In 2009 we both spent a good part of the season riding the Fisher Roscoe on trails throughout the west, and it was the best Fisher model we had ridden until that point. Since then Trek absorbed the Fisher line; it could be we’re a bit nostalgic about the Roscoe, but we’re glad to see […]
Bontrager Drop Line Dropper Seatpost
Bontrager may have just taken over the adjustable height seat post market. Click through for details…
All Mountain or Long Travel Trail, Part II: the lines are blurring
It is an awesome time to be a mountain biker. I wrote a piece just over a year ago that pondered the question, “do I want a long travel trail bike, or an all mountain bike?” A year later, the lines have blurred even further. For a casual rider, it could mean even more confusion […]
Riding the 2011 Trek Scratch- first look
Last year I did a post on the release of the Trek Scratch. A cross between the popular Remedy and the Session 88 down hill machine, the Scratch is a curious mix between an aggressive all mountain bike, and light freeride bike. In many ways, the Scratch is Trek’s answer to the popular SX Trail […]
How to convert your trail bike into a DH friendly sled
The scenario: you love ripping it up on trails, and enjoy hammering on your trail bike for hours on end. However, after watching some bike videos, a seed is planted, and the desire to step up your technical game and ride more challenging terrain has formed. Maybe you’re ready to attempt that jump or log drop […]
Trek Session 88 FR – First Ride
There is nothing better than swinging a leg over a new bike and feeling right at home. That is exactly the feeling I had astride the new Session 88. The Session has been on my radar since Trek Brand Manager Michael Browne showed us the new Session models at Sea Otter last year. Trek knew […]