Banked turns are more fun
New favorite route in Bend? Tiddlywinks to Tyler’s Traverse to Lone Wolf. For some reason I hadn’t ridden Tyler’s Traverse yet; and as a fan of jump filled flow lines, Lone Wolf is also a must-d0. Lone Wolf is a black diamond jump trail made up of berms, tables and double (gap) jumps, it reminded […]
Leatt introduced MTB shoes into their ever-expanding MTB lineup earlier this spring, with two clip-in models and two models intended for use with platform pedals. Starting at $90 for the DBX 2.0 shoes and $99 for the DBX 3.0, they’re good looking foot coverings with an impressive list of specs. Footwear is a competitive space. […]
Cascade Components is a machine shop based in Everett, Washington that is becoming known for creating aftermarket CNC machined suspension linages that address shortcomings in a number of suspension designs. One of the biggest complaints about the Transition Sentinel is that the suspension is too linear for aggressive riding. You can optimize it for big […]
With 27.5″ wheels, 140mm of rear-wheel travel, short chainstays, and low standover height, Yeti’s SB 140 isn’t designed to be the fastest bike down the trail, but it looks like it sure could be the most fun. Featuring the Yeti take on low, slack, and long geometry, (65º HA, 77º EFF SA, 433mm chainstays, 460.1mm […]
Things are crazy right now, but we can still ride mountain bikes, and that is something. But is it really summer without being able to ride your favorite bike park? Like you, we’ve been anxiously awaiting updates and press releases from our favorite local spots as well as future road trip destinations. Fortunately several of […]
On a ride yesterday I came to the realization that everyone I was riding with was astride a mountain bike with a carbon fiber frame. Then I realized that that has been the case for some time. Most of the riders I ride with are currently running carbon frames. However, lately, I’ve been thinking I […]
Southern Oregon is known for its scenic rivers and lakes, green forests, and most importantly, mountains littered with single track trails. Over the last decade, the area has become known as a mountain biking destination, with a number of destination-worthy trail systems. Three distinct trail systems have emerged as the principal draws for trail seeking […]
My favorite accessories on my bikes are top caps. I’ve acquired some of my favorites as swag at events, but after seeing some of the cool options the team at Mash offer, I feel like my top cap game could use some work. Mash offers a cool range of pieces including patches, pins, jerseys, […]
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 […]
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’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 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 […]
