Month: April 2022

  • Sea Otter 2022 – veloToze Cooling Vest

    The veloToze Cooling Vest is designed to keep cyclists cooler longer while riding indoors or in hot outdoor weather. The Cycling Vest is made of a breathable, wicking fabric that zips on for a comfortable, snug fit. The vest has four specially placed pockets that hold the Cooling Packs close to the body to maximize…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Moots

    Forager Fat Bike Ready for All Seasons and All Terrain We got a sneak peek of Moots’ new Forager titanium fat tire bike at the show. If you’re not hanging up your wheels when the snow flies and you love the solitude of quiet winter adventures. This Overlanding machine is built for you.  Moots’ 20+…

  • Ride Concepts Women’s Flume Clip Shoe Review

    Reviewed/Tested by Kay Levesque Ride Concepts, based out of Reno, Nevada, launched in 2018 with the goal of meeting the footwear needs of aggressive riders. The Flume Clip is Ride Concepts women’s-specific, high-performing clip-in mountain bike shoe. I tested the traditional lace-up version but Ride Concepts offers a BOA Fit System option as well. Welded…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Topeak 2022

    For 2022 Topeak has the Backloader X bikepack bag, the Backloader Wishbone saddle stabilizer bar, and the Tetrafenders (front and rear) fender that offer a quick attachment aluminum strut system, and the pliable D-Flash fenders (front, rear, saddle, and downtube mounts). BACKLOADER X The Backloader X is a large capacity seat bag designed explicitly for…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Continental Announces New Mountain Bike Gravity Range Tire Lineup

    Continental announces an all-new MTB Gravity Range pushing the limits of grip in any conditions ‘Rider first’ engineering approach delivers a cutting edge portfolio of Downhill, Enduro, and Trail tires for unprecedented performance on every surface Korbach, Germany: Mountain bikers of all levels will be able to push their performance to new limits from today,…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Handlebar Jack Tool Pack and Saddle Jack

    The Original Handlebar Jack gave a sneak peek at their new rolltop Tool Pack and Saddle Jack seat protector. The Tool Pack By popular request, we have created a new gear bag that helps you store your Jack and the other essentials in your tool kit. Crafted with thought, the bag provides ample, efficient storage…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Wolf Tooth 6-Bit Hex Wrench & Axle Handle Multi-Tools

    6-Bit Hex Bit Wrench The new Wolf Tooth 6-Bit Hex Wrench is a slim, strong multi-tool with 11 functions for common bike repairs and everyday needs. Six hex bits are stored inside the handles that fit into the end of a ball detent swivel head for use. The 11 functions include: 2, 2.5, 3, 4,…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – ORTLIEB Launches Bikepacking Seat-Pack QR Saddle Bag

        The German bag pioneers at ORTLIEB have, once again, one-upped themselves. The waterproof bag manufacturer has created an all-new design dubbed Seat-Pack QR. Sitting alongside the 11L and 16.5L Seat-Pack models, the new Seat-Pack QR hits the sweet spot of a 13-liter volume (and weighing just 625g), though the real revelation comes from…

  • New MTB Styles from Backcountry

      Here is a sampling of the latest mountain bikes styles from Backcountry’s in-house collection of apparel and gear. Each piece is carefully crafted with quality and performance in mind to withstand the rigors of mountain biking without compensating for style and comfort. To check out the full MTB collection from Backcountry, click here. Backcountry…

  • Honey Stinger Launches the Nut + Seed Bar

    Recovery Has Never Tasted Better With New Honey Stinger Nut + Seed Bar. Most athletes are too familiar with eating dense, tasteless, hard-to-digest protein bars as part of their post-exercise recovery. With its new Nut + Seed Bar™, Honey Stinger is on a mission to make recovery both tastier and more effective. The first-of-its-kind Honey…

  • Leatt 2022 MTB Trail Lineup

    Whether you’re a novice or pro or anything in between, Leatt has the gear to keep you riding. From head to toe. Helmets that feature head and brain protection. Jackets, jerseys, and shorts are all designed to be comfortable and take on any season or riding conditions you may face. Shoes that are breathable, grippy, and…

  • Outbound Lighting Announces the Detour Road Light

    Outbound’s New “Detour” Road Light Brings Automotive Headlight Technology to Your Handlebars  This wireless light optimized for road bikers, commuters, and gravel grinders feature automotive-grade cutoff beam technology and is designed and assembled in-house in Chicago. Detour is the latest handlebar-mounted bike light from Outbound Lighting. Developed by Outbound’s Chicago-based team of engineering professionals with experience in…

  • Sea to Summit Telos TR2 Bikepack Tent

    The Sea to Summit three-season freestanding Telos TR2 bikepacking tent features shortened poles and a modular storage system for easier packing and carrying on a bike. The tent was built for convenient transport via kayak, motorcycle, or bike and boasts a roomy interior.  The design offers multiple setup modes for extra-comfy adventures for two. The three-season…

  • Yakima EXO OpenRange Kitchen

    This Spring, Yakima will launch the EXO OpenRange Camp Kitchen, the brand’s first debut in the outdoor kitchen space. The kitchen set packs into a single box and mounts onto the brand’s signature EXO modular hitch-mounted organization system: Introducing Yakima EXO System. The new EXO OpenRange cooking system comes in two versions, the base OpenRange…

  • Announcing the Spring/Summer GOREWEAR Road Line-Up

    Comfort makes it easier to focus and prioritize your flow. GOREWEAR lineup offers balanced comfort and support, where it’s most important for a high-performing, intuitive range for all riding styles and conditions. New colorways and functional graphics help you ride with style and comfort through the most idyllic and challenging backdrops. Feel more comfortable in…

  • Hayes Bicycle Group Launches Collection of Trail Wheels, and New Dropper Post

     Hayes Bicycle Group Launches Collection of Trail Wheels from Reynolds, and a new Manitou dropper post  TRAIL The new Hayes Bicycle Group Reynolds Trail wheels redefine the category by taking the rider further off-trail, being light, strong, and compliant. The new low profile, wide channel rim increases cornering speed, trail feels, and improves compliance,…