Bike Types

Stevens debuts new Volt tri & redesigns lightweight Comet Disc road bikes

Steven’s current Super Trofeo TT bike had been developed to race the Ironman and seen some good race success over the years, but hadn’t seen…

Written by Cory Benson August 08, 2017

Trek to stream Waterloo World Cup Cyclocross for free online

Sure Zach reminded us yesterday that #cxiscoming with the new family of Jake the Snake cross bikes, but there’s a bit more good US cross…

Written by Cory Benson August 08, 2017

Kona bites into CX racing with all new Jake the Snake, Major Jake, and Super Jake

Cyclocross season is just around the corner, so it’s not a big surprise that the first bikes to drop from Kona’s 2018 range are the…

Written by Zach Overholt August 08, 2017

SaddleDrive 17: Whisky Parts Co. introduces 41w carbon rims for 27.5 & 29″

There’s been a lot of talk about the proper rim width for wider tires recently. Too narrow and you’ll end up with an unstable balloon,…

Written by Zach Overholt August 07, 2017

Zwift Academy expands into Pro Men’s Cycling, U23 winner gets a spot with Dimension Data Continental

For a mostly virtual training program, Zwift has already had very real benefits for a lot of cyclists. But for one talented woman, it also…

Written by Zach Overholt August 07, 2017

Fulcrum goes off-road with Red Zone XC & Red Fire enduro mountain bike wheels

Last summer Fulcrum brought some top-level tech to alloy-rimmed Red Power & Passion XC wheels, and now they are taking that a step further. Two…

Written by Cory Benson August 07, 2017

SaddleDrive 17: Saris SuperClamp EX adds tilt for 2-Bike, better cradles for all

First shown as a prototype at Interbike, the Saris SuperClamp is officially getting an update. Adding to the current line up, the new model will…

Written by Zach Overholt August 07, 2017

All-new Transition TR11 DH mountain bike gives you Giddyup on the downhill

First spotted as a prototype under Tahnee Seagrave at Leogang, the all-new Transition TR11 DH bike is packs 195mm of rear wheel travel into a…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 07, 2017

CeramicSpeed spins up 14-tooth derailleur pulley wheels for SRAM Eagle

Upping the count from their original 14/12 tooth pairs for other derailleurs, the new CeramicSpeed 14-tooth Eagle pulley wheels put equal numbers on both parts.…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 07, 2017

Gaerne G.Hurricane cuts price of carbon soled mountain bike shoe tech

Last winter Gaerne introduced two new shoe families for both road and mountain bikers looking for the latest in premium carbon soles and lightweight synthetic…

Written by Cory Benson August 07, 2017

Rock out on all kinds of trails with Guerrilla Gravity’s The Smash 29er

If you had only one bike or had to choose a favorite, I’d bet you’d pick a well-rounded one that could smash anything and everything…

Written by Steve Fisher August 05, 2017

Prototype Maxxis DH mountain bike tire spotted under Greg Minnaar

It’s been years since Maxxis has released a new downhill mountain bike tire, but if this prototype is any indication of things to come, something’s…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 05, 2017

Getting Rad on Road Bikes: This week’s wildest drop bar videos from Szymon Godziek, Vittorio Brumotti, and Chris Akrigg!

For whatever reason, there seems to be an abundance of new drop bar videos that hit the web this week. Rather than your typical highlights…

Written by Zach Overholt August 04, 2017

SaddleDrive 17: WTC Reverb Stealth ReMote lever makes an appearance, sneak peek at new B-RAD accessory

Always busy thinking up their next product, Wolf Tooth Components had a few surprises lurking about at Saddle Drive. Making its first public appearance since…

Written by Zach Overholt August 04, 2017

Heller Bloodhound sizes up to 27.5″ fat, unearths all new Vee Tire Co. Crown Gem fat bike tire

It turns out that Salsa wasn’t the only brand with newer, bigger fat bikes at Saddle Drive. Along with the Barghest full suspension bike, Heller…

Written by Zach Overholt August 04, 2017

Friday Roundup: Cycling Odds & Ends

2nd annual Trail Prom is coming soon in North Carolina – The Northwest NC Mountain Bike Alliance has just shared details on their 2nd Annual “Trail…

Written by Cory Benson August 04, 2017

Even CrossVegas 2018 is moving to Reno, Nevada

OK, so you were worried about what would happen to CrossVegas – which has grown into one of the biggest international cyclocross race and brought…

Written by Cory Benson August 04, 2017

Alto Cycling adds rainbow of colors for hubs & rims

With a promise of more new products this fall, Alto Cycling has added anodized color options for their hubs. To match, the rims have fluorescent…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 04, 2017

Lapierre is back with a more integrated all mountain Overvolt AMi eMTB lineup

Last year Lapierre introduced their eEnduro 160mm travel Overvolt AM Carbon Bosch-powered eMTB, which shifted the powertrain weight low to create an e-bike that actually rides…

Written by Cory Benson August 04, 2017

Fulcrum go all in for road bike disc brakes on new Racing 4, 5, 6 & 7 DB wheels

Fulcrum’s road bike wheel range is already deep with specialized wheels across a range of depths & materials to suit many riding types & budgets.…

Written by Cory Benson August 03, 2017

Swiss Ceetec unveils new World Cup proven carbon MTB 29er Revolution wheels

Ceetec is a relatively small Swiss component manufacturer in the cycling industry. But their top shelf designs & premium light weight construction from both machined…

Written by Cory Benson August 03, 2017

Kickstarter: Stingray bike alarm screams next level protection on & off the bike

Frustrated because locks don’t go nearly far enough to protect your precious steed? Look no further! The Stingray multi-function bike alarm and light has your…

Written by Anna Schwinn August 03, 2017

New Juggernaut Cargo Bike carries advanced steering & suspension

If you’re gonna build a cargo bike, especially a high end one, you might as well do it right. That seems to be the motive…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 02, 2017

Marin Hawk Hill evolves into 27.5+ B-17, 29er Rift Zone & killer 24″ Jr mountain bikes

Last fall Marin debuted a low-priced 120mm aluminum Hawk Hill mountain bike with 27.5″ wheels and what they call MultiTrac suspension. In English what that actually…

Written by Cory Benson August 02, 2017

Suspension Tech: What’s the adjustment ring do on coil shocks?

The adjuster ring on a coil shock seems like a simple thing. But as you’re about to learn, it’s not meant for making major adjustments.…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 02, 2017

Salsa rolls a bigger Beargrease with 27.5 x 3.8″ tires, Mukluk sticks with 26 x 4.8″

Many riders might be excited that #crossiscoming, but there are also a number of people who are just as excited that #winteriscoming. Which means fat…

Written by Zach Overholt August 02, 2017

All City Cosmic Stallion combines thru axles and A.C.E. tubing for their lightest disc frame yet

One of the first products launching from Saddle Drive 2017, All-City has taken the wraps off their all new Cosmic Stallion. The logical progression of…

Written by Zach Overholt August 02, 2017