The lowdown on Shimano XTR M9100
Product Guides / Jadyn W. / Feb 14, 2019
Shimano stepped up to the plate with a whopping 10-51T range on the M9100 “Wide Range” cassette. That’s a 510% gearing range, which slightly edges out SRAM Eagle by 10%.
Read MoreWho is: PUSH Industries & the ELEVENSIX
Brand Highlights / Dan Perl / Nov 16, 2018
If you are seeking pro-level suspension performance for your bike, the ELEVENSIX is the perfect piece of turnkey hardware- A no-fuss purpose built shock for your weight, your bike, and your riding style. Unmatched by any mass-produced suspension, if you want the best of the best, the ELEVENSIX is the first choice.
Read MoreEvil Offering - Reviewed
Product Reviews / Jadyn W. / Sep 28, 2018
The lines are once again blurred, as Evil introduces a new big wheeled steed to their lineup. Being a pioneering company of the 29'er revolution, Evil knows a thing or two about making the most of the 29"-wheeled platform.
Read MoreBellingham YMCA Triobike Taxi
Community / Dan Perl / Sep 05, 2018
The Bellingham YMCA's Director of Healthy Living, approached us about helping source a Triobike passenger tricycle from the Danish company, we said "of course!"
Read MoreFreehub Magazine: Pillars of Bellingham
Community / Dan Perl / Sep 05, 2018
Freehub Magazine delves in to what makes these two self starters tick, and showcases their passion for the sport that brings us all together: mountain biking.
Read More2018 Juliana Ride Out
Community / Dan Perl / Aug 07, 2018
These gatherings bring together adventurous women for a day of learning, bonding, food, and of course, mountain biking!
Read More2018 Fanatik Dealer Demo Day - Recap
Community / Dan Perl / Jun 08, 2018
Every year Fanatik Bike Co. has a huge demo day for our customers, where we bring in all our bike brands and demo fleets to showcase the best of what they have to offer and let folks take the bikes out for some ride time.
Read MoreIbis Ripmo: First Ride Impressions
Product Reviews / Brian Chapel / Mar 29, 2018
A genre-defying 29'er, the Ibis Ripmo is part enduro, part all-mountain, and part trail bike. A 160mm of reduced offset fork, 145mm DW-link rear suspension, and a light carbon fiber frame make a bike that rips on both the ups and downs.
Read MoreCane Creek Helm Fork - Reviewed
Product Reviews / Dan Perl / Jan 31, 2018
The Helm is designed to conquer aggressive trail, enduro racing, and anything in between. By isolating each damping and air spring adjustment, the Helm has the ability to be tuned for all typ...
Read MoreBell Super DH - Reviewed
Product Reviews / Dan Perl / Jan 17, 2018
The Super DH is the successor to Bell’s Super 3R. That helmet sought to capitalize on the “enduro” craze by offering a halfshell to which you could affix a chinbar.
Read MoreTransition Sentinel - Reviewed
Product Reviews / Jadyn W. / Jan 08, 2018
Transition’s wildest ride yet Chasing dreams in the woods. Those of you that know me are probably aware of my affection for 29” wheels.
Read MoreIbis Mojo HD4 Review
Product Reviews / Conor Barry / Nov 30, 2017
The folks at Ibis have been hard at work over the last year or so year, releasing four new models. I’ve been lucky enough to throw a leg over the Mojo 3, Ripley LS and the Mojo HD4 this year.
Read MoreEvil Following MB - Reviewed
Product Reviews / Jadyn W. / Aug 23, 2017
The Following MB is improved in many ways, and all-in-all is a more refined bike compared to the V1 Following.
Read MoreIbis Ripley Gen 3 Review
Product Reviews / Brian Chapel / Jul 19, 2017
It’s fun, nimble, climbs like a mountain goat, and has confidence inspiring geometry.
