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Our website is absolutely chocked full of bikes, components, apparel, and accessories. We've created the Jenson Blog as a tool for cyclists to learn all about the ins-and-outs of the bike world. Use our guides, how-to's, and reviews to navigate the immense options of bike parts or just a bit of two-wheeled entertainment.

FIRST LOOK: THE NEW 2023 YETI SB120!

Brand new for 2023, Yeti has dropped the SB120 to replace their highly regarded short-travel SB115! With a refined suspension platform, reshaped frame, updated geometry, size-specific chainstays, threaded bottom bracket, and many other improvements, we see the SB120 as a contender for one of the best short travel bikes on the market. Join us as we give you all a first look at the new SB120!

First Look at the New 2023 Yeti SB160

Join us as we take a first look at the new 2023 Yeti SB160! To answer market demand, Yeti has dropped a new long-travel enduro 29er in place of the SB150. With all of the changes Yeti has made with this new bike, including an updated suspension platform, sleek new cable routing, a widely desired threaded bottom bracket, tweaks in geometry, and many more important updates, the SB160 is a worthy new competitor in the enduro category!

FIRST LOOK: THE NEW 2023 SB140

Join us as we take a first look at the freshly refined 2023 Yeti SB140! Yeti has taken the ever-so-popular SB140 and transformed it into a 29'' do-it-all trail bike (don't get mad, 27.5'' isn't dead... yet). With tons of refinements across the entire bike, this looks like a stellar option for all of you trail riders out there looking to hop up to wagon wheels while still maintaining just enough suspension to get you through the rowdy stuff without sacrificing much on the climbs. We were lucky enough to get our hands on the new SB140 LR, so come along as we go over the changes, updates, and features that Yeti has packed into this bike for 2023.

Do Mountain Bike Shoes Really Make a Difference?

If you have been riding the trails for a decent amount of time, chances are you seen others riding in running shoes or skate shoes. However, running shoes or basic skate shoes are no match for the style, function and performance features that mountain bike specific shoes bring to the table. In this article, we will dive into the details of mountain bike shoes and why they make a difference.

A Guide on MIPS: Revolutionary Helmet Safety

Your helmet is the most important piece of gear in your kit and should not be overlooked. When it comes to helmet safety, helmets with MIPS technology are at the top of the list. Click in to discover what MIPS is, how it works and why you should have it.

Cross-Country vs. Trail Mountain Bikes - Understanding the Differences

There are many different types of mountain bikes and it can be hard to know which one is best for you and the terrain you ride. In this article, we highlight the differences between the two most popular types of moutain bikes, cross-country and trail mountain bikes.