PRESS RELEASE
Trek Announces the New RE:aktiv Thru Shock
Trek has borrowed technology from Moto GP to eliminate the internal floating piston in rear shocks and (they claim) reduce hysteresis (lag)...
REVIEW
e*thirteen TRSr Carbon Cranks
Despite an early failure with the first set Andrew Major came away impressed with e13's top of the line cranks...
First Ride(s) and Product Info
2018 e*thirteen TRSr SL Wheels
New for 2018 - these wheels lost a third of a pound but the big news is in the brawn department...
GEAR REVIEW
RaceFace Agent Jacket
It may be summer in the northern hemisphere but in the mountains the rain can turn nasty any time of year...
FOLLOW UP REVIEW
X-Fusion's $200 Manic Dropper Post
It may not be the slickest looking post but it's simple, easy to work on and incredibly reliable, and the price blows most other posts out of the water...
REVIEW
SKS ANYWHERE Mounts: Stop Whingeing About Bottles
No downtube bottle mount on your bike - or maybe you want a second mount for big missions - SKS has the answer...
First Impressions
2018 Intense Carbine 29'er First Ride & Release
A long travel 29er worthy of the Intense name? Word on the street is that it's the best non-DH Intense ever...
Product Release
OneUp Components EDC (Everyday Carry) Available Now
If you are part of the growing number of riders looking ride lighter and maybe even without a pack - this could be for you...
Product Review
POC Tectal helmet
The Tectal is a top of the line helmet and while it doesn't come with MIPS it will help authorities find your corpse and it fits very well...
Suspension Mastery
Compression (mostly) and Rebound Setup Tips
Suspension setup gets more complicated as suspension gets more sophisticated - thankfully we have Andre to rescue us...
REVIEW
Reynolds, Honzo and Ned's : A Carbon Wheel Review
Crunching Reynolds' carbon Blacklabel Enduro rims down rocky trails and living to write about it...
Teardown | First Look
Inside Manitou's Moto-Inspired Mattoc (Magnum) Pro
A full breakdown of Manitou's premium 29+ fork as Andrew prepares to compare it to the basic Comp model on the Trek Stache.
Pro Bikes
Trans Provence (Micro) Bike Checks
Lots of photos and very few words about the bikes of 7 riders in this years Trans Provence - as well as video from the event...
Installation | First Impressions
2018 Magura MT Trail Sport : Bleed How To & First Impressions
Some early impressions of the Magura MT Trail Sport as well as some tips on how to bleed them as soon as you get them...
Two Packs Reviewed
2 Pack Options: One Back and One Hip
A close look at a medium-sized waterproof hydration pack as well as a small hip pack that also contains a bladder to keep your juices flowing...
FIRST LOOK
2018 Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 70
Brewed in North Vancouver, the new Altitude aims for the same balanced characteristics with an updated list of ingredients.
First Impressions
Canyon SPECTRAL CF 9.0 EX
"Out of any bike I've tested and rolled through my place of employment, by far, this Canyon has caused the most stir..."
Editorial
Why the Fuss about 29ers in DH Racing?
650b wheels were adopted by the DH race community - leaving 26" wheels behind forever - without the consternation and resistance 29ers are seeing...
First Look | Teardown
The NEW Crankbrothers Mallet DH Pedal
The Mallet DH pedal has always been well-received in terms of function but durability and quality of workmanship has been a problem in the past...
First Look
3 New Products For Spring
These are products that aren't yet fully reviewed, but Andrew Major thinks some of you should know about them before summer...
Suspension Tips Video
Measuring Rear Suspension Breakaway Force w Andrextr
It turns out breakaway force is a misunderstood concept and learning how to measure it could help you diagnose suspension issues...
PRODUCT RELEASE
OneUp Jumps Into Pedals
New Horizons for the Squamish-based component company that is honing in on everything to do with your bike's nether zone.
FORUM TESTING ANNOUNCEMENT
SR Suntour Forum testing
Want to be a gear tester? We've partnered with Suntour to give you that chance.
DETAILS AND RIDE IMPRESSIONS
The New Santa Cruz Nomad
The Santa Cruz Nomad 4 features a V10-like shock rate, but climbs like a trail bike. Really.