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Life in HD: Addicted to the Oakley Jawbreakers
“Is it possible to become addicted to a pair of sunglasses?” I thought to myself as I was driving down the lonely interstate through eastern Colorado. The notion of becoming addicted to a pair of glasses sounded absurd even as I thought it, but then I realized that it wasn’t so crazy after all. But the …
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Sugoi’s Super-Visible and Highly-Versatile Zap Versa Jacket – A Video Review
Sugoi’s Zap Versa is a combinations of their ultra-visible ZAP and their highly-versatile jacket/vest, the Versa. This jacket is available at REI exclusively for $159 (currently on sale for $78!) and is well-worth that price due to its many different uses. It comes in high rise grey, black, matador red, and supernova safety yellow, all of which come embedded …
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Platypus W’s B-line 8.0 Women’s Hydration Pack Review
Built for long cross-country rides, the Platypus W’s B-line hydration pack, “designed for women,” according to Platypus, is lightweight at 691 grams and fits well. I particularly appreciated the “RidgeAir” back panel–a mesh feature separating your back from the pack, thus providing some good airflow. The pack was roomy enough for a spare tube, pump, …
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WTB Volt Carbon Saddle – Long Term Review
In the interest of full disclosure, there is one thing I must say before delving into this review. I have always been a big fan of WTB saddles. Ever since I replaced the brutally-uncomfortable OEM saddle on my very first mountain bike with a WTB saddle, I have been very brand loyal. All my personal …
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Norco Revolver 27.5 Long Term Review
After taking a few years off from regular racing, I decided to get back on course in 2016. I made a schedule, got a coach, and started training. Now, I just needed a bike. For a dedicated race bike, my first thought was to go with a 29er. I reached out to Norco about sending …
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