Pro Bikes
Trans Provence (Micro) Bike Checks
Lots of photos and very few words about the bikes of 7 riders in this years Trans Provence - as well as video from the event...
Installation | First Impressions
2018 Magura MT Trail Sport : Bleed How To & First Impressions
Some early impressions of the Magura MT Trail Sport as well as some tips on how to bleed them as soon as you get them...
Two Packs Reviewed
2 Pack Options: One Back and One Hip
A close look at a medium-sized waterproof hydration pack as well as a small hip pack that also contains a bladder to keep your juices flowing...
FIRST LOOK
2018 Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 70
Brewed in North Vancouver, the new Altitude aims for the same balanced characteristics with an updated list of ingredients.
First Impressions
Canyon SPECTRAL CF 9.0 EX
"Out of any bike I've tested and rolled through my place of employment, by far, this Canyon has caused the most stir..."
Editorial
Why the Fuss about 29ers in DH Racing?
650b wheels were adopted by the DH race community - leaving 26" wheels behind forever - without the consternation and resistance 29ers are seeing...
First Look | Teardown
The NEW Crankbrothers Mallet DH Pedal
The Mallet DH pedal has always been well-received in terms of function but durability and quality of workmanship has been a problem in the past...
First Look
3 New Products For Spring
These are products that aren't yet fully reviewed, but Andrew Major thinks some of you should know about them before summer...
Suspension Tips Video
Measuring Rear Suspension Breakaway Force w Andrextr
It turns out breakaway force is a misunderstood concept and learning how to measure it could help you diagnose suspension issues...
PRODUCT RELEASE
OneUp Jumps Into Pedals
New Horizons for the Squamish-based component company that is honing in on everything to do with your bike's nether zone.
FORUM TESTING ANNOUNCEMENT
SR Suntour Forum testing
Want to be a gear tester? We've partnered with Suntour to give you that chance.
DETAILS AND RIDE IMPRESSIONS
The New Santa Cruz Nomad
The Santa Cruz Nomad 4 features a V10-like shock rate, but climbs like a trail bike. Really.
First Look
Reserve: Santa Cruz's New Carbon Wheels
Santa Cruz started with a blank slate with the goal of building the strongest and most reliable wheels on the market....
PRESS RELEASE
Juliana Goes Big With the New Strega
170mm of gravity devouring carbon fiber goodness.
First Look
Magura 2018 MT Trail Sport Brakes (and more!)
Magura launches a 4 piston/2piston combo and refines the precision engineered line from Germany...
How To
A Compendium of the Best Tubeless Tips
Setting up tubeless could make The Pope cuss, but these tips will help you get everything inflated and sealed up right...
Editorial
Min-Maxing Budget Bikes With Marin
"This is an alternate look at how to spec bikes to get the best performance per dollar, rather than to catch the eye of any fickle consumer..."
Editorial | Review
DVO Edition Intense Recluse/Intense Brand Carbon Wheels
Intense is going to spec 30mm wheels on all trail bikes - and they are going to have house-brand carbon rims to do it...
Review
SKS RideAir Tubeless Inflation System
How do you seat tubeless tires without a compressor or access to power? Here's one way for even stubborn tires...
Which is best; single-pivot, FSR or VPP?
Most suspension bike builders will tell you how and why their system is best. Andre breaks right through the marketing BS to give you the answer...
First Impressions
Box One PushPush Drivetrain (& Cockpit)
Are mountain bikers sick of the two party system - of having to choose between red and blue? Is it time for a fresh start?
Tire Insert Review
CushCore Tire Inserts: Shore Tested
Downhill and Enduro pros have begun to see the benefits of Cushcore - but how are they for those of us who aren't paid to ride...
LONG TERM REVIEW
2017 Trek Remedy 9.9 RSL
Trek's signature trail bike only comes in 27.5 for 2017, but it is as versatile as it is fun.
Review
2017 Marin Hawk Hill
With 120mm travel at both ends and modern aggressive geometry the Marin Hawk Hill is a surprisingly capable bike for US$1500/CDN$1900 and it's heaps of fun to ride.