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Assembling a Titanium MTB dream machine: Binary Bicycles Maniak HP – First Review

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The Binary Maniak is a titanium mountain bike hardtail frame that features progressive geometry. Created in a limited batch run, the Maniak frame features a unique story; it was essentialy designed and created to be ‘the ultimate modern MTB hardtail.’ For those unfamiliar with the Arizona-based brand, Binary Bicycles is a small bike company that […]

Review: Tiibo Vacuum Insulated Sports Bottle

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The Tiibo water bottle is made using double wall vacuum insulated stainless steel for temperature retention, keeping hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold. Though insulated stainless steel bottles have been common accessories in the day to day lives of many of us, plastic bottles are still the go-to for many cyclists, as they’re lighter […]

Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Cyclist

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When it comes to gift ideas for our favorite cyclists, we’re big fans of those every ride carry trail side essentials that are often overlooked, as well as those pre-and post ride accessories that enhance the riding experience. Plus stuff great on road trips, and general bike life. If you’re looking for some gift ideas, […]

Review: Stio Pinion Down Hooded Jacket

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A down jacket is a staple piece for the Pacific Northwest lifestyle. I’ve been on the hunt for a good lightweight packable down jacket for a while, and was stoked to get my hands on the Stio Pinion Down Hooded jacket. For those unfamiliar with Stio, they were founded in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, a community […]

Upgrades: Cascade Components Turbo Levo Alloy Long Shock Kit Review

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Cascade Components is best known for designing and manufacturing aftermarket links that improve leverage ratios for aggressive riding. Their aftermarket links are designed to improve bottom-out resistance as well as small bump sensitivity; many of their models also increase the rear suspension travel. Looking for a solution to the harsh bottom outs I’ve been experiencing […]

Review: SDG Components Bel-Air V3 Max Saddle

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After spending the summer on the SDG Components Bel-Air V3 Max saddle, it’s time to admit I have a few favorite perch. It’s not terribly surprising, as I’ve professed a fondness for the Bel-Air series of saddles for years. Essentially, the V3 Max is an iteration of the Bel-Air platform that has been optimized to […]

McMinnville Gravel Adventure Ride

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If you enjoy exploring backcountry roads by bike, you might be interested in checking out McMinnville, Oregon’s cycling scene. I recently participated in BikePOC’s PNW Adventure Celebration ride and was able to experience miles of their routes first hand. A cycling event presented in conjunction with BikePOC PNW, Visit McMinnville and Cycle Yamhill County, the […]

A walk through the Made Bike Show

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The Made bike shop showcased efforts from frame builders as well as cycling products produced domestically and attracted thousands of bike geeks, gravel riders, and hardtail enthusiasts, to congregate on the Portland waterfront to walk its dimly lit hall. Dozens of beautifully crafted bicycles were on display, and even if you weren’t currently in the […]

Made Bike Show: Monē Bikes & Velo Orange

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The Made Bike Show took place this weekend and though the handmade bikes were the stars of the show, I came to it hoping to discover new accessories for the handmade (and small batch production) bikes I already own. Two products from Mone Bikes and Velo Orange stood out as must-see accessories. Monē Bikes Light […]

Timothy Lake, Mt Hood – MTB & SUP Camping Destination

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Timothy Lake is located in the Mt. Hood National Forest, approximately 1.5-2 hours southeast of Portland. Managed by Portland General Electric in conjunction with the Forest Service, the lake features scenic views of Mt. Hood on clear days. Available for recreation use for camping ($26/night) as well as day use ($10), the area is popular […]

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