Gear

Gore-Tex fabric comes with certain guarantees in terms of construction, design, waterproofing and quality; and also in terms of a lofty price.

Shimano's GF400 and GF600 flat pedal shoes share many features but they play a little differently on the trail - and one is 50% pricier

Working between a pair of size large WindBlock 2.0 gloves, and breaking in a pair of mediums for a tighter fit.

The Supercar of rear shocks - handmade in Italy - and mounted to a bike from Bellingham

The Canyon 2.5L Jacket and the Summit 3L pants aren't made of Gore-Tex or NeoShell but they work very well - and even have some stretch - for a very reasonable packet of cash...

A new, well-ventilated full face helmet and goggles from Leatt designed for a high level of protection with less sweat.

A helmet and glasses that are made for each other - just one small quibble in an otherwise great product.

A lightweight enduro helmet from Met with some distinct features.

Two Shimano SPD shoes that are superior to the brand's ME7 model

Is this Suunto, seemingly designed for the alpine, any good for Mountain Biking?

Comparing the new CushCore E-MTB inserts to the originals, on a decidedly meat-powered bike.

"Just to be incredibly thorough, in the name of science, I filled up a tray full of water and then stuck my foot in it..."

"Precise rear wheel placement and Euro-turns through tight Shore tech felt nearly telepathic."

Got two bikes, a destination in mind, and joke of a trunk (or truck bed)? Meet the RockyMounts GuideRail.

Ibex is back in the game with a couple of garments that are suitable for MTB but not only for MTB

The Maxxis DHF tire, the WTB Volt saddle, and other stuff that's been around a while and is still awesome.

These look like a regular carbon handlebar from the outside, but the layup inside is not circular...

The Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay (that became an Altitude) went through 6 iterations during the 5 month test period.

How SRAM's less-budget-bludgeoning wireless super-group, GX AXS Transmission, performs as advertised.

A mini floor pump, a pair of multi tools and some fancy flat pedal shoes with Boa closures - all from Crankbrothers

Two dads weigh in on a kids' removable chinbar helmet that's light on their heads - and your wallet

Perception versus reality when it comes to modern chain guides and our obsession with drag (w/bonus 1FG content).

A first look at Nukeproof's 180/170 mm travel Super Enduro bike.

This article should be useful to anyone installing tubeless tires and particularly so if you are using inserts