Apparel - Helmets

Like the right wine with the perfect cheese, this pairing will make you a trail connoisseur.

A fresh 7Mesh Guardian Weatherproof Vest, Kali's Invader 2.0 full-face trail helmet, and some baseline kicks for when he's back on the bike.

Full-face protection? It's not just for racers - especially when it doesn't weigh much and has great venting.

Why are so many of my friends ditching the chin bar and sticking with an open shell?

While reviewing some of Leatt's open-face helmets, I've also been testing some of Leatt's full-face helmets.

Leatt has launched a number of open face helmets, how do they stack up against each other?

Topeak's grab bag for daily rides, Jaybird's new Vista 2 wireless air buds, and Giro's affordable Source MIPS trail helmet.

Smith Forefront 2 and Ruckus Performance Glasses ridden and reviewed in the deepest wilds of Squamish...

A Kortal Race MIPS Helmet, $200 shorts, my favourite knee pads ever, and some eyewear to satisfy your inner DB...

A helmet that will protect your bank balance, gloves with a soft touch, and a pair of scientifically formulated flat pedal shoes from the South African brand.

Lazer's just-released helmet builds on the experience of the Impala but adds enduro-friendly features.

Revelations deep in a review can go in two directions and it's impossible to know if it's north or south until you get there...

Another look at Leatt's DBX 3.0 full face helmet, and lightweight Trail+ full face lids in general.

Performance and long-term durability have impressed A.J. with these shoes, pants, helmet and jersey.

A light and well ventilated DH-rated helmet marks Smith's first full face

Climbing singletrack and descending janky North Shore trails, at night, with the carbon version of the SEVENiDP Project 23 full-face helmet.

Bontrager's latest lid release brings WaveCel tech to helmets at a lower price point with more size options and even a kids' model.

Imagine if MIPS didn't affect fit or airflow or comfort - but offered the same performance...

Lazer's Impala MIPS offers impressive protection for a budget-friendly price

Uncle Dave puts a 240 USD POC helmet against a 150 USD POC helmet and manages to offend the next in line for the throne...

Andrew's list for 2019 is bringing back some old standards, giving all his friends cool kid seats and fresh grips, and scoring a helmet...

The Quarter MIPS is an oh-so-comfy pad fit helmet that's guaranteed to make any adult look younger...

MET re-envisions the Parachute as a lightweight convertible with a unique magnetic interface...

A small-batch hip pack from Stealth in New Zealand, the Giro Quarter MIPS, and Giant Bicycle's on-bike tool storage...