Contributions by Andrew Major

Rocky brings progressive geometry to entry-level mountain bikes - starting at 1000 USD/1250 CAD...

CushCore brings the concept of 'tire suspension' to tire widths from 2.6″ to 3.0″ and inner rim widths 32mm to 45mm.

If you're tackling the wet and greasy this winter please don't forget to let your bike breathe...

The quality weatherproof construction and highly adjustable fit make the Showers Pass RainSlinger 3.5L hip pack a solid choice - even for hip pack doubters...

Fresh clip-in kicks from Bontrager, updated 7050 arms for Race Face Aeffect cranks, and a WTB tire that I hope works as well in the wet as it does in the dry...

My fourth experience with the siren's seduction of better traction, fewer rim strikes, and more progressive tire ramp-up...

Some pro bikes, fancy Italian brakes and even a suspension handlebar...

Micro Spline options, new rings, tools that magically stick to your bike with magnets, bearings over bushings and more...

The new Highline gets a faster return, a longer warranty, an optional lever and a lower price...

The first in a three-part series of the gear and trends that caught my eye at the 2019 edition of Crankworx Whistler.

" On my first ride down I hit the same trails I usually ride on test bikes that cost many times its price..."

While some folks are simply too cool to ever consider this pack - CamelBak has a killer product in their well vented Chase Bike Vest...

A fully rebuildable top-of-the-line dropper from PNW - available in up to 200mm of drop with a sweet lever...

One of four options in Crankbrothers' cleat program serves up a reduced release angle and a more positive release point...

Made in the USA by a small outfit in Grand Rapids, Michigan; I've badly beaten these polished PLUS-sized beauties...

High level build quality and spec make for a kids' single speed made to be ridden a ton and passed from one happy rider to another.

Meet new friends, get some weight off your back, and keep your tools dry - Wolf Tooth's roll-top bag does it all.

Serviceability and aftersale support puts these low-budget pedals in a class of their own.

After riding Magura's 4+2 Trail disc brakes with great results, how would their most budget brake system compare...

It isn't fair to call the Carbon Chameleon a 'jack of all trades' because it's also the master of some...

Whether it's working weekends on the sales floor four months a year, or turning wrenches part-time, working in the right bike shop can be an awesome retirement gig.

Sometimes cleaning up the shop delivers a fresh take on an old(er) product. Worst case scenario it's nice having a clean shop and I usually find enough change for a case of beer!

The Trace 36 HLR looks pretty on the inside and can give you a coil-like ride - but it's not so well suited to riders of every weight class...

Breathe fresh life into an old bike, or beef up the terrain-profile on a new one - for many riders the Works Components Angleset could be the best $100 upgrade on the market...