Ryan Simonovich
Ryan Simonovich has been riding and racing for nearly a decade. He got his start as a cross-country mountain bike racer in California, where he cultivated his love for riding all types of bikes. Ryan eventually gravitated toward enduro and downhill racing but has also been found in the occasional road and cyclo-cross events. Today, he regularly rides the trails of Durango, Colorado, and is aiming to make a career out of chronicling the sport of cycling.
Rides: Santa Cruz Hightower, Specialized Tarmac SL4
Latest articles by Ryan Simonovich
![Bontrager Circuit WaveCel](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DcfMKtPoKnTTWc9NG5dh34-320-80.jpg)
Bontrager releases new Circuit WaveCel cross-country helmet
By Ryan Simonovich last updated
News New helmet model uses Bontrager's WaveCel technology as well as recycled materials and an aerodynamic design
![Trek Rail](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EfvfzUBR3cwjuYByYTLxxV-320-80.jpg)
Trek releases updated Rail e-MTBs with new Bosch smart system
By Ryan Simonovich published
News New e-MTB models feature the latest tech from Bosch
![Giant Trance X](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SAVaHfWt7WGt3vLw4NtxFS-320-80.jpg)
Giant debuts new Trance X trail bike
By Ryan Simonovich published
News The 27.5-inch trail bike features adjustable geometry and updated Maestro suspension
![Syncros Fraser Kate Courtney](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aYQGaZkQGU49HubSWYaPbK-320-80.jpg)
Syncros introduces new Fraser iC SL integrated cockpit
By Ryan Simonovich published
News Integrated bar and stem features cable routing through the headset and new ergonomics
![Specialized Gambit](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CMBWQBfjF8qFXhqatMhcGm-320-80.jpg)
Specialized launches lightweight Gambit full-face helmet and a canvas version of the Roost shoe
By Ryan Simonovich published
News The Gambit aims to bring half-shell comfort to a DH-rated full-face helmet
![Cannondale Scalpel SE 1](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/W9pF9TDj6NgFikCe2yUmkX-320-80.jpg)
Cannondale Scalpel SE 1 review
By Ryan Simonovich published
Review Does the Cannondale Scalpel SE 1 slice and dice with life-saving precision, or does it need another trip to the operating room to turn it into a truly modern XC rig?
![Lachlan Morton](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LEM6BXBGSLK376CBdYf3i5-320-80.jpeg)
Lachlan Morton teams up with Kenneth Karaya for Absa Cape Epic
By Ryan Simonovich last updated
News EF Education-Nippo's Alex Howes broke his finger so Morton sought out a new partner in Karaya
![Michaela Thompson](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uKap7bqnVsx7WANHbffrPV-320-80.jpg)
Gallery: USA Cycling Collegiate MTB National Championships Cross-Country
By Ryan Simonovich published
Feature Stars and stripes jerseys were awarded in four divisions amid muddy and icy conditions
![Riders compete in the 2019 Cape Epic Prologue](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tcS6xk7xmGUyMCTsvcmr4F-320-80.png)
Absa Cape Epic Prologue preview
By Ryan Simonovich published
News The 2021 Absa Cape Epic kicks off with a 20km prologue on Table Mountain on Sunday. Here's a list of who to watch and what the course looks like
![Wolf Tooth 8-Bit](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/U6g9BfDGoXerggXzu9TjFL-320-80.png)
Wolf Tooth introduces two new 8-Bit multi-tools
By Ryan Simonovich published
News Multi-tool system can fix almost any trailside problem
![Nino Schurter leads through a corner during the 2019 Cape Epic which he won with teammate Lars Forster](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/y7XDdT3vszLbPDW4ZzoB66-320-80.png)
Bora-Hansgrohe's Zwiehoff and Kämna to race Cape Epic
By Ryan Simonovich last updated
News Pro road racers will switch to the dirt next week for South African MTB stage race
![Specialized Tactic 4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yWStEnSeFREyfQ8kVwygqf-320-80.jpg)
Specialized releases fourth-generation Tactic mountain bike helmet
By Ryan Simonovich published
News Redesigned helmet uses the MIPS protection system, is rated for e-MTB use, and is available in six different colors
![Specialized Stumpjumper EVO Alloy](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jbdtvaQuLvcrmdx5FpFPNa-320-80.jpg)
Alloy versions of Specialized's Stumpjumper Evo trail bike announced
By Ryan Simonovich published
News The aggro Evo version of Specialized's flagship trail bike can now be bought with an alloy chassis at a cheaper price tag than the existing carbon version
![Gears on a mountain bike: Mechanical vs electronic and which system is best](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nNS5SHJADWZEVfg5B9T7aB-320-80.jpg)
Gears on a mountain bike: Mechanical vs electronic and which system is best
By Ryan Simonovich published
Feature There are pros and cons to both mechanical and electronic shifting. Which one should you buy?
