Helmets, shoes and gloves edition (Reviews - sort of)
Random MTB Gear Given to Uncle Dave
Dave has been stockpiling gear just so he could write about it for his faithful audience - Shoes from 5:10 and Specialized, gloves from Gore and Specialized and a helmet from...
Long-Term Review
Rat-bagging the 2019 FOX 36 GRIP2 & FLOAT X2
How does the 2019 Fox suspension compare to the award-winning 2018 models? AJ Barlas dives into the updated technology and ride characteristics...
Product Review
Formula Cura Brakes Reviewed
These made in Italy brakes serve up a lot of power with only two pistons per caliper, and the feathery feel is unmatched...
Product Preview/Ride Report
Introducing Ride Concepts Footwear (Plus Livewire Review)
New shoe brands in MTB are rare - but Ride Concepts has come prepared with a surprisingly good flat pedal shoe - with clipless to come later...
2 Minute Reviews | Editorial
The Surprising Bontrager SE2 29x2.6" Team Issue TLR Tire
This isn't a tire for the timid but it may roll very quickly and put a smile on your face just as fast...
Product Spolight
Manitou and Hayes Plotting a Comeback
Once Hayes and Manitou were at the top of the heap - these products make it clear they are serious about getting back there...
Mid-term Review
Scott MTB Comp Shoes AND Time Speciale Pedals
Time's new Enduro focussed shoe, with screw-in pins and a large platform are a nice pairing for Scott's versatile, high-value trail shoe...
PRESS RELEASE
Introducing the New Yeti SB 150
Yeti's most aggressive 29er yet has arrived...
2 Minute Reviews
Kali Interceptor Helmet Reviewed
Kali's unique approach to helmet foam makes venting difficult - but you can get the best of both worlds for a price...
Pro Bikes
Josh Bryceland's EWS Whistler Santa Cruz Bronson
A close look at the bikes of the Rat, Loosedawg and Iago Garay as they were ridden in the Whistler EWS...
REVIEW
SR Suntour Durolux RC2 29'er Fork Reviewed
The Durolux is priced in below most other forks with similar features - but can it compete in ride quality and durability...
Brand New Everything
Forbidden Bike Company's High Single Pivot Trail Bike
The new Canadian company is looking to shake things up with a long chain and a currently unnamed trail bike…
Review
Crash Testing The New Dainese Enduro Knee Guard
Can these new Dainese pads offer DH protection in a comfortable, lighter-weight trail package…
First Impressions
Riding Pole's Machine in Whistler
Taking the CNC machined, bolted-together Machine frame down the first stage of EWS Whistler...
First Impressions/Teardown
X-Fusion Trace 36 HLR Teardown
The X-Fusion Trace 36 HLR undercuts the competition in the long-travel, high performance 29er fork game...
First Impressions/Release
2019 Giant Trance 29 - Ridden in Italy
Can Giant's new, aggressive, short travel Trance 29er can hang with bigger bikes? They think so...
Long-Term Review
Race Face Next R Carbon Cranks Reviewed
A long problem-free test period the post ride inspection was almost perfect - but not quite....
REVIEW
Silca T-RATCHET + TI-TORQUE KIT Reviewed
This compact and useful tool speeds up bike work while helping keep your newton metres in the target range...
2 Minute Reviews
TiGr Titanium Mini Lock
Sometimes you want to lock your bike to grab a quick beer - something secure and highly portable could help you quench that thirst...
REVIEW
Shimano's Michelin-Clad GR9 Shoes
Can Shimano's use of Michelin rubber put the GR9 in contention with Five Ten for flat pedal traction...
2 Minute Reviews
The High Value Leatt DBX 2.0 Helmet
Leatt's DBX 3.0 has lower-priced sibling that serves up many of the same features for 70 USD less...
Two-Minute Review
Renthal's Fatbar V2 Ridden
Renthal's wider Fatbar also comes in black, but that's not all there is to the new alloy bar…
REVIEW
SQLab 610 Ergolux Active Saddle
If you have had a hard time zeroing in on a comfortable saddle, particularly as seat angles become increasingly steep, this could be the throne for you...
First Impressions
The All New Norco Aurum HSP DH Bike
Norco's new 29er DH bike is Norco's most radical DH design to date and the idler pulley-equipped steed is getting World Cup results...