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New Chris Akrigg Edit: The Turning Point

One year ago Chris Akrigg broke his leg on a failed stunt. He’s been working hard towards making a full recovery in the interim, and…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 22, 2012

Long Term Test: 2012 Charge Mixer With Shimano Alfine 11-Speed Internal Gearing

The past few months, we’ve been tossing this beauty around the office, a Charge Mixer (sized large) weighed with full techs and specs here. Based…

Written by Colin McCaleb May 22, 2012

Santa Cruz Updating Nomad with 142×12 Thru Axle, Angled Grease Ports? Confirmed – Tallboy, too!

One forum-hunting reader (thanks Erik!) sent over this image of an apparently updated Santa Cruz Nomad with a new 142×12 rear thru axle. Word is…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 22, 2012

Extralite Releases Ultrapost 31.6 – Lightweight 3D Machined 99g Seatpost

Extralite has just released their new Ultrapost, a 3D CNC machined alloy post that comes in as light as 99g for the 31.6 x 250mm.…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 22, 2012

Bike Check: Black Market Bikes Carter Holland’s New Edit 1 Hardtail

Since production of the Mobs at the S&M factory ceased, Black Market Bikes has not been able to find an alternate American frame manufacturer until…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 22, 2012

Project 24.2 Review: Roval’s do-it-all Control Trail SL wheelset

See all of our Project 24.2 reviews here! If you could only have one wheelset, what would it look like? Every rider is different, but…

Written by Marc Basiliere May 22, 2012

Is Laser Spoke (Potentially) the Next Big Thing in Power Meters?

Ok, power lovers, imagine this: what if there was a power meter that was accurate, light weight, fit any of your wheels, you were able…

Written by Zach Overholt May 22, 2012

2013 Magura Suspension Forks – Technical Overview & Actual Weights

As we learned at Sea Otter, Magura has revised their naming scheme for the suspension to match up with the brakes. Forks are no longer…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 21, 2012

Contest: The Sun Valley Single Track Remedy

Know someone suffering from Single Track Deficit Disorder (STDD)? Nominate your friend and both of you could win a trip to Sun Valley, Idaho, July…

Written by Kristi Benedict May 21, 2012

Pinarello Getting Dirty? Dogma XC 29er Mountain Bike Teaser!

Details are pretty much nonexistent for this one, but Pinarello’s South African distributor, ASG Sports, has teased a foray into modern mountain bikes for the…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 20, 2012

Fox Unveils 2013 iCD Electronic Suspension Remote System, More! (UPDATED)

If you recall from their recent 2013 product updates, Fox is taking a more integrated approach to front and rear suspension and has revised their…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 20, 2012

Keen Intros Harvest III Line – Upcycled Messenger Bag, Backpack, More, Made of Used Car Airbags

This fall, Keen is releasing the Harvest III line, a gear series created from upcycled car airbags. The Harvest III line includes a backpack, a…

Written by Colin McCaleb May 20, 2012

Paul Components Minimoto V-Brakes Now Available

Alongside a bunch more new items in Paul Components NAHBS booth were these Minimoto linear pull brakes, and they’re now shipping. The Minimoto is a…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 20, 2012

Hammacher Schlemmer’s Rearview Camera – Minivan Tech Now Available For Bikes

Hammacher Schlemmer is out with a rearview camera to compete with Cerevellum’s Hindsight. Though it may be the epitome of visual bulk, Hammacher’s Bicycle Rearview…

Written by Colin McCaleb May 19, 2012

New Five Ten Spring ’12 Shoes

Five Ten is shipping two new shoes for flat pedal fan boys. If you’re not familiar with the brand, the shoes have long set the gold standard…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 19, 2012

Commencal Meta AM 29’er: First Look & Ride Impressions

After a peek at the new 29er at Sea Otter, we were invited to the launch of Commencal’s new range of bikes. Joining the Meta…

Written by Douglas McDonald May 18, 2012

Quarq Creates Specialized, Cannondale Crankset Power Meters

Following their introduction of the fully integrated crankset power meter for the new SRAM Red, Quarq has added specific models to work with Specialized…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 18, 2012

CST Introduces Their First UST Mountain Bike Tire, the Jack Rabbit

CST Tires has just released the Jack Rabbit, their first UST tubeless mountain bike tire. Initially only available in a 26×2.0 size, it’s a closely…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 18, 2012

