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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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
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 introduces two new 8-Bit multi-tools
By Ryan Simonovich published
News Multi-tool system can fix almost any trailside problem
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 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
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
By Ryan Simonovich published
Feature There are pros and cons to both mechanical and electronic shifting. Which one should you buy?
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 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 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 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'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
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
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
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
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