Editorial
Cast MTB - A New Kind of Company
Cast MTB's Components, some thoughts about tires, and a conversation about how athletes (like Danny MacAskill or Greg Minnaar) should benefit from a company's success.
Beggars Would Ride
Optical Delusions
The Uglification of our drivetrains is getting out of hand. Bring back the Huret Jubilee!
REVIEW
Julbo Fury Eyewear
Castor beans to eyewear? These are made from an unusual compound but their performance speaks for itself.
Product Review Updates
Review Updates: Cranks, Tires, Rack and Trousers
Revisiting the Stashed Spacerail storage system, Race Face Era Carbon Cranks, Rapha Gore-Tex pants and Schwalbe Radial Tires.
VIDEO + PHOTOS
Sea to Sky Series: The North Shore
Most people probably think of visiting the North Shore in the summer. Most locals would argue the best time to ride here is when it's misty and wet.
Readers Letters (and photos)
How to Save Seymour Trails? Here's How.
We put a callout to our readers to present an alternative view to the politicians who govern the LSCR on Mount Seymour. Here are some excerpts from their amazing letters...
Beggars Would Ride
100 Hours Of Solitude
Never confuse solitude with a solid dude.
Mini Reviews
Gear Shots Feb 2025
Stylish Sports Sunglasses from Smith, Waist and Frame bags from Fernhill, and a couple of Roll Recovery products to ease what aches.
Review
Outbound Lighting Portal
Named after a kick ass trail in Moab, the Portal is a kick ass bike light.
Uncle Dave
Things I Learned While Shopping For a Gravel Bike
"I’m convinced that none of these bicycle companies actually know what they’re doing, and I’m having flashbacks to the bad old days of mountain bikes."
Editorial
Between Friends
An American's Appeal to Keep Our Friendship
REVIEW
SR Suntour Durolux 38 Evo
It may not have as many knobs to twist but it's a premium fork for up to 38% less than the big two.
Full Review
2025 Santa Cruz Vala eMTB
The Vala stakes out middle ground between full powered, big battery eMTBs and SL models, but without giving up the full power motor and solid range
Pistons & Pivots
Pistons & Pivots: Dylan Dunkerton's Monster Toyota
When does a Tacoma stop being a Tacoma? Let's find out with this build.
Review
Ryan Leech's Pure Flow Course
Hailey Elise takes on Ryan Leech's workshop & group coaching experience supporting the discovery of pure flow.
First Impressions Review
Outlier MTB Pedals
You may have heard of the pedals with the hole in the middle - and there are two varieties, including one that sits an incredible 12mm lower than most conventional platforms.
Full Review
Shimano GRX Di2 12-Speed
A dive into the nuances of riding an electronic 2x system on the challenging riding terrain of the North Shore, with notes and wheels and gear resolution.
PRETTY PICS
Monthly Wallpaper: February 2025
Steve Vanderhoek throws himself off of a cliff, repeatedly.
EARLY REVIEW
OneUp Clip Pedal
Early acclaim seems well-deserved, there's just one little thing about OneUp's new Clip Pedal.
First Impressions
Introducing The Chromag Signature Dirt Jumper
Chromag's first aluminum-framed hardtail is built to meet the demands of riders pushing the ragged edge - but we're going to try it anyway.
Review
Hope XCR PRO E4 Brakes
Made-in-the-U.K. brakes by the machining masterminds at Hope. Do they have the chops to stop on the Shore?
VIDEO + PHOTOS
Sea to Sky Series: The Sunshine Coast
First up in a series about riding areas in the Sea 2 Sky is the Sunshine Coast - a year round riding destination known for perfect dirt and chill vibes.
Editorial
Just call it a Pedal Bike FFS
We've gone too long without a consensus. How the hell are we going to distinguish between meat missiles and turbo tricycles?
Video
Ash Kelly on Seymour Trail Closures
Ash has experience as a journalist, a rider and an NSMBA board member and she presents the LSCR situation directly and eloquently