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Let’s be honest, carbon rims offer an incredibly precise riding feel, sublime acceleration and they also look great! But it’s also true that a carbon rim can easily shatter if things go wrong on the trail, and can often feel too stiff or even uncomfortable to ride on. And that’s exactly what Santa Cruz wanted to change when developing their new Reserve-wheels. These wheels are supposed to present the perfect compromise, the best of the two worlds at a “reasonable” price.

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The MET team spent a year hidden away inside their lab and the result is finally out: the MET Roam is supposed to set a new benchmark in the enduro and trail sector. We’ll reveal what it can do and also tell you if it’s true that “All roads lead to ROAM”.

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Tearing full-gas down the trail with my eyes fixed ahead. Then a sneaky left snaps into view. I grab a handful of brake but it’s not enough. I overshoot the corner, taking an impromptu nature lesson. As I lie in the bushes, I think to myself: F§%&, the new Santa Cruz Nomad 4 is quick – dangerously quick!

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Issue #027, Review -

Our global test team has been pushing products to the very limit on the world’s toughest trails. In The Lab, durability is rewarded and weaknesses have nowhere to hide. This time, we tested the ION Rascal clipless shoes.

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