AKA FuntivityColton. I LOVE the outdoors and adventures. You will typically find me biking, skiing, hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, kayaking, or doing just about anything else outside. Find me on Instagram and Strava @funtivitycolton.
The iSSi Flash III SPD bike pedal utilizes three sealed bearings and is offered in a wide variety of colors. Buyers can choose from various spindle lengths, and pedal tension is adjustable.
The Cannondale FAT CAAD 1 aluminum fat bike features a Lefty Olaf suspension fork for control and stability in snow and dry conditions alike. The short chainstays and narrow Q-factor make the FAT CAAD a nimble bike that's comfortable to ride for hours on end.
The Poc Tectal Race helmet is comfortable, the strap management system is superb, and it provides excellent coverage and protection.
Colton tries to determine how well a GoPro mouth mount will work for shooting mountain biking POV footage.
How to build your own bike work stand for less than $50 in less than 30 minutes that is very sturdy and stores away easily.
Is there a better adventure camera than the GoPro? GoPros are small enough to easily stash in a pocket and they can attach to just about anything. However, mountain biking is just…
I have a confession to make: I've been mountain biking for 12 years, and have been riding fairly seriously for the past 5. I currently ride 4-6 days a week but despite all…
The DJI Mavic Pro is the hottest drone on the market right now. This little beast is quite impressive compared to other drones on the market, especially considering its size. The Mavic…
nyk Pro sunglasses have won me over with their LST Vario Tuned lenses.
Recently I reviewed the Feiyu Tech WG, a wearable gimbal that adapts to GoPro and similar action cameras. The WG is a phenomenal product that turns unwatchable shaky GoPro footage into buttery…
I recently reviewed the SL-K Carbon Wheelset from Full Speed Ahead, or FSA, and loved it. FSA was kind enough to send me the matching SL-K cockpit set up (handlebar, stem, and seatpost)…
In June of 2016 I did a "first impressions" video on my thoughts of the Catalyst Pedal by Pedaling Innovations. At the time I was a bit skeptical about some of the claims behind these…
Do you need a way to transport you bike but don't feel like shelling out hundreds of dollars for a hitch rack? Well, look no further because I've got a solution…
Watch Colton put this cheap bike repair stand to the test.
Are you a victim of shaky action camera footage? Ya, me too. I can't even begin to count the hours of footage I have recorded that has been ruined because it…
Full Speed Ahead, better known as FSA, has been extremely successful making carbon components such as cranks, bars, stems, and carbon road wheels, and they have used their knowledge to produce a…
Washing your bike without a hose can be a real pain! When my wife and I moved from North Carolina to Colorado we sacrificed our hose, so I've had to get creative with…
Rocky Mountain debuted their new fat bike, the Suzi Q, for 2017 which is intended to be a much more agile, fast fat bike, rather than a powder floating big wheeled monster. The…
The Swagman Patrol bike rack is an excellent option for any truck driving cyclist. This versatile rack adjusts to fit almost any truck bed, from small pickups like the Ford Ranger…
Fuji really knocked it out of the park with the 2017 Rakan. Most importantly they have changed the frame to handle both 27.5+ and 29er wheelsets which, in my opinion, is…
Each pair comes with two different sets of cleats, 4 degrees and 8 degrees of float, to allow you to get the feel you like in the pedal. The retention system these…
Foggy glasses seem to be a constant battle for mountain bikers, whether you're on a cold winter ride in Colorado or hot, humid ride in Florida. If you struggle with…
Guerrilla Gravity is making quite the name for themselves with their hand-built mountain bike frames. Based in Denver, Colorado, only a short drive from some world class riding in the Front Range,…
A review of the Bell Super 2R MIPS convertible mountain bike helmet.
Colton Lock here checking in from Outerbike in Moab, UT with Jordan from Orbea. Today we are taking a look at the 2017 Orbea Loki 27.5+. The 2017 Loki is…
Colton Lock out in Moab, UT for Outerbike 2016 hanging out with the guys from Ellsworth Bikes and riding the Rogue Forty. The Rogue Forty is Ellsworth's newly-released 27.5-inch-wheeled trail bike.…
Colton Lock here checking in from Outerbike in Moab, UT with Joe from Rocky Mountain. We are taking a look at the 2017 Element which has been redesigned to appeal to…
You may have heard of Cycliq after their wildly-successful kickstarter for their original model, the Fly6, and Jim Hodgson's subsequent review, here. After widespread demand by their loyal customers, they released…
Niner's RLT 9 (AKA Road Less Traveled) is an absolute rocket of a gravel grinder. If you are looking for a training bike, dedicated gravel race bike, or simply a fun…
Last week I did a video about how to remove smells from bike clothes, and I had a number of you reach out asking how I go about cleaning my helmets. Here are my three…
We all know that very specific smell of bike clothes that have seen one too many days in the saddle. After so many times through the washing machine the smell seems…
Stolen Goat is a cycling apparel brand based in the UK (manufactured in Belgium and Italy) with a full line of men's and women's jerseys, bibs, and accessories. They focus on…
A video review of the ESI Chunky and Racer's Edge mountain bike grips.
Numerous heart rate monitors are for sale on the market these days. The Wahoo Tickr and Garmin Soft Strap Premium are by far two of the best options available, but which is…
Sidi makes some of the best shoes in the industry. They are light, stylish, and super durable. If you ask anyone who has owned a pair in the past, they likely will…
Sugoi's Zap Versa is a combinations of their ultra-visible ZAP and their highly-versatile jacket/vest, the Versa. This jacket is available at REI exclusively for $159 (currently on sale for $78!) and is well-worth that price…
If you are looking for a large platform flat pedal this could be the perfect option for you! The Catalyst by Pedaling Innovations is huge at 95mm wide x 16mm thick x 143mm…
You are probably asking the same thing I did initially. 'What is this thing for'? Is it a road bike? Yes. Is it a gravel grinder? Yes. Can it ride single track?…
I love the Kuat NV rack because it is spec'ed with several useful features. It comes in both 1.25" and 2" hitch versions (but only 2" accommodates the extension), can handle everything from…
Are you looking for a super light pair of mountain bike shoes? Check this video of the Northwave Extreme Tech MTB shoes for an in-depth review of how they perform. At 240…
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