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Topeak Focuses on Integration in Latest Product Line
While talking to the rep from Topeak, it was apparent that they’re focused on adding as many features to their products as possible. This seems to be an industry-wide trend as well, with many companies looking to integrate tools into frames and storage into clothing. For those that commute on their mountain bikes, or find …
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Maxxis Adds New Fat Bike, 27.5+, and Trail Tires
The engineers at Maxxis have been busy trying to keep up with all the recent changes in wheel sizes. On display in their booth was a bevy of new tread patterns, sizes, and casing options. Starting with the widest tires first, Maxxis has added three new fat bike tires to their line. The Colossus is …
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Bikepacking Packs and Holsters from Restrap
Bikepacking is hot, and Restrap is scratching right where bikepackers itch with innovative handmade bags built to haul copious amounts of overnight gear. Or not–we’re seeing riders all over (including our own Greg Heil) using frame bags for everyday rides to get weight off their backs and onto their bikes. Restrap is based in the …
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Introducing Heller Bikes
At Interbike last week I spotted a bike brand I had never seen before: Heller Bikes. The newest brand from Quality Bicycle Products (QBP) just launched with a fat bike called the Bloodhound, and the brand seems to be targeting recreational riders who appreciate a nice bike at a good value. Here’s the pitch from …
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Test Ride Review: Turner Sultan 27.5+
Spoiler alert! The Turner Sultan 27.5+ was my favorite of the seven mountain bikes I tested at Outdoor Demo last week. Readers may be familiar with the Sultan as a 29er trail bike, but the Sultan I rode was a 27.5+ version which isn’t listed on the Turner website yet. The Bike Like the original …
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