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Adidas Five Ten Kestrel Boa Review: Middle Ground

Logan Watts — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 12:42:17 +0000

The Adidas Five Ten Kestrel BOA was completely redesigned with a new look as a “downcountry” shoe last year, blending a stiffer XC-esque construction with burly features from Five Ten’s gravity mountain bike range to find an interesting middle ground. We’ve been testing a pair for several months for this review…

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Flat Pedal Shoes for Cold Weather

Logan Watts — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:30:15 +0000

There seems to be a shortage of flat-pedal mountain bike shoes for cold weather—or mountain weather—and we’re always on the hunt for new options. Prone to cold feet, Logan has found several that work for him over the last few years, some of which might surprise you. Find the list here, plus a few tips for keeping your feet warm...

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Editor’s Dozen: Josh’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Josh Meissner — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 12:32:44 +0000

In our final Editor’s Dozen from 2023, Josh Meissner reflects on 12 highlights that shaped his eventful last year of touring all over Europe. Ranging from practical gear to immaterial inspiration, find his collection of favorites that blur the lines of bikepacking here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Logan Watts — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:28:59 +0000

Rolling over the end-of-year roundups, Logan and Virginia compiled their final Editor’s Dozen of 2023 with a collection of 12 standout favorites from the year. These products proved their mettle, accompanying us on local overnighters, trail rides in the Sierra Norte and the Appalachians, and on a couple of bigger missions in Oaxaca and Colorado. Find them all here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles and Emily’s Favourite Gear of 2023

Miles Arbour — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:30:39 +0000

After a busy year of bikepacking, including a six-week trip to Australia, Miles and Emily share 12 items that stood out this year. Find everything from trail-tested components and gear to their new favourite Tasmania-made chocolate bar in their 2023 Editor's Dozen roundup...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:31:18 +0000

Next up in our 2023 Editor's Dozen series, Lucas shares a look at 12 projects, products, and places that had a lasting impact on him both on and off the bike this year. From budget-friendly to high-end, find his collection of favorites from everyday life and travels around two continents here...

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45NRTH Ragnarok Boa Review: Shoulder Season be Damned

Miles Arbour — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:54:42 +0000

Redesigned for 2024, the new 45NRTH Ragnarok BOA Boots are rated for chilly shoulder season riding and feature a highly weather-resistant construction, a grippy sole, and a neoprene ankle closure to keep the elements at bay. Miles has been riding in the wet and cold Pacific Northwest to see how they hold up. Find his 45NRTH Ragnarok Boa review here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2023

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:28:07 +0000

After another big year of trying out newly released gear and using some old products, Neil shares 12 standouts from 2023 in our latest Editor's Dozen video, including everything from his favorite apparel to cargo-carrying equipment, bike accessories, and more...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2023

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 12:49:00 +0000

Is it that time of year again? After a busy 12 months of travel and time on two wheels in several countries, Cass kicks off our annual Editor's Dozen gear picks with his roundup of favourite bikes, components, accessories, clothing, and more. Find out which old and new pieces earned top marks in 2023 here...

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2023 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

Logan Watts — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:42:22 +0000

In the first installment of our 2023 Bikepacking Awards, we recognize the products that have wowed us the most over the past year. Dig into our top picks with 50 awards in 11 categories, including our favorite bikes, components, camping gear, apparel, and more. Plus, find a list of bikes that are already in our sights for 2024…

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Fizik Terra Ergolace GTX Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 16:02:48 +0000

Fizik added two new GORE-TEX-equipped shoes to their Terra all-terrain lineup this fall, both featuring grippy Vibram soles, lace-up closures, and a versatile flat or clipless outsole. We’ve been testing out a special collaborative version from PEdALED that launches today to see how they hold up to wet-weather riding in the Pacific Northwest. Find Miles’ Fizik Terra Ergolace GTX Shoes review here…

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QUOC Escape Off-Road Review

Joe Cruz — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:50:03 +0000

With a fresh look for mountain bike shoes, the new Quoc Escape Off-Road eschews categorical classification and blends trail durability with a streamlined aesthetic typically found on road shoes. Joe Cruz put a pair to the test and reports back with this in-depth review...

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Shimano GE5 Review: A New Perspective on Gravity/Enduro Shoes

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:39:39 +0000

Despite their gravity/enduro label, Neil found the new canvas Shimano GE5 shoes to perform exceptionally well while bikepacking. In his latest video review, Neil shares his experience with them and what makes them a good multi-disciplinary shoe. Watch it here and find a written review, pros and cons, and a selection of photos...

