First Impressions
Introducing The Chromag Signature Dirt Jumper
Chromag's first aluminum-framed hardtail is built to meet the demands of riders pushing the ragged edge - but we're going to try it anyway.
Review
5 Pieces from Chromag's 2024 Apparel Line
Riding Chromag Jerseys, Pants and Gloves through a wet and cold Canadian spring, then a dry and hot Canadian summer.
Creativity meets bike ownership
The 2023 Chromag Show 'n' Shine
Chromag's annual Show 'n Shine is a Toonie race, après, Chromag bike display and one hell of a party - all in one.
EDITORIAL
Zero Darco Thirty
Andrew borrows the mix-matched travel full-suspension-hardtail concept from the Chromag Darco and applies it to his own bike.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Chromag Darco
A hardtail.... with rear suspension?
PRESS RELEASE
The Chromag Darco is Finally Here
Chromag's first adult full suspension bike is a tale a decade in the making. Here is the scoop on the Darco (yup, and the Darco Titanium).
EDITORIAL
Andrew's Five Little Christmas Product Wishes
There's nothing less expensive to buy than a fresh product that doesn't currently exist or a current stalwart that I already own.
Review
Chromag Pilot Clipless Pedals
A solid aluminum clipless pedal from the Whistler brand, intended for aggressive riders.
PRODUCT LAUNCH
Creating the RIZA Stem
Chromag's new bar grabber is a real looker. Take a peek behind the curtain to see how it all came together...
TI CHROMAG DUALLY!
Stuff we saw at Crankworx
No point burying the lead: a Ti Chromag Darco graced the SRAM booth. But we found a few other fun things, too.
REVIEW
Chromag Rift Knee Guard
Style mongers from Whistler set out to make one knee pad to rule them all. Did they succeed?
VIDEO
Makers: North Shore Billet
After twenty years of producing high end bike parts for local customers like Chromag, North Shore Billet's slow and steady approach is still the key to success.
VIDEO
Makers: Chromag
Born on a kitchen table from an idea for a hardtail, Chromag has succeeded and grown, but it's still basically the same Whistler-based company that shuts down on Fridays to go riding.
NEW & DIFFERENT
Best of 2021 - Pete's List
Looking back on a year of hard work and obstacles reveals that 2021 was one of my best ever and a reminder that taking chances and pursuing challenges is a recipe for growth.
TWO-MINUTE REVIEWS
Chromag Wax Grips
Chromag only makes one push-on grip model. It's called the Wax, and here are some thoughts about it.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED GIFTS or GETS
NSMB Gift Guide: Dec 10th
For this week's gift guide, Roggey digs into a pile of goodies he has used and highly recommends.
REVIEW | EDITORIAL
Getting On Gift Giving Early
For some this may be early, but the supply chain is troublesome. Get ahead of the game with domestically made parts, a session with a photographer, or stocking up on consumables like fresh lube.
DREAM BUILDS
Dream Builds - Reader Submission Winner
We've been getting some great submissions from readers - here's our first winner of a Tailored Frame Protection package from RideWrap.
Dream Builds
Phil Szczepaniak's Mix-Wheeled Chromag Surface Ti
Ti bling is the heart of this working horse build which has a very specific cockpit setup…
GIFT LIST 2020
Pete's Gifts for Mountain Bikers
Keep it local, try to go eco, and support the businesses and people that make a difference.
Kovarik's (Big) Flat Pedals For Medals?
Chromag Dagga Pedal Review
How does a wide Q-factor, the largest on paper size and big sharp pins translate to performance on the trail…
Long Term Review
Chromag Phase30 Wheels
It's been well over a year since Andrew handed the Phase30 rims to Trevor Hansen for a thorough beating...
EDITORIAL
Close Your Eyes & Cut Your Bars
Before ditching your old bar, why not cut off a couple of cms and see if your legacy length still works for you with modern bike geometry?
Interview
Developing the Chromag Dagga Pedal
Ian Ritz, Ben Arnott, and Chris Kovarik shed light on the process behind developing their brainchild pedal…