Read MoreIbis Mojo 3 Long Term Review
Product Reviews / Conor Barry / Jul 04, 2017
The Mojo 3 a jack-of-all-trades. It’s a balanced trail bike that does most everything very well.
Read MoreWho Is: ANVL Components
Brand Highlights / Dan Perl / Feb 22, 2017
ANVL is a maker of high quality mountain bike components, based right next door to us here in Bellingham, WA. From carbon and alloy handlebars to titanium railed saddles, they make everything you need to outfit your new enduro shred rig for your next adventure. Here we review their full line up, and talk with them about the future of MTB.
Read MoreFox Transfer Dropper - Midterm Review
Product Reviews / Dan Perl / Dec 20, 2016
The Fox Transfer dropper seat post is the long-awaited update to their reliable but un-sightly D.O.S.S. post, and with it they have succeeded in creating a dropper that checks all the marks, from reliability and durability, to improved ergonomics and aesthetics. With internally and externally routed options, this reasonably priced post should definitely be on your short-list..
Read MoreEvil Calling - Ridden and Reviewed
Product Reviews / Jadyn Welch / Dec 01, 2016
The Calling is a bike that loves to go play in the woods. I found the bike to be right at home on fast, flowy trails with lots of pop.
Read MoreMountain Bike Handlebar Setup
How To / Dan Perl / Nov 18, 2016
Setting up your mountain bike's handlebar and controls is crucial to making it feel comfortable and intuitive to ride. Get all the tips and tricks here.
Read MoreCustom Industry Nine Wheels - All You Need to Know
Product Guides / Jadyn W. / Nov 09, 2016
We take quite a lot of pride in our wheel building program here at Fanatik. We’ve recently partnered with Industry Nine as their exclusive USA wheel building pa...
Read MoreHow to Take MTB Photos that are Less Boring
How To / Conor Barry / Oct 12, 2016
The suggestions and tips in this article will have you returning from your mountain bike adventures with rad photos that you and your friends are sure to be stoked on.
Read MorePUSH ElevenSix Reviewed: First Impressions
Product Reviews / Jadyn W. / Oct 06, 2016
With the knowledge gained over decades of tuning suspension, PUSH went to the drawing board to create the most customizable and tunable rear shock the mountain bike world has seen.
Read MoreIbis Cycles: the Ripley LS and the Mojo 3 Reviewed
Product Reviews / Dan Perl / Sep 13, 2016
The Ibis Ripley LS 29'er and the Mojo 3 27.5+ mountain bikes are both strong contenders in today's trail bike market. Which is right for you?
Read MoreBicycle Theft and How to Avoid It
How To / Dan Perl / Aug 05, 2016
The first line of defense against bike theft is straight up common sense. The majority of these thefts are crimes of opportunity.
Read MoreBasic Mountain Bike Maintenance
How To / Dan Perl / Jul 13, 2016
With the tips that we'll run through in the following video clips, you can rest assured that your bike will run smoothly in between more in-depth maintenance intervals.
Read MoreWhat to do in case of a predatory animal encounter
How To / Dan Perl / Jul 12, 2016
Here in the Pacific Northwest we have had numerous recent reports of predatory animal sightings, from bears to mountain lions.
Read MoreEvil: The Insurgent and The Wreckoning Reviewed
Product Reviews / Dan Perl / Mar 14, 2016
At this point you may be wondering: what does the Wreckoning do that the Insurgent doesn’t? Why might I want one versus the other?
Read MoreHow to Adjust the Geometry on your DELTA Suspension Evil
How To / Dan Perl / Mar 03, 2016
We are here today to discuss one of DELTA’s biggest strengths: adjustable geometry. Or in other words, the ability to transform your Evil from a playful, nimble...
Read MoreRaceface Love Handle Grip Review
Product Reviews / Dan Perl / Sep 15, 2015
It is a highly contoured grip, with the diameter tapering from 30mm in the middle of the grip to a thinner 28mm near the ends, before expanding to the love handles at the edges from which they derive their name.
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