To put it bluntly, the Ellsworth Epiphany is little short of magic. Somehow even with five inches of suspension travel, the rear wheel of the Epiphany is virtually glued to the ground no matter what the terrain under you. This 3LUXE “Best Of” choice delivers an extraordinary combination of comfort and performance. Just a quick ride and you’ll understand why Outdoor chose it as a “Gear of the Year” winner. The key to its performance? ICT™ (Instant Center Tracking Technology). It mig... FULL REVIEW

You won’t find this “Best Of” mountain bike out on every trail. That’s because, frankly there aren’t many out there - each Sycip Diesel is handcrafted in Sonoma County, California and each is a single-speed. So it’s just not for everyone. But if it is for you, you have the opportunity to really make it your Sycip Diesel. As the company says on its Web site: “… some of our happy customers have made their pilgrimage to our fabrication Shangri-la and left with a smile on their face, a son... FULL REVIEW

At first glance - or more accurately, at first ride - you might think that the $1800 price tag on this “Best Of” is a mistake. The K2 Apache 5.0 looks, rides and feels like a more expensive bike—a much more expensive bike. The Apache 5.0 features loads of great components like SRAM derailleurs and cassette, Manitou adjustable shocks, Hayes Sole hydraulic disc brakes, Kenda Nevegal tires and Crank Brothers Egg Beater pedals. With four inches of suspension travel, it lets you handle just about any... FULL REVIEW