
The Best Pedals For Your Mountain and Road Bikes
Whether you're riding trails or cruising the streets, a quality pair of pedals is essential. Here are our favorites.

Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it's testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

Whether you're riding trails or cruising the streets, a quality pair of pedals is essential. Here are our favorites.
By Hayley Helms

Tackle the gnarliest terrain with these hard-charging, comfort-driven mountain biking shoes.
By Hayley Helms and Steve Mazzucchi

Keep your feet warm, dry and blister-free.
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The brand-new Epos hitch rack brings solutions to pain points of its predecessor, increasing its usefulness and utility.
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The hue pays homage to lifeguards, ski patrollers and backcountry first responders who keep us safe in the wild — but it also looks a lot like Baywatch.
By Hayley Helms

The right one will make your life so much easier. Here are our favorites.
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By Hayley Helms

Who needs a car when you have one of these?
By Hayley Helms

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By Hayley Helms

Stay speedy and keep your eyes protected with the coolest cycling shades around.
By Hayley Helms

They're here to stay — and getting better every day.
By Andy Cochrane and Hayley Helms

Even after 25 years in the sport, this rock star is still searching for new heights to conquer.
By Hayley Helms

Consider this your sign to lace up and hit the trails.
By Hayley Helms

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By Hayley Helms

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By Steve Mazzucchi, Hayley Helms, Todd Hamer, and Ben Emminger

From comfortable cruisers to thigh-showing showstoppers, discover your next pair of running shorts with this helpful guide.
By Hayley Helms, Ben Emminger, and Jeremy Berger

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By Hayley Helms

Built to perform in both urban and outdoor environments, WESN's new knife is a must-have for your EDC kit.
By Hayley Helms

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By Hayley Helms

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By Hayley Helms