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Test Ride Review: Commencal Meta AM V4

Let me preface this by saying, the trails surrounding the venue at the Sea Otter Classic do not require a 6″ travel full suspension bike. You could ride pretty much everything on a road bike, and you might even be faster too. That said, you work with what you’ve got at your disposal, right? Commencal is …

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Review: Fox 36 Float 27.5 160 FIT RC2 Fork

While buzz words and new tech can be good, sometimes it’s nice to simplify and just focus on producing a great product. The all new Fox 36 Float FiT does just that. Fox took existing, proven technology, placed it in an all-new lighter chassis, added a few cool-yet-functional features, and “ta-da!” The new-and-improved Fox Float …

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Review: ION Avid Scrub-Series Shorts

The Avid Scrub-Series short is a full-featured downhill short that is designed with surf-inspired styling. Specs The Avid is lightweight and flexible, and sports a relaxed fit. The shorts utilize a double weave construction of water repellent treated fabric (DWR coating) that keeps you dry longer and breaths better. Gear management is handled by two …

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Review: Giro Chamber Shoe

Let’s say you’re a mountain biker who enjoys many different types of mountain biking. You might ride downhill, but want to put the power down on the flats. You ride aggressively on your Enduro bike, but you can’t commit to clipless. Or, you might be frequently forced to get off your trail bike and hike-a-bike …

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Kenda Slant Six 2.35 UST Tire Review

Riding my new Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon on stock tires left me with a desire for a tire with less rolling resistance and better cornering and climbing capabilities. When I had the chance to review a new tire from Kenda, the Slant Six came immediately to mind. Oddly enough, the Slant Six is designed precisely …

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