Month: November 2019

  • Rapha 2019 Gift Guide

      Rapha has been making the world’s finest cycling clothing and accessories since 2004. This winter, greater effort means greater reward: motivating yourself to get out in less-than-ideal conditions yields greater satisfaction post-ride. This Holiday gift guide highlights their most popular items, all of which have been designed by cyclists, for cyclists. To make it…

  • Hey Alexa, Get Me Some Tequila – Handoff’s Voice Tech Alcohol Delivery

    With holiday drunk driving on the rise, a Denver company hopes to make streets safer this holiday and capitalize on the booming voice commerce industry with a hands-free liquor order and delivery service, the first of its kind in the country. The startup makes it easier for Coloradans to add booze to their party using…

  • Gift Guide – Velocio, Vermont Glove, Mountain Hardwear, Luce Farm Wellness, and Opinel 

    Velocio  Alpha Long Sleeve Jersey Velocio has completely revamped its outerwear for 2019. They have opted for a dynamic layering system — Alpha System — in place of the one-piece winter jacket of old. At its core is the Alpha Long Sleeve. This thermal mid-layer fits under a shell for protection from the cold and…

  • Ken Block’s Climbkhana TWO: 914hp Hoonitruck on China’s Most Dangerous Road; Tianmen Mountain

    Wow, another excellent and insane Ken Block video. This time he is driving the 7-mile long Tianmen Mountain road with its wild 99 bends. Question: can you add a bike rack to the back of the F-150? Some feared 2018’s Gymkhana TEN marked the end of automotive’s largest viral video franchise, but Ken Block is…

  • Safe Catch Wild Tuna and Salmon

    Safe Catch – Eat Pure. Live Pure. Safe Catch wants everyone to feel great about eating tuna again, so they invented new technology to test every fish for mercury. They only source sustainably caught wild tuna, and each fish has to pass their test, so not every tuna can be a Safe Catch tuna. Most other…

  • Muc-off launches pressure washer in Europe and USA

    After massive success after the initial launch in the UK earlier this year, the award-winning Pressure Washer by leading bike cleaning and maintenance brand Muc-Off is now available in Mainland Europe and the United States. Thoughts => I love all of Muc-Off’s products, as they make cleaning, protecting, and lubing your bike, efficient and easy.…

  • Leatherman FREE T4 Multi-tool Review

    The Leatherman FREE multi-tool collection offers innovative magnetic architecture and a unique locking system that provides a one-handed ability to open and close every feature on the device. The FREE T4 is packed with 12 tools, including a knife, scissors, pry lever, package opener, awl, bottle opener, file, four screwdrivers, and tweezers. The 3.6-inch long body is…

  • YETI V Series Vacuum-Insulated Cooler

    The new YETI V Series Vacuum-Insulated Cooler combines two of YETI’s icons, the cold-holding power of their Rambler Drinkware and their iconic Tundra Cooler. The YETI V Series Stainless Steel Cooler is the result of their relentless dedication to innovation, taking their legendary insulation to the next level in a look that’s a classic nod to…

  • First Impressions – HOKA One One Speedgoat 4

    Named for HOKA Athlete Karl Meltzer, “The Speedgoat” is designed to attack all kinds of technical trail. The new Speedgoat 4 is a durable, stable shoe that’s comfortable across any terrain. Complete with a wider forefoot, midsole and toe box, and a gusseted tongue, the Speedgoat 4 has enhanced heel support and midfoot lockdown in…

  • Henty Enduro 2.0 Pack Review

    The Henty Enduro 2.0 is a hybrid mixture of a comfortable and conformable hip pack with the stabilizing characteristics of a standard pack’s shoulder strap harness and back panel design. The 5-liter (170 fl oz) pack includes a 3-liter hydration reservoir and has enough features, functions, and pockets for almost any adventure in the outdoors. Highlights…

  • Big Agnes 2020 Copper Spur HV UL Tents

    Big Agnes has updated its Copper Spur HV UL tent series with an extra zipper system that will offer awning-style vestibule doors that integrates with your trekking poles, providing shade and drizzle protection. You can also roll the door up out of the way for better venting and viewing if desired. They’ve added larger gear lofts,…