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Final Review: Fulcrum Red Metal 29 XL Mountain Bike Wheels

A few months ago I introduced you to the Red Metal 29 XL, the top-of-the-line 29er wheels offered by the Italian company Fulcrum. The wheels have been through plenty of local rides, a cyclocross race, all three rounds of the Snake Creek Gap Time Trials, a six hour race, and have been used onboth ahardtail …

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Tyke Toter: Bike With Your Toddler

And now for something completely different. The Tyke Toter is a seat + handlebar that attaches to an adult’s bike seatpost, allowing your toddler to go along for the ride. My daughter and I have been testing the Tyke Toter for several weeks now and we both love it. We even rode a little singletrack …

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Easton Havoc UST 150 Wheel Review

Easton recently released the Havoc 150 UST wheels and I had a chance to throw a pair on my new Santa Cruz V10C and give them a whirl. Just to be clear: these are not the Havoc DH wheels but rather a lightweight option that a race-oriented rider would want. The Havoc DH wheels are …

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Slip Me Some Skin: The Importance of Trying Many Tires

The right tool for the job; horses for courses; a nail for every hammer. I don’t even know what I’m talking about! The conclusion I want you all to take away from this blathering: you gotta experiment with rubber and learn what works best based on trail conditions. It can get expensive, but I encourage …

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Pearl Izumi ELITE Barrier Jacket: Look Good, Lighten Up, and Stay Protected

Man, this ‘winter’ has made it tough to plan for the right gear. I imagine most of you in the cooler climates have been on a good many rides with way too many layers. As I mature in my great pursuit of The Perfect Ride I have become a bit of a gear freak and …

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