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Specialized Recon ADV Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:51:35 +0000

The Specialized Recon ADV Shoes combine the efficiency of a stiff clipless cycling shoe with a roomy toe box, lace-up closure, and unique aesthetics. Miles has been wearing them almost exclusively for the last three months on long gravel rides, rowdy singletrack rides, and several bikepacking trips to see how they hold up. Find his review here…

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Ultralight Camp Shoes: The Best Packable Options for Bikepacking

Miles Arbour — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:26:18 +0000

Taking your riding shoes off after a long day of pedaling is one of the best feelings, especially when you have a backup pair for shuffling around camp. While hunting for most easy to pack ultralight camp shoes, we tested a bunch of popular models, from minimalist outdoor socks to superlight sandals. Find our thoughts and mini-reviews on six of them here, plus a list of other options...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2023 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:02:06 +0000

After a half-year of day rides and bikepacking trips in Oaxaca, Colorado, and the Eastern US, Logan and Virginia shine some light on a few standout pieces of gear. Here are a dozen products that have become their summer favorites, including a brilliant new stem, purple cogs, lightweight sandals, a solution for slipping seat posts, and more…

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Pearl Izumi Canyon SPD Review

Neil Beltchenko — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 14:43:38 +0000

We've tested a lot of SPD shoes over the years, but with most of them built around a BOA closure or some similar fancy ratchet system, some riders find that they're getting a little too complicated. In his latest video review, Neil goes back to laces with the Pearl Izumi Canyon SPD...

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Giro Tracker Review: Flat-pedal ATB Shoes?

Logan Watts — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:02:22 +0000

The Giro Tracker is the brand’s—and maybe the world’s—first all-terrain bicycling flat-pedal shoe. In this long-term review, Logan weighs in on the pair he’s broken in throughout more than 1,500 miles of use while bikepacking, gravel riding, and testing the extent of their capabilities on rough singletrack trails…

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QUOC x Restrap Sandal Review: Post-Ride Sandals?

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 04 May 2023 13:08:30 +0000

The new QUOC x Restrap Sandal is the first collaboration between the two British brands, bringing together QUOC's grippy sole with Restrap's namesake retention system. They're light, surprisingly supportive, and boast an innovative design that enables them to attach to your seatpack. QUOC and Restrap say these are post-ride sandals for wearing around camp, but could they be something more? Find our initial impressions in this review...

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QUOC Gran Tourer XC Review: Performance Pedaling

Lucas Winzenburg — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 11:02:29 +0000

Released as part of the Lalashan Collection earlier this month, the new QUOC Gran Tourer XC further refines the London brand's flagship shoe with an unabashedly performance-focused feature set. Lucas has been wearing a pair on rides around Colorado this spring, and he shares his full review here...

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Fizik Terra Ergolace X2 Flat Review: All Terrain Bikepacking Shoes

Miles Arbour — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:30:12 +0000

When searching for a versatile flat-pedal shoe for a two-month bikepacking trip in Australia, Miles and Emily turned to the Fizik Terra Ergolace X2 Flat shoes. After three weeks and more than 1,000 kilometers of riding from the coast to the continent’s tallest mountain, they’re starting to look very promising as a mixed-terrain bikepacking shoe. Read the review here…

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The Best Cycling Gloves (For All Weather and Conditions)

Team Work — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:15:19 +0000

In this guide and gear roundup, we compiled a list of our favorite cycling gloves and organized them based on temperature range and use. Find a list of the best cycling gloves here, plus our thoughts on glove layering for outings and bikepacking expeditions in changing weather...

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Bedrock Mountain Clogs Review: Shoulder Season Sandals

Cass Gilbert — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:01:36 +0000

For our early Bedrock Mountain Clogs review, Cass and Virginia test both the Synthetic and "Eco Leather" version on the trails and streets of Oaxaca, Mexico. Read on for details on Bedrock's latest all-terrain footwear...

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The Best Down Pants (Ultralight Options for Bikepacking)

Logan Watts — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 12:00:53 +0000

Ultralight down pants are highly compressible, super warm, and can be a game-changer for shoulder season and winter bikepacking, as well as other outdoor pursuits. Logan and Virginia recently discovered this and have some thoughts on the subject. Learn more in this roundup as we review the lightest and best down pants on the market...

