Buying Guides

Clear, expert-built size and buying guides for ski, snowboard, and mountain bike, so you can shop with confidence.

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How To Choose Bike Shoes - Mountain, Road & More
Bike

How To Choose Bike Shoes - Mountain, Road & More

Get the right connection! Learn how to choose the best bike shoes for road, mountain, or casual riding, covering cleat systems and ...
Beginner Skiing Tips - How To Ski & What to Bring
Ski

Beginner Skiing Tips - How To Ski & What to Bring

New to skiing? Master the basics with our beginner guide: learning to stop, turning fundamentals, and essential tips for your first...
MTB Tire Guide - Size, Width & Type for How You Ride
Bike

MTB Tire Guide - Size, Width & Type for How You Ride

Find the perfect grip! Learn how to choose the best mountain bike tires based on tread pattern, compound, casing, and your local te...
The Best Value Mountain Bike Upgrades & Modifications
Bike

The Best Value Mountain Bike Upgrades & Modifications

Discover the best cheap mountain bike upgrades, and the modifications that will take your bike to the next level. Upgrade your bike...
How to Fit Your Bike
Bike

How to Fit Your Bike

Learn about key road bike dimensions that will ensure you find a comfortable and efficient ride.
Women's Mountain Bike Guide - Sizing, Types & Differences
Bike

Women's Mountain Bike Guide - Sizing, Types & Differences

Explore evo's Women's Mountain Bike Guide for insights on sizing, types, and key differences. Find expert advice to choose the perf...
How to Buy Outerwear for Skiing & Snowboarding by Region
Ski Snowboard

How to Buy Outerwear for Skiing & Snowboarding by Region

Temperature and moisture vary significantly depending on where you ride. Learn how to dress for your next ski destination with this...
How to Choose an Avalanche Beacon / Avalanche Transceiver
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Choose an Avalanche Beacon / Avalanche Transceiver

An avalanche beacon or transceiver is a device that emits and receives pulsed radio signals. Learn how they work and what to look f...
Splitboard & Binding Weight Chart
Snowboard

Splitboard & Binding Weight Chart

With a growing number of board and binding options, our splitboard weight chart helps you pick your ideal setup.
What Is a Gravel Bike & How To Get Started Gravel Biking
Bike

What Is a Gravel Bike & How To Get Started Gravel Biking

Our comprehensive gravel bike guide covers everything you need to know, including frame material, geometry, tires, tips for beginne...
Von Zipper Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide
Ski Snowboard

Von Zipper Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide

Von Zipper offers a wide range of goggle lens options for varying light conditions. Check them out here and decide which one is rig...
How to Buy Ski & Splitboard Climbing Skins
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Buy Ski & Splitboard Climbing Skins

Material type, attachment hardware, sizing -- evo walks you through the basics so you can find the best climbing skins for your ski...
How to Bleed & Service a RockShox Reverb Seatpost
Bike

How to Bleed & Service a RockShox Reverb Seatpost

Learn how to bleed and service your RockShox Reverb seatpost with this helpful step-by-step video guide.
Electric Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide
Ski Snowboard

Electric Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide

Electric offers a wide range of goggle lens options for varying light conditions. Check them out here and decide which one is right...
How To Adjust a Bike Rear Derailleur
Bike

How To Adjust a Bike Rear Derailleur

Learn how to adjust a rear derailleur in this helpful step-by-step evo Tech Series video guide.
How to Choose a Surfboard Leash
Surf

How to Choose a Surfboard Leash

Using the wrong surfboard leash can be dangerous. Learn more about choosing the right surfboard leash here.
How to Change Bike Pedals
Bike

How to Change Bike Pedals

Changing bike pedals is a fundamental skill — removing & installing. We walk you through how to change bike pedals step-by-step.
How To Convert To Tubeless Mountain Bike Tires
Bike

How To Convert To Tubeless Mountain Bike Tires

Learn how to convert to tubeless mountain bike tires in this helpful step-by-step evo Tech Series video guide.
How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel

An avalanche shovel is a key piece of backcountry safety gear -- evo breaks down what to consider when buying this potentially life...
How to Choose a Car Bike Rack & Types of Bike Racks
Bike

How to Choose a Car Bike Rack & Types of Bike Racks

The ultimate guide to choosing a car bike rack. Compare hitch, roof, and trunk racks to find the safest and most convenient option ...
How to Get in Shape for Skiing & Snowboarding
Ski Snowboard

How to Get in Shape for Skiing & Snowboarding

Get fit for the slopes! Our guide to strength training and exercises to build the stamina and stability needed for skiing and snowb...
How to Put on a Wetsuit
Surf

How to Put on a Wetsuit

Wetsuits can be an absolute bear to get into, as they are super tight and designed to act as a second skin. Here are some tips to m...
How to Choose The Best Mountain Bike Knee Pads
Bike

How to Choose The Best Mountain Bike Knee Pads

Protect yourself on the trail! Learn how to choose the best mountain bike knee pads for comfort, fit, and protection level (light t...
How to Fix Wetsuit Tears, Wash a Wetsuit & Care Guide
Surf

How to Fix Wetsuit Tears, Wash a Wetsuit & Care Guide

Wetsuits should be cared for. Here are evo's tips for keeping your wetsuit in good condition.