Wide bars offer the fit and control riders like on mountain bikes with modern geometry, but after a few hours of pedaling, we find that it isn’t always the most comfortable on our wrists. Although there are a few options for swept-back bars, many of the options are heavy or just straight up look a […]
How to Install Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brakes – Tips & Tricks
Installing hydraulic disc brakes can be difficult without the knowledge or experience needed for proper setup. However, if you’re mechanically inclined, simply bolting them on isn’t very difficult; it’s having the correct tools, accessories, and the fine-tuning and adjustments that can prove challenging. That said, a bit of know-how and experience can save you a […]
Endura MT500 Burner Pant II
Endura’s MT500 Burner Pant II has a proper amount of pockets, a ratchet waist adjuster, and a reputation for durability and staying put.
Shimano Deore Updated with Wide Range 12,11, & 10 Speed Options — Why You Should Care
Shimano Deore 12 Speed has arrived, bringing the technology initially found in the flagship XTR group to a price point more commonly found on “entry-level” bikes. For most riders, it isn’t news that will affect them — not right away at least. Trickle-down tech isn’t a new concept; last year SLX dropped in a 12-speed […]
Kids Mountain Bikes: Which One Should I Buy?
Are you looking for a mountain bike for the kids but don’t know where to start? We get it. Bikes are a big purchase no matter the size of the rider, and you only want to make it once. Kids mountain bikes are smaller, sure, but the price tag can still be pretty hefty! If […]
The Diamondback Release 4C Carbon is only $2800 right now
At $2799.98, the Diamondback Release 4C carbon complete bike is quite possibly one of the best values for a new bike at the moment. The full carbon monocoque frame is shod with 27.5″ wheels, (threaded BB!) and features Fox Performance Float suspension at both ends. Shifting duties are handled by SRAM’s NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, […]
The 2020 Transition Sentinel is Here – First Rides & Comparisons (+Patrol Shoot-Off)
The 2020 Transition Sentinel is here — and wow, is she a looker. The new iteration of the 29″ wheel aggressive all-arounder keeps everything that made the previous bike great, with minor tweaks to fine-tune the ride quality. It now features a new look, with sharper lines that continue the new design aesthetic first introduced […]
Inner Bar Ends for MTB Handlebars? Three Options for Alternative Hand Positions
Bar ends suck. They look horrible, can catch on branches and blackberry bushes, and take up valuable real estate on the bars as they push your hands inwards decreasing usable bar width. They’re appalling mounted riser bars with any type of sweep… that said, for long XC and multi-surface rides, having a secondary hand position […]
Review: Leatt DBX 2.0 Jacket
A lightweight, four-way stretch jacket is ideal for the majority of the riding season; Leatt’s DBX 2.0 Jacket has been a favorite, with a fit that’s dialed for mountain bike trail riding. Able to fold into its own pocket in order to easily stow it on the trail, it’s easy to carry for the height […]
Long Term Review: Transition Sentinel Carbon
I’ve been running the Transition Sentinel Carbon as my primary trail bike for two years now. During this time, I’ve worn parts out, ridden a number of epic destinations, and a variety of setups were experimented with. What follows is an update with my experiences owning the bike in the form of a long term […]
Fiskar Pruning Shears: PNW trail maintenance tool
Fiskar Pruning Shears have become a foundation of my trail maintenance tool kit. Easy to tote in a pack or waist pack, and paired with a set of durable gloves and a compact folding saw, you can easily assist in keeping many of your favorite trails passable. Trails in the Pacific Northwest quickly can be […]
Protect your camera: Osiris & Co Camera Body Armor Skin Case
When it comes to riding with a camera, unless I’m on a paid assignment, I just stuff a mirrorless camera into my waist pack. Easy access and convenience rules, but it does put a lot of wear and tear on camera equipment, so when the Osiris and Co Camera Body Armor popped up in a […]
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