First Look: Ortlieb Fork Pack Offers 4.1 or 5.8 Liters of Easy On/Off Packability
There are plenty of options for carrying extra gear on your bike these days. But if you have accessory mounts on the side of your fork legs (or not), you may be wondering what to use to put those mounts in use. Well, something like the Ortlieb Fork ...
Specialized Crux DSW Comp Review: An Excellent Frame with a Single Build
If you’ve been eyeing a carbon Crux but balked at the price, the aluminum Specialized Crux DSW Comp might be your best option. It has the same geometry as its carbon brethren but is crafted from DSW alloy. This bike has a unique personality all its own and ...
Bontrager Charges Into Big Terrain with New Brevard & Galbraith Enduro MTB Tires
Earlier this year, Bontrager launched four all-new MTB treads. Those tires started with the super-fast Vallnord, ranging up to the all-around trail tire called the Gunnison. Now Bontrager is completing their new MTB tire lineup with the most aggressive options in the lineup – the Brevard and Galbraith. Like ...
Get a Grip: Ergon GE1 Evo Factory Grips Convert Another Fan
I want to talk a bit about bike grips. More specifically, the Ergon GE1 Evo Factory grips. I’m a fan of Ergon Bike products. I use their SM Pro Men’s saddles when not riding my trusty Brooks B17. And for grips, I’ve used Ergon grips for over 6 ...
Patagonia’s Dirt Roamer Storm Jacket & Dirt Craft Pants Help Take on the Weather
When the weather gets nasty, you’ve got to cover up to stay dry and happy on the trails. I got the chance to test Patagonia’s Dirt Roamer Storm jacket and Dirt Craft pants, and I’m glad I got my hands on both. The jacket offers full protection from ...
Review: One Up Cockpit – Bar, Stem, Grips & V3 Dropper
One Up Components makes some of my favorite cockpit parts, I’ve been riding their carbon riser bar for years and it’s amazing. Same with their 2nd generation dropper post. So, when they introduced an alloy version of a handlebar that adds a little flex to soften blows, I ...