, and bags, the BROAM is yours. It's a bike that can go the distance with bikepacking or long overland rides and is at-ease on paved as well as gravel roads for all levels of riders. QUALITY COMPONENTS FOR THE LONG-HAUL Shimano's GRX components offer the shifting performance and quality for which Shimano is known. With a wide-range 2x crankset and a capable rear cassette, you'll be able to tackle the most undulating terrain across all of your cycling adventures. STOPPING POWER AND PERFORMANCE Disc brakes and tires have been selected with ease-of-use and versatility in-mind. No matter the weather conditions, disc brakes perform. The 700x40mm Maxxis tires provide stability and rideability that'll keep your riding adventures going. VERSATILITY AND CAPABILITIES Go where the road or path takes you with the capable BROAM aluminum frame and carbon fork. With various mounting points for bags, fenders, and racks, the BROAM is great as an everyday commuter or kitted out for a long-distance adventure.
$1,175.00 $1,449.99 19% Off
HAMMER UP CLIMBS, ACCELERATE ON SMOOTH SINGLETRACK, CARRY YOUR SPEED AS THE TRAIL DIPS AND DIVES. THIS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM 29ER COMBINES EFFICIENCY AND BALANCED CONTROL, JUST THE RIGHT COMBINATION FOR XC PERFORMANCE. With a frameset that’s engineered using ALUXX SLR, our highest-grade aluminum, this superlight and agile 29er delivers speed and efficiency for XC riders and racers. Designed to ride with a 100mm suspension fork, it's a race-bred climber with quick acceleration. The 29er-specific frame geometry offers an ideal balance of stability and maneuverability on all types of XC terrain. Boost hub spacing gives you added tire clearance and wheel stiffness, and a new Giant WheelSystem with tubeless tires delivers a smoother, more efficient ride plus a reduced risk of flats. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Lightweight acceleration The lightest aluminum hardtail mountain bike frameset Giant has ever produced helps XC riders and racers climb and accelerate with speed. Unyielding efficiency With a best-in-class stiffness-to-weight-ratio, the all-new XtC SLR 29 sets the new standard for alloy-XC efficiency. 29er confidence and control Larger 29-inch diameter wheels roll over rough terrain with balance and stability, giving you momentum on technical climbs and confidence on fast singletrack descents. Can fit up to a 2.4-inch rear tire.
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Developed in conjunction with freeride legend Matt Jones and taking its name from the most rough and tumble piece of Marin County, the San Quentin collection lives up to the notoriety of the namesake maximum security California State Prison. Blending the strength an style of our Alcatraz dirt jump frame with the natural trail savvy of the best hardtails, the San Quentin family of aggressive trail hardtails is the perfect mash-up for the modern trail rider. TWO FRAME SIZES Newly updated for 2022, the Alcatraz is now offered in either short (385mm reach) or long (430mm reach) to better fit a wider range of riders. FUN, STRONG, AWESOME Usually in life you can't get everything you need, but with the Alcatraz dirt jumper you can – a fun, burly bike that will let you explore what is possible with two wheels. IF MATT JONES SAYS IT'S GOOD... What better way to know a product will perform than having it proven on the FMB World Tour by Matt Jones? Check out the Red Bull-produced "Frames of Mind" to see the Alcatraz proving its mettle. ONE-STOP SHOPPING With the Alcatraz, you no longer need to scour the classifieds for a set of cranks and a single speed rear wheel — we took all of the frustration out of picking the correct parts to make sure you have the best bike right out of the box.
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The SCOTT Speedster 30 is a light, agile, and cost-efficient alloy road bike. With fully integrated cables, not only will this bike ride well, but it will most definitely look the part! KEY FEATURES - Speedster Disc Alloy Frame - Speedster Disc Carbon Fork - Shimano Sora, 18-speed - Syncros Race 24 Disc Rims - Schwalbe Lugano Tires
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Farther, faster, better. The VR is dialed for your local group ride, a tough granfondo, and the epic solo effort. With an endurance geometry, wide gear range, and extra tire clearance, you can get off of the beaten path and tackle new adventures. Using decades of frame building and carbon fiber innovation, our engineers meticulously crafted the VR from the ground up with the most refined geometry and materials selection, pairing comfort with performance on this versatile platform. ULTRA-CAPABLE A platform ready for hard group rides, varied surfaces, and long-haul adventures. The key to the VR's meticulously tuned level of performance is our decades-long dedication to pushing the limits of carbon fiber construction and design. The VR results from a "form following function" design, with every element of the frame precisely configured to achieve the most sublime ride quality. The best aluminum endurance bike we've ever created. Features a carbon fork to mitigate road chatter. Compatible with rack and fenders for amazing versatility.
