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Week In Review: New Bikes from 3T and BMC, RKT9 Review, Alchemy Interview, and more

Road and Gravel weren’t the only categories to get new bikes this week, Marin introduced the Hawk Hill trail bike for those on a budget.…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 12, 2016

Friday Roundup – Cycling Odds & Ends

Looking back at the Tour of California – Some of us here are suckers for infographics. So when the TOC organizers wrapped up the event and…

Written by Cory Benson June 10, 2016

Fix Manufacturing creates compact wearable multi-tools for urban riders, skaters and snowboarders

On their Kickstarter campaign page, Fix Manufacturing states “No tool is worth anything if you don’t have it when you need it”, so they’ve come…

Written by Steve Fisher June 10, 2016

Review: Niner RKT9 cross country race rocket

After attending the informal launch party for the Niner RKT9 last summer, we got our own size Large in for testing on my home trails…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 09, 2016

Hövding wants the man to give a beep by hearing web-connected bicycle bells

Starting in London, Hövding, which is better known for their quickly inflating “airbag” helmet for cyclists, wants those in government to hear from cyclists anytime…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 09, 2016

Water Works Roundup – Filtration bottles and a wearable dehumidifier?

It flows around the planet, through our bodies and even hangs in the air – as the basic ingredient for life itself, water is without…

Written by Steve Fisher June 09, 2016

Must Watch: Pure Darkness 3 – Going Big Will Never Die

Ever wondered just how big you can go? For most of us that isn’t a question of physics, but rather one of our own abilities…

Written by Zach Overholt June 09, 2016

Every Day Carry: What does enduro champ Jerome Clementz take with him?

Next up in our Every Day Carry series is Enduro World Champion Jerome Clementz. The 2013 EWS and 2015 European Enduro overall winner split his…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 08, 2016

Robot Bike 3D prints titanium, carbon tubes into 160mm DW-link shredder

As we’ve seen the rapid prototyping concept grow technologically into an actual method to manufacture components, a lot of design limitations that have previously governed bike design…

Written by Cory Benson June 07, 2016

Accessories in tow: two new bicycle trailers meant to help your gear go the distance

Go, go, gadget, bike trailer! That’s probably the thought that will cross your mind as you unfold your Multi Purpose Wagon. Just what is a…

Written by Zach Overholt June 07, 2016

Velojackr portable repair stand/kit reshapes to fit in cages, Williams offers customizable carbon cage

Velojackr’s slogan pretty much says it all – “we believe the only part of your bike that should touch the ground is your tires.” That’s…

Written by Zach Overholt June 07, 2016

Help out NICA, Win a Pivot Mach 429 Trail from Tasco MTB

Want to get your hands on the Pivot Mach 429 Trail? Who wouldn’t? Especially if someone is giving one away! After partnering up with Pivot…

Written by Zach Overholt June 07, 2016

Is KP Cykler’s lugged 2-speed The Perfect Urban Bike?

Just a few weeks ago we took a look at the trophy-like Bike Hanger from Danish KP Cykler, and then a glance at their commuter sidecar. But…

Written by Cory Benson June 06, 2016

OpenBike connects all of your bikes’ lights, shifting, computer, batteries & more

As our bicycles continue to add more and more electronics to them (lights, shifting, computers, motors, etc.), we’re also adding batteries. Which means additional weight,…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 06, 2016

Rotor UBB4630 spins out more secure option for PF30. BB386, and BBRight

Love the threaded BB30 solution from Rotor Bike Components? That same threaded pressfit design is now making its way to more bottom bracket “standards” thanks…

Written by Zach Overholt June 06, 2016

Let Blinkers signal turns for your city bike

One of the founders of Swiss startup Velohub sent us their latest urban riding project. Set up to develop new tech for better and safer…

Written by Cory Benson June 06, 2016

Found: JustGoRide lets you create free GPX route files, GPSvisualizer makes them useful

I suppose all of this was only ever a Google search away, but now that I’ve been using the Wahoo ELEMNT and it’s ability to…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 05, 2016

Week in Review: SRAM eTap Hydro, hacked Di2 MTB install, sweet new bikes & more!

This past week we saw new bikes from several smaller brands, like SE Bikes and Rodeo Labs, plus a couple of hacks showing off an…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 05, 2016

Believe the hype! SE announces the Public Enemy Big Ripper

Yeah Boyeeeee! If you’re a hip-hop loving BMXer, SE Bikes has created one dope ride to pay tribute to rap’s most influential group as you…

Written by Steve Fisher June 05, 2016

Review: Will HT Components’ Enduro ready T1 pedals dethrone Shimano’s class leading trail pedals?

We got our hands on an absolutely dazzling set of HT Components’ T1 Enduro/Race pedals (I got to pick the color out of the 11…

Written by Trey Richardson June 03, 2016

Friday Roundup – Cycling Odds & Ends

Specialized partners with Stanford to understand exercise effects on cognition – With support from the Specialized Foundation, Stanford research is working to better understand how cycling and…

Written by Cory Benson June 03, 2016

BIY 2 Bike Kit – Build your own bamboo bike in just 5 hours?

They say ‘if you want it done right, you gotta do it yourself.’ But what if you have zero experience? According to the folks at…

Written by Zach Overholt June 03, 2016

THM Carbones to join 3T Cycling in mutually beneficial buyout

Just this morning 3T Cycling announced that they are in the process of buying out THM Carbones, bringing the boutique carbon maker under the 3T…

Written by Cory Benson June 03, 2016

Pello peddles new kids’ bike line, focuses on light weight, high quality

Kids’ bikes are a funny thing. Many parents often cringe at the thought of spending big bucks on something their child will quickly outgrow, but…

Written by Zach Overholt June 03, 2016

Clink makes sure your tools aren’t left at home with U-Lock Multi Tool Combo

If you have to carry a U-Lock, it might as well do something more than just lock up your bike. Right? That was Jon Schwass’…

Written by Zach Overholt June 03, 2016

Readers’ Rides: Rock and Road Bike Shop debuts Norco Revolver Terminator w/ cleanest Di2 possible

One look at the custom touches on this Norco Revolver FS, and it’s clear this isn’t your average build. But it does look familiar. Especially…

Written by Zach Overholt June 02, 2016

Review: HotShot resets your nerve-to-muscle communication to prevent cramps

Perhaps you’ve seen the ads for #ITSTHENERVE floating around Facebook, and perhaps you’ve even clicked on them only to find a tease of information about…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 02, 2016

Long Term Review: Trek Émonda SLR 8

When Trek first introduced the Émonda back in 2014, it was sort of a surprising addition. Seeming to compete directly with the Madone, the biggest difference…

Written by Zach Overholt June 01, 2016

Cycli lets you race friends online…while sitting at your desk

While it might develop better muscle memory to use a standard trainer and something like the Wahoo standup/cycling desk, not every employer is keen on…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 01, 2016

The Win Tunnel: Where to carry your spare tube

Specialized is at it again. Between use of their new-ish wind tunnel for bike development, the aero team continues the aerodynamic equivalent of “will it…

Written by Zach Overholt June 01, 2016