Testing the new TRP EVO Pro Brakes on My Specialized Levo 4 Pro Words by Mia de Paula: I’ve been riding with TRP brakes for years—specifically the DH-R Evos—so when it came time to build up my new Specialized Levo 4 Pro, I knew I wanted something that could handle […]
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A Trail Helmet That’s Climbing the Ranks (Literally) Words by Mia de Paula: I’ve tested a TON helmets since I started mountain biking over 10 years ago. Everything from Smith, Giro, POC, and Fox- This new POC Cularis helmet surprised me in the best way. I first saw it at […]
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Velocirax 412 Review: The Bike Rack That’s Coming With Us All Summer Words by Mia de Paula: We first got our hands on the Velocirax 412 at the Sedona MTB Festival, where the crew at Velocirax hooked us up with a rack right on-site (check out that trip here). After spending the weekend immersed in trail […]
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One Pair for Trails, Travel, and Everything In Between Words by Mia de Paula: I’ve tested a lot of gear over the years, and not much makes it into my regular rotation. But the Smith Westward sunglasses—specifically the Tortoise frame with ChromaPop™ Polarized Opal Mirror Lenses—have earned a spot. They strike a […]
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The Ultimate Lightweight Trail Bike for All-Around Riding Words by Candice Hansen Looking for the best lightweight trail bike that climbs and descends with ease? The Cannondale Habit LTD might just be the all-rounder you’re after. It’s a high-performance trail bike built for riders who want one rig that can handle everything—from […]
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Bikes Online – Polygon Siskiu T9 A Short Rider’s Review Words by Candice I had the opportunity to take the Polygon Siskiu T9 for a spin on my home trails in Northwest Arkansas, which are known for their technical features—like rocks, roots, and plenty of pedaly challenging terrain. Right from the […]
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SMITH x Wild Rye Forefront 3 Helmet – Where Style Meets High-Tech Protection Words by Candice Hansen My first impression of the SMITH x Wild Rye Forefront 3 helmet? Stylish, lightweight, and comfortable. It’s hard to find a mountain bike helmet that checks all the boxes like fit, safety, design—but […]
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Raw Style Apparel MTB Jerseys Review of Men’s & Women’s Fit Words by Mia de Paula: I’ve been riding in both the men’s and women’s merino MTB jerseys from Raw Style Apparel, and here’s the short version: they’re impressively comfortable, surprisingly versatile, and backed by a mission I can get […]
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The Bert Shoes- A pre/post ride shoe designed for the active life enthusiast. Words by Mia de Paula If you’re serious about outdoor adventures, you understand that quality footwear is more than a convenience—it’s a crucial part of the experience. Bert Shoes has been creating a buzz in the adventure footwear world, […]
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Superior eXF 9039 B E-bike, a Bosch Motor, fun, reliable ride Words by Mia de Paula: Superior is a bike brand that’s been around for over 30 years. Driven by Europe’s cycling heritage and precision engineering, they specialize in bikes ranging from traditional mountain bikes to advanced e-bikes like the […]
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