$1,279.99 $1,599.99 20% Off
Our renowned Stinson comfort bike, now with a boost. The Stinson E takes all the beloved features of the standard model, but is delivered with a smooth and powerful 250W rear hub motor to transform the fun and stylish bike into an amazing experience for everything from bike path cruising to daily commuting. Technology - Series 1 Aluminum Frame The Stinson E features a Series 1 6061 aluminum frame with exceptionally low standover, disc brake mounts, and rack and fender eyelets, and high-volume 27.5" wheels. Stinson ST models further lower the standover height with a step-through frame design. - 250w Rear Hub Motor The Stinson E's rear hub motor puts the power into the rear wheel, transforming your fun and stylish bike into an amazing experience for everything from bike path cruising to daily commuting. - 309 Watt-Hour Rack Mounted Battery Enough battery to tackle a couple of hours in the saddle, and still light and easy to carry with you to charge. - LCD Display With Bluetooth The LCD display on the handlebars has on/off and mode change buttons and clearly displays your current speed and range of the battery for easy reference. Bluetooth connectivity allows connection to the rider app, as well as effortless firmware updates. - Torque Sensing Design The Stinson E's power is proportional to your pedaling input. As you pedal the bike it senses your power input and delivers the right amount of power in response. Want a fast and zippy ride, or tackle a big hill? Put it in level 3 and put some power down. Want to cruise? Put it in level 1 and spin away.
$1,399.99 $2,099.99 33% Off
The 257 AL ONE ST is your all-new urban bike of choice. With its clean looks, exacting attention to detail and functional integration, this is your partner in crime for daily rides. Its Premium Aluminum frame is light, versatile and powder coated for durability. Integrated StVZO certified lights, premium fenders and the reliable Shimano Alfine 8 groupset with belt-drive gives you that joyful elegant feeling of velocity and safety.
$1,299.99 $1,899.99 32% Off
With its classy looks, exacting attention to detail and practical integration, the Alpenchallenge AL could only be a BMC. Its sporty, endurance-inspired, smooth welded, Premium Aluminum frame and fork have fender mounts, and the internally cabled frame is powder coated for durability. Its mechanical 12-speed SRAM Eagle drivetrain is geared to take you everywhere, Magura's MT4 disc brakes moderate your speed, and it rolls on an SR500 wheelset with 37mm Pirelli Cycl-e GT tires.
$1,999.99 $2,899.99 31% Off
With its classy looks, exacting attention to detail and practical integration, the Alpenchallenge AL could only be a BMC. Its sporty, endurance-inspired, smooth welded, powder coated Premium Aluminium frame is paired with a carbon fork with fender and cargo mounts, and internal hub dynamo routing. An adventurous component specification has a 12-speed SRAM Eagle AXS drivetrain with ultra-wide gear ratios, TEKTRO HD-EU818 disc brakes, SR500 wheelset, and Vittoria Randonneur - 37mm tires. - SRAM GX Eagle AXS Drivetrain - Carbon Fork - TEKTRO HD-EU818 Brakes
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Some roads are smooth, others are rough. This smooth-riding all-rounder handles it all, taking you from the main route to more adventurous options with confidence and control. Contend AR combines a smooth, responsive ride quality with an ability to handle adventurous new routes. Disc-brake integration and generous tire clearance (up to 38mm) put you in control, even on rough roads. A D-Fuse composite seatpost dampens road vibrations, giving you a smoother, more enjoyable ride experience. This is a true all-rounder for road riders who have a thirst for adventure.