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Next-generation MTB Drivetrains — is direct mount the future of the rear derailleur?

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At a recent MTB gathering, a group of us were circled around the new SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS transmission groupset, and as you could imagine, it dominated the discussion. The new T-type drivetrain is making waves due to its stout-looking hangerless, direct mount interface. The latest in MTB innovation, the rear SRAM derailleur (there […]

Review: SDG Components Comp Pedals

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SDG Components is best known for the line of saddles and dropper posts, but their lineup also includes grips. Last year they added a platform pedal to the collection – the Comp Pedal. Made from a composite material for the body, and a cromoly spindle, the profile has a classic flat BMX style shape as […]

Review: PNW Components Loam Dropper Post Lever (v2)

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The PNW Components dropper post lever, AKA the Loam Lever, is one of the best-feeling dropper levers we’ve had the pleasure to use to actuate an adjustable height seat post. The Loam Lever Gen 2 is an updated version of the design and receives an additional mounting position to the lever body and increased spacing […]

Review: Enduro Bearings Maxhit Stainless steel bottom bracket

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Enduro Bearings is a company founded to improve upon the shortcomings of bicycle bearing technology, and this design philosophy is exemplified in the MAXhit Bottom Bracket. Created to provide elevated performance and longevity from your stock bottom bracket, the MAXhit Enduro Bearings Bottom bracket is machined from 440C stainless steel. Stronger than the stock aluminum […]

Review: Enve Alloy Mountain Stem

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There’s something about a great looking stem, and the Enve Alloy Mountain Stem is certainly a looker. 3D forged then machined out of aluminum, it’s a nice balance of lightweight and reliability. As I often find myself staring at my bars and stem, having this crown jewel mounted to my steerer is a pleasure. Features […]

Review: SQ Lab Innerbarends 411

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SQLab Innerbarends are exactly what you might think, are based on the slightly confusing name- they’re bar ends designed to be mounted inside of your grips, creating an alternative hand position that adds comfort on long days in the saddle. With many riser handlebars offering additional degrees of sweep, placing the alternate hand position closer […]

SDG Tellis Dropper Lever + 170mm Adjustable Seat Post Long Term Review

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SDG’s newly released Tellis adjustable dropper post lever improves on the cable camp design of the previous iteration. In addition, it adds adjustability and compatibility for both Shimano iSpec as well as SRAM’s matchmaker systems. The ergonomics of the thumb paddle have also been improved, with improved ergonomics, and additional texturing for ease of actuation. […]

Review: PNW Components Range Handlebar

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When the PNW Components Range bar hit my radar I had to try one. It boasts a slight increase in the sweep from typical rise bars intended to increase wrist and back comfort without compromising performance handling. It looked like a viable solution for alleviating discomfort on high mileage multi-surface XC/ all road style rides. […]

Review: Cascade Components Transition Link

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It’s become more and more common to see Cascade Components linkages mounted on Transition bikes at our local trailhead, for good reason. Several of the Bermstyle crew have been running them — on the Transition V1 Sentinel and V3 Patrol — and after several months of shredding trail, we’re in agreement that for aggressive riders, […]

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