A Review + Modifications
2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay
Turning one eMTB into three bikes...sort of.
Geometry lessons for the AARP set
A Bit Of A Reach
How much reach is too much reach? How little is enough?
Review
Feedback Sports Team Edition Tool Kit and Unior Pro Tool Roll
Having bike tools is great, having all the tools all in one small, portable kit, can be perfection...
Review
Bell Sanction 2 DLX Full Face Helmet
This is not the super-deluxe, orthodontists-only full face helmet - at least not based on the price...
Review
Hammerhead Karoo 2
A useful tool, just an expensive optical gear display, or an over-connected harbinger of things to come?
First Impressions/Product Launch
OneUp: Aluminum Handlebar and DH Stem
The vibration damping and compliance of the OneUp Components Carbon Handlebar is now available in aluminum
FIRST IMPRESSIONS REVIEW
Introducing the Ibis HD6
The Bird wades firmly into enduro territory with the all-new HD6.
EDITORIAL
3,000,000 Sold
"No one knows what the future holds, but I know card-carrying Shimanophiles who won't buy a bike without SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger."
Pistons & Pivots
Pistons & Pivots - McLovin's 2003 4x4 Chevy Astro and Transition Spire
If this van is rockin', you will be corner shralpin'
PEDAL REVIEW
Hope Union TC Clipless and F22 Flat Pedals
A pair of clipless pedals and a pair of asymetrical flats from Hope Tech.
STUFF
Gear Shots : Previously Reviewed Products Revisited
Andrew looks back at a Kali Invader helmet, a steel chainring that may be in Andrew's will, a pair of lever grips, and an alternate backsweep handlebar...
NOT SO SPY SHOTS
Caleb Holonko's Secret Kona
The alloy frame plus dual crown-friendly bump stops - if that's how it ends up being released - would suggest a budget-conscious long travel Kona aimed at huckers on a budget and park riders.
Long Term Review
2023 Trek Fuel EXe 9.9 XX1 AXS
Mostly good (and great) news but also some niggles after almost a year on Trek's light, whisper-quiet eMTB.
First Look
2023 Rocky Mountain Slayer
Rocky Mountain pulls no punches with the meanest Slayer yet.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Banshee's Enigma Aluminum Hardtail Frame
The Banshee Enigma hardtail is designed to run 140-160mm of travel up front with dual-27” wheels, or 100-130mm travel as a mullet.
First Impressions
2023 Giant Reign Advanced: a First Look
Lots of options, including mullet with the new, highly adjustable Giant Reign.
Shoe Review
Fox Union Clipless and Union Flat Shoes
"The Fox Unions hold their own against the current royalty of clipless and flat pedal shoes..."
Five Products Reviewed
Gear Shots: June 2023
A waxed canvas 'cycling tote,' a hydration waist pack, a puncture sealer, eyewear from Tifosi, and the long lost Cliffhanger helmet from Abus.
REVIEW
Ruminating On Trek's $1650 Roscoe 7
With its great drivetrain, worthy frame, and excellent smile-per-dollar ratio, the Roscoe 7 may be the best value in mountain biking.
First Impressions
Roughly Shod
Dipping A Toe Into 4 models of Giro's Clipless Shoe Line
REVIEW
Akta Apparel - Part 2
Shorts, gloves and knee pads from the new kids on the block.
Review
FiveTen Trailcross Clip Shoes
A shoe to ride and a shoe to walk, all in one. (three rider review)
EDITORIAL
Aluminum Is Actual
Steel hardtail frames can deliver an excellent mix of ride quality and durability. The same goes for carbon and titanium. And, for a well-designed aluminum frame as well.
REVIEW
NF Lightweight Pants, Trail Jacket, Trail Shorts and Knee Pads
Pants, a Trail Jacket and Shorts from NF's "Lightweight" Line, as well as some NF-branded 7iDP kneepads.