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bars, complete bikes, Events, frames, Gear, interbike, Nukeproof, pedals, stems - September 24, 2012

Interbike 2012: NukeProof Bikes + Components

2013 marks a big push for NukeProof into the North American market. This year, NukeProof has a bunch of exciting (and good looking) new gear. At the show, four complete bikes were on display. Along with revisions to their existing bikes, there were two completely new rides as well as an ever-growing component line. With …

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650b, Bike Reviews, burner, Gear, interbike, turner - September 21, 2012

Turner Burner 650b Test Ride

I’ve been trying to steer clear of the 650b hype but sometimes it’s almost unavoidable. Don’t get me wrong–I have nothing against 650b bikes–but I’m more than happy with both my 29ers. Still, when I got a chance to demo the Turner Burner 650b at Interbike I figured, what the heck, I’ll give it a …

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Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Expert EVO: 29er Trail Bike

I’ve ridden a few long-travel 29ers (5+ inches of travel) over the last 12 months and up until now, I haven’t been totally impressed. Not only did the bikes seem to handle clumsily but none of them climbed very well–a big turn off for an XC guy like me. A true trail bike should climb …

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The Surly Krampus: 29+

There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the release of Surlys Krampus, and when talking about what this bike is, its probably best to begin by talking about what its not: It is not a fat bike with massive 4 or 5-inch tires designed for maximum flotation and slow speed crawling. Its not a …

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Interbike 2012: Diamondback Test Rides

Ive always appreciated the unique look of Diamondbacks Knucklebox suspension, and having had a great ride on a 26 Sortie at Sea Otter a few years ago, I was eager to get on a couple more of Diamondbacks rigs. The Mission The Mission is Diamondbacks rendition of the all-mountain 26 wheeled bike. With a full …

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