Components - Tires

There's a lot to unpack in Bontrager's new $900 carbon wheelset that claims to be the strongest in the industry.

WTF happened to the ever-increasing choice in semi-slick tires and all the riders preaching their virtues?

Is it possible to get the benefits of inserts without compromising on weight or tire performance?

A fresh look at Bontrager's dual-ply G5 tires in 29x2.5, Giant's Line clip-in shoes, and Wolf Tooth's EnCase in-the-bar tool system.

Some good news and some bad news - several months or years after first reviewing these products...

I used to think of WTB as 'California rubber' and I had bumped them off my list - but this combo has me rethinking that opinion...

The observations herein are not universal truths, rather they are the personal requirements of one fussy bastard...

I haven't been intentionally naughty, but I may have gone riding a few times when I should have been raking leaves...

Something stabby, something grabby, and a few ideas for your trail builder friend Abby

Riding aggressive plus-sized rubber on the gnarliest all-weather trails the North Shore can offer...

CushCore brings the concept of 'tire suspension' to tire widths from 2.6″ to 3.0″ and inner rim widths 32mm to 45mm.

The Assegai has been a huge hit for the DH crowd - how does Minnaar's tread pattern translate to trail riding...

The third generation of e*thirteen's high grip tires have become more predictable and faster rolling - but what about the traction cost...

Fresh clip-in kicks from Bontrager, updated 7050 arms for Race Face Aeffect cranks, and a WTB tire that I hope works as well in the wet as it does in the dry...

"Maxxis is known for making very desirable tires, so by throwing a Maxxis tire on there...any Maxxis tire...the bike companies know they can get away with it..."

My fourth experience with the siren's seduction of better traction, fewer rim strikes, and more progressive tire ramp-up...

Trying to break loose in the Whistler Bike Park on the new signature Maxxis tire…

Having had the Santa Cruz V10 29er for 2 weeks why not try a downhill race? And CushCore, too.

Michelin has developed an airless tire system that may be found on most passenger vehicles by 2024 but what about bicycles?

Sometimes cleaning up the shop delivers a fresh take on an old(er) product. Worst case scenario it's nice having a clean shop and I usually find enough change for a case of beer!

Tannus takes an entirely different approach to protecting your rim, improving grip and ramping your bike's ride quality...

Spring is here. Here are some things to try at home to get your ride dialed.

Magnets and Metal and Plastic and NeoShell

AJ's list is full of things that will benefit others—surely that'll move his wishes up on Santa's priority list?