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Actual Weights, Components, Feature Stories, Mountain Bike, Reviews - July 18, 2019

Review: Tioga’s Edge 22 MTB tire corners like it’s on TWO rails…because it is!

Just looking at the Tioga Edge 22 front-specific MTB tire, I felt like its unique tread pattern should do what Tioga claimed it would – provide excellent cornering traction from initial onset to full lean. I was stoked to put one to the test, and pleased to find that it does grip extremely well in […]

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Components, Mountain Bike, Reviews - July 16, 2019

Review: Tannus Armour’s MTB tire inserts beg the question “How low can you go?”

Tire inserts are one of the hottest new technologies for cyclists, but Tannus Armour’s unique design includes something many riders now consider outdated – inner tubes. Tannus Armour is a foam-like polymer tire insert that sits between your tube and tire, and claims to offer similar benefits as other inserts on the market, primarily puncture […]

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Review: The 2019 Norco Fluid FS1 29er packs a punch with high value build

In a world of ever-increasing prices, it’s nice to know brands still strive to present good value. With their updated Fluid FS line, Norco offers beginner and mid-level riders some highly capable complete builds at very reasonable prices. The 2019 Fluid frames feature impressive finishing touches, and they’re built with components that provide most of […]

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First Ride: Braving the elements (and pavement) on the Cannondale SuperSix EVO

In a move that’s becoming much more common, Cannondale had not one, but two new bikes for us to see in Vermont. The first was the new Topstone Carbon gravel bike which seemed uniquely suited to the mix of smooth gravel and awful pavement. The second bike would be the all new SuperSix EVO road bike. […]

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Review: Three days with the 2020 Santa Cruz Hightower CC X01 RSV

It was short, but sweet! Prior to today’s launch, I had a few chances to ride the 2020 Santa Cruz Hightower CC X01 RSV, and quickly found myself impressed with the bike’s stiff frame and supple suspension characteristics. As a 140/150mm 29er, the Hightower is a highly versatile trail machine. Its modern geometry makes for […]

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