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People, events, and bikes. These are the things that got me excited in 2017.

Race Face's top end pedal offers 10 shin gobbling pins per side, a generous concave platform, 4 sealed bearings per side and a sneaky grease port that does double duty...

Inevitably, this list evokes thoughts of gear and experiences. But after giving it some thought, there's no question what tops my list: It's the People.

The wide bar trend has some merit - and it taught Cam some lessons - but once they were learned it was time to pull things in a little... #bestof2017

It could have gone ugly, but enduro camaraderie, indie disruptors, and big wheel trail bikes top the list pushing things in the right direction.

Dark times often reveal our strengths - but it wasn't all dark in bikes, movies, trails...

Where have all the unique suspension designs gone? Why are riders spending so much money on off the shelf bikes instead of going custom...? #bestof2017

The gear that caught Andrew's attention and continues to surpass expectations to this day, and some classic memories that haunt him on the trails still.

I miss those days of taking all day to ride down the mountain - stopping and sessioning stunts, everyone spectating as their friends have a go...

Have you ever thought that traditional gingerbread houses and scenes lacked a little something? Maybe the missing ingredient was radness...

The Chester series doesn't put a big hole in your budget for grips, bars and stem - but is it worthy of your ride?

Wouldn't it be sweet to have a secret society of mountain bikers - sort of like the illuminati - with chapters all over the world...

Whether you have big flippers or small tootsies, Crankbrothers' Stamp 3 pedals have you covered and they punch above their weight class...

"Would I put one in the quiver if money weren't an object? Hell yes, but then the question remains: how often would you notch that arrow?"

Uncle Dave really didn't want to make a Christmas list - but it turns out he already bought a bunch of new stuff and he actually likes all of it...

Merino next to his skin and some bike designs that aren't recycled versions of last year's bikes are a couple of items on Andrew's list...

A surprise awaits inside Raceface's reasonably priced Aeffect Dropper post - and it turned out to be more than a one beer job...

When we look at upgrading our bikes it's usually about lighter, stronger, smoother - but maybe we are looking in the wrong place?

Our giveaway contest has come to a close, now it's time to give out some prizes.

Tim is looking to Santa for something money can't buy, something vintage, something Swiss (and mechanical and a couple more...

Simplify your tubeless tire setup with this inflator from Shimano—loads of pressure and nothing to break...

A merino wool jersey, waterproof shorts, a new favourite knee pad, and a MIPS-equipped helmet - all reviewed in this head-to-toe selection from the Norwegian brand.

Jon would like a number of things for Christmas, most of which aren't available yet, but hey, no harm in asking to stay ahead of the curve.

Magura pairs a powerful four piston front caliper with a more modest two piston binder in the rear for braking that is balanced and quiet...