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.
A little while back we introduced "Sweet Bike" on singletracks which allows you to spec out your dream bike. After speaking with Mudhunny it dawned on me: not only can you use…
Have you ever found yourself hitting a whole bunch of roots or rocks and noticed your hands were going numb? Or have you ever ridden through heavily wooded areas and noticed those…
The WTB Valcon mountain bike saddle comes in three flavors (SLT Carbon, Team Carbon, and Pro) and is positioned as an XC race saddle, though I found it to be much more…
One cool thing that has taken the mountain bike world by storm is the use of video cameras on the trail. GoPro, one of the original action sports helmet camera companies, has…
Over the past few years Schwalbe has been gaining momentum, producing some great mountain bike tires like the Nobby Nic. I recently had a chance to test the 2010 Fat Albert 26…
Here is some extreme eye candy for mountain bikers who look at canyons and think 'meh, I can gap that!" The fabled Dorado Pro from Manitou has been totally re-engineered by some…
Shifting problems? These tips will help you get your mountain bike derailleur dialed.
Here's a collection of outerwear from THE that's geared towards the heavier-duty rider who is looking for tough, durable, good-looking trailwear for serious hucking. The F-1 jersey and pant along with the…
Back in May I wrote about the high performance Race Face Respond crankset which really exceeded my expectations for the price range. Now I've had a chance to test other components in…
While the big three shock manufacturers seem to have the lion's share of the market these days, there are a few companies out there that are working really hard to make a…
Here is some bling for those who like to stand out from the crowd. Troy Lee Designs (TLD) has been working with Selle Italia for the past few years, bringing us some…
One thing I love about spring and summer is the abundance of demo days hosted by bike companies and local bike shops. I had a chance a few weeks ago to attend…
Not too long ago trek7k did a write up on the Osprey Raptor 6 and if you recall he raved over its sleek and comfortable design. Today I'm writing about another offering…
Now this is probably the ultimate in bike computer electronics: The PowerTap SL+. I really love this thing and I'm going to have a great time introducing this to everyone. Now to…
At this point in the season you've probably hit the trails half a dozen of times and might be realizing that your rubber isn't as good as you remembered it. Well, if…
Now that I've had plenty of time on these stoppers I'm ready to give you all the late breaking (pun intended) news on these brakes. A little while back I introduced The…
Now here is something really unique. While bouncing a few emails back and forth with Wayne Moore, General Manager at Ashima, we started talking about some really cool up and coming products.…
Check it out: new product from a new(ish) company. Kuat was formed in 2007 by Luke KUschmander, Brian ATkinson, and Guy Mace, engineering genius, and they've produced 4 upscale and well built…
Here is yet another great MTB product from the Great White North Shore for ya, eh. Race Face was nice enough to send down the Respond component group for my dream project…
These days anyone can star in their own mountain bike video thanks to powerful and affordable digital video cameras. With a compact form factor and easy set up, helmet cams allow mountain…
Not too long ago I did a write up about Sun Ringle and spoke with product manager Scott Boyd. Well I recently got a call from Scott and was stoked to hear…
Ten days ago I reviewed the RockShox Totem fork and I mentioned testing the matching Vivid 5.1 rear shock as well. Now it's time to let you know a little more about…
After clocking dozens of miles over the past few months with Answer products on all my bikes, I've finally come to grips with my love (pun #1) for the ProTAPER 780 DH…
Words like tail whip, case proof, table tops, doubles, rock garden waterfalls, shuttle runs, and sessioning will get your heart pumping and adrenaline soaring but before you saddle up you need to…
If you're into running the slopes with your DH / FR bike or want a bullet proof tire for you AM bike, check out the 909 and the Intruder from Intense Tyre Systems.
It's that time of year when some of your bikes are coming outta hibernation and need a tune up. Even year-round bikes deserve a spring cleaning and a dependable bike repair stand…
2010 is truly a year for outstanding components. e*thirteen has come up with a good one for those of you who love pointing that rig of yours down a slope. The folks…
Here is a suspension fork that's so much fun that the folks at Manitou even sent it out with a clown nose! Manitou has managed to integrate fun as well as technology…
Since 1987 Ive owned mountain bikes from Yeti, Rocky Mountain, Cannondale, Giant, and Opus - and Answer bars have graced the cockpit on every one of them at one time or another.…
Intense Tires has gone and done it again, improving an already stellar design with the MK2 (previously known as the Micro Knobby). The MK2 sports all the great virtues of the Micro…
STELLAAA! I always wanted to say that. Last fall I did a write-up on the top model Seca 900 Ultra from Light & Motion. If you read the review you know the…
Cross-country and road riders are already familiar with Giro bike helmets - they're typically high quality, lightweight, and comfortable. But did you know Giro also offers bombproof lids for those who love…
Hi folks, this past weekend Toronto held its 24th annual bike show, this time at the Better Living Centre. The weather was perfect and as a result the show was full of…
The cat is outta the bag so to speak now that Hayes has revealed the internals of the new Prime MTB brake system. If you recall my previous article, I mentioned that…
A review of the Xpedo Face Off and Utmost platform / flat mountain bike pedals.
The Sun Ringle name always makes me think of a rising sun - a new day, a new adventure. Well for 2010, Sun Ringle has done it again with exciting new XC…
Its that time of year when I get to call up my good friends in the industry and see whats up and coming and possibly squeeze out some interesting tidbits about new…
A review of the Look Quartz clipless mountain bike pedals.
Looking for the perfect mountain bike fit? We cover everything you need to know, from frame size to seat height and handlebar width, plus much more.
The Sportourer Touch Beat is a watch that neatly conceals a heart rate monitor into the face of the watch.
As a mountain biker for many years, I've seen dozens of riders and companies come and go. One company I have always admired is Manitou but lately (the past few years) I…
Hi folks, not too long back I wrote about the Formula RX brake set and since then I have really been enjoying the great modulation and awesome power. I recently installed a…
A little while back I did a review on the INK helmet from THE and absolutely fell in love. Well, Toby Henderson and the boys at THE Industries did it once again.…
Hi folks, here's another cool product from KEEN geared toward mountain bikers: The Coronado Cruiser ($80 MSRP). Although it's not really a technical riding shoe, this is one of those products that…
Over the last few months we've been reviewing Easton products and the Haven wheel set in particular stirred up a lot of interest. Even when I'm on the trail I get questions…
After a recent accident on the trail that toasted both body and bike, I figured I needed to learn something from the experience. Otherwise I might repeat the same thing over again…
A review of the Maxxis Aspen cross-country mountain bike tire.
Camelbak is a name that needs no introduction. It's a name that's synonymous with hydration and hydration packs for cycling both on and off road, adventure racing, hunting, and military applications. Where…
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