Author: Brian Mullin
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Sea Otter 2017 – Manitou Mastodon Fat Bike Fork and SUNringlé Duroc 30 and 35 Wheels
Hayes has been busy lately and were showing their new Manitou Mastodon fat bike fork, which can fit 26″ x 5.15″ or 27.5″ x 4.5″ width tires. It features lots of excellent technology for improved torsional and braking stiffness and low friction movement. It has 80mm to 140mm of travel, a 150mm front axle, and…
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Sea Otter 2017 – Leatt DBX 3.0 All Mountain Helmet
Leatt gave a unique Pub Pedal launch along Cannery Row in Monterey of the new DBX 3.0 All-Mountain helmet. The helmet is stock full of high technology borrowed from Leatt’s full faced brethren along with venting and adjustment systems applicable for the All Mountain rider. A big shout out to the Leatt staff for the fun…
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Sea Otter 2017 – Atomik Carbon
Atomik Carbon was showing off their new burly AM 35 carbon rim, their foam cored carbon Phatty 85 and Chubby 43 rims, their carbon bars, and the Magnadrive Hub, which is a magnetized freehub featuring virtually zero drag. All of the rims are available separately or as handbuilt wheel builds. AM 35 The new AM…
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Sea Otter 2017 – POC Sports Joint VPD System Knee and Elbow Armor
POC Sports was showing off their new Joint VPD System soft armor lineup, which includes a Knee and Elbow version. Following in the footsteps of the original VPD 2.0 and then the VPD Air armor, the Joint VPD System is highly flexible 2-ply protector utilizing the VPD energy absorbing technology. The VPD 2.0 and VPD Air are slightly stiffer…
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Sea Otter 2017 – Magura HC3 Brake Lever and the MT Trail Sport Brake
Magura announced the release of the new HC3 brake lever with a maximum of adjustment options and the new affordable MT Trail Sport which is a 4-front/2-rear piston system. HC3 Brake Lever The new HC3 brake lever has a ‘Reach Adjust’ that uses their newly designed ergonomic 1-finger brake lever and can be adjusted with an…
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Sea Otter 2017 – Terrene McFly Plus Tire
Terrene has announced the brand spanking new McFly tire with a perfect 2.8″ Plus width. They’re tubeless ready and come in 27.5″ and 29″ diameters, and Light and Tough casings. I like a 2.8″ width as it has the attributes of the 3.0″ without its detriment and has a bit more girth, float and traction power…
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Sea Otter 2017 – Day 2
MRP The MRP Ribbon fork was designed for Trail, Enduro, and All Mountain use and features a Boost 15×110 axle, 35mm stanchions, a bladder free damper, their Ramp Control system, PSST pressure relief valves and the innovative Outcast arch design. It comes in a 27.5-inch size with 140-170mm of travel and a 29-inch with 120-150mm,…
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Sea Otter 2017 – Day 1
WTB Bridger Tough The WTB TCS Bridger is a Plus sized 27.5″ x 3″ tire that was designed for aggressive riding and utilizes an open and blocky knob pattern made with their Lightweight casing and Dual DNA rubber compound. The Bridger is a reliable and fast tire that offers great braking and traction and control…
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Sea Otter 2017 – BERN FL-1 Pavé, Trail, and XC helmets
BERN is releasing their new FL-1 helmet lineup which includes the Pavé, Trail, and XC helmets broadening Bern’s high-end, yet affordable, lid to the MTB market. They also upgraded their Union urban helmet. FL-1 XC Pre-work spins on local trails. Weekend rides with friends. That long-planned-for trip to Moab or The Kingdom Trails. Wherever your…
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Sea Otter 2017 – ORTLIEB Bikepacking Products
ORTLIEB’s waterproof bikepacking lineup was first seen last year, and for 2018 they’re expanding things with Gravel-Pack panniers, a smaller Seat-Pack and Handlebar-Pack, the streamlined Frame-Pack Toptube and finally a Cockpit-Pack. Bikepacking has developed from a niche market to the mainstream of cycling. Nowadays, there is a bike on the market for every type of rider and their riding.…
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Magura Announces the HC3 Brake Lever and MT Trail Sport Brake
Magura is proud to announce the release of the new HC3 brake lever with a maximum of adjustment options and the new affordable MT Trail Sport which is a 4-front/2-rear piston system. HC3 Brake Lever The new HC3 brake lever has a ‘Reach Adjust’ that uses their newly designed ergonomic 1-finger brake lever and can be…
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Just In – Tasco Double Digits Collection, Pearl Izumi Big Air Jersey and Funkier Bike Policoro Shorts
The wild new Tasco Double Digits Collection offers functional and comfortable socks and gloves, while the long sleeved Pearl Izumi Big Air Jersey provides the sun and arm protection. The Funkier Bike Policoro Shorts have an integrated chamois liner and a long Enduro cut. TASCO Double Digits Collection TASCO has been busy lately, and they’re…
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Just In – Kali Protectives Interceptor Helmet
The new Kali Interceptor is a Trail helmet that offers enhanced protection using the innovative Low-Density Layer (LDL) technology and Nano Fusion multi-density EPS with acrylic self-healing foam. It provides deep coverage over the neck and plenty of air flow via its 24 vents, a Boa retention dial, anti-microbial padding, an adjustable visor, and an accessory mounting system. The Interceptor meets…
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SQlab 611 Ergowave Active Carbon Saddle Review
The SQlab 611 Ergowave Active Carbon has an excellent ergonomic design that makes the saddle more comfortable, efficient and easier to spend longer periods of time out riding without numbness or hot spots, especially in the nether regions. The key features for SQlab’s saddles are there multiple sizing that is specific for the riders sit bone…
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Just In – Trailfoody Outdoor Snack Subscription Service
Trailfoody is a subscription-based home delivery service that provides energy food kits for outdoor enthusiasts which offer tasty and healthy snacks. The items in the kits, such as premium energy bars, dried fruit, beef jerky, mix nuts, and more, are chosen to complement the athlete’s physical activity and have a good balance of complex carbohydrates…