The Raleigh XXIX+G is a steel hardtail 29er that sports classic styling with a real disposition toward modern technology and real performance. While it’s available as a singlespeed or with a 3×10 drivetrain, I chose to test the 3×10—Raliegh calls … Continue reading
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Cat5Gear Cyclist Case Review
As a Canadian, it’s always cool to see a new company from my homeland like Cat5Gear hit the scene. The Cat5Gear Cyclist Case is designed for carrying bike gear when you travel in a single, easy-to-carry bag. No need for multiple … Continue reading
Sombrio Burst (Women’s) Long Sleeve Jersey Review
I finally got a chance to get out and truly trail test my latest piece of Sombrio Gear: the Burst long sleeve jersey. Unlike the last Sombrio shirt I reviewed, this one is an FRD Fit, meaning it has a … Continue reading
On Review: Trek Superfly 100 AL Pro Mountain Bike
I’ve been shopping around for a good bike to race the Cohutta 100 on. At first, I was hoping to find a carbon hardtail 29er to use for my race bike, but based on Jeff’s recommendation, I also threw some … Continue reading
On Review: Raleigh XXIX+G Steel 29er
Raleigh Bicycles is one of the most venerable names in the cycling world. Over 125 years after it was originally founded, the company still continues to make high-quality bicycles that are sold around the world. According to an article on … Continue reading
Winter Build: Shimano ZEE
It was a long time coming, but I finally gathered all the components I needed to build up my DH rig for the up-and-coming season! Shimano sent over their most anticipated (and affordable) new component group: ZEE. For those who … Continue reading
Final Review: Foundry Broadaxe 29er
Much of what the Broadaxe is, and much of what it isn’t, hinges on Foundry’s mission statement. According to the Foundry website, Foundry believes that a bike is a tool, a means to an end – not a trophy. It’s … Continue reading
Hydrapak Tamarack Review: The Goldilocks Zone
The hydration pack “Goldilocks zone” can be hard to pin down. You know what I’m talking about: the perfect balance between adequate water, sufficient storage room for gear, all without being too bulky. The perfect pack needs to be neither too … Continue reading
Kore OCD 7050 35mm Riser Bar and Repute Stem Review
Having ridden and reviewed Kore products in the past, I was stoked to test the OCD 7050 T6 triple butted aluminum riser bar and Repute stem. Specs This version of the OCD is 800mm wide and features a 7 degree … Continue reading
Ryders Face Sunglasses Review
New to the Ryders sunglasses line for 2013 is the Face. Specs Weighing in at 32 grams, the Face has a medium-large fit with a huge amount of lens coverage and anti-slip padding on the nose and tips. Ryders will … Continue reading
Dakine Drafter 100oz Hydration Pack Review
There are a dizzying number of choices in the hydration pack market these days, and most of them are pretty darn good, but with the Drafter, Dakine has gone all out to make a pack that stands out from the … Continue reading
On Test: Foundry Broadaxe 29er
If you’ve never heard of Foundry Cycles before, don’t be ashamed: they’re one of the newest bike companies around. But if you have heard of them, I wouldn’t be surprised! Officially launched in October 2011, Foundry is just over a … Continue reading



