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An in-depth comparison of some of the leading compact ratchet sets. We find out whether they're better for the trail, the workbench, or neither.

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Stage 7 – Squamish| Presented By: Harbour Air Seaplanes | Distance: 52.6 kms | Elevation Gain: 1,681 meters Sunny skies broke over Squamish for the first time in three days along the B.C. coast. It was shaping up to be a perfect finale to a week of incredible racing. BCBR started with a quick tune-up Read More

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Stage 6 – Sechelt to Langdale | Presented By: Shimano | Distance: 49.3 kms | Elevation Gain: 1403 meters After five stages, the trail starts to take its toll. Yesterday was a grinder, a boat load of up and down, with plenty of fast pedaling to make the legs beg for mercy. Racers woke to Read More

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This column ran in the June issue of Bike. Click here to subscribe and support print. “A body at rest will remain at rest, and a body in motion will remain in motion unless it is acted upon by an external force.” ~ Newton’s first law of motion. “Haven’t seen you out in a while,” Read More

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When e*thirteen tires first launched, they answered the prayers of the huddled masses of aggressive trail riders, yearning to ride free of pinch flats and sidewall tears. There was finally something short of a DH boat anchor that could hold up. But then the masses got picky. e*thirteen tires’ durability came at a cost to Read More

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