Category: Apparel/Protection

  • Peppermint Cycling MTB Signature Bike Pants

    Reviewed by Kay Levesque Note: Just in time for Mother’s Day, Peppermint Cycling offers 20% off everything through May 11. Check out their website at peppermintcycling.com for this very (pepperminty) sweet deal. I tried out their mountain bike pants, and while I loved many of their features, the size didn’t work quite right for me.…

  • GOREWEAR & Dr. Curtis Collab Windbreaker Brings the POP and the PERFORMANCE

    GOREWEAR is excited to introduce its latest limited-edition product collaboration, which launches today, 5/6/2025. In partnership with artist and renowned bike painter Curtis Bullock (@savethepostalservice), GOREWEAR created a limited-edition Fernflow Hooded Windbreaker (women’s / men’s). Each jacket is uniquely pieced together, with its one-of-a-kind, color-popping graphic design applied to the GOREWEAR Fernflow Hooded Windbreaker, a…

  • Introducing the Ride Concepts Hellion BOA Collection

    Ride Concepts new Hellion BOA Collection is now live and available! Offered in the Hellion Elite BOA – dual dial for a precision fit in two distinct zones – for men and women, and in a flat and clip version. The Hellion BOA – single dial configuration – for men and women, and in a…

  • Introducing Shady Rays Forged: Fan Favorite Designs Reinvented In Ultra-Thin Metal

    American-owned adventure eyewear brand Shady Rays has the all-new Forged Collection. The Forged Collection comes from a simple idea: take the Shady Rays frames customers already love—the Classic, Titan, and Allure—and reimagine them as something even more refined, sleek, and versatile. The ultra-thin design brings a modern edge while still maintaining the durability that defines…

  • PAKA Launches Ultralight COOLPLUS

    Alpaca for the Summer? Meet PAKA’s New Ultralight COOLPLUS® Line By blending thermoregulating alpaca fibers with high-tech cooling fibers, the Ultralight COOLPLUS® sets a new standard for lightweight, heat-adaptive apparel.  PAKA, the leading innovator in alpaca apparel, announces the launch of the Ultralight COOLPLUS® Crew. This sweater blends natural alpaca fiber and organic cotton with…

  • Skida’s New Nylon Cap Brings Customer-Favorite Prints To An Instant Classic

    Their new 6-Panel Nylon Caps are crafted for adventure and made from recycled materials, resulting in a lighter environmental impact. Designed with a structured yet flexible fit, these caps have a deeper crown and wider size range than their Original Brim Hat. Those who found the popular Original Brim Hat too shallow will be stoked…

  • Sweet Protection Unveils Special Edition Hyper Violet Colorway

    Sweet Protection unveils Hyper Violet, a striking new colorway designed for those who push boundaries with pedals and paddles. Available in two stunning colorways—Hyper Violet Fade and Black Hyper Violet—this electrifying hue is designed to keep cyclists and paddlers ahead of the pack. With its dynamic presence, it’s not just about looking good—it’s about feeling…

  • Tifosi Optics’ Sanctum XL is Bigger, Bolder, and Built for More

    Your favorite shades just got supersized—meet Sanctum XL, the ultimate upgrade in sports eyewear. Designed for those who demand a larger fit, broader coverage, and a bold look, Sanctum XL takes everything you love about the original and amplifies it. Featuring over 25% more lens area, it delivers expanded protection, superior clarity, and all-day comfort,…

  • Review Wild Rye Emmett Overalls

    Reviewed/Tested by Kay Levesque Tested: Wild Rye Emmett overalls, Color: caper, Size: 10 What do you want to wear after riding the trails all day? Something comfy like Wild Rye’s Emmett overalls! These super-soft, stretchy overalls are boxy and oversized, featuring roomy hand pockets, snap-closed chest pockets, and two rear pockets. When you want something…

  • Full-Speed Send in the new Defy Performance Sunglass from SMITH

    On a run, on two wheels, or in the snow, the new Defy sunglass from SMITH offers ample coverage and a crisp view of the terrain wherever adventure takes you. The performance-focused sunglass features a lightweight, rimless design and ChromaPop™ optics for unobstructed, high-contrast vision. Impressions =>We got to check them out at Sea Otter. …

  • 6D Helmets Unveils All-New Alterra Lightweight Full-Face Enduro Helmet

    The revolutionary helmet design combines strength, superior ventilation and patented safety technology 6D Helmets, pioneers in helmet safety technology and design, proudly introduce the all-new Alterra lightweight full-face enduro helmet. Four years in the making and building on their deep roots in motocross and recent success at the Olympics in BMX and the World Cup…

  • Patagonia’s Lightest Nano-Air Ever – The Nano-Air Ultralight

    Patagonia introduces the lightest addition yet to the Nano-Air family: the Nano-Air Ultralight Hoody and Nano-Air Ultralight Pullover, designed for high-output adventures in cool conditions.  The original Nano-Air revolutionized active insulation in 2014, debuting with 60 grams of innovative FullRange® insulation. A few seasons later, the Nano-Air Light followed with 40 grams, enhancing breathability.…

  • G-FORM Unveils the X4 Collection

    G-FORM® Unveils the X4 Collection: Complete MTB Protection, Re-Invented New Line Elevates Everyday Mountain Bike Protection with Re-engineered SmartFlex™ Technology for All Riders, All Terrains.  G-Form®, the innovative technology protection brand, today proudly announced the launch of its all-new X4 Collection—a revolutionary full-body protective gear lineup designed for mountain bikers who demand the best in…

  • Review of Smith Forefront 3 Helmet and Smith Bobcat Sunglasses

    Reviewed/Tested by Kay Levesque I’ve been wearing Wild Rye bike shorts, Smith helmets, ski goggles, and sunglasses for years. All are incredibly high quality, fully functional, and quite stylish. It turns out that Wild Rye’s founder, Cassie Abel, spent time working at Smith. Unsurprisingly, the two companies, already united in a commitment to high-quality technology,…

  • Velocio SS25 Collection: Go the Distance with LUXE

    VELOCIO LUXE | ELEVATED Velocio, the performance cycling apparel brand, is launching the first line of its wholly redesigned SS25 collection. Velocio will kick off the season with the new LUXE collection—apparel designed for the longest rides. Pedal from dawn to dusk with purpose-built cycling equipment that elevates the experience of extended rides. LUXE Bib…

  • Step Into Spring: Check out SockGuy’s Bold New Styles for the Season

    SockGuy’s new 2025 spring designs are engineered to inspire athletes everywhere, from roadies to mountain bikers, runners, hikers, and gym freaks. As usual, we’re keeping it weird and fun! With 29 years as a sock expert, SockGuy has provided athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, and pretty much everyone with a high-performance fit and cool designs for hard-working/hard-playing feet.…