Gear

7mesh started with a clean slate for a new soggy days pant that is NOT made from Gore-Tex

Checking in on the (now-mulleted) High Pivot + Idler (HP+I) Devinci Chainsaw

The EVOC Trail Pro 16 pack is comfortable climbing and descending even when overloaded.

Andrew's best of 2023 piece isn't solely focused on vests...

The two terms mean very different things. Understanding both will help you make better decisions about things you use and buy. Bonus: bio-based products = more loam!

Everything on social media about "burnishing" bushings to make your fork smoother, makes it sound irresistible

Andrew hits on some updates for five products - with full reviews coming in 2024

Shimano's new waterproof and warm SPD boots are an essential tool to brave winter riding.

Half the price of the lauded ElevenSix, but twice as much as Fox or RockShox, made in-house in Loveland, Colorado

Inspired by the gods but made for humans, these 45NRTH winter boots might be perfect for North Shore winters

The Chainsaw Enduro+ rig carries forward a Made-in-Quebec a long travel high pivot plus idler platform legacy - and it can even become a DH bike

Panzer's newest insert is designed for Enduro, DH and eMTB - all while weighing around 145 grams

Pick them up on their own or have the new two-piece CNC-machined lever blades installed on a new set of Formula Cura 4 brakes

Could the Reform Tantalus be the last saddle you'll buy - after you mould it to your buttocks?

Beyond the beautiful design and vibrant kale background lies a story of frustration, bodily harm and lost fitness.

It's a We Are One wrap-up with all the Arrival models showing their best looks and a special focus on the longest travel A170

The winter gear company serves up premium performance at a pedestrian price

Alloy and steel replacement idler pulley options for high-pivot bikes…

Gore-Tex fabric comes with certain guarantees in terms of construction, design, waterproofing and quality; and also in terms of a lofty price.

Shimano's GF400 and GF600 flat pedal shoes share many features but they play a little differently on the trail - and one is 50% pricier

Working between a pair of size large WindBlock 2.0 gloves, and breaking in a pair of mediums for a tighter fit.

The Supercar of rear shocks - handmade in Italy - and mounted to a bike from Bellingham

The Canyon 2.5L Jacket and the Summit 3L pants aren't made of Gore-Tex or NeoShell but they work very well - and even have some stretch - for a very reasonable packet of cash...

A new, well-ventilated full face helmet and goggles from Leatt designed for a high level of protection with less sweat.