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New cycling gear and review articles.
Mavic Crossmax wheels get wider choices and Boost compatibility
With the same will to provide the best combination of performance and reliability, Mavic is introducing two new XC MTB wheel-tyre systems: Crossmax Pro and Crossmax Elite. These completely new products will be available in 27.5” and 29” at shops beginning mid- April 2016. Both wheel-tyre systems integrate Boost compatibility for perfect fork-frame integration and […]
Rocky Mountain announces Pipeline plus-sized trail bike
The confidence of plus-sized tires in raw, technical terrain is now available in an aggressive trail chassis. The new Pipeline plows through greasy roots and square-edged chunder with authority, while providing near limitless traction on rocky, slippery climbs. “Early on in testing I realized I could take the ‘stupid lines’ on our local North Shore […]
First Look Friday: Silverback Sesta and Schwalbe Nobby Nic
First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we’re previewing the Silverback Sesta Pro and Schwalbe Nobby Nic tyres. Silverback Sesta Pro Silverback have gained a reputation for offering good value bikes with well thought-out component choices. The Sesta sees the company translate this to […]
YT Industries announce JEFFSY 29er trail bike
It’s finally official: JEFFSY is the brand new Trail Bike by YT Industries. A 29er with 140 mm of travel and of course, packed with a whole lot of gravity potential. For weeks YT was providing one key message to mountain bike magazines and social media channels: #IHATEJEFFSY. Various rumors were floating and even women’s […]
New Fox Metah trail helmet
Fox MTB is excited to introduce the new Metah trail helmet. The first All Mountain/Enduro focused trail helmet in the line, the Metah features a deeper shell shape for increased coverage, a new Varizorb™ multi density EPS liner and superior airflow from our Big Bore venting system. The Metah has been tested and proven by […]
Introducing RockShox Deluxe and Super Deluxe rear shocks
If you take a couple steps back and look at the advancements in mountain bike technology that have happened in the last few years, you’ll see an astonishing amount of progress. Think about it: You don’t need many fingers to count the bike brands without carbon-fibre offerings; 1x drivetrains are the norm, not the exception; […]
RedMonkey Sports and Wolf Tooth team up to create one FAT grip
Designed by Wolf Tooth and produced with the same outstanding performance and quality of the RedMonkey Sports Karv series 100% silicone MTB grips, Wolf Tooth Fat Paw grips were developed for riders that crave large diameter grips with a softer feel. The 9.5mm silicone wall and an installed diameter of 36mm make these the FATTEST […]
Review: Five Ten Kestrel shoes
Last year, Five Ten released the Kestrel clipless mountain bike shoe. The Kestrel is a departure from the skate shoe look Five Ten are known for. The minimalistic Kestrel was developed for enduro racers and all-mountain riders with a preference for efficient pedalling achieved using a carbon infused shank to make the stiffest shoe Five […]
Fox announces lightweight 32 Step-Cast fork
Starting at 1,355g, the 32 Step- Cast (SC) fork is our lightest cross- country fork ever. Optimized for 100 mm of travel, the Step-Cast lower leg design and narrow crown spacing save weight while the 32 mm upper tubes maintain FOX ride quality. Features: 15QR x 110 Boost and 15QR x 100 Kabolt axle options […]
Video: Making carbon rims with South Industries
World of Heroes spent a day with South Industries and went behind the scenes to see how carbon rims are produced.
First Look Friday: Cube AMS 100 and YT Capra
First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we’re previewing two German bikes, the Cube AMS 100 Race 29 and YT Capra CF Comp. Cube AMS 100 Race 29 The AMS 100 aims to be a stiff and efficient cross-country and marathon racer. The full […]
Oakley introduces the new EVZero Range and Path lightweight performance sunglasses
Oakley is proud to introduce their lightest sport performance frame yet – the EVZero Path and Range. EVZero Range Oakley’s lightweight performance sunglass, EVZero Range, offer an extended view. The ultimate performance sunglass for cycling and beyond, EVZero Range combines Oakley’s lightest sport performance frame with the unobstructed view of a rimless toric shield that […]