Syd has been riding and wrenching on mountain bikes since 1987 when he picked up his very first Rocky Mountain bike. He's an educator and mechanical expert who has written hundreds of MTB how-tos and product reviews.
Here at Singletracks, most of us have tried an Osprey pack or two. We're familiar with the good quality that Osprey produces, so when I hit the show, I was expecting something…
Giro had some very cool gear on display at Interbike, with some different colors as well as some bright motifs. Pictured above is the new Cypher helmet. Available in no less than…
As a Canadian, nothing makes me feel better than seeing a Canadian company thrive. Well, Norco has been at it since 1964, and have gone from making about 10 bikes a day…
We met up with my buddy Peter, who reps BMC bikes, at Interbike, and he was stoked to give Jeff and I a low down on the highlights of BMC's new rides.…
Coming out strong this year with a bunch of new gear is RaceFace. When I first swung by the RaceFace booth at Interbike to chat with Rob, all the products weren't on…
Kali was at Interbike this year showing off their new lids. Some of their helmets and brand-new for 2014, and others have been redone for this year. One item that was of…
Although Formula had a booth at Dirt demo, unfortunately they didn't have one at the show. Nevertheless, Jeff and I managed to talk with Jeff Stoudt from Formula, who is truly one…
Ever wonder what MAVIC really means? Well, it's actually an acronym for Manufacture d’Articles Vélocipédiques Idoux et Chanel. That name came about in 1889, which is pretty far back, as you can…
Dakine always impresses me. This year, Dakine has embraced some cool new patterns and ideas. A new shirt expands what people want to wear: the Wrench Button Up is pretty far out.…
POC is at it again with a visual feast of a booth featuring bold, broad-stroked colors. This year, not too much has come about on the trail and DH side of things…
The folks at Leatt are relentless. If you're a rider who thinks about safety as much as going fast or making your ride as light as possible, read on. I got a chance…
ION isn't a very common name on the lips of mountain bikers. Rather, ION is a part of a much larger group of watersports gear companies that excel in producing high-quality wind…
Since I'm always looking for ways to shave weight off my bike (I should be equally as vigilant with myself), I jump at any chance to loose 100+ grams with a simple…
The POV sports action camera has changed the way we think about action sports. Not only has the action cam personalized video, but it has let every wannabe weekend warrior be seen…
After months of all-out testing and serious enjoyment, I have finally had enough seat time to finish up my assessment of the the Norco Aurum 1 Dorado. I've gotta be honest: my…
If you're looking for a new mountain bike saddle, the Selle Italia Flite Flow might be just the ticket. Flite Flow Specs With an idmatch® of L2, the Flite Flow is designed for…
As a long-time downhill mountain biker I find that I am constantly pushing myself to get better, faster, go bigger, etc. Over the years, I have had my fair share of over…
The Avana from Kali Protectives provides all of Kali's top technology infused in an all mountain/Enduro-style mountain bike helmet. Avana Mountain Bike Helmet Specs Like the Avatar 2, the Avana…
While looking around for a better way to clean my cassette bodies and other mountain bike components, I stumbled across a company called ChemFree. ChemFree sells an innovative product called the BenchtopPRO…
Michelin is pushing the boundaries with its new Wild series of tire rubber, so I had to test it out personally. Wild Grip'R Specs For this review, I opted for the 26x2.35in…
With all of the media hubbub constantly surrounding carbon components, we tend to forget the traditional materials. SUNringle has not forgotten, and has continued to produce lighter and lighter aluminum wheels. For…
We review Shimano's budget-friendly downhill mountain bike component group.
Protection, comfort, and good looks are all important when choosing a pair of goggles. The Giro Station goggles provide good-quality optics, protection, and a wide range of view. The Station fits a…
I've been riding mountain bikes for many years and along the way have shed many tears... yeah, mountain biking is a dangerous sport. In an effort to balance protection, heat management, and…
Just a few weeks back, Norco was nice enough to send over a big bike box. Low and behold, inside that wondrous package of reinforced cardboard was a bike with one of…
Rounding out my West Coast-style Dakine kit is the Concept glove. This minimalistic glove is by far the sleekest I have used to date. The glove features a lightweight, moisture-wicking, 4-way stretch, nylon mesh…
In my quest to don a West Coast style this season, I tried out the 8 Track short from Dakine. The 8 Track short fits quite like the Dakine Chorus short I reviewed…
I wanted to try out a different style this season, so I went totally West Coast. And nothing says West Coast more than a chainsaw and flannel! Lucky for me, Dakine has…
Inspired by my recent discussion with Kali Protectives about helmet safety, I decided to review the Kali Avatar 2 Carbon helmet. I always put my protective equipment first when mountain biking, and…
Dakine offers an extensive line of bags to fit every outdoor application. When it comes to carrying a lot of mountain biking gear, the Rider's Duffle 80L is about as big as…
A rather large set of boxes appeared on my door step that, curiously, weighed next to nothing. Perplexed, I opened them to reveal a set of ultra-lightweight Easton Haven Carbon 26in wheels.…
G3 Chain Guide Now in its third major design change, the new G3 chain guide from MRP represents over 15 years of experience. The G3 has had some major enhancements recently to…
Finding a bike work stand that can handle the larger weight and size of the gravity-oriented bikes I normally work on can be a challenge. The Sprint stand from Feedback Sports conquers…
As a Canadian, it's always cool to see a new company from my homeland like Cat5Gear hit the scene. The Cat5Gear Cyclist Case is designed for carrying bike gear when you travel in…
Chrome Industries always makes a big splash at Interbike with tattoo artists, DJs, and free beer. So naturally the first thing that came to mind when thinking about Chrome gear was the…
Not too long ago, Easton spec'd their Havoc Carbon bar at 750mm wide, but with demands from riders and bike manufactures for wider bars, Easton needed to do something. After extensive testing…
Since I am always looking for new and exciting things to try out on the trail, I talked the guys at POC into sending me the new Crane helmet and Cornea Flow…
One major downside to living on the 45th parallel is that it gets really cold during the winter. Every time I talk with Jeff he reminds me that he rides around in…
It's that time of year when you're looking at your bike, thinking about what you can do to upgrade your rig. Well, nothing impacts the performance of your bike more than a…
It was a long time coming, but I finally gathered all the components I needed to build up my DH rig for the up-and-coming season! Shimano sent over their most anticipated (and…
Riding my new Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon on stock tires left me with a desire for a tire with less rolling resistance and better cornering and climbing capabilities. When I had the…
Having recently reviewed the RaceFace Atlas bar, stems, and grips, the second part of my Atlas review is all about the cranks. The Atlas cranks have long been a part of the…
Not too long ago some internal problems at RaceFace nearly caused them to go broke. Well, with new managers at the controls and an ever-loyal following, RaceFace is running strong yet again.…
Heading to Interbike was much more pleasant for me this year, partly due to a set of bags that arrived just in time for my trip. I knew I had to pack…
It's that time of year again: the nights are getting longer and the sun is setting sooner. A few of the bloggers here on Singletracks have already written about the fun that…
For those of you who love trail riding, Dakine has you covered. Literally. The Chorus Short and Reflex 3/4 Jersey is the perfect combo for a rider looking for loose-fitting clothing that…
A while back I managed to get myself a beautiful new Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon. This time 'round I opted to pick up a whole bike and bypass the build-up headache. I…
With many people getting into the long travel MTB market and really pushing themselves and their equipment to the limit, accidents are more and more likely to occur. Further, a head strike…
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