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North Shore vs Squamish vs Whistler: Which Bike Setup Works for Each?
Trail bike, enduro rig, or full DH? We break down what geometry, travel, and tires work best on the North Shore, Squamish, and Whistler.
Carbon MTB Wheels: Are They Worth the Upgrade?
Carbon wheels promise better feel and less rotating weight. Here is the honest breakdown for BC trail riders deciding if the upgrade is worth it.
Santa Cruz C70 vs C90: Carbon and Build Kits Explained
What do C70 and C90 mean on a Santa Cruz bike? We break down the carbon frame and build kit differences so you know what you get at each price.
How to Choose Your First Trail Mountain Bike in Canada
Full-sus or hardtail? 29er or 27.5? This guide covers every decision first-time trail MTB buyers face, with advice specific to riding in BC and Canada.
Best Trail MTBs Canada 2026: Top Picks by Budget
Looking for the best trail mountain bike in Canada for 2026? We break down top picks by budget, from under $3,000 to premium builds, with expert advice from Dunbar Cycles.
Which Santa Cruz MTB Is Right for You?
Trail, enduro, XC, or e-bike? We break down every Santa Cruz model so you can match the right bike to how you actually ride.
MTB Brake Pads Explained: Sintered vs Organic and When to Replace Them
Brake pads are one of the most frequently replaced consumables on a mountain bike, and one of the most frequently misunderstood. Riders spend hours debating forks and shocks but swap...
How to Bleed Shimano and SRAM Maven MTB Brakes: Step-by-Step Guide
Spongy lever. Inconsistent bite point. Lever pulling is closer to the bar than it used to be. These are the signs your hydraulic brakes need a bleed, and if you've...
MTB Rotor Size Guide: 160mm vs 180mm vs 203mm — What Do You Actually Need?
Rotor size is one of the most cost-effective ways to tune your braking system. A rotor upgrade costs a fraction of new callipers, takes 20 minutes to install, and delivers...
Hope vs Shimano vs SRAM Brakes: Which MTB Brake Brand Is Worth It in Canada?
If you ask ten riders at the trailhead which brakes they'd buy, you'll get ten different opinions and a mild argument. Hope riders are very loyal. Shimano riders point at reliability. SRAM riders talk about lever feel. Everyone has a story.
SRAM Maven vs Code vs Shimano XT: The Ultimate Brake Shootout
Three brakes come up more than any other when riders walk into Dunbar Cycles or Corsa Cycles asking about an upgrade: the SRAM Maven, the SRAM Code, and the Shimano XT. Between them, they cover almost every trail, enduro, and gravity rider on the market. They're not interchangeable, and choosing the wrong one for your riding is a real mistake.
Best Mountain Bike Brakes 2026: Complete Buyer's Guide
Your brakes are the most important safety component on your bike. Not your helmet, not your pads, but your brakes. If your fork blows a seal on the North Shore,...
