For those of you who love trail riding, Dakine has you covered. Literally. The Chorus Short and Reflex 3/4 Jersey is the perfect combo for a rider looking for loose-fitting clothing that is both durable and breathable. Chorus Short The … Continue reading
It’s no secret: mountain biking can be an expensive sport at times. With the economy as rocky as it has been, it can be tough to keep up with the latest and greatest bike gear and components. Add in the … Continue reading
After reviewing the Funkier Hawk 3/4 pants last spring, I was pumped to get a pair of the new Eagle shorts for testing. While 3/4 pants are neat, I’m more of a shorts guy and these fit the bill nicely. … Continue reading
Corey (maddslacker) has reviewed a few items from Funkier apparel so I agreed to meet with Eli at Interbike to look over the latest and greatest. After telling me a bit about the company (it’s the #1 cycling apparel brand … Continue reading
If there’s one thing that every mountain biker needs, it’s a good pair of riding shorts. Some riders lean toward bibs and other tight, lycra-infused affairs, while others (including myself) feel much more comfortable in a pair of baggies. Choosing … Continue reading
Several years ago I started wearing baggy mountain bike shorts, admittedly because they look much cooler than spandex. Sure, there are modest benefits to wearing baggies on the trail (like added abrasion protection) but there are also compromises: they’re often … Continue reading
Funkier Apparel, a cycling clothing company based in Israel, recently sent me a pair of 3/4 length baggy pants, padded spandex undershorts, and a jersey for review. I’ll get right to the point: this stuff is incredibly well made, super comfortable … Continue reading
Dakine is one of the big mountain bike apparel companies that really keeps an eye on performance as well as style. Add in durability and a good fit and you have the recipe for the perfect mountain bike gear! I … Continue reading
The Dakine Syncline features an “all-mountain fit” with a 14.5″ inseam. It has a conveniently removable Italian-made Comp chamois, ventilated mesh lining, zippered hand pockets and leg vents, a heavyweight rib knit back stretch panel, side waist tab adjustments, polyester … Continue reading
Oakley is a name that nearly all people know, and when you think about Oakley you automatically think high-end eyewear. Well Oakley also has a bunch of soft goods available, from pants to bags to nearly everything in between. I … Continue reading
I’ve been wearing THE gear – helmets, armor, and soft goods – for a while and I’m a big fan. So I was stoked recently to get my hands on the F-1 short and Sport Jersey. One thing you can … Continue reading
Mavic is one name that doesn’t need an introduction. The yellow Deemax rims sport an iconic look that, unless you’re totally new to the sport, you know right away is a Mavic. The company has actually been in business since … Continue reading
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