REVIEW
Push Industries ACS3 Coil Conversion Review
It was a long and circuitous route to coil-sprung happiness - but when it arrived it was was more plush than 70s shag....
Mano A Mano
Mavic XA Pro VS. e*thirteen TRS Race SL Carbon Wheels
Two pairs of carbon wheels, one slightly pricier, one slightly heavier - which wins the compliance, stiffness and tubeless mounting categories....
Editorial
Eric Porter's Universal Tube Trick
Eric Porter demonstrates why a 29'er tube is the only spare you need - with this trick it'll fit into everything from 16" to 29+...
First Rides Review
Riding 2019 Shimano XTR 12spd in Crested Butte
Shimano's top of line MTB group finally goes full time 1x - and this one goes to 12 - but there are other highlights help you win at gear...
EDITORIAL
Save Us SRAM (and our bikes!)
Many beautiful and well-loved bikes could be on the verge of extinction - all because the industry has abandoned forks with 1 1/8" steerer tubes...
Review
Deathgrips VS. MacAskill Grips - Mano a Mano
Mano a Mano pits two similar products against each other - and in this case two riders will also be slugging it out with their grips...
Review
Project 321 Hubs - Reviewed
While it wasn't all golden with the fast engaging hubs, in either silent or loud configurations, there is much to like...
Five Interviews on the Topic
Short Fork Offset - What's It Good For?
An increasing number of manufacturers are pairing custom offset forks with new bikes, but what are they looking to achieve and how is it best used…
Teardown | First Impressions
Race Face Vault Hubs Teardown
Premium hubs with the right number of the right kind of spokes - but how do they sound and engage....
REVIEW
TRP Slate T4 Brakes
TRP's Slate T4 is an entry level brake that can punch well above its weight class...
TWO-MINUTE REVIEW
Syncros Integrated Matchbox Coupe Cage
In the interest of getting tools off your body and onto your bike, here's another spot to stash your multi-tool...
Teardown | First Impressions
Formula Cura Brakes: Teardown
Formula's mineral oil Cura brake is made in Italy, features a one-piece master cylinder body, a simple plunger setup, and a competitive price.
Long Term Review
2018 Zerode Taniwha - w/Pinion Gearbox
"I've developed an affinity for this unique bike; it does things a bit differently, but does the important things very well..."
Uncle Dave Speaks
Uncle Dave Questions his Values
"How on earth can you talk about value when you have no experience paying money for the thing that you are talking about..."
Product Review/Intro
STRAP IT ON! Gear to Help Ditch your Backpack (etc.)
Now that you've spent a bundle to get the lightest bike you could afford let's add a bunch of crap to weigh it down again...
Long Term Review
Enve M730 Wheels
Enve's updated M730 wheels feature some interesting tech and a flat prevention strip that will save riders from some headaches…
FIRST LOOK
3 Even Fresher Products For Spring 2018
A Wolf Tooth Headset with lots of colour, some full-featured lace-up clip in shoes from Scott, and a floor pump for the end of times from Crankbrothers...
Hands on Product Intro
2019 Shimano XTR 9100: 10-51 12spd is Here
Shimano goes deep with 1x and 12spd while pushing innovation with virtually every component - but can XTR get back on top...
Literally Inside Shimano
Touring Shimano's "Intelligent" Factory in Japan
"The space was incredibly quiet and serene, until an automated forklift hovered by playing a tune from a Korean video game..."
REVIEW
LOOK X-Track Pedals : Carbon VS Aluminum
Despite being a slimmer platform, the X-Track pedal gives very positive support and excellent retention - in fact it may be the best SPD-compatible pedal there is...
Aluminum v. Carbon
Duelling Knolly Wardens - Carbon vs. Aluminum - Final Verdicts
Three riders, two Wardens, identical spec, one carbon and one aluminum to answer one question: does it make sense to pay the carbon tax?
Two-Minute Review
Second Perspective: Wolftooth ReMote Sustain for Reverb
Like the sound of the Wolf Tooth Dropper remote but running a Reverb? You can get it for that too…
Two-Minute Review
Wolf Tooth Components Pack Pliers
This 38-gram tool performs some critical tasks that could save a ride – and where your multi-tool won't help you...
Two-Minute Review
Mountainsmith Cycle Cube Gear Bag
After months of use and a couple of road trips, the Cycle Cube is proving to be a great travel companion…