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AASQ, Feature Stories, Mountain Bike - October 22, 2021

AASQ #140: What roll angle are riser bars designed for?

We know, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. But there are some questions you might not want to ask your local shop or riding buddies. AASQ is our weekly series where we get to the bottom of your questions – serious or otherwise. Hit the link at the bottom of the post to

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Long Term Review: Nukeproof Horizon V2 Wheelset for Enduro Riding

Last year, Nukeproof updated their long-standing aluminium enduro wheelset, adventurously naming it the Horizon V2. The overhaul saw Nukeproof replace 29mm WTB rims with their very own 30mm internal width rims. They maintain a symmetrical profile, but now lace those rims to the Horizon V2 fast engagement hub, increasing the POE from 42 to 102.

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Surf Grass Mats are the must-have changing accessory you didn’t know you needed

Every once in a while, we spot something at a trade show that is completely unexpected. This year, that happened when we stopped by the GTFOverland booth and stumbled across Surf Grass Mats. As the name would imply, these were originally created for surfers, but I can confirm that they are the perfect changing mat

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Found: Stellar Performance Pedal Sticks 3D printed titanium crankset prototype

What’s an engineer for Tesla to do in his spare time? Work on creating his own 3D printed titanium cranks, of course. We spotted Edd walking around Sea Otter with a very interesting crankset in his hands, which turned out to be his own creation. Edd mentioned that the project started with him asking himself,

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Mountain Bike - October 21, 2021

Cascade Components offer progressive, longer travel link for the Norco Optic

Cascade Components has CNC machined an aftermarket link for the Norco Optic short-travel trail bike. Increasing progression from 17% to 23%, it concomitantly increases travel by 5mm taking it up to 130mm. So, how does that change the rear end’s behaviour, and does it require a longer stroke shock? Cascade Components Norco Optic Link Like

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