Clothes & Gear Reviews

Review: Assos kits up for gravel & XC, road line remains top shelf

Lately, Assos has stepped up its off-road game, first adding a Trail Kit as their first official mountain bike clothing. And that was so good,…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 18, 2019

Reviewed: Women’s GORE Wear Summer MTB Apparel + R7 Shakedry Trail Hooded Jacket

This summer my go to riding kit has been the new GORE Wear C5 Women’s All Mountain MTB apparel. GORE sent us this kit, in…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan August 07, 2019

Review: Rapha Explore laces up stiff gravel & road shoes for all-road adventure

Rapha’s return to shoes kicked off again earlier this spring with two all-new variations developed in-house for either Classic road riding, or gravel & adventure…

Written by Cory Benson July 22, 2019

Review: Sweet Protection Dissenter MIPS MTB helmet is lightweight, ventilated & affordable

‘How much is your head worth’ is an easy upselling one-liner for bike shop salespeople, but it’s entirely possible to find a helmet that offers…

Written by Steve Fisher June 17, 2019

Review: Osprey’s Katari 3 hydration pack carries plenty of water and a handful of tools

Are you a thirsty rider who keeps your on-trail tool kit to a minimum? Osprey’s Katari 3 hydration pack might be just the thing for…

Written by Steve Fisher June 05, 2019

New Giro Imperial road cycling shoe offers twin Boa dials, super light Synchwire upper

Move over laces, Giro has a new flagship road shoe. Taking much of what they’ve learned from the Prolight Techlace, Giro is now offering their…

Written by Zach Overholt June 04, 2019

Review: Abus AirBreaker road helmet blends aero, lightweight & great cooling

We got an early look at the new Abus AirBreaker back in late March in Taiwan, told it matched or outperformed their other road helmets…

Written by Bikerumor Staff May 14, 2019

Pactimo cycling clothing adds more comfortable fits, unique pieces, & new colors

It can be difficult to keep up with a clothing company like Pactimo since it seems like they’re constantly updating their line. That’s not great for…

Written by Zach Overholt May 14, 2019

Review: Giro Chrono Expert bibs & jersey blend comfort, performance & sustainability

Giro’s clothing keeps getting better, and it’s not just the fit and finish. Now, it’s about the materials, too. Their new Chrono Expert bibshorts and…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 07, 2019

318 SH50 helmet transmits tunes & flashing lights w/ MARS smart retention system

While they haven’t quite caught on, the concept of a smart helmet isn’t a new thing. However, most smart helmets integrate the electronics into the…

Written by Zach Overholt April 30, 2019

Atherton approved Endura MT500 kit lands tougher DH/Enduro pants & shorts

Endura have launched a new collection ahead of the gravity race season openers, and have brought in DH royalty by way of the Atherton Clan for…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan March 22, 2019

Review: Unior’s tiny multi-purpose Pocket Lockring Tool saves the day

The Unior 2-in-1 Pocket Spoke & Cassette Lockring Tool is one of those little gadgets that you pick-up for bike touring once and then don’t use…

Written by Cory Benson March 13, 2019

Review: Fassa Separator & Defender v2 padded bike protection are worth the premium

UK bag and protection maker Fassa crafts a number of products in-house to protect your precious bike, whether on the go or stored at home.…

Written by Cory Benson March 13, 2019

Review: dhb Aeron LAB Raceline and Ultralight Kits

You’ve got the latest carbon fiber aero bike, your new aero helmet cheats the wind, your riding position is dialed for maximum speed and your…

Written by Bikerumor Staff February 11, 2019

Review: Dissent 133 layers up the ideal glove for any type of foul winter weather

Picking the perfect winter riding glove is never that simple. When it’s especially cold & wet, I tend to pick one pair, then carry a…

Written by Cory Benson January 15, 2019

Bikerumor Editor’s Choice Awards 2018 – Zach’s Best Bikes & Gear Picks

Another year has absolutely blown by, and we’re already starting to plan for 2019. But before we pop the champagne and start making ride plans…

Written by Zach Overholt December 20, 2018

Bikerumor Editor’s Choice Awards 2018 – Tyler’s Best Bikes & Gear Picks

Each year, we test, try and see a lot of new bikes, components, gear, tools and tech. Each of us has different riding styles, preferences…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 13, 2018

Review: 45NRTH Ragnarök boots step in when the weather starts to turn

As we head into winter and the weather starts to change, you’re probably reaching for different layers to keep you warm and dry. But What…

Written by Zach Overholt December 07, 2018

Review: Endura MT500 Waterproof Suit, lightweight with monster breathability

Before you read our own review, if you’ve not seen Danny MacAskill in the all-new Endura MT500 Waterproof Suit ripping up some of Scotland’s tastiest…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan December 05, 2018

Hands On: Leatt DBX 4.0 full face helmet goes light on weight, not protection

You have a lot of options these days when it comes to full face helmets. Whether racing down hill or just wanting to add some…

Written by Zach Overholt December 03, 2018

Review: Post Carry Transfer Case flies your bike w/o oversize baggage fees!

Oversize baggage fees are the bane of traveling cyclists’ existence, adding up to $400 for a round trip. So, what if there was a way…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 27, 2018

Review: New Dirtlej Core Edition Dirtsuit w/ improved breathability & waterproofing

With a weekend of shredding in store in Scotland’s unrivaled glorious winter conditions, we were extremely grateful to test the new Dirtlej Core Edition Dirtsuit.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan November 16, 2018

Review: REI Co-op ADV 3.1 adventure bike & camping gear makes bikepacking easy

Earlier this year, REI invited us to test out their Co-op Cycles ADV 3.1 650B drop bar adventure bike in the BLM deserts outside of…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 14, 2018

Review: Dainese’s Trailknit Pro Armor Tee is comfy and cooler than it looks

When I received a Trailknit Pro Armor Tee from Dainese earlier this summer, I couldn’t wait to take it to the bike park. However, this…

Written by Steve Fisher November 12, 2018

Review: Endura’s Singletrack Softshell Jacket, Trail Pants, Bib Liners and Lite Tee

Earlier this summer I received the entire Singletrack outfit from Endura, which includes a softshell jacket, trail pants, bib liners and a jersey. I spent…

Written by Steve Fisher October 26, 2018