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.
"One ring to control them all..." Well three rings to control them all actually. Chris Wickliffe, the man behind WickWerks, was kind enough to send me a set of chainrings (MSRP $139.50)…
A little while back I wrote a review on Mavic's Crossline wheel set which was and still is a great set of wheels. But I recently got a chance to ride with…
A little while back a few people were looking for bash guard recommendations in the forums and today I have a great product to tell you about. The e*13 Turbocharger ($49.95 MSRP)…
Schwalbe Wicked Will mountain bike tire review.
OK, now I get to show off a bit and for once I don't need to wear a helmet or ride along with constant fear of knocking out a tooth. Just look…
Faster than a speeding bullet, able to leap over rocks and tree branches, and more powerful than your two legs can handle! Kenda's stable of tires are famous for superhero-like performance and…
The Fox Talas 36 RC2 fork is just the ticket for those who like to travel through the air with the greatest of ease while avoiding going splat upon landing. Fox has…
Talk about sweet, this helmet rocks! All I can say about the THE ONE Ink helmet ($199 MSRP) is that it's absolutely stunning - photos just don't do this one justice. When…
Every now and then consumers like us luck out and get a really well thought out product. Case in point: the Princeton Tec Switchback 3 light system (MSRP $349.00). This system comes…
Quick: What's painted black, made of aluminum and steel, whisper quiet, and capable of traveling at hyper speeds? If you said the B-2 Stealth Bomber you're technically correct but it turns out…
Hey weight weenies, I got another one for you! Actually, this is for everyone who's into lightweight XC gear: The Manitou R7 Elite 100mm (MSRP $450) is the perfect choice for those…
SUN-Ringl has be around for a long time now but these days they're delivering some especially sweet products. Recently the good folks down at SUN-Ringl sent me perhaps one of their best…
Pretty much the biggest upgrade you can give your mountain bike is a new fork but the installation can seem daunting even to experienced MTB tinkerers. If you've been considering a fork…
Well folks here I am, back at it again. I've been spending some time lately checking out what Manitou has to offer in the all mountain/ XC categories of forks. The biggest…
Trying out new things is always fun, especially since sometimes you find stuff that's way better than you even thought was possible. For me, I've always had a hard time finding MTB…
SUNringl has done it again, updating and improving the STR8 Track wheel set for those who like to spend time flying through the air as part of their regular riding routine. The…
Shimano has just released an improved model of their M300 mountain bike shoe, which is now called the M310. For those of who haven't seen or considered these shoes, you may very…
A tale of two grips? Vorsprung durch Technik? German grip maker Ergon, now famous with its different view on how you should hold on to your handle bars, has expanded their MTB…
Psssst... For those of you who like to be prepared with extra clothing for the ride but don't want the added bulk and weight have I got a sweet product for you:…
Imagine this: you're in the groove, feeling the flow of the trail, and you come to a steep downhill section. If you're like me, instead of launching straight into it you probably…
The Mavic Crossline wheelset ($399.00 MSRP) is new for 2009. Mavic released these wheels for those of us who are on a budget but want a true Enduro wheelset. You can buy…
These are the key tools you need to repair and maintain your mountain bike at home.
This comprehensive article explains how to bleed bike disc brakes, replace worn pads, and inspect your hydraulic brakes for wear and damage.
For those of you who are weight weenies, (you know who you are) here's something for you. Using titanium bolts, aluminum-backed brake pads, and carbon levers, Hayes has the perfect brake for…
One thing I love about mountain biking is the constant product changes and improvements. Companies are forever revising their products and finding ways to be competitive in the MTB marketplace. Gore is…
After much anticipation I finally received my new frame set for this year - the Opus Maadh Limited. It was love at first sight as I removed the frame from its packaging…
The cold, wet winter days in Ontario could not keep me from testing out the Intense Micro Knobby tires. The intended use for these tires are for riding trails, skate parks, cross…
Disc brakes are now found on mountain bikes of nearly every price point and they are quickly becoming the standard. Of the multitude of types and brands, disc brakes fall simply into…
For those who like to ride fast down a steep downhill or if you live life on the edge waiting to hit your brakes at the last possible minute, Hayes Stroker Ace…
I like to be prepared for anything on the trail from bike and body breakdowns to hunger meltdowns and over the years I've come up with a list of items to handle…
Here's a 13 point maintenance checklist for your mountain bike. With a few tools and regular checks, you can keep your mountain bike ready for any trail.
Whenever my friends ask about brakes there are always two that are mentioned: Hayes and Avid. Today I am going to run a head-to-head comparison of the Hayes Stroker Trail and the…
Having been around mountain biking for sometime I have been blessed and I guess cursed with many products, some good and some... well, let's just leave it at that. Anyhow, in this…
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