Endura MT500 Burner Flat Pedal Shoe
Overall Review
F ounded in Scotland in 1993, Endura has gone from making prototypes on a kitchen table in Edinburgh to becoming a leading, global supplier of MTB rider equipment. Known for hard-wearing, no-nonsense gear that can deal with the rigors of Scottish weather, Endura sponsors a number of high-profile athletes like Danny MacAskill and the Athertons, and the brand now produces everything from helmets to riding apparel and protection. Footwear is always a particular challenge however, which perhaps
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Ride Concepts Tallac Flat Pedal Shoe
Overall Review
E ver since the launch of the very first models in the fall of 2018, the Ride Concepts catalog has grown considerably and the company has established itself as one of the leading players in the mountain bike footwear market. Last year saw improvements made to the rubber compound which really placed the company’s flat pedal shoes among the top contenders. Today, the company announced its 2022 range and the main story here is the introduction of a brand new model, called the Tallac. We’ve had an
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2021 Mondraker Superfoxy R Bike
The Good
Sorted, progressive suspension,
Stable at speed, confidence inspiring,
Nimble despite it's size,
Very reasonable built for money,
The Bad
Issues with the headset,
Unfortunate design of bottom link,
Very poor frame protection,
Inadequate tyres for its purpose,

Overall Review
I wanted to share my experience with this bike after some mid term usage. There are no reviews at all about these aluminium options of Superfoxy models so I felt that it would be right to share my thoughts as I bought it "blind". First of all, the review will be more about frame because I did some changes straight away. I've replaced suspension for something that I wanted to have, decided to go with coil as heard about it's progressive nature and it was really good decision. This bike is really
2021 Mondraker Superfoxy R Bike
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2021 Cannondale Jekyll 1 Bike
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Review - Cannondale Jekyll 1
Overall Review
T o us, what makes the new Cannondale Jekyll so cool is that it seems to be the finalization of the bikes being prototyped in the 2019 UCI World Cup. With the prototypes capable of using two shocks, Cannondale has settled for just one with this frame while keeping the shock placement very similar. It is also one of the new bikes under Cannondale's new brand image and reimagination of their lineup. While the FOX DYAD pull shock and Lefty fork are no longer found on Jekyll models, the fully
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Dragon Domo Sunglasses White Black/Grey Lens
How on Earth
The Good
Loved a pair for the last summer but were unfortunately stolen from me.
The Bad
Somehow they are gone...
Overall Review
How on Earth i can not buy any of the Domo variables from nowhere??? Please i would overpay for an original pair!!!...
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Ride Concepts Hellion Elite (2023) Flat Pedal Shoe
Great Shoe!
The Good
Super comfortable
Grippy
Protective
Lace garage
The Bad
A bit warm
color options (subjective)
Overall Review
I have been a fan of the Ride Concepts shoes for a while, however I found myself going back to Five Ten (Freerider Pro) for the grip and sole durability. Ride Concepts shoes were always very comfortable, and the shoes held up very well, it was the sole that I would shred prematurely. I will say that Ride Concepts would always warranty the shoe and send a fresh pair, and that it is amazing to stand behind your product like that!! Unfortunately, that would leave me without shoes for a week to 10
2022 GT Force Carbon Pro LE Bike
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Vital Review - GT Force Carbon Pro LE
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GT 's all-new high-pivot Force captured our attention long before getting to take it for a spin. The high-pivot suspension and overall aggressive, badass look the bike has screams a damn good time. It is a slack, long-travel 29er with a nice complement of quality parts. Sprinkle in an adjustable chainstay and geometry that leans toward descending, and we smelt a good time was on the way. Highlights Carbon front triangle, alloy rear 29-inch wheels 160mm (6.3-inches) of rear-wheel travel // 170mm
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Reserve 30 HD Wheelset
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Vital Tested - Reserve 30|HD Wheels
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F ollowing the pattern of launching more specifically targeted wheels over the last year, Reserve Wheels is updating its lineup with the addition of the new 30|HD wheelset aimed at enduro and aggressive trail riding. These wheels will replace the existing 30|30 wheels and sit between the Reserve 31|DH wheels and Reserve 30|SL with ride characteristics as such. We found out how these new wheels stack up against other high-end carbon wheels and how they serve as an upgrade to an entry-level
Reserve 30 HD Wheelset
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POC Oseus VPD Knee Pad
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Tested: POC Oseus VPD Knee Guard
Overall Review
T he best protection is the one you’re willing to wear when you ride. Much of the work done by protection companies over the past few years seems centered around this concept, as the race is on to produce guards that can be pedaled around in all day yet offer enough protection to make a difference when you actually crash. POC’s Oseus knee guard falls straight into this category, with a level 2 certified pad housed in a comfortable and pedal friendly slip-on design. As part of our ongoing and
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Specialized Fast Track CONTROL T5 Tire
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New Specialized XC Tires Tested
Overall Review
T he last two years were marked by an abundance of new XC tech, driven by the evolution of cross country race tracks around the globe. Geometry is becoming more relaxed and suspension travel is increasing, while dropper posts are more and more commonplace too - last but not least, tires are evolving too. Specialized has been addressing their whole tire selection recently with updates to compounds and casings across the board, and based on the excellent results we’ve seen with the new enduro and
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