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Listen: The Past, Present, and Future of 29er Mountain Bikes

The history of the 29-inch wheel size, the advantages and disadvantages of 29er wheels compared to other wheel sizes, and the future of long-travel and even downhill 29er bikes.

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29er, 29ers, Bike Reviews, Gear - September 8, 2014

Six 29er Mountain Bikes That Will Put a Grin on Your Grill

Finding the right mountain bike is like searching for that special someone that completes your world. Here are six 29ers you should test ride before getting into a serious mountain bike relationship. Weighing in at about 26lbs, this carbon fiber Niner RIP 9 RDO is just about as close to perfect for an exploring-the-unknown rig as …

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On Review: Niner RIP 9 RDO Specs

The Niner brand has developed a cult-like following amongst their customers that has made many mountain bikers wary of uttering the simple phrase “I don’t like 29ers” for the potential violent lash back and possible broken friendships. The Niner RIP 9 RDO is the third Niner I’ve ridden and the second that I’ve spent serious time …

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News: Cannondale Announces New 2015 Trigger 27.5 and Trigger 29

In addition to completely redesigning the Jekyll, Cannondale also recently announced the brand-new Trigger 27.5 and Trigger 29 at their global launch in Spain. Trigger 27.5 The Trigger 27.5, simply referred to as “Trigger” in the Cannondale marketing materials, is essentially the all-new Jekyll’s little brother. With (you guessed it) 27.5″/650b wheels and 150/85mm of …

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Review: Mongoose Salvo Expert 29er

The Mongoose brand has achieved a sort of mixed infamy in the mountain bike world. With a long and storied history of bike production, Mongoose now produces two distinct lines of mountain bikes: those that you might purchase at Walmart or Target, and those that you might find reviewed here on Singletracks. These budget-friendly steeds …

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