Gear

Thoughts on foot position relative to pedal axles and how this might influence bicycle fit.

The German-made SKS Rennkompressor floor pump is lovely both to use and own, and has hardly changed in over 50 years.

"Steampunk" aesthetics and familiar fit: How a used $300 2011 Turner 5 Spot frame went from a niche air-travel rig to regular trail riding.

The Invader is a unique full-face helmet in the way that sound comes through.

The Rocky Mountain Element is a carbon fiber weapon that does it all a bit differently. Just don't call it downcountry!

Crankworx 2022 seemed somewhat devoid of interesting new gear, so here are some things I wish had been seen.

Manage sweat (Wickflow) and hydration (Lifestraw), wide vision eyewear from Ryders and some nice shorts from Chrome.

"OMG! This is the best bike rack ever!" - according to my wife...

Buying a used, or take-off, dropper post to upgrade your budget mountain bike...

Big brawlin' Torque vs go-anywhere Spectral - who brings the business without spoiling the party out back?

A new flagship half lid from the fastest brand in town.

Two flat pedals from Race Face - redesigned in 2022 - reviewed...

A handlebar with holes for wires that is E-rated but designed to be compliant and comfortable.

"Whatever micro-category you'd prefer to assign to them, these bikes are probably the most worthy of the original all-encompassing mantle of... mountain bike."

Tasco - "The Awesome Shirt Company" - matches gloves and socks, but also technical shorts with nice details...

A pair of warm weather shorts with nice attention to detail, big pockets, but one potentially serious flaw...

Top spec and a new battery alignment gives all the power with less bulk.

The OneUp V3 Dropper Post Lever comes in a plethora of colours, has improved leverage and better throw, is more comfortable to use, and comes in a plethora of colours.

Speed, sustainability, shifting mindsets, and thoughts on the new breed of short travel trail bikes.

Mocking up some different water bottle and accessory mounting possibilities on my frame, while considering the potential for more thoughtful stock mounting on every bike...

Can merino wool products be the new Canadian Tuxedo?

It may or may not teach you how to manual like Wyn Masters - but the Tilt Industries Balance Trainer just might make you a better rider...

Andrew discusses expectations for first time mountain bike buyers who don't want break the bank to start riding...

Manitou's new Jack dropper post IS actually BikeYoke's REVIVE dropper post