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 →

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 →

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 →

Abbey Bike Tools has some new products for your shop or ultimate bike cave. Check out their three latest products.

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 →

Hiplok specializes in wearable locks and the Hiplok Spin is an economically priced combination lock that works well, is easy to use, and transports easily around the hip.

Muc-Off is well known for their popular Nano Tech Bike Cleaner and they have a lot of great products that often get overshadowed by their pink cleaner. Inside we take a look at their tubeless valves that have some very … Continue reading →

Swedish company, CAKE, has developed some e-moto offerings that caught our eye at Sea Otter this past spring. We got a chance to take a quick spin on their off-road version, the Kalk OR, and have a bunch of pictures … Continue reading →

We continue our 25 Days of Sickness with a deep dive into some Park Tool P-Handle wrenches. Park Tool is a staple in the bike industry and inside we take a look at their hex wrench set and torx wrench … Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

TRP has launched a new 7speed drivetrain system including a shifter and rear derailleur. Details inside from TRP.

Transition Bikes has a new downhill bike, the TR11. Details inside.

The Topeak TubiBooster is an air cylinder designed to for inflating bicycle tires. Most people are going to use the TubiBooster to get a quick blast of air to setup a tubeless tire. These little air tanks have been around … Continue reading →

Canyon bikes recently released the second generation of the Strive, their flagship enduro racer and all-mountain machine. This version retains its hallmark on the fly rear travel adjustment, but receives several significant changes to bring it in line with modern … Continue reading →

Shimano has launched a new 12-Speed Deore XT groupset – M8100. Available June 14th, 2019. Check out the details inside from Shimano.

Dainese sent over some of their latest riding kit for us to take a look at. I’ve been testing out a jersey from their HG line and shorts from their AWA line. Both the 3/4 length HG jersey and AWA … Continue reading →

More new products inside from e*thirteen, Lazer Sport, and Spurcycle.  

Cushcore continues to come out swinging with new options for riders. They’ve introduced a lighter weight Cushcore and have plans for expansion into the gravel/cyclocross arena as well as 29+ and more. Check out the video inside.

Giant has a new range of cycling shoes. Inside we take a quick look at their new flat pedal shoe called the Shuttle Flat.

We are proud to announce the addition of three new products to the Cane Creek lineup: The HELM Works Series 130 suspension fork, the eeBrakes El Platino limited edition brakes and the Road Cache minimalist, water-resistant storage pouch. HELM Works … Continue reading →

There was a time—not that long ago—when mountain bikes were simple. We had one two-wheeled ride to rule every trail. The DH rig was an XC steed. Your dirt jumper was a commuter. We suffered through pinch flats, snakebites, and … Continue reading →

Team Aggy Series HOOD RIVER, Oregon (Spring/Summer 2019) – Motivated by the descent, Dakine designs its MTB gear for those who appreciate the pull of gravity. Few personify this passion more than Graham “Aggy” Agassiz, who has built a solid … Continue reading →

SRAM has a new G2 brake on the market. Details inside from SRAM.

Race Face has launched a new Next SL crankset. Handracfted in Vancouver BC they’ve updated their proven crank arm.

100% Launches Spring19 Eyewear Collection Fresh new color palettes and lens combinations complement rapidly growing performance eyewear brand San Diego, CA (March 19, 2019) – 100% announced the introduction of its SP19 Eyewear Collection today. While debuting dynamic new colorways, … Continue reading →

Pivot Cycles have been working on a 29er downhill bike that you may have seen Eddie Master racing on a mule recently. Check out a teaser from Pivot Cycles.

Sunday releases details on their new Megatower. 29″ wheels, 160mm travel. Learn more about it inside.

Innovative brand premieres four distinct styles of knee & elbow protection for all types of dirt riding. San Diego, CA (March 12, 2019) – Methodically developed with professionals across all categories of mountain biking, 100% has announced the launch of … Continue reading →

Spring program incentivizes consumers to go green and get new gear in time for Earth Day TORONTO (March 10, 2019) – In a move to reduce waste and reward participating bicycle riders, Shimano today launched the first-ever cycling shoe recycling … Continue reading →