Sea Otter Classic

SOC17: SRM adds Boost compatible MTB power meters, PC8 wireless updates, and more!

SRM is keeping up with the times by adding a Boost chainline compatible version of their crankarm spider mountain bike power meter. It has a…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 11, 2017

SOC17 Roundup: Tools, tape and security from Barfly, SP Gadgets, Kryptonite & Silic1

I first came across Silic1 bar tape when building up the Culprit project road bike early last year. They sent along a pack of it,…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 11, 2017

SOC17: Pit Viper ups style game with Riff Raff, fresh baggage

One of the more pervasive elements of Sea Otter was Pit Viper. As the crew rolled up with volumes of shades to sell, Pit Viper sunglasses…

Written by Anna Schwinn May 10, 2017

Flaer Revo Via saves watts & maintenance with automatic chain lubrication system

We’ve all had those days where we wake up, throw on our favorite kit, pump up the tires, and hit the road. Then after a…

Written by michael gushulak May 09, 2017

SOC17: Topeak’s mini torque tool is cool, Funn gets G-Wide, Granite stands up your bike

Sometimes, things are awesome and worth sharing, but not quite worth a solo post. So here are three sweet new things from three different brands:…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 09, 2017

SOC17: Masi Evoluzione Disc race bike stops in, new alloy cyclocross race frame & Coleman Camp Cup Giramonde

Masi’s paint schemes never disappoint, and this year’s Sea Otter Classic show collection was no different. In the past, a lot of the best ones…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 08, 2017

SOC17: New Titanium 29+ monsters from Why Cycles and Voodoo Cycles, and the new Terrene McFly 27+/29+ all terrain tire

If you’re a fan of 29+, titanium, and bikes that might take you deep into the back country for a self supported adventure, you’re in…

Written by Zach Overholt May 05, 2017

SOC17: RideFast Racing introduces U.S. made hubs for same price, updates Livewire 29 trail wheelset

Normally, something like the move from overseas to U.S. made hubs would equal an increase in price. That very reason is why the new hubs…

Written by Zach Overholt May 05, 2017

SOC17: SQlab meets ergo bars in the middle with 12° backsweep 3OX bars

SQlab is always about those ergonomics. When it comes to handlebars, the industry standard seems to sit right around 7-9° of backsweep. For years, SQlab…

Written by Zach Overholt May 05, 2017

SOC17: Last day for Limited Edition Breadwinner W/// Sport Lolo ANTHM collaboration, plus Goodwater all-around MTB

Celebrating a move into their first official facility (previously, the business had been run out of their home garages) and timed for Sea Otter release, Tony…

Written by Anna Schwinn May 05, 2017

SOC17: Osprey TrailKit, BigKit organizes & easily carries all your gear, plus new hydration pack colors

Play Osprey makes suitcases and duffels, and they make hydration packs. Now, they make something in between, helping you get all your gear to and…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 04, 2017

SOC17: Atomik spins up prototype magnetic drive hubs, adds AM35 carbon mountain wheels

You may think Atomik Carbon is all about the rim, but they’re always looking at the wheel as a complete package. And if the hub…

Written by Zach Overholt May 04, 2017

SOC17: Gore Bike Wear Rescue jacket gets a full Gore-Tex version B

Already one of my favorite options to stuff in your pack for unplanned weather, the Gore Rescue jacket is about to get even better. Shown…

Written by Zach Overholt May 04, 2017

SOC17: Zerode Taniwha brings Pinion enduro gearbox stateside

For years we’ve been hearing about how gear box bikes may obsolete the traditional drivetrain. It hasn’t happened yet, but with bikes like the Zerode…

Written by Zach Overholt May 04, 2017

SOC17: RockyMounts swings free with 2 bike BackStage, updated MonoRail

It’s been a bit since we saw the BackStage prototype at Interbike, but based on the display at Sea Otter, the RockyMounts BackStage is swinging…

Written by Zach Overholt May 04, 2017

SOC17: RST riding strong w/ Elev8 dropper post, full featured budget enduro fork & more!

RST made my first suspension fork, full of elastomers and with a bolt-on crown and steerer tube. Since then, they’ve shown some interesting stuff, including…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 04, 2017

SOC17: Rolf Prima pushes plus boundaries with Hyalite Explorer 45 carbon, Rages with all mountain carbon prototype

Just a few months ago, Rolf Prima was showing off their newest carbon wheel – the Hyalite. Created for adventure bikes, the carbon rims look…

Written by Zach Overholt May 03, 2017

SOC17: Reynolds offers World Cup worthy carbon w/ super limited BlackLabel Bernard Kerr DH Wheels

So you want to run carbon wheels but you’re concerned about the durability? That exact concern is what sparked a years long research project between…

Written by Zach Overholt May 03, 2017

SOC17: HT Components adds Soderstrom-approved Supreme flat pedal, USA-themed T1 & more!

Play HT Components is upping their flat pedal game with the new Supreme, tested and approved by Martin Söderström. They’ve also got a composite version…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 03, 2017

SOC17: MRP Converts Fox 36 air spring w/ new Ramp Cartridge, adds 1x CS guide, partners w/ Jenson on special edition Banshee Rune

MRP has been slowly rolling out their adjustable air cartridges for every fork that might need it, but when they got to the recent Fox…

Written by Zach Overholt May 03, 2017

SOC17: Magura adds MT Trail Sport, stand alone HC3 levers, and improved Vyron remote button

It may have taken a bit to regain their footing, but Magura has been killing it recently with their new brakes. I’ve had a set…

Written by Zach Overholt May 03, 2017

SOC17: Fezzari gives the Iron Cowboy new Solitude Plus bike, he promptly rides up Mt. Kilimanjaro

Any time you have a new bike that will soon be for sale, you want to ensure it has adequate testing. Sure, there’s everything you…

Written by Zach Overholt May 02, 2017

SOC17: Birzman makes pump heads even simpler with new Push & Twist, plus tubeless inflators, cageless bottles, more

Birzman is at it again. Never one to be content with the current state of pump heads, they’ve set out to make attaching the pump…

Written by Zach Overholt May 02, 2017

SOC17: Foes Racing goes really big w/ 150mm full suspension fat bike, new plus hardtail & original 1992 DH bike!

Play Foes Racing was showing something really new (long travel, full suspension fat bike) and really old (his original 1992 downhill mountain bike), along with…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 02, 2017

SOC17: Rock Shox x Abbey Bike Tools Suspension and dropper tools available soon

If you were able to look past the stunning sets of co-branded Speedvagen tools at NAHBS, you already knew this was coming. But Sea Otter…

Written by Zach Overholt May 02, 2017

SOC17: WTB ByWay Road Plus adds tread, Bridger MTB Plus tire gets tougher

Play Just before the show, WTB launched the ByWay Road Plus tire, a new tubeless ready 650b x 47 gravel road bike tire option for…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 02, 2017

SOC17: Wend Waxworks silences your chain by mashing soft wax into it

Play There are so many chain lubes, each promising to be better than the next, but visually it’s pretty difficult to set them apart once…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 02, 2017

SOC17: X-Fusion adds Boost, Plus fork options; new matte black and white finish

Barring the new inverted gravel suspension fork and the budget, fully rebuildable dropper seatpost we saw at Taipei, X-Fusion’s line carries over with little changes to…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 01, 2017