Author: Brian Mullin
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Outdoor Retailer Snow 2020 – Völkl Blaze Skis, Marker Duke PT 16 Binding, and Dalbello Quantum Asolo Factory Ski Boots
Völkl Blaze Skis The all-new Völkl Blaze series provides an off-piste feel for intuitive skiers who enjoy short turns, offering one of the lightest freeride skis in its class. With the Blaze series, the Bavarian ski manufacturer launches four models that are specifically geared toward the needs of freeriders who appreciate agility, maneuverability, and lightweight. Blaze…
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Robert Axle Project’s Drive Thru Makes Drivetrain Cleaning Easy
Get Your Wheel Out of the Way Though far from glamorous, routine drivetrain cleaning is essential for component longevity, especially during winter. The Robert Axle Project’s Drive Thru dummy hub/chain keeper makes the job easy, replacing your rear wheel to allow uninhibited access to the drivetrain and rear triangle for easy cleaning. Based on a…
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Outdoor Retailer Snow 2020 – Giro and Bollé
Giro had their Grid MIPS/Envi MIPS helmets and Contour Goggle, while Bollé had the Ryft Helmet, Nevada NEO Goggle, Chronoshield Sunglasses, and LightShifter Sunglasses. Giro Grid/Envi Helmets Giro Sport Design new Grid MIPS (men’s) and Envi MIPS (women’s) helmets weigh in at only 400-grams. The feathery weight and MIPS protection will offer the utmost in…
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Triple Bypass Ride and Mt. Evans Hill Climb now Qualifiers for GFNS Championship
EVERGREEN, COLO, February, 4th 2020 — Two legendary Colorado-based cycling events (The Triple Bypass Ride and the Bob Cook Memorial / Mt. Evans Hill Climb) will have “partner status” with the National Gran Fondo Series for the 2020 season. Both events will now offer the opportunity to earn Gran Fondo National Series Points and qualify for the USA…
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Outdoor Retailer Snow 2020 – Nite Ize
Nite Ize expanded its RunOff Waterproof lineup, with the Small Packing Cube, Phone Pouch, and Tablet Case. For dog lovers, they have the RadDog Collapsible Bowl, NiteDog Rechargeable Led Collar, and NiteDog Rechargeable Led Leash. Some additional light sources include the Radiant 170 Rechargeable Clip Light, Radiant 170 Rechargeable Headlamp, Radiant Rechargeable Microlight, and the Radiant 100…
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Outdoor Retailer Snow 2020 – Best of Show Part 2
OR Snow 2020 Best of Show Part 2, includes the Five Ten Trailcross LT Mountain Bike Shoe, Klean Kanteens Food Boxes, Hydro Flask Down Shift Hydration Pack, DPS Pagoda Tour Skis, Dalbello Quantum Ski Boots, Bollé Chronoshield Sunglasses, and the Backcountry Access Tracker 4 Beacon. Five Ten Trailcross LT Mountain Bike Shoe The lightweight Five Ten…
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Outdoor Retailer Snow 2020 – Best of Show Part 1
OR Snow 2020 Best of Show Part 1, includes the Osprey Soelden/Sopris Pro Packs, Yakima CBX Solar Cargo Box, GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Pro Stove, Marker Duke PT 16 Binding, Bolle Ryft Helmet, Rossignol BlackOps Skis, and Giro Contour Goggle. Osprey Soelden/Sopris Pro Packs The Pro version of the Osprey Soelden (men’s) and Sopris (women’s) backcountry pack…
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EcoVessel Launches New Spring Product Line
EcoVessel’s Spring Product Line of High-Performance Drinkware Melds Fun and Function to suit consumers “on-the-go” Boulder, Colorado – January 27, 2020 – This week, EcoVessel announces the launch of their new spring product line. The new lineup is comprised of two new ‘vessels’ designed with your morning commute in mind, a bold and colorful riff…
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Review – Topeak BackLoader Saddle Bag
The Topeak BackLoader is a large capacity seat bag specially designed for bikepackers providing a streamlined way to carry gear without the need for a rear rack. Constructed of lightweight, highly water-resistant and durable materials, it mounts and removes quickly. The upgraded saddle mount system, in conjunction with compression straps, reduces the pendulum effect associated…
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Just In – Headsweat Long Sleeve Performance Tee Shirt
The Headsweats Long Sleeve Performance Tee Shirt offers incredible comfort during a bike ride, and it’s inexpensive and made from repurposed plastic bottles. Whether you’re training, racing, recreating, or working out, this lightweight and a highly breathable long-sleeve jersey are designed to fit an active lifestyle. It’s made of 100% Polyester Pintec REPREVE fabric, a sustainable…
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Video: Israel Is My Playground – Fabio Wibmer
Austrian trials rider Fabio Wibmer takes a tour around Israel on his new Canyon Torque bike. He visits the streets and beaches of Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, and Eilat. He provides his usual superb bike skills on the cityscapes, terrain, and deserts that are unique to Israel. Enjoy!
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Sage Announces The Titanium Powerline 29er HT
Sage Titanium is proud to be launching the Powerline; a new mountain bike model that sits amongst the Sage Optimator cross-country and Flow Motion all-mountain bikes. Offering riders a modern hardtail that can handle everything from endurance XC events to down-country shredding, the Powerline has a versatility that sets it apart from all other mountain…
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CrazyCap UV LED Purifying Water Bottle – Outdoor Retailer Innovation Award Finalist
CrazyCap Named 2020 Outdoor Retailer Innovations Awards Finalist for Its Next-Generation UV Light Water Purifier January 6, 2020, [Denver, Colorado] – CrazyCap’s portable water purifier, has been named a finalist of the Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards in Denver, Colorado. Presented annually by the Outdoor Retailer organization, the Innovation Awards recognize the outdoor industry’s top products,…
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Marzocchi Introduces The Bomber Z1 Coil Fork and Coil Conversion Kit
Undeniably Smooth – Finally a buttery smooth coil fork with nothing to prove. No crazy maintenance schedule no downtime. Just get on and go. Riders have been asking for it, Marzocchi heard the call and has proudly delivered. The new Z1 Coil builds on the legacy of the single crown fork that started the revolution…
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The Denver Post Ride The Rockies Announces 2020 Route
2020 Route The 35th annual Ride the Rockies features the stunning roads of southwest Colorado, with this year’s start and finish situated in Durango, one of the Centennial State’s most popular outdoor recreation and tourism destinations. Along with easy access to some of Colorado’s best road and mountain bike riding, Durango offers visitors a plethora…