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Benton Launches Shifts&Grins Affordable Hitch Bike Rack for Sh*ts&Giggles

Benton’s newest rack promises a hole-in-one every time.

Written by Ron Frazelle February 06, 2025

Bianchi’s New Aquila RC—A Time Trial Missile Built for Pure Speed

Bianchi’s newest TT bike could save a racer 37 seconds… enough for the win?

Written by Jordan Villella February 06, 2025

2025 MADE Show Will Be Bigger Than Ever, Tickets are on Sale Now

It’s not even spring, but we’re already looking forward to MADE 2025.

Written by Ron Frazelle February 05, 2025

Mason RAW Updates Steel Hardtail, Hints UDH Overhaul For More Steel Adventure Bikes Soon

At the start of this year, Mason updated their made-in-Scotland Raw adventure hardtail mountain bike for the first time since its introduction 3.5 years ago.…

Written by Cory Benson February 04, 2025

Five Ten Freerider Pro BOA Shoes Reel In a Dial-Fit Upgrade

Long held as one of the best, grippiest flat pedal mountain bike shoes available, a new Five Ten Freerider Pro BOA brings upgraded dial-fit control…

Written by Cory Benson February 04, 2025

Panorama Cycles Chic-Chocs 3 Fatbike Features Carbon Frame w/ Internal Storage, Starting at $2,900 Complete

The third generation Chic-Chocs includes a carbon frame with internal storage and narrow q-factor, and a tempting price tag!

Written by Steve Fisher February 04, 2025

All-New 2025 Pivot Trailcat Drops 2-Trail-Bikes-In-1: SL or LT Carbon Mountain Bikes

Pivot’s all-new carbon Trailcat is 2-Trail-Bikes-in-1: Pick superlight 120mm SL or long travel 135mm LT for all your mountain biking needs…

Written by Cory Benson February 04, 2025

Two SRAM Mechanical T-Type Transmission Derailleurs Soon, Both NX & SX? Patent Patrol

Is SRAM about ready to debut 2 new mechanical Transmission derailleurs? New patent filings & online spec leaks hint at T-type for NX & SX…

Written by Cory Benson February 03, 2025

Rali Chain Mag Chainstay Guard Quiets Your Chain Noise with Magnets

We know how magnets work. But as a chain stay guard? This is pretty interesting…

Written by Zach Overholt February 03, 2025

UCI Bans Repeated Carbon Monoxide Inhalation, CO Hb Mass Testing OK Once or Twice

The UCI’s latest ban prevents repeated CO2 inhalation, which may or may not have been happening in the pro peloton to increase performance.

Written by Zach Overholt February 02, 2025

Smith Relaunches Ultralite Sunglasses to Celebrate 60 Years in Style!

Smith’s retrolicious Ultralight sunglasses offer huge coverage with vintage style.

Written by Zach Overholt January 31, 2025

Ornot Deep Winter Drop: New Magic Shell Jacket, Grid Merino Jersey & Decadent Cap

PFAS-free, waterproof, windproof, and made in the USA. Maybe the Ornot Magic Shell really is magic?

Written by Zach Overholt January 31, 2025

Brembo Buys Öhlins, Promises ‘Conversion of Racetrack Innovation into Consumer Products’

Öhlins Racing gets bought by Brembo brakes, and teases a resurgence of MTB development, turning pro prototypes into consumer suspension…

Written by Cory Benson January 30, 2025

Keep Your Espresso Game Precise with the New Chris King Short Handle Tamper

Put the crowning touch on your bicycle themed kitchen with a new Chris King Espresso tamper.

Written by Zach Overholt January 30, 2025

Shimano Cues Expands Into Drop Bars w/ Affordable & Durable 9, 10 & 11-Speed Options!

The New Shimano Cues Drop Bar groups could lead to more affordable road and gravel bikes – especially with the new 1×8 Essa group.

Written by Cory Benson January 30, 2025

New Rapha Pro Team Roadsuit Promises EF Pro Proven Aero Gains in a Road Race Skinsuit

This new Rapha Pro Team Roadsuit promises to shave seconds off every race for EF Pro cyclists while retaining the versatility and comfort to be…

Written by Cory Benson January 29, 2025

Pivot Mach 4 SL Flight Attendant Review: Trails are Clear for Takeoff

If you can manage to keep seven batteries charged before your rides, the Rock Shox Flight Attendant system makes the Mach 4 even faster.

Written by Jordan Villella January 29, 2025

This Telescopic Carbon Kickstand Will Support a Fully Loaded Bikepacking Bike

This is not your average kickstand.

Written by Ron Frazelle January 29, 2025

Segway Reveals Details for Step-Through And Moto-Inspired eBike Models

It’s a stretch to call the Xyber an “ebike”, but the Xafari is more bike-like and very interesting…

Written by Steve Fisher January 29, 2025

Catlike Finally Shipping Revamped Whisper II Affordable MIPS Road Helmet

I’ve always had a bit of a soft spot for the quirky looks of a Catlike helmet, and have been keeping an eye on the…

Written by Cory Benson January 29, 2025

2025 Salsa Fargo Updates Brakes & Carbon Fork, Adds Protection Against Abrasive Mud

Salsa updates their 2025 Fargo dropbar adventure bikepacking bikes with flat mount brakes, slimmer carbon fork, and abrasion-resistance…

Written by Cory Benson January 28, 2025

Ritchey Rainbow Stripes Are Out. UCI & WCS World Champs Component Agreement Ends

No more rainbows for Ritchey WCS. Why 3 decades later, did the UCI not renew Ritchey’s licensing, so now the WCS goes monochromatic in metallic…

Written by Cory Benson January 28, 2025

First Look: State Bicycles Updates 4130 All-Road Bike w/ Impressive Spec at $1000

It may be hard to find a better value for an entry level gravel bike.

Written by Ron Frazelle January 28, 2025

New WTC EnCase 30cc is the Smallest Pump with Internal Storage We’ve Seen

The EnCase 30cc pump is almost comically small. But it offers serious performance.

Written by Zach Overholt January 28, 2025

Newest Fox Speedframe Helmets are Already Virginia Tech’s Top-Ranked

The Speedframe RS & Pro occupied VT’s top spots, before you could even buy them…

Written by Zach Overholt January 28, 2025

Review: SRAM RED AXS E1, with Actual Weights

Here’s why the latest SRAM RED group elevates the ride experience and justifies its top-tier positioning. Plus, we weighed every component.

Written by Tyler Benedict January 27, 2025

Rondo Ioon Teases €10K Performance Carbon Gravel eBike Powered by Fazua. Update w/ Lower Pricing, Too!

A first-ever Rondo Ioon gravel ebike teases comfort & speed sleekly integrated into a pedal-assist version of the unique Ruut gravel bike!

Written by Cory Benson January 27, 2025

Wahoo Fitness Now Accepts HSA and FSA Payments for KICKR Products and More

Put those HSA and FSA dollars to work buying something that will keep you healthy and fit!

Written by Jordan Villella January 27, 2025

Canfield Ti Nimble 9, a New Limited Edition Titanium Hardcore Hardtail Mountain Bike

Just over a year ago, Colorado bike maker Canfield updated their small-batch steel hardtail, and now its back in much lighter titanium with the limited…

Written by Cory Benson January 27, 2025