Editorial
Why so Angry about SRAM DUB Crank/BB?
To find out what has made riders so angry about DUB we asked some of them to define the source of their rage - and cornered SRAM to answer some questions as well...
INTERVIEW WITH THE CHAMP
Miranda Miller – Women's 2017 DH World Champion
Miranda's determination in the face of a tough 2017 earned her rainbow stripes. AJ Barlas gets the scoop on the obstacles she overcame to win gold...
Long Term Review
SRAM GX Eagle Drivetrain; Over the Long Haul
After 7 months on SRAM's GX Eagle drivetrain how does the performance stack up to the more expensive XX1 and XO1 groups...
INTERVIEW
Rémy Métailler – Building My Own Program
Rémy just announced a number of new partnerships for 2018. We sat down with him to find out what he likes about building his own program.
HAPPY FEET
Shimano MW5 Winter Shoes: Reviewed
Shimano's mid-priced winter boots will keep your feet dry and warm.
2 Minute Reviews
USWE Airborne 9 Hydration Pack
USWE packs, featuring their patented No Dancing Monkey strap system, are a rare combination of different and awesome...
EDITORIAL
Quick-Release Axles vs the Rise of Integrated Tools
Is the rise of integrated tools going to bring the end of the quick-release axle or is there still a use for those funny love handles?
Product Review
Specialized Defroster Trail Winter Shoes
Specialized's Defroster - redesigned for 2018 - is a winter shoe built for aggressive trail riding in frigid conditions or in a deluge...
Product Intro
Introducing SRAM DUB Cranks and Bottom Brackets
SRAM's goals were simplicity, durability and compatibility but no new standards were created and no old ones were harmed...
Long Term Review
Manitou Mattoc Pro Fork
The Mattoc Pro is more adjustable than the competition, offers solid performance and sells for hundreds of dollars less...
Long Term Review
2018 Santa Cruz Hightower LT
Some bike reviews go smoothly and everything works just fine - other times things go a little sideways...
EDITORIAL
Flat Pedal Facts
Some unconventional observations from a born again flat pedal rider who still plays for both teams...
Weatherproof Shoe Review
Mavic XA PRO H2O GTX Shoes
"Take a durable trail shoe, hollow it out enough for a winter weight sock and add a GoreTex membrane..."
Review
Serfas True 2500 and E-1600 Light Systems
Pitting the new lights from Serfas against other well-known brands in the dank of the Shore uncovers strengths and weaknesses...
Ask Uncle Dave
Dear Uncle Dave: It's all about me
Uncle Dave wasn't grouchy, he just hadn't torn anyone a new one in a while.
RELEASE | FIRST IMPRESSIONS
New e*thirteen LG1 29 & 27" DH Tires
New tires from e*thirteen for aggressive descending and DH - in multiple wheel sizes.
Something Old, Something New…
Personal Rides: GeoMetron G16
AJ's GeoMetron G16 has the personal touches he wants, without the excess he doesn't need.
Interview with Leo Kokkonen
Behind Pole's CNC 'Superbike' - The Machine
The story behind how Pole arrived at building the Machine, from CNC Machined 7075 T6 aluminum...
First Impressions
The Outrageous Salsa Bucksaw
Last winter we discovered that fat bikes are fun on both snow and dirt - the dual suspension Salsa Bucksaw takes it to the next level...
Teardown
SRAM Reverb Stealth B1
How many beers will it take? What are the crucial points where errors occur? What is slickoleum?
Photo feature
Best of 2017: Dave's Favourite Photos
Dave's dove into his catalog of photographs from 2017 to deliver his favourite images of the last year...
Photo and Video Feature
Mark Matthews in Capadoccia Turkey
Natural berms, blistering speeds and surreal landscapes dominate this stunning piece...
The People, the Event, and the Bike
Best of 2017 - AJ's List
People, events, and bikes. These are the things that got me excited in 2017.
Two-Minute Reviews
Race Face Atlas Flat Pedal Review
Race Face's top end pedal offers 10 shin gobbling pins per side, a generous concave platform, 4 sealed bearings per side and a sneaky grease port that does double duty...