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Nick Legan May 01, 2017Schwalbe uses good rubber. But if there was an opportunity for improvement, durability on rocky terrain was it. Now the German tire maker says it’s addressed that and much more with its new Addix rubber compound.
Read More »Trailcraft Cycles unveils new models for wee ones
Justin Wages May 01, 2017Faced with a lack of quality options for kid-sized bikes that sport high quality components, Trailcraft Cycles set out to build the type of bike that we’d all want to ride if we could turn back the life clock and return to our youth.
Read More »8 new pedals for XC, trail, and enduro riding
Saris Mercanti April 30, 2017In the market for new pedals? Here are seven of our favorites from Crankbrothers, Xpedo, OneUp, Kona, Deity, and VP.
Read More »The Canyon showroom experience
Jason Sumner April 28, 2017The world’s best known consumer direct bike seller was on hand at Sea Otter showing off the full breadth of its impressive product line. They really do have something for everyone.
Read More »Five new (and cool) dropper posts
Saris Mercanti April 28, 2017In the hunt for a new dropper post? Here are five new options from some of the best in the business.
Read More »Terrene McFly 2.8 tire is do-it-all option
Paul Andrews April 28, 2017Terrene, a six-month-old, three-person startup out of Minneapolis, was on hand at Sea Otter showing off the McFly, a “rider-centric” all-around 2.8” mountain bike tire.
Read More »G-Form shows Elite Knee and Elbow Guards, plus Padded Bib
John Shafer April 28, 2017G-Form makes body protection not body armor. The distinction is that body armor sounds (and often is) heavy, hot, and uncomfortable. Body protection doesn’t need to be any of those things. Find out why.
Read More »Elite Fly water bottle saves weight the affordable way
Zach White April 27, 2017Looking to shave every gram possible, right down to searching for the lightest bottle available? Well you’re in luck. Elite Fly water bottles tip the scales at a mere 43 grams.
Read More »Giro expands MTB apparel line with Havoc and Arch shorts
Zach White April 27, 2017Giro’s new mountain bike clothing line veers away from their casual look, but still has cool and casual look.
Read More »Lauf Grit delivers 30mm of speed-enhancing suspension
Jeni Boltshauser April 27, 2017The Lauf fork is arguably the most unconventional cycling fork on the market, but it certainly has its fans who appreciate the low weight and ride enhancing suspension.
Read More »Orange Mountain Bikes making way to USA
John Bennett April 27, 2017Offering a wide range of bikes, from modern geometry hardtails to full-on downhill sleds, there is a new player in the U.S. market. Orange Mountain Bikes is coming to America.
Read More »Focus Jam trail bike a departure from usual XC focus
Mtbr April 27, 2017Germany’s Focus is better known in the U.S. for their support of cyclocross and XC racing, but the brand is now also gunning to capture a piece of the ever-expanding trail bike market.
Read More »Julbo Aero sunglasses with Zebra Light Red lenses and more
John Bennett April 27, 2017Eyewear company has new sunglasses and goggles with a photochromic lens tint option aimed at the mountain bike crowd.
Read More »Cleary Bikes has impressive line-up for kids
Justin Wages April 27, 2017With immense attention to detail, Cleary is creating truly child specific bikes that will fit your grom correctly and provide features that help them learn to ride and rip.
Read More »Project 321 rear hub with variable sound
Francis Cebedo April 26, 2017Project 321 recently launched a very ingenious rear freehub design using magnets instead of traditional pawls. The drive system uses six magnetic pawls with 216 points of engagement for an incredibly quick 1.66 degree hub engagement.
Read More »Yakima introduces versatile Dr. Tray hitch rack
Jason Van Horn April 26, 2017New rack compatible with wheel sizes from 26 to 29er (and 700c), and able to accommodate tire widths from 23mm road rubber to massive 5-inch fatbike tires.
Read More »Bontrager Line Pro Carbon wheelsets
Francis Cebedo April 26, 2017Bontrager has been quietly improving their wheel line from the hub to the rim. This year though, they went big with carbon wheels at a mind-blowing price of $1200 a pair for the All Mountain wheels and $700 a pair for the XC wheels.
Read More »iXS Trail XC helmet sheds weight, increases ventilation
Jason Van Horn April 26, 2017iXS has a new budget-priced trail helmet and two upper body protection options that slip on below your jersey.
Read More »Topeak Ninja bottle cage and much more
Zach White April 26, 2017Adding to their Ninja product platform of concealed tools introduced last year, Topeak is offering updated versions of the line, plus a new tools, a floor pump, and more.
Read More »Magura HC3 lever blade and MT Trail Sport brakes
Francis Cebedo April 25, 2017Magura’s brakes have incredible power and modulation but their levers were a little long and dated as riders have moved on to shorter, one-finger levers. At Sea Otter, they showed us their latest lever, the HC3 which is a pretty fascinating piece of German engineering.
Read More »Video: Specialized Build Your Dream Stumpjumper program
Francis Cebedo April 25, 2017At the high end of the market, folks like having options with their component selections. It adds a personalized touch and optimizes the bike for the riders style and terrain.
Read More »Jared Graves & Jill Kintner win the 2017 Sea Otter Classic Downhill
John Shafer April 25, 2017Big crowds, perfect temperatures and a fast, dry course made for a great downhill race at this year’s Sea Otter Classic. Trail bikes and 29ers were the tools of choice for the top racers with Jill Kintner and Jared Graves coming out on top.
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