REVIEW
Hayes Dominion Brakes: 2-Piston VS. 4-Piston
A hand-to-hand competition between Hayes Dominion 4-piston brakes and their lighter 2-piston counterpart.
REVIEW
We Are One Arrival A130 & A140
It's A130 versus A140 as Andrew evaluates each We Are One Arrival configuration...
REVIEW
Showers Pass EcoLyte Elite Weatherproof Vest
The EcoLyte Elite is a 3-layer weatherproof breathable vest with a 100% recycled face fabric and liner. And no sleeves.
EDITORIAL
What's Up Buttercups?
If you’ve been building up (RockShox) Buttercups, they may let you down. Marketing messed you around but I love them still.
REVIEW
NSBillet Talon Cranks
North Shore Billet manufactures their EFBE-tested Talon crankset in-house in Whistler, BC.
Editorial
Game Of Forks
Like a modern hardtail, We Are One's Arrival platform will happily wear a fork from 140mm to 170mm in several rear suspension set ups
FIRST IMPRESSIONS REVIEW
The 9Point8 Fall Line Dropper (An Inch Is Everything)
For riders who seek a rearward offset for their seatpost - this might be the only game in town...
Crankworx 2023
Four Things No One Saw At Crankworx 2023
Jeopardy Time: T-Type DH, new Saint brakes, Fox 40 single crown, and a BoXXer-equipped Doctahawk. What are four things no one saw at Crankworx 2023?
REVIEW
CushCore Trail Inserts
Balancing weight, cornering and bottom-out support, Cushcore Trail could be a sweet spot for many riders...
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Manitou Mattoc Pro - A Fork For "XC-Racing To Light-Enduro"
The Mattoc Pro features Manitou's a precise 34mm stanchion chassis, and 110mm to 150mm travel covering a wide range of applications…
EDITORIAL | REVIEW
For (Just) A Few Bucks More
Sometimes reviewing bicycle products is a case of good and bad. Sometimes it's something else altogether.
EDITORIAL
SRAM's Potential UBG
New SRAM T-Type drivetrains come with a BMX-style bash guard. Could it become a Universal Bash Guard chainring standard?
FIRST IMPRESSIONS | EDITORIAL
Transmission For (A Bit) Less - SRAM T-Types GX
The new SRAM GX Transmission delivers the same thoughtlessly smooth shifting as the three more expensive T-Type options, but there's even more to it...
FIRST IMPRESSIONS | TEARDOWN
Stan's M-pulse Hubs & Flow CB7 Carbon Rims
Bead Seat Technology, tubeless setup, asymmetric rim design, and an understated finish highlight CB7 carbon rims while fast engaging M-pulse hubs are the cherry on top...
RELEASE | EDITORIAL
We Are One Arrival Updates: UDH & Mullet Inserts
We Are One announces UDH & Mullet compatibility and Andrew lays out plans to compare the Arrival 170, 152, and 130.
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."
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...
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.
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.
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 | TEARDOWN
Pembree D2A Flat Pedals
Pembree's beautifully machined platforms torn down and compared to other boutique small-batch pedals
EDITORIAL
Varying Degrees Of Engagement
Where do fast engaging hubs make a difference to the riding experience.
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