Category: Apparel/Protection

  • Swiftwick Vision Five Dash and Smartwool PhD Socks

    The Swiftwick VISION™ FIVE Dash socks, feature medium cushioning and moderate compression with a nylon and olefin material blend while the Smartwool PhD® socks feature their Indestructawool technology, 4 Degree Fit, Seamless Toe, Activity-specific mesh zones, Dialed-in Cushioning and ZQ-Certified Merino Wool.   Vision Five Dash Socks Swiftwick is launching a new design of its VISION™…

  • Introducing the Yaak M23 Magnetic Closure Belt

    The new Yaak M23 belt follows in the footsteps of its predecessor the B19, but it gets a snappy quick magnetic closure system. Their belts make greeting the day or answering nature’s call simple, fast and easy. The combination of a nonmetallic buckle and small magnet ease the hassle of security lines and are secure enough to…

  • Buff UV Arm Sleeves Review

    The Buff UV Arm Sleeves are warm weather sun sleeves that offer UPF 40+ sun protection for your lower arms while wearing short-sleeved jerseys. You can also utilize them for additional warmth on chilly mornings and while worn under a long-sleeved jersey with or without a baselayer. They’re lightweight, packable and easy to pull on and off when…

  • Just In – Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro Helmet

    The Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro All-Mountain helmet is stock full of high technology borrowed from Leatt’s full faced brethren along with venting and adjustment systems applicable for the All Mountain rider. Made of a polycarbonate outer shell, it is lightweight, and the helmet’s key differentiation is that it is equipped with a removable chin bar to modify…

  • BUFF Spring Summer 2018 Collection Packs A Punch

    Buff, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of BUFF, creators of versatile performance headwear for all-season outdoor enthusiasts and athletes today announced the launch of the Spring/Summer 2018 collection of super lightweight, packable and feature-heavy Run, Bike and Trek Cap line, as well as revamped UV Arm Sleeves, Trucker Caps, Water-Sports Gloves and much more. Thoughts =>…

  • Tifosi Optics Announces Swank For Spring 2018 

    Tifosi Optics introduces SWANK, a fun new style with features designed to perform in any situation. Swank is fully loaded with: Scratch Resistant, Shatterproof Lenses Comfortable Fit With An Integrated Hinge Tifosi Glide Temples For A Bounce-Free, No-Slip Fit Rubber Nose Pads That Increase Grip As You Sweat Lightweight Nylon Frame SWANK combines a lifestyle silhouette and a vibrant…

  • PEARL iZUMi’s 2018 Dirt Collection Is Now Available

    For Spring 2018, PEARL iZUMi introduces significant evolutions of its apparel line — with a focus on the emerging category of Dirt riders— including exciting new Versa apparel, an updated mountain bike collection and a full line of MTB footwear featuring Vibram rubber outsoles. The entire collection is available today for the first time on…

  • Leatt Releases the 3DF 6.0 Knee Guards

    This unique knee pad combines a classic soft protection construction with two hard shell sliders. One classic main hard shell at the kneecap/upper shin, and an additional hard shell along the top of the kneecap. It is said to improve sliding characteristics on rough terrain massively, so the impact forces are reduced, and the knee…

  • Just In – NOW XFlow Helmet

    The company NOW or Nonstop on Wheels was established in January 2014 in Southern California with a relentless attitude of creating safety equipment for cycling and outdoor sports. They provide cycle helmets, urban helmets, mountain bike helmets, and cycling accessories. The new XFlow is one of the lighter weight mountain bike helmets on the market, and…

  • Introducing The Mission Workshop Orion Jacket

    The Waterproof Lightweight Jacket Designed By Mission Workshop To Perform – The Orion from Mission Workshop is designed and built to be your go-to lightweight jacket no matter the activity. With a bevy of features including a removable hood, pit zips, internal ported media pocket and constructed of high-performance Toray Entrant Moisture-permeable Waterproof Woven Fabric this…

  • The MTB Lab Best of 2017 – Suspension, Helmet, Armor and Tools

    Some of our Best of 2017 items we tested include the FOX DPX2 All Mountain shock which provides excellent control and composure in the gnar, the comfortable Leatt DBX 3.0 helmet, the comfy and protective POC Joint VPD System knee pads and the functional Fix It Sticks mountain bike tool kit. FOX DPX2 The DPX2…

  • The MTB Lab Best of 2017 – Packs, Water Filters, Shoes and Belts

    Some of our Best of 2017 items we tested include the organizational friendly Osprey SnowKit Duffel Bag, the light, and comfortable CamelBak Chase Bike Vest hydration pack, the small, and highly functional MSR TrailShot water filter, the superb Pearl Izumi X-Project P.R.O. Mountain bike shoes and finally the stretchy Yaak B-19 belt with its carbon fiber buckle. Osprey…

  • Shimano Announces 2018 Footwear, Apparel, Eyewear and Bags

    Shimano Expands Off-Road Footwear Line All-new Multi-Surface series and expanded Mountain Enduro series debut OSAKA, Japan (August 30, 2017) – Furthering its position as the global leader in cycling technologies while addressing new categories and riding applications, Shimano has unveiled all-new 2018 off-road performance footwear. Specifically designed for gravel and adventure riding, Shimano’s new Multi-Surface…

  • New Apparel, Helmet, Neck Brace and Knee Pads by Leatt for 2018

    Leatt enlarges cycling portfolio for 2018, introducing a trail-oriented gear line that includes a new helmet, an all-new neck brace construction, and top-of-the-line knee guards. The new suite includes the DBX 1.0 trail apparel line (shorts, jersey, jacket, and gloves), the $99.99 DBX 2.0 helmet featuring their innovative 360° Turbine technology, the DBX 6.0 Kneepad combining advantages…

  • POC Releases SPIN Helmet And Clarity Lens Technology For Mountain Biking

    POC is adding the SPIN helmet technology that counters the effects of oblique impacts, and the new Clarity lens technology which was designed to enhance contrast and definition to their bike collection for the 2018 season. POC’s SPIN (Shearing Pad Inside) rotational impact protection system was initially utilized their ski helmets last year. For the…

  • First Impressions – Shred Optics Short Stack Helmet

    Shred Optics Short Stack is their All Mountain helmet that includes some innovative safety features including the Slytech NoShock and 2nd Skin XT energy absorption material and the MIPS-like RES technology. It features 20 vents with four channels, X-Static Silver Fiber padding, a wheel based retention system, a visor and is constructed with In-EPS liner with…