Nick Burklow, Author at Bikerumor

Telehex: A unique universal allen key

Oh Kickstarter, you’re at it again. Bike tools are no stranger to the pages of Kickstarter, with items like the Fix It Sticks and the…

Written by Nick Burklow September 15, 2015

Safety Conscious Meets Fashion Forward with the HideMyBell Garmin Mount

Some interesting items geared towards the cycling community pop up on Kickstarter every now and then. One of the most recent items is the…

Written by Nick Burklow September 15, 2015

Sage Cycles bridges the gap between road and cross with new gravel bike, introducing the Sage Barlow

Making the move to US based production was a smart one for Sage Cycles. It has enabled the company to quickly design, prototype, and build…

Written by Nick Burklow September 14, 2015

Review: Rolf Prima Vigor Alpha Aero Alloy Wheelset

Around these parts we are no stranger to Rolf Prima wheels. Previously we’ve had the P-Town SS wheels, ECX tubulars, Ralos CXC mountain bike wheels,…

Written by Nick Burklow August 17, 2015

North St. Bags Opens Retail Location in Portland, OR

North St. Bags was founded in 2009 by Curtis Williams, in Portland, OR. The history of North St. Bags goes back further, however. Curtis, a…

Written by Nick Burklow June 14, 2015

Just For Fun: All Hail The Black Market Plus Photoshop Minus Bikes

The always lovable Stevil Kinevil entertains on the regular with the blog, All Hail The Black Market. Many of you are familiar with it already, but…

Written by Nick Burklow October 23, 2014

Civilian – A Bicycle Company moves production to USA: Launches new Vive Le Roi Cross Bike

This Made in the USA trend is one we love. Tyson Hart of Civilian is keen on the small batch, made in the US model…

Written by Nick Burklow September 09, 2014

Review Showdown: NiteRider Stinger USB VS Cateye Rapid X Taillights

With the kids back to school, cyclocross season starting, and summer ending, it’s time to bust out the commuter lights again. Personally, I prefer easy to…

Written by Nick Burklow August 31, 2014

Review: Fuji’s Elite XC Racer – The SLM 29 1.1

Since the 1970’s, Fuji has been a mainstay brand in the US cycling scene. The American owned, Japanese brand has impressed us with their Altamira…

Written by Nick Burklow August 31, 2014

Sage Cycles Moves Production to the US; Launches revamped 2015 Road and Cross Bikes

We spent a few months with the first iteration of the Sage Skyline road bike last season. As teased in that review, the production has…

Written by Nick Burklow August 24, 2014

PDW’s new Ninja Pump and BarKeep Inflation Tools

Portland Design Works (PDW) has recently expanded their inflation tool lineup with two new models. The Ninja Pump is there when you need it, and…

Written by Nick Burklow August 23, 2014

Vittoria Shoes Launches new IKON High Performance Road Shoe

Since the 70’s, Vittoria has been cranking out high quality, Italian made cycling shoes. The feet of greats such as Marco Pantani, Thor Hushovd, and…

Written by Nick Burklow August 23, 2014

Review: The Ride Pouch from Eleven Velo and Waterfield Designs

For those that follow The Rules, you know #29. For those that do not: “Rule #29 – No European Posterior Man-Satchel. Saddle bags have no…

Written by Nick Burklow August 23, 2014

Review: Swobo’s bomber urban single speed bike – The Accomplice

In 1992, Tim Parr brought to fruition the lifestyles brand Swobo, selling clothing at first. The Swobo brand has had its ups and downs since then,…

Written by Nick Burklow June 22, 2014

Signal Cycles gets fast with new production road bike The Pulse

The crew at Signal Cycles exudes quality and style. They pump out handcrafted bicycles that show both great form and function. Take a peek at…

Written by Nick Burklow June 21, 2014

Shop Tour: Chrome’s Portland Hub and #ChromeCustoms In-Store Bag Production

Last year around this time we showed you the inner workings of Chrome’s US bag production in California. Now, 70% of their bags are sewn…