![Payson McElveen rides the new Trek Top Fuel downcountry bike down a rocky chute](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BaVzUwmQKs5Jv2onVPyMZf-320-80.jpg)
Trek tweaks the Top Fuel to make it downcountry worthy
By Ryan Simonovich published
News Trek's new Top Fuel features improved geometry and 120mm of downcountry-worthy suspension
![YT Jeffsy Uncaged 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uYgY2XL9Zv8w8wuPbfwsHF-320-80.jpeg)
YT Introduces new Capra and Jeffsy models featuring RockShox electronic suspension
By Ryan Simonovich published
News The limited-edition builds use Rockshox's new Flight Attendant platform
![MET Veleno MIPS](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/or6m6U6uSsqhZLNj2bqB2h-320-80.jpg)
Met aims to appeal to all-around riders with the Veleno MIPS
By Ryan Simonovich published
News New Met helmet is designed to be ridden on everything from gravel to trail
![Milan Vader](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RPbdjzuADCSaB2tSdrhxYa-320-80.jpg)
Milan Vader and Victor Koretzky linked to professional road cycling teams
By Ryan Simonovich published
News Transfer season moves may signal increased interest in mountain biking from pro road teams
![Specialized Turbo Tero](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xPqEeFf7C276iUVxajNnCQ-320-80.jpeg)
Specialized's Turbo Tero aims to be an all-around e-bike, on or off the trails
By Ryan Simonovich published
News The Turbo Tero is an e-hardtail that can ride singletrack or pavement
![Christopher Blevins wins the Snowshoe World Cup XCO](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uetBW4CrfXL3PwxvGs6JaF-320-80.jpg)
Who is Christopher Blevins and what does his World Cup win mean for the future of USA mountain biking?
By Ryan Simonovich last updated
Feature Trinity Racing rider ends 26-year drought by winning the final race of the 2021 UCI World Cup XCO season on American soil
![Big crowds at the Snowshoe World Cup in 2019](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tHSVzfnrgiW8Eq8BFzYyvY-320-80.jpg)
Snowshoe XCO World Cup preview: Riders primed for final race of the season
By Ryan Simonovich published
Preview Cross-country racers will line up for one last short track and XCO race this week in West Virginia
![Reece Wilson rides to victory at the Snowshoe World cup #1 in 2021](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgLTHj92rAgFafxDhmmKP7-320-80.jpg)
Snowshoe DH World Cup preview: Everything to play for in the final showdown for 2021
By Ryan Simonovich published
Preview Everything you need to know about who to watch as the downhill World Cup racers drop in for one last run to decide the series overall on Saturday
![Two mountain biker rides over a rocky and rooty section of trail Canyon's new Lux Trail downcountry bike](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jExtvap7pBYJbYpPSqzcvm-320-80.jpg)
Downcountry bikes: Everything you need to know
By Ryan Simonovich published
Feature Downcountry bikes are short-travel full-suspension bikes that are light and efficient, yet outfitted for enhanced downhill performance. Here is our definitive guide to this new bike category