REVIEW
Ibis Ripmo AF Long, Long Term Review*
A long-assed time on the same bike
REVIEW | TEARDOWN
Pembree D2A Flat Pedals
Pembree's beautifully machined platforms torn down and compared to other boutique small-batch pedals
Oh god not another _________country article
Dadcountry
Dirt Jumping and Pump tracking (on a new Evil Faction II) with junior is a great way to be a good parent and keep your skills sharp...
Review
Crankbrothers-Albek Skytrail 51 L Duffel Bag
A worthy contender for travel bag of the year.
First Impressions
Surfing The Teal Tide
Decision Paralysis - Mike Ferrentino is Twin Testing Yeti's SB120 and SB140.
EDITORIAL
Varying Degrees Of Engagement
Where do fast engaging hubs make a difference to the riding experience.
REVIEW
Leatt 7.0 HydraDri Waterproof Flat Pedal Shoes
This is only the second waterproof flat pedal shoe on the market. Does it stack up to Five Ten's Trailcross GTX?
HEAD TO TOE
Fox Apparel
Emma reviews some new pieces from Fox's apparel line for 2023.
Ridden and Reviewed
Introducing the Forbidden Druid V2
Is this new Forbidden Druid a case of evolution or revolution?
REVIEW
Giro Tack Rubber Shoes: Tracker, Deed and Latch
Giro expands their grippy Tack rubber super-sticky flat pedal shoe lineup to three: The Tracker, Deed, and Latch.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS REVIEW
Enduro Maxhit Stainless Steel Headset
Featuring a stainless steel aesthetic, unique construction, smooth action, a solid guarantee, and bold claims about longevity
Bike Review
A Low Fat Alternative
Hacking the Fezzari Kings Peak for summer use
A Day on the Oso
Riding the Ibis Oso eMTB in Santa Cruz
I had low expectations for this bike - despite an old adage we all learned in elementary school.
REVIEW
Wolf Tooth's Resolve Dropper Post
The Wolf Tooth Resolve is the smooth in any weather, and is fully serviceable with excellent small parts support and manufacturing quality...
The Goodies
Sea Otter Classic Round Up 2023
Special edition bikes from Yeti, Crankbrothers/Commençal, and We Are One as well as bikes from Pole and... Gas Gas?
EDITORIAL
RockShox Recon VS RSD's Rigid Fork
Swapping out the Recon on a Trek Roscoe for a 510 mm axle to crown fork with 0 mm of travel
Review
Shimano S-Phyre Glasses
Two different lenses, a quick change system (that's not quite there) and magnets for simplicity...
REVIEW
OneUp Composite Pedals For Smaller Feet
The new OneUp Composite pedals boast two different pin configurations and a 15% smaller platform than the original.
New Product
P321's Elegant 6-bolt Conversion System
At Sea Otter we are always asked, "what's the best thing you've seen?" Six-Lock was the winner for 2023.
DOES THE FUTURE HAVE FEWER GEARS PT IX
Shimano Inadvertently Upgrades Friction Shifting
Andrew discovers the best friction shifting setup in the history of bicycles.
Product Release and First Look
Yeti SB135 & SB135 Lunch Ride
Tweener wheels are still rolling - and there's even a low fat option
REVIEW
Wolf Tooth's New ReMote Pro Dropper Post Lever
Wolf Tooth's ReMote popularized high-quality, cartridge-bearing pivot, aftermarket dropper post remotes and now they've upped the ante.
Review
Lazer Coyote KinetiCore Helmet
A top rating from Virginia Tech, lots of vents, and a great price are highlights - but Karin was happiest about another feature...
REVIEW
Bell Falcon XR & XRV MIPS Evolve Helmets
These casual-looking open-faced helmets bring breathability, a blinky light, and MIPS Evolve to the table.