Editorial
What To Pack: Winter Edition
Andrew Major likes to be prepared but he prefers not to carry TOO much weight - here's his delicate balance of gear...
TWO-MINUTE REVIEWS
Ergon GE1 Evo Slim Grips
The GE1 is an enduro grip - which is not to be confused with a DH grip (the GD1) - but they'll get your elbows out all the same...
2 Minute Review
Orange Seal - VersaValves Tubeless Valve Stems
Valve stems get clogged, hamper air flow and often look cheap - but Orange Seal is out to change that...
2018 Pivot Mach 6
PIVOT - Back To Aluminum and Fresh Geo
Aluminum is back for the Mach 6 and geometry goes lower, slacker and longer...
Teardown
Project 321 Hub Teardown
Project 321 Hubs display high-level attention to detail, pretty colours and CNC engraved logos...
Product Review
SQLab 611 Ergowave Saddle
Along with other strong features the 611 Ergowave has a unique approach to absorbing shock - and it's even adjustable...
Long Term Review
Crankbrothers Mallet DH Pedals
Long term and thorough - these pedals get mounted on several bikes and clipped into with three pairs of shoes...
Product Release
2018 Crankbrothers Stamp 3 Pedals
The Stamp line has grown to 4 models and includes a $300 ti spindle model and a nicely designed $100 version endorsed by Danny MacAskill...
EDITORIAL
Min-Maxing Cockpit Spec
High priced bikes often come with expensive brand-name cockpit parts that are rarely perfect for the Joe Or Jo rider...
Crankworx 2017
3 Ways To Hydrate With CamelBak 2018
Camelbak introduces a pair of new packs and a new hydration bumbag that may get straps off your shoulders for good...
REVIEW
e*thirteen TRS+ Dropper Post Review
A 4-position coil dropper post, fully user serviceable, at a reasonable price.
Crankworx 2017
Clean Up Your Cockpit With Scott Bikes
Scott bikes and Syncros components were showing off some interesting components, and some very refined details in their 2018 lineup, which was partly on display at Crankworx in Whistler.
Editorial
Sweating The Small Things at Crankworx 2017
Unique details that stand out in a sea of similar products and services.
FIRST LOOK
e*thirteen's New 511% TRS+ 11-speed Cassette
e-thirteen fires another cassette-based salvo with an 11-speed wide-range option.
Crankworx Gear 2017
Specialized SWAT CC Steerer Tube Tool
This has to be the handiest multi-tool placement ever - and perhaps the most clever...
Re-Review
Trek Stache 29+ Retrial
A few changes have altered Andrew's impression of the Stache so dramatically that a new review was in order...
REVIEW
Defying Convention: SQlab 12º and 16º Sweep Bars
Virtually every mountain biker rides handlebars with sweep between 7 and 9 degrees but is that actually the sweet spot for everyone?
Teardown
Marin and Polygon's Naild R3ACT Suspension System
The system Marin and Polygon are using is so unlike other bikes that people mistake it for an e-bike - so let's take a look under the hood...
REVIEW
Lake MX 332 - Shoes For Wide Feet
If you have trouble finding SPD shoes that fit your feet Lake might have what you are looking for...
REVIEW | TECH
Do Plus Tires Need Plus Rims?
Mavic claims that up to 76mm (3.0") tires are compatible with 28mm rims but skepticism was thick in the air around here...
Review
Race Face Aeffect Wheels - Who Needs Carbon?
"Any time a component is terminal and a rider feels they've gotten excellent value I think it's high praise indeed..."
EDITORIAL
The Tale Of Turbo Levo Man
"Maybe he's an ex-rider looking for an accessible way to re-introduce himself to a sport he's long loved..."
REVIEW
Race Face Aeffect Cranks: Boxing Above Their Weight
Why does Pivot spec Aeffect cranks on their US $7400 Firebird and other models? Andrew Major wanted to know as well...
REVIEW
e*thirteen TRSr Carbon Cranks
Despite an early failure with the first set Andrew Major came away impressed with e13's top of the line cranks...