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Transition Patrol Carbon Test Ride Review
The last bike I rode at Outdoor Demo this year was Transition’s Patrol Carbon. With 155mm of rear travel, a 160mm fork, and long, low, and slack geometry, the Patrol Carbon is aimed at enduro racers or riders in need of a long-travel trail bike. The Patrol has been in Transition’s line for a couple …
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Revamped Surly Krampus 29+ Test Ride Review
A couple months ago at Saddle Drive, I got the opportunity to check out some of Surly’s recent redesigns for some of their classic bikes, including the Karate Monkey, which I really enjoyed. Here at Interbike, I followed up with the company and tried out the newly-modified Krampus. The Surly Krampus has been around for …
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Turner Flux v4.0 Test Ride Review
To be perfectly honest, I had no prior intention of testing the Turner Flux. It just so happened that they had a large-sized bike come back in from a test ride as I was walking by. Not wanting to stand in a line at another booth, I decided to give it a try. Don’t get …
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Gore Rescue Windstopper Active Shell Jacket Review
With every piece of gear that I carry with me on the mountain bike, my first question is: “how packable is it?” Consequently, I’ve been carrying ultra lightweight rain jackets lately instead of full-featured, thick jackets. The only problem with most ultra-lightweight jackets? They eliminate the hood in order to reduce weight and volume. Enter …
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Advocate Cycles Hayduke 27.5+ Test Ride Review
I’ve been watching the Hayduke from afar for the better part of this year, as a couple of my good friends and riding buddies have jumped on the Advocate Cycles train and purchased their 27.5+ hardtail. They’ve had great things to say, and I briefly pedaled around on my friend Jake’s Hayduke for a few minutes …
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