Component Reviews

First Rides: SRAM Force AXS & XPLR Groups Get All the Right Refinements

The new SRAM Force might look like it’s mostly a cosmetic update, but the functional upgrades make it stronger and more ergonomic than ever on…

Written by Tyler Benedict March 16, 2023

Protect Your Back Side With PDW’s Full Metal Fenders

Oregon’s Portland Design Works knows a thing about riding in the rain and offers its Full Metal Fenders for all bikes.

Written by Ron Frazelle February 25, 2023

Hutchinson Gravel Goes Big with 50mm Overide, Touareg & Tundra gravel bike tires

Hutchinson has given their gravel tire line-up a high-volume boost, ballooning their Overide, Touareg & Tundra up to 50mm. Developed to transform your modern gravel…

Written by Cory Benson February 19, 2023

First Rides: Galfer Shark lightweight 160mm XC rotor can save grams without losing power

Galfer Shark XC lightweight 160mm rotors bring extra braking power & more consistent performance to cross-country, marathon & downcountry mountain bikes

Written by Cory Benson February 15, 2023

5DEV Factory Tour + CNC Machined Gravel & MTB Crankset Review!

Last year, I made a trip down to San Diego to visit the manufacturing facility for 5DEV. Because I’m local to them, they reached out…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 09, 2023

Review: SRAM XPLR Gravel Group, from Fork to Wheels to Drivetrain

The complete SRAM XPLR gravel group comes together to create a sum greater than its parts, and the parts are pretty darn good. While there…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 21, 2023

Review: Wolf Tooth Morse Cage Ti bottle cages

A lightweight bottle cage that holds securely and gives you 4x the mounting range of typical bottle cages, letting you put your water where you…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 18, 2023

Dream Build: Masi Incanto Ti Allroad/Gravel

Well, here we are, the Masi Bicycles Incanto Ti dream build is finished and ready to ride. Not sure if you remember, but back in…

Written by Ron Frazelle December 20, 2022

Bikerumor Editor’s Choice 2022 – Cory’s Best Bike & Gear Awards

OK, another wild year in the books. 2022 started with remnants of two years of chaos, then gradually edged back towards ‘before-times’ normal. What that…

Written by Cory Benson December 09, 2022

Review: Silca titanium cleats for Crank Brothers pedals clip tight, go hard

Silca’s titanium cleats for Crank Brothers Eggbeater & Candy pedals provide a firmer engagement & pedal feel that justify the price. It helps that they’re…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 28, 2022

OneUp Components’ Carbon Handlebar Offers Subtle Compliance at a Competitive Weight | Review

When I first heard about carbon fiber bike parts, I thought the main benefit of this material was weight savings. While that’s certainly true, I’ve…

Written by Steve Fisher November 22, 2022

New Race Face Era Carbon Cranks Add Stainless Heel Guard + Lifetime Warranty (Crashes Included)

What are all of the reasons for not running carbon cranks on a mountain bike? Heel scuffs? Damage from crashing? Broken pedal inserts? Race Face…

Written by Zach Overholt November 01, 2022

The Masi Incanto Puts Their Titanium Spin on Gravel & All-road Frame Construction

Vista, California’s Masi Bicycles probably isn’t the first brand that comes to mind when you think of titanium. But last year, they somewhat quietly released a new…

Written by Ron Frazelle October 25, 2022

Wolf Tooth Resolve Seatpost Review: Self-Bleeding Dropper delivers trouble-free performance & more travel

You may have just seen the news, but Wolf Tooth Components now has their own dropper post called the Resolve. Representing one of the brand’s…

Written by Zach Overholt October 11, 2022

The American Classic Kimberlite review: a budget gravel tire with an upscale ride!

American Classic is not new to producing cycling products as they’ve been doing so since 1982. They went away for a while, but now they’re…

Written by Ron Frazelle September 26, 2022

Wolf Tooth Echo Lock-On grips use softer rubber for happy hands

If you’re a fan of silicone grips, Wolf Tooth Components has you covered. They offer silicone foam grips in four sizes, two shapes, and 10 colors…

Written by Zach Overholt September 20, 2022

PRO Compact Carbon Clip-On Review: mini aero bar offers more flexibility, more speed!

PRO’s all-new Compact Carbon Clip-On puts a new shape on the smallest of miniature clip-on aero bar extensions, with integrated computer & accessory mounts. As…

Written by Cory Benson September 19, 2022

Is the Paul Klamper mechanical disc brake worth the hype? How does the Growtac Equal compare?

A little over a month ago, I reviewed the Growtac Equal cable-actuated brakes. It wasn’t long after it was published, that the comment section lit…

Written by Ron Frazelle September 09, 2022

Goodyear Newton MTF & MTR Enduro Tires offer great grip, but could be more supple

Back in May, Goodyear announced the released their very first models of tires that were designed and manufactured in-house; the Newton MTF and Newton MTR.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan August 29, 2022

Review: Hunt Aerodynamicist 44 aero road bike wheels

In terms of bang for your buck aero wheels, the Hunt Aerodynamicist line is hard to beat. They’re light, fast, perform well, and the 44mm…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 25, 2022

Review: £195 PINND CS2 Flat Pedals tested long-term

At the 2021 Tweed Valley EWS, new componentry brand PINND announced their arrival with the launch of their debut product, the £195 CS2 Flat Pedals.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan August 24, 2022

The Why Cycles Big Iron V2 changed my mind about 27.5″ fat bikes

In 2018, Why Cycles finally released the news I had been waiting for – Adam Miller was once again designing fat bikes. After launching Borealis…

Written by Zach Overholt August 23, 2022

Crankworx Whistler – First Ride on LOOK’s new and incoming Trail Roc MTB pedals

LOOK has had a big presence in the cycling world for many years, but they’re best known for their road, track and triathlon pedals rather…

Written by Steve Fisher August 16, 2022

Review: Carbon Seido MGV fork by Bombtrack can upgrade your adventure!

Crossing over Bombtrack bikes’ frame & fork offerings into their new separate Seido aftermarket component line, the new MGV fork offers all the adventure-capability you…

Written by Cory Benson August 11, 2022

First Rides: Zipp 808 Firecrest wheelset is more versatile than ever, much lighter & cheaper too!

The new Zipp 808s are much lighter, much cheaper, much wider, even faster, and more versatile than ever. If you’re looking for the full details…

Written by Jordan Villella August 08, 2022

Review: 76 Projects Hi Flow No Clog Tubeless Valves are Legit

76 Projects were first to market with a new Hi Flow No Clog Tubeless Valve, though we only caught wind of it after release of…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan August 04, 2022

Review: Hunt Enduro Wide V2 MTB Wheelset

Last season, Hunt Wheels released an updated version of their aluminum Enduro Wide wheelset, re-engineering the rim profiles to have demonstrably more impact resistance without…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan August 03, 2022

Orucase Design Labs Mini Frame Pack combines zippers & magnets for accessibility on the go

Want to carry extra gear without giving up room for water bottles? In that case, mini frame bags are a good way to go. Depending…

Written by Zach Overholt August 01, 2022

Review: The new Growtac Equal Brakes combine little size and big power!

Polarizing opinions aside, cable-actuated disc brakes aren’t going anywhere. And frankly, in many circles, these types of disc brakes actually seem to be more popular…

Written by Ron Frazelle July 27, 2022

First Look: OneUp V3 Dropper Remote is Customizable, Cheaper & Easier to Push

OneUp Components has introduced the V3 Dropper Remote, a lighter, more affordable iteration that is said to require 27% less actuation force than the V2.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan July 25, 2022

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