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Osprey Launches Bike Lumbar Packs
Seral and Savu feature Osprey’s new bike-specific angled hipbelt and compression straps to provide best in class stability under dynamic motion encountered during rides. The Seral carries a lumbar reservoir, while the smaller Savu carries water bottles, which are perfect for the minimalist looking for something other than a traditional over-the-shoulder pack. For further information refer to www.osprey.com. Seral Lumbar Packs The Seral is a…
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Pearl Izumi Summit AmFIB Pants, Elevate Short, and Launch Jersey Review
Pearl Izumi’s Fall collection has some exciting new items that we reviewed including the comfortable and warm mountain biking Summit AmFIB Pants that are perfect for the chill of winter. Also, some of their dirt collection is the durable All Mountain Elevate short, and the warm weather Launch jersey. For further information refer to pearlizumi.com Summit…
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FOX Announces Transfer 175mm Dropper Post
FOX has expanded its superb Transfer seatpost lineup with a new 175mm drop option. Available in both Factory for $344 and Performance Series for $294, the new Transfer 175 continues FOX’s excellent reputation of smooth function and great reliability with an infinitely adjustable height design and internal or external cable routing options. Low lever force…
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The MTB Lab Best of 2018 – Packs, Shoes, Sunglasses, and Grips
Some of our Best of 2018 miscellaneous gear we tested include the superb and high functional Platypus Duthie AM Hydration Pack, the Mountainsmith Cycle Cube organizational bag for carrying all your cycling gear, the Pearl Izumi X-ALP Elevate mountain bike shoe with Boa closure and great hike-a-bike characteristics, the Smith Optics Attack Max sunglasses with huge field of…
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The MTB Lab Best of 2018 – Suspension, Stem, Helmet, Armor, and Tools
Some of our Best of 2018 items we tested include the MRP Ribbon Coil fork which provides a buttery smooth and linear coil feel through any terrain, the gorgeous Industry Nine A35 All-Mountain stem, the comfortable and pricepoint Leatt DBX 2.0 helmet, the comfy and protective Kali Strike knee pads and finally the functional Wolf Tooth Master…
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Wolf Tooth Components Rear Axle and Caps
The new Wolf Tooth Rear Axle does more than secure wheels. When developing the Rear Axle, the Wolf Tooth engineers knew that they wouldn’t be able to get away with any old factory replacement part, even if it was made in Minnesota to aerospace standards. The Wolf Tooth Rear Axle uses a captive steel washer under the head…
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Ryder Slug Plug Tubeless Tire Repair Kit
The Ryder Slug Plug tool is an ultra-compact and safe capsule system that offers a tubeless tire repair kit for a mere $10. The tool consists of a plastic handle that acts as a Presta valve core remover and has an integrated steel piercing needle that holds and inserts the tubeless tire patching plugs/slugs. It…
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Floyd’s of Leadville Releases 1800mg CBD Tincture in Isolate and Full Spectrum Versions
Floyd’s of Leadville has just added a 1800mg concentration to their line of CBD Isolate and Full Spectrum tinctures, both of which join their existing 600mg and 1200mg versions of each product. Just as with Floyd’s other CBD products, the Isolate tincture contains zero THC or other non-CBD cannabinoids, making it safe for people…
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Terrene Chunk 2.6 Tough Tire Review
The Terrene Chunk 2.6 has an upgraded tread design and new size over its predecessors 2.3″ and 3.0″ widths and its a stable, precise, and confidence inspiring tire to push the limits of aggressive All Mountain and Enduro riding in a variety of terrain and trail conditions. The 2.6-inch width offers an ideal blend of…
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Magura Storm SL.2 Rotor Review
I’ve spent nearly six months testing the newer Magura’s SL.2 lightweight brake rotors on my superb Ibis RipMo 29er equipped with a set of Magura’s excellent four-piston MT5 brakes using their all-around 8.P brake pads. The SL.2 rotors provide outstanding all-around performance and durability in a lightweight package. In contrast, the 8.P Performance pads feature…
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DAHU Entering US Market With Modular Ski Boot Design
Designed in Switzerland, the DAHU boot is a ground-breaking modular design that reimagines the ski boot. It consists of a Grilamid plastic shell featuring a series of strategic cutouts, a Corsair entry and a luxurious Italian-made inner lace-up Cambium boot liner that’s unlike any ski boot liner on the market. The DAHU company has been…
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Zendure SuperCord Lightning Cable
The Zendure SuperCord is a family of durable Kevlar reinforced USB cables that feature stainless steel connectors and come with a Lifetime Warranty. We all have had USB cables break on us after several months of use, usually right at the connector end where the bending forces cause premature wear. This issue is very prevalent in the…
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Just In – Platypus Big Zip EVO Reservoir and Chuckanut Hip Pack, Kitsbow Hiline Midweight Glove, SPY Foundation MX Goggle
Platypus Big Zip EVO Reservoir Staying hydrated has never been easier with the new Big Zip EVO; the fastest, taste-free, feature-rich reservoir on the market. Features include: Fast Flow Rate: Self-sealing HyFLO™ bite valve, new leak-proof shutoff valve, and larger tubing contribute for a 50- percent faster flow rate. Quick Access: High-mount drink tube quick…
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Effetto Mariposa’s Tyreinvader Tire Insert
Effetto Mariposa’s latest butterfly effect model is the Tyreinvader which offers all the pros of tire inserts without the cons. It’s a little, entombed change that will produce big results in the form of a tire insert. Tyreinvader differentiates itself from all others on the market with premium materials that provide exclusive advantages. Tyreinvader is…
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Wolf Tooth Components Precision Headsets Review
The Wolf Tooth Components Precision Headsets feature their typical high-quality, high-performance and highly engineered CNC artisanship. The ultra trick headsets utilize the superb Enduro stainless steel cartridge bearings sealed with their top and bottom lip seals. They come in Zero Stack and External Cup versions with lightweight top covers in 5mm, 15mm, and 25mm heights to accommodate almost…
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Thule Group acquires Tepui Tents
Thule Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of Tepui Outdoors Inc., a leader in Roof Top Tents in North America. This acquisition will further enhance the Thule Group’s expanding portfolio of products focused on an active lifestyle. Thule is a large Swedish based company that is known for their bike racks, roof racks, cargo carriers and…