Parlee Z5 Road Bike – Unboxed, Weighed & First Impressions

Following our Factory Tour of Parlee, which included a bike fit at Fit Werx, I was set up with a Z5 road bike for review.…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 18, 2012

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits And Pieces

Shimano filmed (video above) some of the team mechanic and rider first impressions at Sea Otter, the first time many of them ever laid eyes…

Written by Kristi Benedict May 18, 2012

Falkenjagd Titanium Shows New Teleon 650B Hardtail

Falkenjagd Titanium out of Germany just sent over pics and words on their all-new Teleon 650B titanium hardtail. They claim it’s the first (or at…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 17, 2012

Review: Specialized’s lightweight Command Post BlackLite dropper

Dropper posts are, to me, like suspension and disc brakes. Sure, we all moan about the added cost, maintenance, and weight- but after a few…

Written by Marc Basiliere May 17, 2012

Audi x Ducati Show Raddest E-Bike Ever – Carbon Frame, 600g Wheels, Burning Rubber

Sure, Specialized may have turned a few heads with their overpowered-for-the-US e-bike a couple months ago, but this prototype by Audi puts it to shame.…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 16, 2012

Watch this Spy Sunglasses Commercial

This commercial is a dream within a dream. At first Matthew Busche, a sponsored Spy athlete and 2011 U.S. National Road Race Champion, is out on…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 15, 2012

Cool Sea Otter Randoms from Answer, MRP, and Spank

Sea Otter is a spectacle filled with so much awesome the coverage could literally never end. Here’s a few juicy components I wish adorned some…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 15, 2012

Found: Knog Blinder Bike Lights – They’ll Shine Fab on Whatever You Strap Them To

As much as I enjoy bringing out the 500 lumen hand cannons, lights of that caliber can be super intense in city environments. Knog Blinders,…

Written by Colin McCaleb May 15, 2012

Review: Pearl Izumi PRO Leader Kit

When it comes to reviews of clothing it is always a highly personal matter, especially with road kit it seems. In Tyler’s recent review of…

Written by Zach Overholt May 15, 2012

Campagnolo Intros 52/36 Wide Range Cranks, Cassettes & Performance Triple Cranksets

Campagnolo has just made it a bit easier on cyclists losing sleep over whether to go with a compact or standard crankset. Their new 52/36…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 15, 2012

Project 24.2 Review Update: Road ID’s lightweight Wrist ID Slim

See all of our Project 24.2 posts here! While it has worked so far, I decided to go in a different direction when it came…

Written by Marc Basiliere May 15, 2012

Thank God This Guy Has a Wheel Sponsor – Morning Ride with Luca Damiani

Sent to us by the folks over at Mercury Cycles. They make wheels.

Written by Tyler Benedict May 14, 2012

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Roval Releases 992g World Cup Wheelset and Updated XC Tires

The new World Cup wheels drop $300 and a big chunk of weight from last year’s Roval Control SL Team XC wheels.

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Mountain Bike

Specialized Phenom Saddle Gets the Pro Mirror Treatment

Saddles can make or break your ride. They are a highly personal piece of kit (probably the most, IMO), and once you find a match…

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eBike

New Whyte Bikes Kado eMTB Offers A Low Center of Gravity for Optimal Handling

Furthering their low center of gravity design ethos, Whyte Bikes has just announced the new Kado eMTB lineup. Calling it their most capable and affordable…

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Mountain Bike

DT Swiss D-Series Ramps Up On Modern Dirt Jump Wheels & 370 DJ Single Speed Hubs

DT Swiss just dropped one of the most niche sets of mountain bike wheels and hubs with this D1900 Classic wheelset and a pair of…

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News

New Industry Nine Hydra 2 Hubs are Stronger, More Durable, w/ Less Drag & More Engagement

More engagement was not the goal, but Hydra 2 delivers along with a much more robust design.

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Advocacy & Industry News

Intense Aims to Fix Bike Industry w/ Dealer-Centric Frame First Custom Program

Both dealers and consumers stand to win with Intense’s new sales model which gives riders exactly what they want.

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Gravel Bikes

Ciclovation Releases Gravel Specific Bar Tape, for Gravel Cyclists Only?

We’re pretty sure this tape will be great for anyone wanting grip and comfort, not just gravel cyclists.

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Mountain Bike

Prime Updates Gravity-Inspired Thunderflash Enduro Bike with UDH & Raw Carbon

With distinct designs, Prime’s lightweight carbon Thunderflash enduro and Rocket downhill bikes have still managed to fly under the radar for the past few years.…

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