REVIEW
Pearl Izumi Summit AmFIB Alpha pants and Santini Ovis jacket
Both of these pieces use Polartec fabrics to keep you warm and cozy for cold weather riding.
REVIEW
Smith Pursuit Eyewear
Backcountry glacier glasses for MTB?! Smith's ski sunnies aren't only for snow.
Review
7mesh Airmap S2S Vest and Cache Anorak
We have another vest lover in our midst but the Anorak is more difficult to tame and praise...
REVIEW
7mesh Grit Wet Weather Pants
7mesh started with a clean slate for a new soggy days pant that is NOT made from Gore-Tex
REVIEW
Devinci Chainsaw GX Part II - First Rides & Future Plans
Checking in on the (now-mulleted) High Pivot + Idler (HP+I) Devinci Chainsaw
What Andrew's Packing
Occam's Backpack - The Simplest Solution Is Bring Everything
The EVOC Trail Pro 16 pack is comfortable climbing and descending even when overloaded.
EDITORIAL
Andrew's 'Vest' Of 2023
Andrew's best of 2023 piece isn't solely focused on vests...
Let's Get Nerdy
What's the Difference Between Bio-Based and Biodegradable?
The two terms mean very different things. Understanding both will help you make better decisions about things you use and buy. Bonus: bio-based products = more loam!
Fork DIY
Burnishing (Sizing?) Your Fork Bushings with RMS Tools
Everything on social media about "burnishing" bushings to make your fork smoother, makes it sound irresistible
REVIEW
Yep, That's Still Rad!
Andrew hits on some updates for five products - with full reviews coming in 2024
Review
Shimano MW702 Winter Shoes
Shimano's new waterproof and warm SPD boots are an essential tool to brave winter riding.
Preview
PUSH SV Eight
Half the price of the lauded ElevenSix, but twice as much as Fox or RockShox, made in-house in Loveland, Colorado
Review
45NRTH Ragnarok BOA Boots
Inspired by the gods but made for humans, these 45NRTH winter boots might be perfect for North Shore winters
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Devinci Chainsaw GX Super Enduro
The Chainsaw Enduro+ rig carries forward a Made-in-Quebec a long travel high pivot plus idler platform legacy - and it can even become a DH bike
REVIEW
Panzer Aggressive Inserts
Panzer's newest insert is designed for Enduro, DH and eMTB - all while weighing around 145 grams
REVIEW
Formula Cura Brakes | Two-Piece Lever Blade Upgrade
Pick them up on their own or have the new two-piece CNC-machined lever blades installed on a new set of Formula Cura 4 brakes
Review
Reform Tantalus Saddle
Could the Reform Tantalus be the last saddle you'll buy - after you mould it to your buttocks?
Review
Suunto 9 Peak Pro Wrist Watch
Beyond the beautiful design and vibrant kale background lies a story of frustration, bodily harm and lost fitness.
REVIEW
We Are One Arrival Wrap-Up
It's a We Are One wrap-up with all the Arrival models showing their best looks and a special focus on the longest travel A170
Review
Rossignol Mandate Shift XT eMTB
The winter gear company serves up premium performance at a pedestrian price
Press Release
North Shore Billet Announces Canadian Made Idler Pulleys
Alloy and steel replacement idler pulley options for high-pivot bikes…
REVIEW
Rapha Trail Gore-Tex Pants
Gore-Tex fabric comes with certain guarantees in terms of construction, design, waterproofing and quality; and also in terms of a lofty price.
REVIEW
Shimano Flat Pedal Shoes: GF400 or GF600?
Shimano's GF400 and GF600 flat pedal shoes share many features but they play a little differently on the trail - and one is 50% pricier
REVIEW
Leatt WindBlock 2.0 Wet-Winter Gloves (an update)
Working between a pair of size large WindBlock 2.0 gloves, and breaking in a pair of mediums for a tighter fit.