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Alpinestars MTB Winter Socks Review
These days, it’s easy to overlook socks, the unsung hero of foot coverings, protecting our feet from the effects of low temperature, perspiration, abrasion, and any number of podiatric discomforts. Most of the time, little to no thought is placed on what sort of sock will be worn for a day’s ride, with whatever sock that …
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Cannondale Launches New-and-Improved Scalpel XC Race Bike
The Scalpel is Cannondale’s no-holds-barred cross country race bike, designed to excel on the world cup XC circuit. Here’s some of Cannondale’s marketing spiel about the new Scalpel: The Scalpel-Si is developed by utilizing the brand’s System Integration approach to design, where key components like cranks, fork, and frame are all developed together. The Scalpel-Si’s …
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RockShox’s New SID Fork Returns to its Racer Roots
The SID has always been RockShox’s XC race fork, but over the years it did see some changes that made it more of a light duty trail fork–namely the availability of a 120mm option. Well, no more. For 2017, the SID will be offered in a 100mm-travel package only for after market upgrades, although OE companies …
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Nalini Phantom Green SS Jersey Review
I’m always happy to test out new jerseys, so I was excited to get the offer from Nalini to test their Phantom Green SS jersey. Nalini is Italian, and there’s just something about Italian-made cycling clothing or equipment that makes you feel a little bit more legit when you’re out there pushing the pedals. I’ve …
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Nalini Miles MTB Baggy Shorts Review
Nalini calls the Miles their “baggy” mountain bike shorts, and I’m always excited to get more pairs of shorts like these. I use my bicycle every day to pick up my 5-year-old from kindergarten, and I already get funny looks from the parents and the staff. Somehow, I think they’d be even less accommodating if I …
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