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First Impressions – Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra
Hillsound’s trick Trail Crampon Ultra is made of ultra-high-strength stainless steel for durability on rock and mixed terrain, and they feature 18 spikes connected with tough welded chains which are then attached to an elastomer harness system for a secure fit. They took their Trail Crampon model and added more traction and flexibility while reducing the weight for…
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Bontrager Introduces the WaveCel Helmet Technology
Trek and Bontrager have partnered with WaveCel to create a helmet technology that they say disrupts 30 years of accepted safety standards, and is the biggest advancement in the protection against cycling concussions. Standard foam helmets are designed to protect against direct impacts. But WaveCel accounts for how most cycling accidents actually happen: ungracefully, with twists,…
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Topeak Mountain TT Twin Turbo Pump Review
The Topeak Mountain TT Twin Turbo hand pump fills both large volume fat bike tires and higher pressure mountain tires, as well as gravel bike tires with ease. It utilizes Topeak’s Twin Turbo technology which uses both strokes of the pump to compress air to deliver a high volume and high-pressure output to save time…
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Küat Releases the Class 4 and Class 2 Kayak Racks
Küat Launches Two New Rooftop Kayak Racks with the Class 2 and Class 4 kayak racks. Küat, an industry leader in bicycle transport, is expanding their successful line of hitch and cargo racks to include two kayak rack models. The Class 2 and Class 4 kayak racks fill the need for on-car kayak transportation and…
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Smith Optics Session Helmet Review
The Smith Optics Session is an All-Mountain helmet with MIPS technology the offers an ideal combination of protection, coverage, comfort, and ventilation. It features their lightweight Aerocore in-mold construction that utilizes an EPS liner, an integrated skeletal structure, and the innovative Koroyd material in strategic impact locations. The helmet has substantial air vents with integrated internal air…
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Alpacka Raft Continues Innovation Legacy with 2019 Packraft Line
The originators of ultralight and wilderness adventure boats lead the way with the Classic, Expedition, Wolverine, and Oryx. ANCOS, Colo. (March 12, 2019) – Alpacka Raft, the industry leader in research and development of modern packrafting, today announced the release of their 2019 packraft lineup highlighted by the Classic, Expedition, Wolverine, and two-person Oryx. Alpacka’s…
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Leatt 3DF 6.0 Knee Guards Review
The Leatt 3DF 6.0 Knee Guards are a unique knee pad system that combines a standard soft protection construction with two hard shell sliders, offering up an ideal blend of comfort and pedaling performance along with impact absorption qualities. The upper hard shell covers the top of the knee cap, while the lower shell covers…
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Outdoor Retailer Adds Bike Category To Winter Market
Outdoor Retailer, the largest U.S. tradeshow and premier business event for the outdoor industry, announced today the introduction of bike at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in 2019. Cycling brands and suppliers will join together with outdoor exhibitors, retailers, bike dealers, buyers, and advocacy organizations on the show floor this fall. Winter Market kicks off…
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Introducing the EVOC NEO 16L with the revolutionary AIRSHIELD System
Groundbreaking Protection Technology Meets High-End Backpack: The NEO 16L With Revolutionary AIRSHIELD System EVOC Spring/Summer 2019 For its 10-year anniversary, the leading global manufacturer of protector backpacks continues to demonstrate its know-how when it comes to technology and design. perfectly timed for the 2019 bike season, EVOC is launching its new NEO 16l protector backpack…
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Platypus Chuckanut Hip Pack Review
The Platypus Chuckanut is a small low-profile hip pack that is comfortable, conformable, and stable and the 3-liter capacity is ideal for short outings and minimalistic riders. It includes their taste-free and flexible .5-liter SoftBottle for hydration and features smart internal organizational storage, a fleece-lined pocket for a smartphone, and an expandable outer front flap pocket for bulky items.…
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Introducing the Leatt Velocity 6.5 Goggle
The inventors of the Leatt-Brace has announced the launch of the Leatt Velocity 6.5 Goggle range which is available in 3 models and 17 colorways. An exciting new addition to Leatt’s growing range of products, the Velocity goggles were developed with WideVision anti-glare, anti-fog tech and 2.7mm military spec lenses. The range consists of three types of goggles,…
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Big Agnes Bikepacking Tents
Cover more ground, enjoy fast descents and pack like a champ. However you travel; mountain bike high alpine singletrack, fat-bike across crunchy frozen terrain to sleep on snow, or load up the roadie for long distance hauls – packing the right gear is essential. Big Agnes thought of all the details and then some in…
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Mission Workshop Introduces Axis VX Waist Pack
Mission Workshop’s Ultimate Hip Pack Gets Lighter and Tougher With VX-21 Fabric and FidlockⓇ Buckle Thursday, February 14– The Axis: VX improves upon Mission Workshop’s weatherproof waist pack with a new main body constructed from Dimension Polyant VX-21 fabric and an upgraded one-handed magnetic buckle. Introduced in 2018, the Axis has proven to be a…
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Hit the Trails With GU Energy Labs’ Newest Gel Flavor, Hoppy Trails
Hit the Trails With GU Energy Labs’ Newest Gel Flavor, Hoppy Trails The latest addition to the bitter flavor family offers unique flavor and functional ingredients for endurance performance Berkeley, Calif. (March 1, 2019) — GU Energy Labs announces the launch of its newest Energy Gel flavor, Hoppy Trails. Inspired by the celebratory cold beer…
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Pirelli Introduces The Scorpion MTB Tires
The new Scorpion MTB tires subvert the current paradigms by offering performance tires for each individual terrain type, with different solutions for every riding style. The innovative SmartGRIP Compound, the technological heart of the new tires, ensures mechanical advantage and grip on dry and wet conditions. Press Release Milan (Italy), March 1st, 2019 – Pirelli…
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Teva Celebrates Grand Canyon’s 100-year Centennial With The Charitable GC100 Collection
Teva Celebrates River Roots with Charitable GC100 Collection Honoring Grand Canyon National Park’s 100-year Centennial, the GC100 Collection inspires a new generation of outdoor enthusiasts. (GOLETA, Calif.), February 26, 2019 – Teva®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), unveiled its Spring 2019 footwear collection paying homage to the brand’s birthplace, the Grand Canyon, on…
