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Trek Announces Recall of All Allant+ 7 E-bike Models with Tektro Brakes

Trek Bicycle has recalled all its Allant+ 7 e-bike models with Tektro brakes due to a light bracket interference with the brake hose.

Written by Jordan Villella September 21, 2023

Shimano Announces Voluntary Inspection & Replacement Campaign for Some 11-Speed Road Cranksets

It’s official. Shimano has started an “inspection and replacement campaign” for 11-speed cranksets due to bonding failures.

Written by Zach Overholt September 21, 2023

Mavic Wheels Opens North American Office in Waterbury, Vermont

Mavic has a new home in North America — Waterbury, Vermont

Written by Jordan Villella September 21, 2023

Old Man Mountain’s Basket is Finally Here + Brilliant Axle Pack for Suspension Forks!

OMM has a few new options for carrying cargo on your bike, but their solution for adding cages to your suspension fork also caught our…

Written by Ron Frazelle September 21, 2023

DT Swiss Affordable Aero Aluminum Wheels Bring Aerodynamic Gains: E 1800 Review

DT Swiss debut their first wind tunnel aero-optimized aluminum road wheels, and we give them a full all-road & gravel review…

Written by Cory Benson September 20, 2023

Moots Express is… a Carbon e-Gravel eBike?

A bit unexpected, but they swear it’s still a Moots.

Written by Tyler Benedict September 20, 2023

New Bianchi Specialissima RC is Lighter and Faster Than Ever

Bianchi claims a total weight of 14.5 lbs/6.6 kg for a size 55cm Specailissima RC complete bike.

Written by Jordan Villella September 19, 2023

The New Otso Voytek 2 Is One of the Most Adjustable Bikes on the Market

With more adjustability than most full suspension mountain bikes, the new Otso Voytek 2 is whatever you make it.

Written by Zach Overholt September 19, 2023

AASQ: How do I decide between a convertible or a traditional full-face helmet?

Trying to decide between a convertible full face or one with a fixed chin bar? MET & Bluegrass have stepped up to help in the…

Revel Bikes Re-Releases The Tweedy Dirt Jump & Pumptrack Bike

Who doesn’t love catching some air? The Revel Tweedy is back with new Green Jeans.

Written by Steve Fisher September 19, 2023

2023 Kona Process X Alloy Brings Enduro, Park & DH Capabilities

Kona has announced the release of two new aluminum mountain bikes; the Process X and the Process X DH. With a geometry based on the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 19, 2023

Industry Nine Hydra Fat Bike Hubs are Back for Winter

…and you know they can never be whack.

Written by Tyler Benedict September 18, 2023

Fezzari Explorer Peak e-Fat eBike gets a Surprise Drop

The latest Fezzari matches fat tires with big power, a carbon frame, and several upgrade options.

Written by Tyler Benedict September 17, 2023

A Folding Bikepacking Bike? The Bike Friday All-Packa is Capable & Compact

While at the Made Show, we stopped by the Bike Friday booth and checked out their All-Packa, a foldable bikepacking bike ready for adventure.

Written by Ron Frazelle September 15, 2023

Racer’s Factory Gloves Are Awesome, But Motion Knee 2s Rub Me The Wrong Way

Racer’s Factory Gloves have become new favorites, but their Motion Knee 2s rubbed me raw without much pedaling.

Written by Steve Fisher September 15, 2023

The Sklar Super Something Frameset is Available and Shipping Now

The uber versatile, “handles like a dream” Sklar Bikes’ Super Something production gravel frameset is available now, and shipping worldwide.

Written by Ron Frazelle September 15, 2023

Starling Cycles’ Future Innovations & the Challenges of UK Manufacturing | Interview

We paid a visit to Starling Cycles, catching up with founder, Joe McEwan, who teased some interesting and exciting projects that are underway…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 14, 2023

The Crusher is Reincarnated as Mondraker’s Shimano-Powered 150mm Enduro eBike

For 2024, Mondraker is honing its eBike craft: hot on the heels of the all-new lightweight NEAT eMTB is the reinstated Crusher. Like the 2018…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 14, 2023

Gee Atherton is Back with Breathtaking Ridgeline IV, and He’s Headed to Rampage?

Incredibly beautiful, unbelievably scary. Yep, it’s another Ridgeline video from Gee Atherton.

Written by Zach Overholt September 14, 2023

Vertical’s Helium Dropper Loses Weight for 60mm Drop at 281g

Ride Vertical shave yet more grams off what was already the world’s lightest dropper seat post. The Helium gets an Ignitor remote, too!

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 14, 2023

Rocky Mountain’s Blizzard PowerPlay is Ready for Fat-E Powder Play

Howling in with the 108 Nm torque Dyname 4.0 motor is the Rocky Mountain Blizzard PowerPlay, a Fat eBike with 27.5″ wheels and 4.5″ tires.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 13, 2023

Ergon’s First Triathlon Saddle Promises Comfort with Less Fatigue

Ergons SR Triathlon saddle is a race-oriented triathlon saddle designed with muti-time World Champ Jan Frodeno. The design allows riders to comfortably churn the watts…

Written by Jordan Villella September 13, 2023

Fulcrum Wind 42 & 57 Aero Carbon Road & Gravel Wheels Deliver More Affordable Speed

Fulcrum’s new Wind aero road wheels adapt proven wide internal Speed 42 & 57mm aerodynamics for more comfort & affordability…

Written by Cory Benson September 13, 2023

Will a 3D-Printed Hollow Titanium Derailleur Hanger by Silca Make Your Bike Shift Better?

New lightweight Silca 3D-printed titanium derailleur hangers promise to improve the shifting of your road, gravel & mountain bikes…

Written by Cory Benson September 12, 2023

Specialized Roubaix SL8 Adds Future Shock 3.0 & AfterShock Seatpost Flex

The latest Roubaix gives you more tire clearance, a lighter frame, upgraded Future Shock suspension, and better aerodynamics so you’re faster over the most hellish…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 12, 2023

Crankbrothers Updates Stamp 1 Composite Flat Pedals | Review

Crankbrothers has revised the Stamp 1, their most budget-friendly flat pedal, retailing at £59.99. While the composite platform shape is updated to deliver the upmarket…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 12, 2023