Written by Nick Burklow May 26, 2014

Exclusive: Retroshift Rebranded Gevenalle – Expands Lineup w/ Hydraulic Levers & The HOUP Cassette Spacer

The team at Retroshift is very passionate about cyclocross. From day one, they have not been shy about saying so. Their product lineup to this…

Written by Nick Burklow May 13, 2014

Review: ADS Sports Eyewear’s Lenticular Free-Form Digital Lenses and Oakley Fuel Cell Wraparound Frames

Sunglasses have seemed pretty unattainable to me since I started wearing prescription glasses in the third grade. I have a very strong prescription (-6.75 in…

Written by Nick Burklow May 04, 2014

Long Term Review: ELEVEN vélo Merino Wool Team Jersey, Bibs & Arm Warmers

The Sydney, Australian based company, ELEVEN vélo , is a purveyor of fine merino wool cycling clothing. We featured their brand here. Since then, I…

Written by Nick Burklow March 10, 2014

How to break into the cycling industry – Josh Liberles and Bre Rue of New Brand: HiFi Components

Recently, new brand HiFi Sound Cycling Components rolled onto the scene. Their focus is building performance oriented wheels that won’t break the bank. To do…

Written by Nick Burklow March 04, 2014

Long Term Review: Showers Pass Rogue Hoodie & Crosspoint Hardshell Outdry Gloves

Showers Pass, as the name alludes to, makes quality rain gear. Based in Portland, OR, they know a thing or two about riding in the…

Written by Nick Burklow February 05, 2014

Long Term Review: Sage Cycles Titanium Skyline E1 Road Racer

As a cycling enthusiast, and contributor here at BikeRumor, I have been afforded many opportunities to ride carbon, steel, and alloy bikes. The one popular…

Written by Nick Burklow February 04, 2014

Found: Arkel weight-weenie certified Dry-Lites panniers Update

Arkel, purveyors of racks and panniers for touring, have introduced their new Dry-Lites pannier set. At 420g for the pair, weight-weenies need apply. The bags…

Written by Nick Burklow February 01, 2014

REI Lightens Up the Gotham, Launches The Arkham Belt Drive Commuter and Barrow Cargo Bike plus Barrow Basket

In 2012 REI dropped the Novara Gotham on us. At the time, it was a steel framed, belt drive commuter making use of the NuVinci…

Written by Nick Burklow January 26, 2014

Found: Cycloc Bicycle Storage Shelf

Yesterday we featured the Cactus Tongue bike shelf. Our reader and commenter Milessio pointed out that a similar product exists by a company called Cycloc. …

Written by Nick Burklow January 26, 2014

Found: 4-A Rack Ends By a frame builder, for other frame builders

Small parts can often become a pain in the rear for frame builders. They either have to source them, or simply make them. Spencer…

Written by Nick Burklow January 25, 2014

Found: Horizontal or Vertical Bicycle Storage with The Cactus Tongue Bike Shelf

There are seemingly no shortage of wall mounted bicycle storage options on the market. All are trying to solve the problem of keeping your bike…

Written by Nick Burklow January 25, 2014

Swobo refreshes lineup with new 2014 bikes, Spreads the word with the Swobo Road Show

Swobo came to life in 1992 selling clothing thanks to Tim Parr. Since its inception, the brand has changed ownership a couple times, passing through…

Written by Nick Burklow January 15, 2014

Found: Makers And Riders Clothing – From the Bike to the Boardroom and Back Again

In 2010 Nonetheless Garments launched with crowd funding help via Kickstarer. The campaign was a success, and from it came an environmentally sound line of…

Written by Nick Burklow January 09, 2014

Found: Siren Bicycles Fred Bars Back For A Limited Run

Siren Bicycles made the first Fred Bar back in 2008 for a rig being used in the Tour Divide. What exactly is a Fred Bar? …

Written by Nick Burklow January 09, 2014

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