8 Front Fenders for your MTB
Fenders For Fall (and Winter)
A fender mounted to your fork is an inexpensive way to keep your vision clear while keep excess muck off your precious steed...
Uncle Dave went to Croatia and you're really not going to like it - Part 2
Uncle Dave and the (gasp!) 2019 Turbo Levo
A trip to Croatia was too much to pass up - and so Dave had fun with electricity - and this is your cue to start yelling....
Uncle Dave went to Croatia and you're absolutely going to hate the conclusions he formed while there - Part 3
Uncle Dave E-Explains Himself
"My impulse is to drag myself into the backyard so I can repeatedly punch myself in the face for talking about this again..."
Poor Prep Will Bite you in the Ass
A Disgrace to Mountain Biking
When one flat tire turns into four, preparation has to be spot on. If not get to walk out - or at least have a 10 spot handy...
REVIEW
e13 TRS+ 12-Spd Upgrade Reviewed
After several months of use the verdict is in on e*thirteen's kit to boost your 11-spd SRAM drivetrain to 12 with 511% range...
Product Spotlight
Ceramic Speed: A Pivot REVOLUTION!
Solid lubricant pivot bearings by Ceramic Speed could outlast your frame if the longevity claims are true...
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...