Lezyne floor pumps have long been a staple in bike shops around the world. I had been looking for a replacement for my broken department store pump for a while, so at Outerbike last fall I made note of what … Continue reading
When I received the Pearl Izumi X-Alp Impact shoes for review I didn’t research them at all–I just slapped some cleats on them and started riding. I kind of assumed that they were a budget or entry-level model, and my … Continue reading
The Anti-Freeze line from Halo consists of a headband and a skull cap, both insulated, and both featuring the patented SweatBlock seal. I am aware that 1) winter is over and 2) headbands and such aren’t the most exciting piece of … Continue reading
A rather large set of boxes appeared on my door step that, curiously, weighed next to nothing. Perplexed, I opened them to reveal a set of ultra-lightweight Easton Haven Carbon 26in wheels. Did I die and go to heaven!? For … Continue reading
What does it take to adequately review a bike? Some people think a quick leg-over-the-top and a spin around a parking lot is enough to get a feel for a bike. Others take it out for a short spin on … Continue reading
In addition to launching a brand-new line of packs, Shimano is also getting into the performance eyewear market. The CE-S50X is one of the models in Shimano’s new cycling glasses line. Specs The CE-S50X shades were designed with performance, comfort, … Continue reading
I’ve always thought attending a mountain bike festival would be a lot of fun. However, I don’t care much for hordes of people or crowded trails. Sounds like a conundrum; what to do? Is it possible to find a bike … Continue reading
I recently received the Ventilator gloves from Dakine for testing and have put them through their paces out on the trail. First Impressions I’ll admit that when I first pulled the Dakine Ventilator gloves out of the box, I thought … Continue reading
To folks who don’t mountain bike, all bikes look the same. That must be true, because so many friends have said to me: “You run a mountain biking website. Which hybrid bike should I buy?” I guess my friends and … Continue reading
While socks are definitely not the blingiest piece of cycling gear, almost every cyclist in the world wears them, so they are pretty important. One of the biggest issues with socks is the stench after sweating in them for hours (or … Continue reading
Finding a bike work stand that can handle the larger weight and size of the gravity-oriented bikes I normally work on can be a challenge. The Sprint stand from Feedback Sports conquers the stability obstacle by holding the front fork … Continue reading
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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