Author: Brian Mullin

  • Chris King ARD44 Wheels

    A Recyclable, Aero, USA-Made Wheelset – Chris King Launches the ARD44 Chris King has a new, high-performance road wheel, the ARD44. It’s designed for serious cyclists who want all-out speed on flats, climbs, and through corners. It’s an aero wheel that shines across a wide range of terrain, from smooth pavement to rough gravel roads.…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – ABUS, Chris King, Udog, and Mission Workshop

    ABUS ABUS AirDrop ABUS is excited to announce its first-ever full-face helmet. The AirDrop is the new flagship helmet of ABUS’ mountain bike line and offers complete protection for the gnarliest of trails, and is packed full of features to improve the riding experience. The fit is one of the most important criteria when choosing…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Hayes Brakes, Passchier Handlebars, CushCore, Saris, Cane Creek, and Honey Stinger

    Hayes Tomorrow is better when you build on experience and success from the past to reach new heights. We did that with a limited-edition release of the Hayes Dominion A4 “Purple Hayes.” The purple colorway is a testament to the early days of mountain biking that saw Hayes bring technology to the world that forever…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Colorado Springs Companies: Twisted Spoke CBD & Elevation Wheel Company

    Twisted Spoke CBD Releases New Plant-based Supplement Cordyceps mushroom extract capsules target improved athletic performance. Twisted Spoke CBD cordyceps supplement comes in vegan cellulose capsules that contain 200 mg of cordycepin, the cordyceps mushroom’s active ingredient. This is different from other companies that market 200 mg of a mushroom extract, which may contain much less of…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Magura Vyron MDS-V3 Wireless Dropper Post & MT Series Brakes

    Magura USA launches the Vyron MDS-V3 in the USA and Canada Everything about the wireless dropper seat-post has been improved: its extension is faster, the actuation is more responsive, and the remote has been completely redesigned with a focus on ergonomics and can be utilized with Magura’s shiftmix adapter for their MT Brakes. The MDS-V3…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Tools from Ryders Innovations, Abbey Tools, Muc-Off, and Cannondale

    Ryder Luberetta Compact Chain Lube Dispenser & Ryder Luberetta with 125ml Ryder Wax Lube Comprising of a canister and silicone dispenser cap, the Ryders Luberetta has a guide channel for your chain. Most conventional chain lubrication products feature an extended drip nozzle – which easily clogs. Bicycle drivetrains are expensive, and the latest wireless shifting…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Bikes from Alchemy, Ibis, Factor, and Digit

    Alchemy Arktos Collection The New Arktos 125 is the perfect blend of fast and fun. Shorter travel means more efficiency, with a super-responsive and nimble frame. Is it an XC bike? Nah… This thing is made to be ridden hard and built up so it can take a beating. Beat your buddies uphill, then impress…

  • Swiftwick Launches New Vision Adventure Series Featuring Iconic Travel Destinations

    Your Style Meets Performance: Creative Socks With High-Performance Features For those who love to travel & explore – introducing the Swiftwick VISION Six Impression Adventure Series. Featuring vibrant 360° designs of iconic destinations like Moab, Lake Tahoe, and Jackson, these socks are made with high-performance fibers that wick moisture to keep your feet dry, cool,…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Bikes from Revel, and Diamondback

    Revel Rodeo The “Rodeo” is the world’s first fully 3D-printed carbon fiber Downhill Bike. The Revel Rodeo is a multi-year passion project of Adam Miller (Revel Bikes), Chris Canfield (CBF suspension inventor), and Jordan Haffener (Revel Bikes Senior Engineer). The Rodeo was designed by Revel and manufactured in partnership with 3D Printing pioneer Arevo Inc.…

  • Gnarly Nutrition Launches Hydrate Electrolyte Powder In Two Limited Run Flavors

    Gnarly Nutrition is excited to launch two limited-edition varieties of their electrolyte supplement, Gnarly Hydrate, in Salted Margarita and Lemonade. This is Gnarly’s first-ever flavor drop that was selected by customers and the first release in Gnarly’s Limited Edition Flavor series. Gnarly surveyed nearly 5000 customers to determine the new flavors, with Salted Marg and…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Knog

    The Blinder Lights family just got better with advanced technology & more competitive price per lumen. Knog announced the expansion of its Blinder Light collection. Combining robust aluminum CNC construction, compact design, optimized beam angles, powerful light output, multiple mounting options, and more competitive price per lumen, the all-new Blinder Integrated front light range is…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Sunglasses from Smith Optics, Limar, and Tifosi

    Smith Mainline Full Face Helmet DH-certified, full-face enduro helmet featuring Koroyd Give credit where credit’s due. Thank your mom, your legs, and your gear for giving you the opportunity to land that rocky gap. Made for going big, going fast, or both, the Smith Mainline is our pinnacle, downhill-certified enduro bike helmet. Safety innovations like…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Helmets from KAV Sports, Limar, and Kali Protectives

    KAV Sports KAV makes custom-ordered 3D-printed helmets. The current models are the Portola and their top-of-the-line Portola: Kaze. This year they are offering custom multi-colors as part of their Color Exploration Project instead of their previous black, gray, or white colors. You choose five different color options (dual tone) for the various panels of the…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Fox Racing

    Dropframe Pro 3/4 Shell helmet with ear coverage, BOA Fit System, and MIPS for confidence-inspiring coverage and top-level protection. The Fox Racing Dropframe Pro utilizes the BOA Fit System for class-leading fit and a Fidlock magnetic closure. It features the MIPS protection system that has been proven to reduce rotational motion when implemented in a…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – KS LEV Circuit Wireless Dropper Post

    We initially saw the KS LEV Circuit at the 2016 Interbike show, but KS wasn’t happy with its performance, so they spent a few years doing a complete redesign. The new KS LEV Circuit is an electronically actuated dropper post that utilizes a hydraulic cartridge that offers infinite adjustability and comes in 125, 150, 175,…

  • Sea Otter 2023 – Project 321 G3 Hub and 6-Lock System

    6-Lock The crown jewel of their display at Sea Otter was the Project 321 6-Lock System, allowing you to use either a CL or 6-bolt rotor on the same hub with an innovative flange system. They created a hub with a 6-bolt/Center-Lock convertible flange that will allow fitment of both style rotors. It’s not the…