Gear

Now that I’ve had a few more months in all three models, it’s time to wrap it up with some thoughts on each.

Chainring damping is a thing. But is it, really?

Our recap of Sea Otter 2025, part 2, featuring Smith x Wild Rye, Apogee, Cascade Components, Hudski, Tailfin, SR Suntour, Outbound Lighting, and Salsa.

Plus some bougie Italian leather, Fox takes the 34 to SL, and Rocky's latest Element.

The Rossignol Heretic - a heavy hitting enduro bike - has new lease on life for 2025

Kona updates the Hei Hei with more travel, longer reach, and slacker angles to create a compelling trail bike

If the sky was falling, Sea Otter seemed to be protected; vibes were good and some cool products were on display.

A long review period on a brand new set of carbon wheels from FSA - with straight pull spokes and 72 points of engagement

6D has a new lightweight, full-face, enduro helmet called the Alterra.

Uncle Dave has conversations with suspension manufacturers about servicing your lowers

The name is the same, but this is a brand new version of the original wireless dropper post that comes in lengths from 100 - 250mm in 25mm increments

The Forefront 3 adds some bells and whistles, and everything has been at least slightly tweaked, but it'll be familiar to current Forefront fans.

The names are the same, but Fox Racing Shox has two new shocks for 2025

Cables are back as SRAM looks to extend the benefits of Full Mount without batteries or servos.

Our guest reviewer comes away impressed with the amount of protection and security he felt from Crankbrothers' new guards.

Legendary Chris King hubs laced to alloy rims present decent value.

Put on your paper glasses and get ready for Bikeyoke's lower-priced Sagma saddles that are printed in all the dimensions

BikeYoke doesn't mail anything in - and certainly not bars. Also - some rides on their stem, grips and a unique top cap.

The Instinct SL is Rocky Mountain's Powerplay on a diet, with less weight, battery and power. Was it enough for Uncle Dave though?

The Storia V4 has some nice improvements over the V3 - and it's also a lot quieter.

"When the new one launched, I was immediately a bit concerned. Everything sounded a little lighter, a little more XC..."

Race Face Chester grips offer comfort and control in two diameters.

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.

Castor beans to eyewear? These are made from an unusual compound but their performance speaks for itself.