Clothes & Gear Reviews

Fizik Proxy White Review: Light & Airy Gravel or XC Racing Shoes, But Limited Fit Control

Review: Fizik’s new white Proxy gravel racing shoes are light, well-vented, and as stiff as I want… but they have a fit adjustability issue I…

Written by Cory Benson September 02, 2024

SMITH Motive And Wildcat Sunglasses Review: Steve Finds One Clear Winner for His Face

Need some new shades? Steve gives the rundown on two popular models from Smith.

Written by Steve Fisher August 28, 2024

A Spring And Summer With 7mesh’s Glidepath Pants And Arcade’s A2 Belt

7mesh’s Glidepath pants are ideal for a wide temperature range, fit kneepads easily, move freely and worked well with Arcade’s A2 belt.

Written by Steve Fisher August 22, 2024

New Trek WaveCel MTB Helmets Get Cooler, Blaze Includes Removable Ear Covers

Can’t decide between a half shell and a 3/4 MTB helmet? The new Trek Blaze means you don’t have to choose…

Written by Zach Overholt August 08, 2024

Shimano S-PHYRE XC903 MTB Shoes are More Comfortable Than Ever

If you can get past the price, the new Shimano XC903 mountain bike shoes offer far more comfort than you would expect.

Written by Zach Overholt August 05, 2024

Thule’s Rail Hip Packs Carry Just The Basics Or Cargo Plus Water

Choose between hauling just the essentials, or more cargo and water bottles with the Thule Rail 0 and Rail 2 hip packs.

Written by Steve Fisher July 30, 2024

Canyon Tempr CFR Shoes Are Race Proven with PerformFit Wrap

Canyon’s new Tempr CFR shoes are race-focused and have already stood on World Cup podiums this season, but as always, fit is subjective.

Written by Jordan Villella July 11, 2024

The SMITH Payroll MIPS Helmet is Well Vented, Protective and eMTB Certified

Going big or going fast? The Smith Payroll helmet is certified to take the hit.

Written by Steve Fisher June 18, 2024

Rad Button-Up For ROWDEE Rippers: Shindig MTB Shirt Review

The Shindig is not your typical cycling jersey, but it does feature beer and tacos.

Written by Will Brendza June 14, 2024

Crankbrothers’ Stamp Trail BOA Shoes Offer Good Grip, Low Weight, and Quick & Easy BOA System

There’s a lot to like about the Crankbrothers’ Stamp Trail BOA shoes.

Written by Steve Fisher June 10, 2024

First Look: Shimano’s Lace-Up New Enduro/DH Shoe, the SH-GE700

Shimano’s GE700 & GE900 are geared towards enduro, but they’re much more versatile than you’d expect.

Written by Ron Frazelle May 22, 2024

Live Uncaged Off The Wall. YT x Vans Crossover with Special Limited Edition Shoes: Review

OK, we all know YT and Vans here, right? Well, the mountain bike and skate shoe maker have teamed up for some special edition co-branded…

Written by Cory Benson April 25, 2024

POC Procen Air, Mini Aero Road Helmet Makes You Faster, But Not Full Dark Helmet: A Review

POC’s all-new Procen Air aero road helmet takes obvious design cues from time trial. But it dials it back just a notch, to blur those…

Written by Cory Benson April 18, 2024

Pas Normal Mechanism x Fizik Carbon Road Shoe Collab Crafts Shiny Silver Slippers – Review

Pas Normal has paired up with Fizik, to create a flashy new set of premium shiny silver carbon-soled road bike shoes. I have a hard…

Written by Cory Benson April 17, 2024

iXS Hex Pull-Over Easily Slips Lightweight Chest & Back Protection On & Off: Review

This new iXS Hex Pull-Over chest & back protector harnesses energy-absorbing honeycombs for impact protection that’s easy on & off, from sweaty climbs to high-speed…

Written by Cory Benson April 16, 2024

New Smith Triad Road, Gravel & XC Helmet Adds Another Option w/ Aleck CS Sensor

Smith’s latest helmet is a bit of a chameleon in that it will look good on or off-road with enough protection for fast XC rides.

Written by Zach Overholt April 12, 2024

First Impressions: Quoc Escape Lace Up Road Shoe

If you’ve been following the news on the site (and we know you have), you’ve noticed some new shoes from the UK brand Quoc. They…

Written by Jordan Villella April 10, 2024

Quoc GT XC Lace Shoes Balance Classic Gran Tourer Style & Race Carbon Stiffness: Review

Quoc’s latest evolution Gran Tourer XC Lace shoes are their perfect mix of classic lace-up style and durability with a race-ready carbon sole…

Written by Cory Benson April 03, 2024

Specialized Search Delivers Mid-Priced Gravel Helmet + New Recon 1, 2 & 3 Shoes

Specialized’ newest helmet builds on the success of recent S-Works models at a more approachable price.

Written by Zach Overholt April 02, 2024

iXS Trigger X 3/4 Shell Enduro Helmet Offers Extra Protection with Max Ventilation: Review

iXS Trigger X MIPS open-face ¾-shell enduro helmet lends extra protection for riding tough trails, with ventilation for the climb back up.

Written by Cory Benson March 26, 2024

Crankbrothers Aims to Save Our Shred With New S.O.S. On-Bike Tools

SOS! Crankbrothers is answering riders’ calls for mid-ride help with their new tool line.

Written by Steve Fisher March 26, 2024

Silca Grinta Bags go Fast-Packing with Small BOA Bikepacking Bar & Saddle Packs

2 all-new Silca Grinta fast-packing bags haul just enough gear to take your road and gravel rider further, without weighing your bike down…

Written by Cory Benson March 14, 2024

Lumos Ultra Fly Pro MIPS Helmet Brings Smart Commuter Safety to the Road – Review

Available if you can snap one up, the Lumos Ultra Fly Pro MIPS is a killer combo of on-road performance and smart safety in traffic!

Written by Cory Benson March 11, 2024

Crankbrothers Dials In New Mallet and Stamp Trail BOA Shoes

Crankbrothers introduces two new MTB shoes – The clip-in Mallet Trail BOA and the flat pedal Stamp Trail BOA.

Written by Steve Fisher February 27, 2024

Introducing Ocean & San Apparel: Not For Racing

Ocean & San recently debuted a short video titled This Is Riding, which depicts two friends enjoying an idyllic afternoon of cycling along the Central…

Written by Bennett Shane February 25, 2024

Granite RocknRoll TQ is a Nice Mini-Ratchet, an OK Torque Wrench, Nothing New – Review

Granite’s new RocknRoll TQ torque wrench tool kit is just OK as a torque wrench, but still a solid option for trailside adjustments…

Written by Cory Benson February 18, 2024

Specialized Propero 4 Helmet is Totally Redesigned for Aero Speed + Ventilation

Specialized has a new version of the Propero, but if you’re familiar with the previous versions, you might not even recognize it.

Written by Zach Overholt February 13, 2024

Fizik Argo X1 Gravel Saddle Gets Lighter with Carbon Rails Upgrade: Ridden & Reviewed

Review: Fizik Argo X1 adds carbon rails to shed weight on the versatile short-nose gravel & off-road racing saddle…

Written by Cory Benson January 31, 2024

First Look: Shimano’s New Technium, Technium L, and Twinspark Cycling Sunglasses

This time last year, Shimano announced their upgraded RIDESCAPE lens technology for their existing S-Phyre and Aerolite sunglasses. Today, they are introducing three cycling sunglass…

Written by Jeremy Benson January 31, 2024