Salsa Blackthorn 145 Bike Review
A compelling mix of adrenaline and adventure. Salsa is coming into the spring riding season hot with two new bikes in the Blackthorn family, the...
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FSA rounds out its range with this gravity-oriented wheelset. We never know when we will do something for the last time, no matter how familiar it...
More drop, less money, no cables. Last week SRAM released their new, wired Transmission and Motive brakes , effectively adding a shift cable back...
Bike Reviews
Pivot Firebird Bike Review
Enduro efficiency. Today Pivot is launching a new Firebird, hot on the heels of the Trailcat SL and LT which dropped earlier this spring. While this...
After taking a decade off from the ASR model, Yeti brought it back. For me, the timing of its arrival couldn’t have been better as sloppy...
It’s been a few years since I had the pleasure of riding the previous Pivot Switchblade. This is a model that has risen to legendary status in...
Component Reviews
Magped Gravity Pedal Component Review
Can magnets bridge the gap between clipless and flat pedals? Magped is no stranger to magnetic pedals. It’s in the name after all. The German...
Imagine moving through the world with the precision and stealth of a ninja, each step meticulously calculated, each movement effortless and poised....
When I first caught wind of the newly released RockShox suspension, I was immediately interested in getting my hands on the upgraded kit. The...
Apparel Reviews
Smith Forefront 3 and Hardline Helmets Helmet Review
An updated classic, and an all-new downhill helmet. This spring, Smith launched two new helmets: the updated Forefront 3, and the brand new Hardline...
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
Updated Specialized Butcher and Eliminator Tires Tire Review
The same tires we loved, now with even more grip. Specialized is coming into the Spring 2025 release season hot with updates to all four of its tire...
A wheelset is one of the most important build considerations for any bike. Various factors including the quality of the hubs, strength of the rims...
I’ve only blown up one wheel in my lifetime (so far). The experience was oddly satisfying—sort of like snapping that first skateboard...
Accessory Reviews
USWE Rush 8L Hydration Vest Accessory Review
There’s something beautifully simple about the right to roam—wandering through nature unencumbered, exploring trails with the freedom that comes from...
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...
The Kid’s Ride Shotgun seat is a front-mounted child’s bike seat that creates a fun, safe and engaging way to introduce riding to a...
