Author: Brian Mullin

  • Spank Industries Introduces HEX Drive Hubs

    Available in matt black anodized full alloy body and freehub (with a reinforced steel spline on HG freehubs, and a steel freehub version for an e-bike), the new HEX DRIVE Hub from SPANK Industries brings you a high engagement (3.5°) hub with oversized bearings and advanced seal system for durability and low maintenance. Available with…

  • Industry Nine Debuts Hydra S, 1/1 Carbon Mountain Wheels, and All new road/gravel disc options

    New wheel options bring Industry Nine offerings to wider price points, including new carbon options Asheville, NC –  Industry Nine is excited to announce six new wheelsets that bring our reputation for feature-packed wheelsets delivering outstanding innovation and ride quality to even more riders. Focused on bringing legendary i9 performance to value-oriented wheelsets, the introduction…

  • Fix It Sticks Mountain Tool Kit

    I’ve been using the Fix It Sticks Mountain Kit for three years now, and the tools offer an ideal blend of strength, functionality, durability, and usefulness. The Fix It Sticks Mountain Kit is ideal for mountain, commuters, and road riders. Fix It Sticks created a functional and practical kit for real-world and on-trail use. The full mountain…

  • Pirelli Launches Scorpion XC RC Tire

    Pirelli introduces a new tire to further complete its Scorpion MTB range dedicated to mountain bikes. A very high-performance product, 100% racing-oriented, developed for and with the TREK PIRELLI team. Dedicated to all XC competitors.   Returning to cycling in 2017, a sector that well interprets its values as a leading brand in sustainability, Pirelli…

  • Showers Pass Crosspoint Softshell Waterproof TS Glove Review

    The Crosspoint Softshell Waterproof TS Gloves are the ultimate in waterproof-breathable durable hand protection for inclement weather on bike rides. The Showers Pass Crosspoint Softshell Waterproof TS Glove utilizes the Artex waterproof-breathable technology, which offers excellent dexterity and durable protection. Artex will keep your hands warm and dry via its seamless waterproof membrane bonded to…

  • Wahoo ROAM Free: The South Downs Way Film

    A year ago we set out to put together a short film about four adventure-seeking riders in the UK as they took on the historic South Downs Way Trail. The film was shot by George Marshall and the riders were Liam Yates, Sophie Edmonson, Anna Mcleod, and Neil Phillips. “The 100 mile (160 Km) long…

  • Home Bike Shop – An oldie but goodie

    This is an older post I had made on my Home Shop. The bikes have changed, and I have added a few newer tools, but the layout and set up is still the same.   Once you start to accumulate bikes and have been riding for a while, you usually start to become your mechanic…

  • Otterbox iPhone SE Cases, Amplify Glass with Antimicrobial Technology, and Cases for iPad Pro

    Cases for iPhone SE (2nd gen) Spring into protection against drops and bumps with an array of stylish and protective cases for Apple iPhone SE (2nd gen). OtterBox, the No. 1-selling smartphone case brand in the U.S. has iPhone SE (2nd gen) covered to keep you connected with those that matter most. “Apple continues to…

  • Glerups Wool Felt Slippers

    Danish footwear brand Glerups makes stylish, slippers, shoes, and boots made from 100% felted wool. Wool naturally wicks moisture, thermoregulates to keep your feet warm or cool, has good wear resistance, and offers excellent odor control. They make their shoes in three styles: The Shoe, The Slip-On, and The Boot. Each of those styles is available…

  • Panaracer introduces Gravelking SS, the newest member of the gravel tire family with an all-new tread pattern

    Panaracer is proud to announce the latest addition to the Gravelking family, the Gravelking SS, and SS+.   Building on the success of the standard Gravelking and the Gravelking SK; both industry-leading tires in the gravel category; Panaracer has developed the next generation of the gravel tires in the Gravelking SS and SS+. Designed as…

  • LOWA Footwear for Summer Outdoor Hiking, Walking, and Fitness

    Completely handcrafted in Europe, with more than a 100-year German heritage, LOWA has a wide variety of styles ideal for walking around town or light hiking in local parks. LOWA’s history is genuine and they are a hiking favorite of outdoor athletes for its durability, longevity, and out-of-the-box comfort; as well as sustainability practices. Categories include…

  • Honey Stinger Introduces New PLUS+ Performance Chews

    Honey Stinger Elevates Fueling for Athletes with New PLUS+ Performance Chews   Honey Stinger, the honey-focused sports nutrition brand, today introduces PLUS+ Performance Chews, a product line designed to help athletes optimize performance across their most demanding efforts. Specially formulated with caffeine and electrolytes, the new PLUS+ Performance Chews – an addition to the brand’s…

  • Fresh Produce – Leatt MTB 1.0 Urban Helmet and ABUS uGrip Bordo Big 5700 Folding Lock and

    Leatt Twenty/Twenty MTB 1.0 Urban Helmet Range Leatt’s ALL-NEW MTB 1.0 Urban helmet offers protection and comfort to city riders. This helmet has the cool looks of an old-school skate-style lid, with the high-tech protection offered by an energy-absorbing polymer compound shell, impact foam, and 360° Turbine Technology. All of which combine to reduce the…

  • Leadville Race Series to Cancel All 2020 Leadville-Based Events Amid the COVID-19 Crisis

    LEADVILLE, Colo., May 13, 2020 — Life Time, the nation’s premier healthy lifestyle brand which owns the Leadville Race Series, announced today all 2020 Leadville-based mountain bike and run events will be canceled amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Leadville Race Series is near and dear to us at Life Time, as it is to our…

  • Breck Epic 2020: The Year of the Mask – Postponed Until 2021

    The writing has been on the wall for quite a while now so we wanted to connect earlier than our initial June 1st decision-making deadline. Here’s what we’re looking at; Our international field accounts for over a third of our participants this year. For most of those people, it is simply impossible to get here.…

  • Sufferfest Beer Co. Introduces New Low-Calorie Brews    

    ​Sufferfest​, brewing the highest-quality and most flavorful low-calorie beer for the athlete in all of us, proudly announces the relaunch of their purpose- brewed mixpack and introduces two new brews, Gut Check IPA and  Shred Kolsch, to their roster of brews. Over the last year, Sufferfest has been listening to their community and refining their…