Author: Brian Mullin

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Thule

    Thule showed their durable RoundTrip Road Bike Travel Case (with an integrated bike stand), their eco-conscious Thule Aion luggage collection, their Rail hydration packs, and the versatile Courier bike trailer. RT Road Bike Case On the tail of the new RT MTB Case launch earlier this year, Thule launched the new RT Road Case at…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Fox Racing Proframe RS Helmet

    Fox created the lightweight, breathable full-face helmet category. With the Proframe RS, they’ve taken it to the next level. Fox Racing gave us a sneak peek of the new version of its Proframe full-face helmet, dubbed the Proframe RS (i.e., Race Spec). It has an updated lightweight ultra-breathable design and MIPS most advanced rotational protection…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Smith Optics

    Smith Optics has the road Ignite helmet, which offers Koroyd and MIPS protection and an aerodynamic shape. New wraparound ChromaPop sunglasses include the Bobcat with a full coverage hybrid goggle-like design, the lightweight minimalist Resolve, and the Active & Lifestyle Boomtown. Their Mainline full-face helmet just got eBike Certification for 2022. Smith Ignite Helmet Make…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Orucase Axiom Bike Travel Case

    Orucase is one of those companies that makes bike cases that fit within the gray area of airline regulations for size limits; otherwise, you’ll pay high oversize fees on some airlines (Note: Golf bags never experienced that issue?). Recently most airlines have relaxed their size limitations, so Orucase saw an opportunity to create a durable…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Selle Italia

    Selle Italia had some interesting stuff on display. The innovative X-Bow lineup with shock-absorbing technology, the X-LR Superflow lineup (off-road version of the SLR), the uber lightweight carbon SLR Boost Tekno Superflow, and the Model X Green Superflow (1oo% recyclable, pollutant-free, and zero-waste). X-Bow Great Comfort And Stability For The Off-Road World The offroad offer…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Diamondback and Redline

    Diamondback Bicycles has the new Mission Carbon 2, and Mission Carbon 1 full suspension bikes, along with the Redline BMX MX24, and Profile Series. Mission Carbon 2 The Mission is back: longer, lower, slacker, and absolutely unflappable on steep trails. With 180mm of travel up front and 160mm in the back, this playful all-mountain ripper…

  • 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+…

  • 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…