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Sea Otter Requests 2024
The three of us who are down in Monterey at Sea Otter would like to hear what you'd like us to show you
First Look
Kona Ouroboros Gravel Bike
Deniz and Cooper have distinct gravel bike needs. Will the new Kona Ouroboros cater to them both?
REVIEW
Crono CW1E Winter Shoe
How do the Italian winter riding boots stack up in the cold and wet of a Canadian winter?
Review
Crankbrothers Candy Lace Shoes
The New Candy Lace from Crankbrothers is a comfortable, lightweight, and grippy gravel/XC shoe.
Beggars Would Ride
A Shore Thing
No, not THAT Shore. Talkin' about tires here...
First Impressions | Product Launch
2024 Yeti SB 165
Yeti's new brawler gets a first look under our gravel specialist
First Look
2024 Rocky Mountain Altitude C70 Coil
Supplemental oxygen not included.
Review
Scuvvers - Deployable Car Seat Covers
Deniz tries to keep his new car clean with world's first deployable car seat covers.
Gloves, Jersey, Jacket, Helmet, Flat pedals...
Gear Shots April 2024
A frickin' Lazer helmet, a jacket from Velocio, pedals from Chino CA, along with some gloves and a jersey for chilly climes
Digressions on the way to tool storage
Making Things (slightly) Better With Leather
"Every regret I have from purchasing a hand tool is due to not spending enough..."
First Look
Revel Rascal V2
Better late than never: Revel releases the highly anticipated second iteration of the Rascal, the trail bike that established their reputation and sets them apart from the rest.
How To
Shimano Brake Bleed and Bladder Repair
An accidental discovery leads to powerful, consistent braking thanks to a rock-solid bleed
REVIEW
Crankbrothers SOS On-Bike tools and Storage
Five new ways to carry ingenious new tools for trail side repairs, punctures, water and tubes, pump, or CO₂.
REVIEW...sorta
Maxxis DHF - the Resurrection
Maxxis' DHF was dethroned by the Assegai a few years ago. Deniz digs into whether the OG tire still holds its line on the trail using a few different bikes to compare.
Trip Preparation
The Box of Shame
In an almost forgotten box filled with shame and nice things, Cooper finds inspiration for a journey.
Not A Bike Review
Three Bean Soup Product Review
A quick nod to some attempts at getting with the times.
First Look
Knolly Chilcotin 155
Knolly's Chilcotin is back with a new look while remaining true to its roots.
3 SHOES REVIEWED
Line Review: Northwave Winter Clipless Shoes
Three different reviewers check out some clipless winter options from Northwave that are worth a look if you ride in rain, snow, and cold weather.
Long Term Review
2024 Nukeproof Giga 290 RS Carbon
Tim's been riding the Nukeproof Giga for 5 months now, and now that the company seems to be shuttered, it's time to deliver a verdict.
Review
Northwave Multicross GTX Flat Pedal Winter Shoes
Humility is an important lesson - otherwise you may disregard observations that suggest everything you know is wrong.
FIRST RIDE & LAUNCH
2024 Rocky Mountain Instinct
Rocky's super-capable trail bike sees updates and refinements to frame features, geo, and suspension kinematics. We've got a first look and details.
REVIEW
Leatt MTB HydraDri 5.0 Pants
Waterproof pants with lots of pockets and sturdy inserts built for rough play
Long Term Review
Scor 2030 Review
A short travel bike from Scor that has long travel enthusiasm
First Impressions | Product Launch
New Crankbrothers Clip and Flat Trail Shoes
These "Trail" model shoes - both Stamp and Mallet - are made from a new upper material for Crankbrothers - and the grip on those Stamps...