Advocacy & Industry News Archives

Esker Updates Hayduke 29er Hardtail to Make It Better for Bikepacking

Hayduke Lives…on, as Big Sky Country’s, Esker Cycles announces the next generation of their iconic Hayduke mountain bike. The Hayduke is a versatile hardtail that’s…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 02, 2023

The Power of 100: Adam Morse Rides an MTB Century From His Front Door in Vermont

From Velocio: Between EWS stops and local trail advocacy, Vermont resident Adam Morse still finds time to dream up adventures in his backyard. His latest…

Written by Steve Fisher February 02, 2023

Litespeed Arenberg classic road bike returns more affordable and capable

The refreshed Litespeed Arenberg gets relaxed geometry, bigger tire clearance, and affordable price points to cater to newer riders without sacrificing enthusiast performance.

Written by Tyler Benedict February 02, 2023

Mavic Cosmic Ultimate 45 are a one-piece 1255g carbon wheelset

The new Mavic Cosmic Ultimate 45 carbon wheels are ultralight with one-piece construction that might put Mavic back at the top.

Written by Tyler Benedict February 01, 2023

Festka’s 5 Most Popular Custom Carbon Gravel & Road Bikes of 2022

Festka’s Top-5 custom carbon bikes of 2022 include more gravel bikes than traditional road…

Written by Cory Benson February 01, 2023

Updated Ventum GS1 Review: A Ready, Set, Gravel Race Machine

Ventum is quickly becoming a household name for those in the drop bar scene. The brand started with slick, aerodynamic road bikes and, in 2020,…

Written by Jordan Villella February 01, 2023

Ventum Updates GS1 Gravel Race Line w/ Larger Tire Clearance & Better Handling

Ventum’s GS1 gravel race line just got a swift update, with more tire clearance, better steering geometry, and matte paint to hide the dirt. After…

Written by Jordan Villella February 01, 2023

Rock Creek Bike Park expands on Kanuga with wooden features & shuttles!

North Carolina gets another killer mountain bike park, this time with shuttles to the top and more technical trail features from Neko Mulally!

Written by Tyler Benedict January 31, 2023

Head to the Highlands: Zwift Unveils Scotland Expansion with 58 New Km

At the tail end of 2022, we got our first glimpse of Scotland. No, not the actual Scotland which will be home to the 2023…

Written by Zach Overholt January 31, 2023

Lezyne Pro Tubeless Kit rolls tire pluggers & CO2 chuck into one

The Lezyne Pro Tubeless Kit packs everything you need to plug and reinflate your tire, whether it’s road, gravel, or mountain bike.

Written by Tyler Benedict January 31, 2023

2023 Bold Unplugged Enduro Bike Hides Downtube Shock for 160mm VPP Travel

Bold Cycles has redeveloped the Unplugged Enduro Bike around a VPP linkage wherein the shock is positioned horizontally within the downtube to deliver 160mm of…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan January 31, 2023

Mondraker Raze Alloy Brings 130mm Trail Bike to a More Palatable $4,399 USD

Following announcement of the Chrono Downcountry Hardtails, Mondraker is adding two aluminum models of the Raze 130mm Trail Bike; the Raze R and the Raze.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan January 31, 2023

Cane Creek Drops Latest Limited eeBrake: The Matador

Cane Creek’s splashy rim brakes return now in a brand new color jacket: “The Matador.” If a matador uses a crimson cape and silver tools,…

Written by Sam Anderson January 31, 2023

absoluteBLACK Super Steel eMTB chainrings go harder…at a price

absoluteBLACK’s new Super Steel eMTB chainrings are really expensive, but they may help your drivetrain last 3x longer. And they look awesome.

Written by Tyler Benedict January 31, 2023

Are You Tough Enough to Ride Across Greenland? Join the First Ice Cap Crossing by Bike

A century after the first Greenland ski crossing, Norwegian organizers have devised a new expedition: cross its icy landscape on bicycles.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 30, 2023

8bar MITTE Titan: A 2-in-1 Titanium Gravel + Road Bike

Unless you’re a sponsored cyclist — or just have plenty of expendable income — buying a bike for every sub-discipline isn’t realistic. That’s likely why…

Written by Andrew McLemore January 30, 2023

No Borders, No Problem: Applications Open for Velocio’s Gravel Team

Heads up, European gravel grinders. If you’ve got the chops, you could find yourself peddling on Velocio’s No Borders team.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 30, 2023

Rocket Granite X Cycling Ceramic Sleek Titanium Road Superbike Build

French ceramic bearing maker Cycling Ceramic partnered up with a custom Austrian titanium framebuilder to create this sleek, low-friction Rocket Granite superbike. With what appears…

Written by Cory Benson January 27, 2023

Bianchi Blasts into 2023 with Nico Rosberg & New Colorways for e-Omnia

The e-Omnia C-Type and T-Type now come in Iron Gray and Brown-Bronze in addition to classic Bianchi Celeste.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 27, 2023

New Trek Project One Designer Series Paint Schemes Have the Coolest Stealth Logos

This Week, Waterloo, Wisconsin’s Trek Bicycles brings more artistry to the company’s custom bike world. The legendary brand is broadening the horizons of their Project…

Written by Ron Frazelle January 27, 2023

Shimano to Introduce Magnetic Resonance Charging of Components While Riding?

Will Shimano’s next-generation Di2 componentry re-charge wirelessly during riding? The brand’s latest patent titled “Bicycle Component, Non-Contact Charging System and Non-Contact Charging Method”, suggests it…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan January 26, 2023

Orbea’s Gain Carbon Road & Gravel Ebike Gains a Lightweight Mahle X20 Upgrade

Orbea upgrade their versatile Gain carbon road & gravel ebikes with a lighter, more powerful Mahle X20 ebike drive system for 2023…

Written by Cory Benson January 26, 2023

New Bell Falcon XR & XRV Helmets Have Landed

Out of Scotts Valley, California last week, Bell Helmets announced the release of the new Falcons. Broken down into two different models, the Falcon XR…

Written by Ron Frazelle January 26, 2023

Brooks England Collab with Artist Jeremy Collins for Limited-Edition B17 Special Saddle

The timeless Brooks England B17 Special Saddle has been laser-etched with the illustration of American Artist Jeremy Collins, resulting in a Limited Edition Special Saddle…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan January 26, 2023

DT Swiss 350 Road Hubs Bring Lighter, Faster Star Ratchet Performance to Drop Bar Bikes

New DT Swiss 350 Road bike hubs get all the lighter, faster, durable Star Ratchet upgrades of their MTB analog, just now affordable with rim…

Written by Cory Benson January 26, 2023

Take Note, Indie Bike-Makers: MADE Show Opens Registration

While MADE had initially said that spaces for framebuilders would be free, the event is now asking for $200 to help offset venue costs in…

Written by Andrew McLemore January 25, 2023

Cadence Collection Launches Winter Breakaway Collection

Los Angeles’ own Candence Collection is a performance and lifestyle apparel company known for some sweet collaborations and their American-made Adventure Cargo Bib. The brand…

Written by Ron Frazelle January 25, 2023