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Stomp Lox Slack Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 14:30:49 +0000

The Stomp Lox Slacks are a unique clipless cycling shoe with a wide toe-box, Vibram sole, and unmistakable look. We've been testing out the new European fit version for the last couple of months to see how they hold up. Find Miles' review of the Stomp Lox Slacks Shoes here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2022

Lucas Winzenburg — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 13:10:39 +0000

Closing out our Editor's Dozen series that looks back at our favorite pieces of gear from the past year, Lucas shares his top 12 picks for 2022. Find his roundup of assorted things that saw lots of use and made a lasting impression during his bikepacking trips around the UK, Germany, and the Rocky Mountains here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles’ Favorite Gear of 2022

Miles Arbour — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 12:20:38 +0000

Next up in our annual editors' gear picks series, Miles shares some of his favourite items from 2022. Find a dozen products that have seen a significant amount of use in the Pacific Northwest or have impressed him from a design and functionality standpoint here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2022

Logan Watts — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:51:28 +0000

Continuing the time-honored tradition of sharing our favorite gear each year, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen prized items. All 12 of these products saw heavy use and impressed us in 2022, a year of Baja Divide riding, Eastern Divide route scouting, chunky trail rides in the Sierra Norte and the Appalachians, and posh overnighters in the forest…

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Essential Layering for Bikepacking: The Six-pack Method

Logan Watts — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 15:15:39 +0000

When the mercury drops and temps fluctuate, a layering clothing strategy is the preferred minimalist method for bikepacking and bicycle touring. In this guide, we dig into a six-piece plan that many of us use and agree on for big expeditions and weekend outings alike. Plus, find mini-reviews of a bunch of our favorite garments that we’ve put to the test over the years in multiple layering categories...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2022

Cass Gilbert — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:36:30 +0000

As part of our continuing "Best of 2022" coverage, Cass picks his favourite gear, both old and new, that has survived the vagaries of this year's rutted roads and trails, along with some noteworthy themes that have stood out too...

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Bikepacking Gear That Lasts: A Gift Guide

Team Work — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:50:04 +0000

For our long-term Gift Guide, we racked our brain and drew up a list of nearly 80 of our most prized pieces of bikepacking gear, at a variety of price points. Think of this as a roster of goods that have already proven their worth... gifts that promise to keep on giving, over thousands of miles, all around the world.

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2022 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

Logan Watts — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 12:14:53 +0000

Kicking off our 2022 Bikepacking Awards series, we recognize the products that have most impressed us throughout the past year. Dig into the Bikepacking Gear of the Year with 49 awards in 11 categories, including our Top Six Bikes, Best New Components, Best Tools & Gadgets, and more. Plus, find a list of bikes that are already on our radar for 2023…

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite 2022 Bikepacking Gear

Neil Beltchenko — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:02:03 +0000

It’s that time of the year again when we share our Editor’s Dozen gear lists. To kick things off, here's Neil Beltchenko's video showcasing 12 of his favorite products that he tested in 2022. Watch it here...

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Ornot Lightweight Mission Shorts: New Favourites

Miles Arbour — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:14:42 +0000

Released this fall, the new Ornot Lightweight Mission Shorts share a similar cut to the originals but are made from lightweight, stretchy fabric. Miles has been wearing them for the last month and shares his thoughts on why they might be his favourite shorts yet...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2022 (Summer)

Logan Watts — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 12:10:24 +0000

The days are hot, humid, and long here in the eastern United States, marking the half-way point in the year for gear testing. Here are a dozen products that have become some of Logan and Virginia’s summer favorites, including a rack hack, shorts and apparel, some rad new handlebars, and more…

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Ride Concepts Tallac and Flume Shoes Review

Miles Arbour — Sat, 09 Jul 2022 12:31:40 +0000

The Ride Concepts Tallac and Flume Shoes are men's and women's-specific flat trail shoes designed for big days and epic terrain. Miles and Emily have been testing them out for the last few months to see what they're all about. Find our review here...

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Bontrager Foray Review: One Year Later

Miles Arbour — Wed, 04 May 2022 13:53:11 +0000

Positioned as a durable, versatile clipless cycling shoe for trail riding, cyclocross, and gravel, the updated Bontrager Foray Mountain Bike Shoe looks to be a solid contender for bikepacking as well. We've been testing a pair for more than a year to find out how they hold up to a wide variety of rides and conditions. Find our review here...

