Author Archives: toni
Forbidden Druid Review
Words: Toni Walbridge Photos: Misti Walbridge I don’t often review bikes that have been on the scene for several years but after a summer on the Druid, I can’t not. The Druid was Forbidden’s first model when they launched their … Continue reading
Kavenz VHP16 MX Review
Words: Toni Walbridge Photos: Misti Walbridge Intro and Design High pivot bikes incorporating idler pulleys have become hugely popular over the past couple seasons. Variations of the design are available from major and smaller bike brands alike, each with their … Continue reading
Orbea Rise eMTB Long Term Review
Words: Toni Walbridge Photos: Misti Walbridge The Orbea Rise is easily one of the most interesting and hotly anticipated bikes of 2021. Blurring the lines between analog zen bliss and high octane electrified power, Orbea’s lightweight e-machine promises to deliver … Continue reading
Fox launches all new decal kits
FOX is now offering our ever popular decal kits in 11 new colorways… Continue reading
Raaw Jibb Review
Words: Toni Walbridge Photos: Misti Walbridge By now, Raaw is a brand well known by the core mountain bike crew. Their no-frills heavy hitting Madonna has been making waves among niche brand aficionados for some time now. For those of … Continue reading
Nicolai G1-29 Review
It’s not that often that a bike review spans two full years. I suppose it’s not that often that any new product is reviewed over such a long time. Maybe that’s because there are few bikes that are still news … Continue reading
PNW Components Rainer Gen3 dropper post review
Dropper posts come in a broad range of price points and features. From sub $200 budget models to SRAM’s $800 wireless model, there’s a post for every budget – and for those who have no budget. PNW Components, a relative … Continue reading
Orbea Rise eMTB – First Impressions
Orbea recently invited a few brave souls out for a socially distanced preview of their new Rise eMTB in the hills outside of Boise, ID. The mix of long climbs, and motorized trail access made Boise a great spot to … Continue reading
Orbea launches the Rise eMTB
NEW RISE: RISE BEYOND -The new Rise trail eMTB brings you closer to the feeling that less “e” means more “bike”. -The Rider Synergy (RS) concept enhances the passion for MTB with the Rise’s subtle assistance that feels as natural … Continue reading
Introducing Bellingham’s newest trail Blue Steel
Blue Steel is a new jump trail on Galbraith Mountain in Bellingham, WA. It’s fully public and open to ride anytime by anyone who feels they have the skills. It was quite the journey to create this line and we … Continue reading
The Brendan Fairclough MASTERCLASS
4 bikes, riding close to home, and perhaps the world’s most naturally gifted MTB athlete, Chasing Trail Ep. 30 has it all. Chasing Trail has always been about sending our athletes to dream-worthy, exotic locations to shoot content that would … Continue reading
Long Term Review – BMC Trailfox AMP SX
The Trailfox AMP SX is BMC’s take on an all-mountain capable e-bike. The AMP SX features a carbon front triangle with a neatly integrated 500wh battery and internal cable routing achieving a clean and refined look. With 150 mm … Continue reading
2020 Orbea Wild FS First Impressions
Shortly before COVID-19 descended upon us, I was was lucky enough to spend a day in Moab aboard Orbea’s new Wild FS. While I didn’t log nearly enough miles for a comprehensive review, I did gather some solid first impressions … Continue reading
Enve releases $1600 USA made carbon wheelset with I9 hubs
ENVE Introduces theFoundation Collection and the All-New AM30–US Made Carbon Wheelsets at $1600 USD April 9, 2020 – Ogden, Utah, USA–ENVE is pleased to introduce the ENVE AM30,a full-carbon all-mountain capable wheelset asthe flagship mountain offering in ENVE’s Foundation Collection. … Continue reading
Review: Deity Speedway bars – Copper Head stem – Knuckleduster grips
Deity’s line of bar and stems have been popular upgrade items for high-end builds for years. Despite their popularity, Deity didn’t have a 35 mm diameter bar/stem combo until last year. Deity took their time moving to 35 mm and … Continue reading
Video: Giese Goes Metal in The Sunshine Coast
Giese Goes Metal in The Sunshine CoastThe air is dusty and unsettled. Shadows fly overhead through the trees. Away from the crowdsof Crankworx, isolated in the woods, the only sounds come from a distant buzzing and branchessnapping. A dance with … Continue reading
Review: One year on Enve’s M730 wheelset
We just spent a full year on Enve’s high end carbon wheelset aimed at aggressive descending and enduro racing. From the slippery rainforests of the PNW, dusty August laps in the Whistler bike park, and wheel eating rocky descents high … Continue reading
Review: Orbea Oiz TR
It seems like the whole mountain bike world has been swept up in the Enduro craze over the past few years. These days, I find myself almost exclusively aboard bikes with 150 mm of travel or more. As long-travel enduro … Continue reading
Countdown to Rampage 2019: Darren Berrecloth GoPro Course Preview
The Claw takes us through this years course, highlighting some of the biggest features!
Countdown to Rampage 2019: Sundown Sessions | Riders Test Their Lines
Riders are on course, testing out their lines ahead of the big day. Tune in for the 2019 Red Bull Rampage at 12PM EST today https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/rampage Photo:Red Bull Content Pool / Paris Gore – Rider Brett Rheeder
Video: TGR and Clair Buchar team up in Crested Butte
Claire Buchar Feeds the Soul in Crested Butte
Video: Knolly Bikes – Jeremy Menduni urban edit
Jeremy Menduni gets creative in an urban landscape aboard is Knolly Warden
Review: Rotor Kapic Cranks
While mulling over the component spec for my Nicolai G-1 build, I was looking for lesser known but light weight and durable option. Wandering around at the Sea Otter Classic, Rotor’s Kapic cranks caught my eye as a great looking … Continue reading
Hutchinson Griffus Racing Lab Tire Review
Hutchinson introduced their new Griffus race rubber back in the spring and we’ve been putting miles on them all summer long. The Griffus is part of Hutchinson’s Racing Lab line of tires. There are both 27.5 and 29″ variants in … Continue reading
Orbea’s new Wild FS
It’s time to get moving. Load up your pack for an afternoon ride and start pedaling. Whatever obstacles exist between you and the trails and your Special Places, it’s time to run over them. Reclaim access and discover new adventures … Continue reading
Kona launches the new Remote 160
The Remote 160 is a different bike to everyone. Whether you’re a busy mom taking advantage of your sparse free time, someone out trying to explore as much as possible, someone coming back from illness or injury, or someone who … Continue reading
