Devinci Troy Bike Review
My rides on the new Devinci Troy have underscored why the Canadian bike maker has marketed this model as a “quiver killer.” With 160...
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Judging by the frequent requests for a review of the Forbidden Druid on our YouTube comments section, this bike has captured the attention of a large...
Asheville, North Carolina is a city where nature’s grandeur meets human ingenuity. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this...
Bike Reviews
Orbea Occam LT Bike Review
The Orbea Occam LT seems as if it was purpose-built for my natural riding style. I prefer a bike that can climb efficiently up steep terrain while...
Every time a shorter travel bike rolls into Freehub Media headquarters, I can’t help but get a little bit excited. My one-bike quiver is a 170-...
The all-new Trek Slash is beefed up in celebration of its sixth iteration. This fresh design features an oversized, 19-tooth idler pulley and a high-...
Component Reviews
OneUp V3 Dropper Post Component Review
Before the modern marvels of mountain biking technology graced our trails, the ancient riders of yore engaged in a time-honored tradition. This wasn...
Only a few hundred years ago, an Italian man named Galileo found himself in hot water for promoting the controversial idea that the earth revolves...
I’ve heard that when the Apollo 11 Lunar Module Eagle landed on the moon, people ran outside to try and see the spectacle with their own eyes....
Apparel Reviews
Patagonia Dirt Craft Women's Bottoms Apparel Review
Sensible, adaptable, and sustainable mountain bike apparel is always in style. This is what Patagonia consistently delivers with its clothing and...
Security on the bike means many things to many riders—defense in challenging terrain, confidence when trying new features, or insurance in the...
The world of products claiming dual or even multiple functionalities sometimes appears too good to be true. Can a single liquid truly take on the...
Wheel & Tire Reviews
Continental Kryptotal & Argotal Tires Tire Review
In college, I nearly failed Chemistry 101 because I struggled to memorize the periodic table of elements. Being forced to learn all those funky names...
You can’t ride a bike without wheels. There are only a few things that are truly essential when it comes to riding your bike; wheels being two...
Carbon wheels are polarizing. Since the very first hoop was baked into the world, people too have formed opinions on them across the gamut. Early...
Accessory Reviews
GoPro Hero12 Black Camera Review
When Bill Gates proclaimed, "Content is king," back in 1996, he tapped into a future truth about our digital society. Today, this phrase...
Balance is everything, in life as well as when shooting photos on a ride. We photographers often find ourselves sacrificing the fun of a ride if we...
Short of coaxing along an actual packhorse, I prefer to be over-prepared on a ride. Do you need a pump? Use mine. A snack? Take your pick. Would you...