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QUOC Chelsea Boots Review: Performance Casual

Lucas Winzenburg — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:06:16 +0000

Equal parts cool and confounding, the all-new QUOC Chelsea Boots offer an unexpected approach to form and function in the world of clipless-compatible cycling footwear. Lucas and Joe have been testing them out over the past several weeks, and you can find their thoughts in our two-in-one review here...

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QUOC Gran Tourer II Review: A Refined Shoe for Fast Dirt Rides

Joe Cruz — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:57:59 +0000

In a dozen years, QUOC shoes have made a name for themselves by attending to fit and function with a clean, distinctive styling. The Gran Tourer II is the evolution of an earlier model that was exemplary in everything from spirited gravel rides to drop-bar bikepacking. Does the update exceed the high standard set by the original? Read on to find out why Joe thinks it’s only a qualified success...

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Endura MT500 Burner Flat Review: First Ride

Logan Watts — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:32:30 +0000

Just released, the Endura MT500 Burner Flat ticks a lot of boxes that riders look for in a backcountry mountain biking and bikepacking shoe. We've been testing a pair over a handful of rides to see how they stack up for this launch day review. Find all the details here...

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DMT GK1 Gravel Shoes: First Impressions

Miles Arbour — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:28:41 +0000

Italian brand DMT Cycling's line of performance cycling shoes have one thing in common: they all have a fully knit upper construction. We were interested to see how they performed in the real world, so we picked up a pair of the DMT GK1 Gravel Shoes for a closer look. Find Miles' thoughts here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2021

Logan Watts — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:32:55 +0000

In our final salute to the gear of 2021, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen components, wearables, tools, and toys that became their favorite things throughout a year of route scouting, trail rides, and overnighters. Find them all here…

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’ Favorite Gear of 2021

Lucas Winzenburg — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:33:05 +0000

Reflecting back on the year of riding around Europe, from the Baltic Sea down to the Dolomites, Lucas rounds up 12 noteworthy pieces of gear and experiences that added to his life in 2021, whether on or off the bike. From handmade bags to affordable accessories and time-tested apparel, find his annual Editor’s Dozen here…

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Our Favorite Winter Layering Accessories for Bikepacking

Logan Watts — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 13:38:11 +0000

Following up on our recent Essential Layering for Bikepacking guide, here's a roundup of our favorite extras and accessories—a variety of add-ons to up the warmth of your feet, head, neck, and limbs while bikepacking and camping...

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Editor’s Dozen: Miles’ Favorite Gear of 2021

Miles Arbour — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 13:11:32 +0000

A year after relocating to the Pacific Northwest, Miles reflects on some of his favourite pieces of gear and other highlights that have stood out for him in 2021. Find a dozen items that Miles thinks deserve recognition here...

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Editor’s Dozen: Cass’ Favorite Gear of 2021

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 13:21:42 +0000

Cass shares his rundown of gear favourites and more from 2021, including mini panniers, a magic carpet bike, a burly cargo rack 'n' milk crate, shiny carving knives, a memory catcher, and bikepacking with a once-abandoned hound...

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Bedrock Cairn 3D Pro II Review: Escape the Toe Prison!

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 13:19:19 +0000

After relocating to Mexico, Cass Gilbert rediscovers the joy of cycling in sandals in the dry season and the rainy season alike. For those planning to ride the Baja Divide this winter, or heading to a similarly warm locale, read on for his full review of Bedrock's Cairn 3D Pro II sandals...

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Editor’s Dozen: Neil’s Favorite Gear of 2021

Neil Beltchenko — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 14:18:02 +0000

In our latest video, Neil walks through 12 of his favorite cycling products that were new to him in 2021, bikepacking gear ranging from recycled bags to Neil's new found favorite instant coffee, all priced under $150...

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2021 Bikepacking Gear of the Year

Logan Watts — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 13:15:06 +0000

In the first installment of our 2021 Bikepacking Awards, we recognize the products that have wowed us the most over the past year. Dig into our top picks with 51 awards in 11 categories, including our Top Five Bikes, Best New Components, Best Camping Gear, and more. Plus, find a list of bikes that are already on our radar for 2022…

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Women’s Mountain Bike Shorts Review Roundup

Virginia Krabill — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 12:38:39 +0000

Virginia and Emily decided to get a few of the more popular women's mountain bike shorts on the market and put them to the test this summer. Find their reviews of each, specs and details, and their favorite picks from the group here...

