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The Robert Axle Project is an Oregon-based company that specializes in making thru-axles for bikes. Their main two products are axles for attaching trailers to your bikes, and the Lightning Bolt-on Axle. The folks at Robert Axle are axle specialists, and if you have a bike, they make an axle that fits it. We’ve written […]
I’ve admired the lineup of Black Hole duffle bags from Patagonia for some time. Available in a range of colors and sizes, the Black Hole collection features durable, weather-resistant construction and materials. Removable shoulder straps and numerous lash points make for easy carry and provide options for strapping it down or attaching extra gear. The […]
The Topeak Mountain TT Twin Turbo Mini-pump features a small form factor that pushes a lot more air than its diminutive size suggests thanks to the large diameter tubes and the Twin Turbo design. The compact package has a streamlined form factor that helps with cleaning it for riders that prefer to run it strapped […]
It’s nice to have a good cap for off-the-bike activities, and the Showers Pass Wildwood Running Cap became an almost instant favorite thanks to the lightweight fabric, comfortable fit, and a green fatigue color. The cap features laser perforation on the side panels and combined with the light and quick-drying nylon/spandex fabric, it’s been my […]
The Scarab platform pedal from Chromag isn’t the most budget-friendly option but if you’re seeking a beautifully manufactured pedal, with stand-out features clearly designed by riders, take note.
BIPOC is an acronym that stands for black, indigenous, people of color. The term has been entering the mainstream more, especially considering the last four years the US has endured, with racism raising its ugly head and the lack of ethnic diversity in the pacific northwest. Being of multiracial heritage, being back in the Portland […]
Meet Enoki. She’s a Lynx Point Siamese cat that’s been leading an adventurous life. Since l adopted her last year, she’s been a constant companion at home, on walks/hikes, bike rides, road trips, and even to the pub post-ride. With the summer heat, we added playing on the water to the list of our adventurous […]
The Dynaplug tire plug repair kits are lightweight insurance for tubeless tires. If you run a tubeless setup — and you should — one of these repair kits should live on your bike or pack, period. They’re small, lightweight, and easy to carry, and they can keep that hundred freakin’ dollar tire useable, even after […]
Mixed wheel bikes, AKA Mullets are blowing up right now. In the last few weeks alone, Transition, Evil, and Santa Cruz have released updated models specifically designed for mixed wheel use. They join models from Specialized, Guerilla Gravity, Pivot, and Alchemy that were recently launched with factory-approved aftermarket kits that add mixed wheel compatibility to […]
Now that we’re back in shorts season, my go-to short has been the Apex DWR 12″ ShortS from Showers Pass. Nailing practically everything on my feature-wish list, the Apex short utilizes a comfortable nylon-spandex blend that is conducive to movement as well as durability. Most importantly for me though, it nails the fit and has […]
Astoria, Oregon is a popular tourist destination — unless your goal is to go mountain biking. For years, the town’s economy was based on its location along the Columbia River, with fishing and logging supporting many residents. Tourism has taken over as the main economic activity of the city, based on site seeing and the […]
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, […]
