Reviews

Tailfin Top Tube Packs Offer Extra Bikepacking Storage for All Sizes & Preferences: Review

Tailfin Top Tube Packs offer three sizes and two closure types to haul more gear for more riders, even those with knee rub concerns.

Written by Cory Benson and Zach Overholt March 31, 2023

Updated Ventum NS1 Review: All-Road Features, Aero-Road Performance

The updated Ventum NS1 is a multifaceted road design, focused on speed but able to hang on dirt roads and gravel. A near do-it-all design.

Written by Jordan Villella March 29, 2023

Mosaic Updates the RT-1 For All Roads and Larger Tires

Mosaic is taking on all the roads, updating its RT-1 with a sleeker design, a more capable geometry, and larger tire clearance. This new Mosaic…

Written by Jordan Villella March 28, 2023

Review: Spurcycle’s Original Bell is Crafted for Beauty & Function

Maybe this is a bold stance, but in my humble opinion, the Spurcycle Original Bell is the best bell on the market and truly the…

Written by Ron Frazelle March 27, 2023

Rocking Socks & Sandals With the Bedrock Mountain Clogs

Based out of Missoula, Montana, Bedrock Sandals releases the perfect follow-up to its open-toed adventure sandal with the Mountain Clogs.

Written by Ron Frazelle March 25, 2023

7mesh WTV Chilco Anorak and Lizard Skins Monitor 3 SZN Gloves Make a Great Cold-Weather Combo

7mesh’s WTV Chilco Anorak and Lizard Skins’ Monitor 3 SZN gloves make a great combo for chilly fall, winter, and spring rides.

Written by Steve Fisher March 23, 2023

BikeYoke Revive 272 brings proven dropper seatpost to down-gravel & XC: Review

BikeYoke Revive 272 dropper seatpost goes gravel with just 80mm of never-spongy travel and new 27.2mm diameter…

Written by Cory Benson March 23, 2023

Rotwild R.X275 Sets New Lightest Trail eMTB Benchmark at 15.3kg with TQ-powered eBike

Maybe the World’s Lightest eMTB at 15.3kg, the Rotwild R.X275 trail ebike combines a light TQ drive with a unique Boost Button twist remote…

Written by Cory Benson March 22, 2023

Fizik’s Most Versatile Saddle is 3D-Printed Vento Argo Adaptive 00 with 7x9mm Upgrade

Combining lightweight, maximum stiffness & the peak of tuned Adaptive ergonomics, the new top of Fizik’s Argo saddle family will even fit on more bikes…

Written by Cory Benson March 17, 2023

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

Northwave & Cape Epic pair up for Special Edition Rebel 3 x Epic Series XC MTB Shoes

Northwave started a new partnership supporting the Cape Epic and its Epic Series of multi-stage cross-country marathon mountain bike races last year, and is now…

Written by Cory Benson March 16, 2023

Specialized Recon ADV Shoe Laces Up for Adventure

If you’re looking for a gravel shoe that is lightweight, comfortable, and uses the classic shoe lace, the Specialized Recon ADV is here.

Written by Zach Overholt March 14, 2023

First Look: T-Lab X3-S Custom Titanium Gravel Bike Gets a Special BikeRumor Finish

Is suspension the future of gravel bikes? If you’re ready to say yes and want a custom titanium bike with a suspension fork, the T-Lab…

Written by Zach Overholt March 10, 2023

Leatt MTB Shoes Stick on New WaffleGrip Pro Rubber: HydrDri 7.0 & 3.0 Flat Pro Review

Review of Leatt waterproof HydrDri 7.0 & MTB 3.0 Flat Pro shoes: Revamped mountain bike shoes stick to platform pedals like glue with all-new WaffleGrip…

Written by Cory Benson March 08, 2023

2023 Merida ONE-SIXTY 6000 Gives a Reassuring, Responsive Ride | Review

Last year, Merida revitalized its line up of trail and enduro bikes with the launch of the 2023 Merida ONE-SIXTY and ONE-FORTY, the former of…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan March 03, 2023

Tifosi Rail XC First Look: Budget Sunglass Doesn’t Miss Marks

The Rail XC exhibits Tifosi’s “sunglasses for all” concept with a palatable price tag and a shallow shape to fit more wearers.

Written by Sam Anderson March 01, 2023

Haulin’ the Goods on the Short Haul D8, Tern’s Most Affordable Cargo Bike

Urban mobility specialists Tern Bicycles has loaned BikeRumor its new, entry-level, budget-friendly Short Haul Cargo Bike for review.

Written by Ron Frazelle February 27, 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

Review: Gore Lupra mountain bike jacket is perfect in it’s own special way

With a mix of windproof, water-resistant, and highly breathable stretch panels, the Gore Lupra has features that make it a nearly perfect mountain bike jacket.

Written by Tyler Benedict February 25, 2023

Review: Louis Garneau 7-pocket Clutch gravel jersey & 3-pocket Corridge Bibs

With a whopping 10 pockets between them, LG’s “Groad” jersey and bibshorts are a great way to bring all the snacks along. Add in a…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 24, 2023

Shimano MW702 Winter Shoes Review: Better Fit, Better Protection From the Elements

The Shimano MW702 replaces the outgoing MW701 and expounds on some of the newer features that the MW701 brought to the Shimano winter shoe line.

Written by Jordan Villella February 24, 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

Review: Niner RKT RDO is a low-slung bottle rocket

The Niner RKT RDO is leaner and meaner than ever, proving itself as a capable XC race bike. Here’s how it compares to the prior…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 18, 2023

Review: Giro Blaze winter mountain biking shoes

The Giro Blaze is a sleek, warm, weatherproof winter mountain bike shoe that’s comfy in a wide temperature range. Now, if only they made it…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 16, 2023

Unique Vents Give the New Bell Full 10 Spherical DH helmet Impressive Ventilation

I’ll never forget Bell’s print ads from the 90’s, cleverly asking “Is your kid wearing $100 shoes and a $10 helmet?” If you agree your…

Written by Steve Fisher February 16, 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

Review: Fezzari Veyo SL aero road bike defies the wind

The Fezzari Veyo SL provides very affordable, always-on speed with a great feature set, future-proof spec, and darn good looks. Here’s the full review with…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 13, 2023