Review: Bolle Trackdown MIPS MTB Helmet : Bermstyle

Review: Bolle Trackdown MIPS MTB Helmet

January 20, 2019 by Jason Van Horn

Bolle’s new Trackdown helmet is their first model specifically designed for mountain biking. Featuring MIPS protection, the Trackdown stands out from the other helmets in our garage with features unique to Bolle. Features AVid Progress EPS foam MIPS Protection Removable 3 position visor Click-to-fit system Sunglasses garage Includes Winter Kit containing Vent Caps and Winter […]

First Rides: Pearl Izumi WRX Jacket and Summit AmFIB Lite Pant

November 15, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

I hate being cold, whether its on the bike or on the couch. Winter is coming, and with days already short, our efforts have been to acclimate to darker and colder outlook. Lucky for me, reps for Pearl sent over the Summit AmFIB Pant, Pearl’s warmest MTB pant, with more ample time to prepare for […]

Winter is Coming: Pant Options for Wet and Cold Winter Bike Riding

October 15, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

Whether you’re a casual or hardcore commuter, road rider or trail rider, it can be hard to motivate when the skies turn dark and gray. Personally, I can handle being wet or cold, but I hate being wet and cold. This year though, I’m going to go back to trying my luck with riding pants. […]

Review: Leatt DBX 1.0 GripR Fracture Glove

October 13, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

When it comes to gloves, I want mine to fit — well, like a glove. They need to hold up under the rigors of regular riding, be comfortable, enhance the grip of the bars and manage heat. But returning to my first point, they need to fit well. Leatt’s DBX 1 GripR Fracture gloves do […]

Review: Leatt DBX 5.0 All Mountain Jacket

September 16, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

The Leatt DBX 5.0 All Mountain Jacket struck my eye the first time I laid my eyes on it. Not only was it my favorite color, but Leatt has consistently put out solid gear that lives up to and surpasses expectations. Best known for being a leader in the protective gear industry, the Leatt product […]

Review: Leatt DBX 2.0 Helmet

July 11, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

Leatt’s newest edition to their helmet line up is the DBX 2.0. Maintaining the aesthetic Leatt has become known for and the emphasis on safety, the feature-packed 2.0 comes in at an affordable $99 price point. Leatt’s DBX 3.0 and the full face convertible DBX 3.0 enduro v2 model have been a frequent go-to for hard […]

Review: Kitsbow Origin Jersey SS

March 21, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

Kitsbow is known for an attention to detail in cycling wear that takes advantage of the best materials available. The Origin short sleeve jersey continues this tradition with clean minimal lines and top quality fabrics in their take on the classic full zipper top. The Origin Collection skews towards the endurance-focused, cross country side of […]

Review: Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro V2 Convertible Helmet

March 18, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

Leatt’s long awaited convertible full face helmet is here and we’ve spent the last few months charging the trails with it. Two helmets in one, it packs twice the punch. Since the initial tease last season, we’ve been looking forward to its release. It is everything we hoped for?

Review: Fox Attack Water Pants

March 3, 2018 by Jason Van Horn

I’ve really taken to riding in pants this year, especially with the rainy season upon us. Pants make post ride clean up a cinch — simply pull them off and voila, your knee pads and shins are still clean — one less thing to deal with post ride. Looking at the options, the Fox Attack […]

Review: Custom Riding Kit from NWT3K

December 3, 2017 by Jason Van Horn

Personalizing your riding gear is now easier than ever thanks to outfits like NWT3K and Stikrd. NWT3K is a new company with a twist: all products are created as one-off pieces based on colors and feature you choose. Dialing your kit to your bike is now just a matter of using their web based customizer […]

Showers Pass Short Sleeve Henley

November 11, 2017 by Jason Van Horn

The Showers Pass Short Sleeve Merino Henley is made of a bamboo-merino blend of fibers that pair the best properties of both materials. Merino wool is renown for its warm, wicking and anti-odor features, and the bamboo adds a soft touch. I’ve been rocking the long sleeve iteration of the Showers Pass henley and as […]

Review: Pearl Izumi MTB WxB Waterproof Shorts

November 6, 2017 by Jason Van Horn

Water proof shorts, socks and shoes are a game changer for surviving winter here in the Pacific Northwest. While we’ve been rocking waterproof shoes, in the last year we’ve been enlightened on the subject of shorts. Last year we posted the Bermstyle Buyers Guide to Waterproof Shorts and since then, our surprise favorite has turned out […]