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Riding High - Aaron Rolph

With each tiny step, I gasp perilously for oxygen in the thin, frigid air and laugh to myself, “What the hell am I doing here?”

Manson Clinches National Title on Crankbrothers Prototype Carbon Wheels
Magnus was onboard a pair of our prototype carbon wheels for the race and we’re thrilled to see them be a part of such an impressive victory. After hours of meticulous lab testing, a product’s real test comes on the race track, and we couldn't be happier with the results. 
EWS #5: The streak continues!
An Italian hillside full of perceived obstacles provided no halt to a season of absolute dominance.
Cleats: CUSTOMIZE YOUR FLOAT & RELEASE ANGLE
Choose our new Easy Release cleats with a forgiving 10° release, or our Standard Release cleats with 15° release optimized for intermediate to advanced riders.
UCI DH #5: Vergier clinches first win!
With big jumps and an endless array of steep and twisty turns, the Vallnord racetrack is a rider favorite year after year.
UCI DH #4: Seagrave steals it!
Already deep in the history books of mountain bike racing, Val Di Sole once again delivered an electrifying final.
EWS #4: Maes fights to the end!
The Enduro World Series continues to outdo itself; this weekend providing steep challenging trails that culminated in a final stage duel between a veteran and a phenom.
The Syndicate head to Scotland!
It's a new episode with new puzzlers in the land of Fort William. Santa Cruz's head of Engineering Nick Anderson drops some knowledge about taking the 29er V10 to 11 with the new frame, Loris and Luca turn the ting-ting-ting into buttery smooth whhhhhssshhh in testing, Jordi turns over a new leaf, everyone shreds mini-motos in the UK, and then it all comes down to race day. Watch to the end for a sneak peek of Loris' new race kit. You won't regret it.
PHOTO EPIC: Crankworx Innsbruck
As the World Cup season takes a quick intermission, Crankworx steps in to offer an array of two wheeled activity for those rides looking for more time between the tape.
PHOTO EPIC: DH World Cup #3 Leogang
Bike racing brings the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Leogang was no different.
ESSENTIALS: Leogang
Just a few facts to impress your friends with ahead of this weekend's DH World Cup in Leogang, Austria.
PHOTO EPIC: DH WC #2 FORT WILLIAM
The unforgiving mountain of Aonach Mòr gives preference to no man. A true test of ability; riders are forced to put themselves on the line for a taste of victory.
Vote & Win! Stamp 7 MacAskill Edition
We're excited to announce the upcoming release of our Stamp 7 Danny MacAskill Edition pedal! But first, we need your help. With Danny's input we've narrowed down our favorite designs to these last three options and now we want you to vote on your favorite. So, which color do you want to see Danny riding in the coming months?
PHOTO EPIC: EWS #3

With a month off after the opening swing of the Enduro World Series, would there be a changing of the guard or would the paths of dominance continue?

Behind the scenes: Fabio Wibmer's Fabiolous Escape 2

Wondering just how Fabio Wibmer pulled off the lines in his crazy new edit, Fabiolous Escape 2?! Sit back and enjoy this behind the scenes edit that reveals all. 

RACE PACE: Jesse Melamed races Pemberton Enduro
Ever wondered how fast the top EWS racers really go? Sit back and watch as Jesse Melamed captures the win at a local Enduro race.
Behind the Scenes: Danny MacAskill's Home of Trails
84 meters, 14 stitches, and 6 flats… Shooting “Home of Trails” was a challenge for both man and machine, but it was a hell of a lot of fun as well. Take a peek behind the curtain with this behind the scenes edit and see how the Cut Media team worked with Danny MacAskill and Claudio Caluori in the Swiss Alps. 
Santa Cruz Syndicate Kicks Off World Cup Campaign!
Dinoshaw lurking, Jordi eyerolling, Greg puzzling, and Loris beatboxing until his suspension feels just right. Sit down with a cup of coffee (or tea, or beer), and clear out the offseason with the Santa Cruz Syndicate. Things kick off in Windrock with some FOX testing, a Pro GRT race, and a side by side of mud pies, before heading over to Croatia for the first World Cup of the season on a track so rocky Steve Peat's content to leave it to the youngsters.
Fabio Wibmer - Fabiolous Escape 2
Since joining YouTube in 2008, the edits of Austrian trial and mountain bike star Fabio Wibmer have accumulated over 125 million views. As just recently the number of his subscribers closed in on the mark of 1 million, it was clear to Fabio that he wanted to do something big to celebrate this milestone with his followers. The result is Fabiolous Escape 2.
Mallet DH SuperBruni Edition
We're excited to partner with two-time Downhill World Champion Loic Bruni to bring the latest signature edition pedal to the Mallet DH range.
Home of Trails with Danny MacAskill
Two of mountain biking’s biggest personalities Danny MacAskill and Claudio Caluori take on the picturesque trail network of Graubünden, Switzerland, in this fun-filled edit! No summit is too high, no trail is too steep, no gorge is too deep for these two, as they hit the endless trails of the region. And of course, put their own spin on things...