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Otso Voytek Test Ride Review

The Voytek is a versatile carbon fiber mountain bike from Otso, a new bike brand founded by the crew from Wolf Tooth Components. I took the Voytek on a quick test spin at Interbike, and here’s what I learned. For starters, the Voytek is built around a unique dropout system that allows the bike to run 26 fat, 27.5+, and …

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3 Brand-New 27.5+ Bikes Released by Norco

After a very favorable reception for the Torrent 27.5+ hardtail, Norco has tripled down on 27.5+ mountain bikes, releasing 3 all-new models for 2017! Torrent 7 FS+ The most notable of the new additions is the Torrent 7 FS+, which essentially turns the popular Torrent hardtail into a FS bike. Available in two build kits and a frame-only option …

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From XC Race to All Mountain: BMC’s Full Line of Mountain Bikes

BMC is a large brand, but they are known predominantly for their road bikes. While they have a full line of mountain bikes, they tend to fly under the radar – at least here in the Southeast. I got the chance to ride a BMC speedfox 03 trailcrew during a visit to Cane Creek’s headquarters …

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9point8 Drops New Size of the Fall Line Post

9point8 is a small Canadian company with a unique take on the dropper. The post is entirely mechanical, which they say makes it more durable and reliable when compared to the hydraulic competition. Essentially, there is a mechanical brake that presses against the inside of the upper stanchion to hold the post in place. It is a …

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US Forest Service Proposes a “Cultural Shift” To Promote Recreation and Common Sense

The US Forest Service has proposed a “cultural shift” with the intent of promoting recreation and a common-sense approach to their management policies, the Denver Post reports. Their goal is to encourage Americans to use their public lands in a safe and responsible way, but to do that, a major change will need to take place in …

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