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"The suspension remains active while braking, allowing for that extra traction to kick in and boost my riding confidence through the roof."

Riding ski bikes in Utah with Uncle Dave (cameos by Boggs and Rogatkin).

The MEC T2 Merino Hooded Base Layer is 46% Merino wool

Comparing the newer DH-rated Kali Invader helmet against the Trail (2.0) version Andrew's been wearing for a few years.

A stackable and efficient hook and rail system that keeps your bike(s) accessible yet tightly packed

The OneUp V3 dropper post may look the same, but it's all new inside.

OneUp co-founder and CTO, Jon Staples gives us some details on the changes that make up OneUp's V3 Dropper

A 24t NSBillet chainring, SRAM 12spd GX shifter & derailleur, and a 10spd Shimano cassette, less one cog, on the Devinci Chainsaw

Both of these pieces use Polartec fabrics to keep you warm and cozy for cold weather riding.

Backcountry glacier glasses for MTB?! Smith's ski sunnies aren't only for snow.

We have another vest lover in our midst but the Anorak is more difficult to tame and praise...

7mesh started with a clean slate for a new soggy days pant that is NOT made from Gore-Tex

Checking in on the (now-mulleted) High Pivot + Idler (HP+I) Devinci Chainsaw

The EVOC Trail Pro 16 pack is comfortable climbing and descending even when overloaded.

Andrew's best of 2023 piece isn't solely focused on vests...

The two terms mean very different things. Understanding both will help you make better decisions about things you use and buy. Bonus: bio-based products = more loam!

Everything on social media about "burnishing" bushings to make your fork smoother, makes it sound irresistible

Andrew hits on some updates for five products - with full reviews coming in 2024

Shimano's new waterproof and warm SPD boots are an essential tool to brave winter riding.

Half the price of the lauded ElevenSix, but twice as much as Fox or RockShox, made in-house in Loveland, Colorado

Inspired by the gods but made for humans, these 45NRTH winter boots might be perfect for North Shore winters

The Chainsaw Enduro+ rig carries forward a Made-in-Quebec a long travel high pivot plus idler platform legacy - and it can even become a DH bike

Panzer's newest insert is designed for Enduro, DH and eMTB - all while weighing around 145 grams

Pick them up on their own or have the new two-piece CNC-machined lever blades installed on a new set of Formula Cura 4 brakes