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Pearl Izumi X-Alp Summit Review: Colorado Trail-Worthy Shoes

Neil Beltchenko — Tue, 07 Sep 2021 13:55:44 +0000

Over the last three months, Neil Beltchenko has thrown a little bit of everything at the PEARL iZUMi X-Alp Summit shoes. They’ve endured simple day rides, the 530-mile Colorado Trail, and everything in between. I this video review, Neil picks apart their pedaling performance, hike-ability, and overall durability after 200+ hours of use…

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Crankbrothers Stamp Lace Review

Logan Watts — Tue, 18 May 2021 12:25:56 +0000

Named after their lauded flat pedal, the Crankbrothers Stamp Lace is the company's most economically priced flat pedal option in its new shoe lineup. We put quite a few rugged bikepacking and trail mountain biking miles on a pair for this full review. See more here...

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Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch SPD Review: Unbreakable Clipless Shoes? (video)

Logan Watts — Thu, 13 May 2021 13:45:30 +0000

After seven months and 2,000+ miles of rigorous use, Neil shares his thoughts on the Pearl Izumi X Alp Launch SPD clipless mountain bike shoes. Find out about their pedal performance, off-the-bike comfort, and most importantly, overall durability in this long term review...

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The Best Flat Pedal Mountain Bike Shoes of 2021? 7 Tested

Logan Watts — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 12:17:01 +0000

Looking for the best flat pedal mountain bike shoes for trail riding and bikepacking? Logan tested seven pairs that are relatively accessible and compared them based on comfort, looks, durability, and one of the most important factors, pedal grip. Find details on all of them after more than a year of use here...

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Specialized Rime Flat Shoes Review: Hike-a-bike Shoes!

Miles Arbour — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:58:52 +0000

Announced today, the new Specialized Rime Flat Shoes are the brand's first riding shoe designed specifically with hiking in mind, striking a balance between on-bike stiffness and off-bike comfort. We’ve been testing a pair prior to launch, and you can find the details, photos, and our first impressions on the Rime Flat Shoes here…

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Five Ten Trailcross Mid Pro Review: Bikepacking Meets Space Trooping

Cass Gilbert — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:44:26 +0000

Cass slips his dusty traveler's feet into a pair of Five Ten's spacetrooper-style Trailcross Mid Pros. After a few months riding trails, bikepacking, hiking, and kicking around town, find out how this aesthetically divisive footwear fared...

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NF DP3 Pants Review: Made in British Columbia

Miles Arbour — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 15:17:00 +0000

Designed and manufactured in British Columbia, the NF DP3 Pants are slim-fit mountain bike pants designed for all-mountain and enduro-style riding. Miles purchased a pair earlier this winter to see if they live up to the hype and how'd they fare for different types of riding. Find his review here...

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45NRTH Naughtvind Review + Snow Biking the Blue Ridge Pkwy

Virginia Krabill — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 13:49:29 +0000

In effort to keep pedaling through the cold of winter, Virginia tests the high-end 45NRTH Naughtvind Jacket, a performance piece designed for serious winter cycling. After a couple months of use, here's her review. Plus, find a gallery and short report from two days of snow biking on the Blue Ridge Parkway...

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Redesigned Outdoor Research Helium Rain Kit Review

Miles Arbour — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 13:43:28 +0000

The Outdoor Research Helium rain jacket and pants are a favorite among bikepackers as an impressively packable emergency outer layer. After hearing that they updated the line to be a claimed five times more tear-resistant and twice as abrasion resistant than the previous version, we had to check it out for ourselves. Find our review here, featuring a side-by-side comparison with the old Helium jacket...

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Editor’s Dozen: Logan and VA’s Favorite Gear of 2020

Logan Watts — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:48:06 +0000

In our final nod to the stuff of 2020, Logan and Virginia round up a dozen of their favorite pieces of gear that were special during a year of sanity rides, overnighter escapes, and local route scouting. Find it all here, ranging from pricey and odd, to cheap and game-changing...

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Editor’s Dozen: Lucas’s Favorite Gear of 2020

Lucas Winzenburg — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 13:25:52 +0000

Looking back on the year, Lucas rounds up 12 notable pieces of gear and experiences that improved his life in 2020, both on and off the bike. From affordable and practical accessories, to transformative upgrades, to a titanium dream build, find his Editor’s Dozen here…

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