Fox has really been stepping it up and the new fall collection is hot. There aren’t a lot of options for quality wet weather gear that fits like proper riding gear, and after running the Fox Attack Water Pants last season, they’ve made a fan out of me. Fox seems to have a good feel […]
Showers Pass MTB Collection Review: Hi-Line and Apex Merino Shirts and Cross Country Shorts
Showers Pass is a Portland based apparel company best known for reliable, high-performing waterproof commuter jackets. Last year they expanded their line with the introduction of the MTB Collection. Featuring summer weight merino wool-blend tops and nylon blend MTB shorts, the summer weight apparel is well suited for mountain biking as well as general cycling […]
Review: Leatt DBX 5.0 All Mountain Jacket & Shorts
2019 Leatt DBX 5.0 All Mountain Jacket and Shorts in the ink color. Leatt was founded as a brand offering innovative protective gear, and has since expanded their line with soft goods and outerwear that continues to iterate and improve every season. I was lucky enough to receive a selection of the 2019 Fall DBX […]
Review: Fox Attack Water Pants
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
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 […]
Review: Kitsbow Origin A/M Short and Collared Henley
Although I have stacks of mountain bike shorts accumulated amongst my bins of riding gear, I find myself rotating between a select few. The new Kitsbow Origin A/M short joined the ranks of favorites, thanks to a well thought out approach to the category, with a trim, fitted profile that shows a lot of attention was […]
Review: Club Ride Cog Cycling Jeans
If you’ve never owned a pair of jeans designed for cycling or movement, you’re missing out. Cycling jeans like Club Ride’s Cog Jean look and wear like typical denim, but weave in lycra content to provide a bit of stretch that amplifies the comfort and mobility factor. Since making the switch to bike jeans a […]
Review: Royal Robbins Townsend Pant
Royal Robbins is an outdoor clothing company founded by climbers that produce quality travel apparel with a focus on comfort. When I had the opportunity to try out some of their gear on our adventures, I jumped at the chance. Our contact sent over the Townsend and Traveler stretch pant. Townsend Pant Townsend Pant is […]
Review: Stio Men’s Azura Insulated Vest
Although it’s my second year back as a resident in the Pacific Northwest, my efforts to stay on track as a regular bike commuter has meant expanding my selection of cold weather gear. The Azura insulated vest from Wyoming outdoor brand Stio has been a staple of day to day life since acquiring it from […]
Review: IXS Sever Shorts & Evus Jersey
Over the last few years, we’ve accumulated a sizable collection of clothing and gear. Our go-to gear often consists of the newest additions, so when an item consistently is pulled for the days ride, or is worn a second time though its already soiled, its says a lot. The Sever BC shorts is one of these pieces of gear. These […]
Review: Showers Pass Bamboo-Merino Henley Shirt
The Portland, Oregon apparel brand Showers Pass is best known for their commuter friendly jackets and outer wear. They also make a damn fine henley.
Review: Cadence Raw Denim Cycling Jeans
Cadence is a clothing brand that was started by a former bike messenger by the name of Dustin Klein. As a rider he knew what he wanted in a pair of jeans, so tired of what was available, he made his own. One of the problems he wanted to address with Cadence denim was wear and […]