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faultlinetv Added a new video Dex Files - Ep. 1 - Squamish

6/26/2014 2:06pm
From British Columbia, to California and Oregon, follow Intense/OGC team rider Dexter Robson, in a new 3 part series based on west coast riding life. In episode 1, we head to one of the best riding towns in all of British Columbia. In early March, Dexter receives his highlighter yellow M9. Fresh with excitement, we spend the day, amidst towering tree's and staggering views, attempting to capture the feeling of how a new bike performs. Silent, and crisp. Choosing one of the nicest days of early spring, and finishing it off with quite a spectacular sunset, in true Squamish fashion...

faultlinetv Added a new video Winter Short

6/26/2014 8:33am
A little something to keep your spirits high in the rainy season. That fresh dirt is still out there!

faultlinetv Added a new video Evil Bikes: Jay Boysen, Bowen Island

6/26/2014 6:42am
Jay Boysen, riding for Evil Bikes this season, takes a hike up his local trails on Bowen Island, British Columbia. Filmed and edited by Dexter Robson. Like us @ www.facebook.com/faultlinetv
Given Easton's range of carbon handlebars and expertise with the material, it's only logical that they enter the grip market with a carbon friendly lock-on grip. By cleverly designing the grip to have plastic contact the bar rather than metal, they've eliminated harsh stress risers and the possibility of scratching. We're pretty stoked on their feel out of the box. Get the scoop from Dain, then head over to www.eastoncycling.com for more details.
New for 2013, Giro is introducing a line of shoes developed with Sir Aaron Gwin. The Chamber and Jacket feature Vibram outsoles, EVA midsole and Poron XRD cushioning in the heels. They're also pretty dang good looking if we do say so ourselves. Get your fill of tech talk from Simon, then cruise over to www.giro.com for more info.
NOTE: The bike will not be available until 2014, even though the vid mentions fall 2013. Norco showed off this prototype carbon Norco Sight at Sea Otter. The frame is 25% lighter than the alloy version, features a 67.5-degreee head angle, has a carbon front triangle, carbon seat stays and alloy chainstays. There will be three different models that will range from $4000 to $7000. The most baller version will come in at a smoking light 25.5lbs! For more info, visit Norco.com, or check out our slideshow from when the alloy version launched for additional tech specs.
Race Face is stoked to announce the release of their Narrow Wide chainrings for 1x10 and 1x11 drivetrain setups. The tooth configuration keeps the chain on the ring without the use of a chainguide. A fresh new green is added to the color options. too. Expect to see them drop this may. Race Face also has the some additions to their carbon SIXC line. A SIXC crank with a DH rating, features a steel pedal insert, 4mm wide chainring tabs as well as a red color option. A superlight SIXC I-Beam seatpost hits the line as well as a 220...
If you're friends with Gee, well then you're friends with me. ONE Industries shows off the new Vapor Jersey and Intel short that are perfect for enduro shredding or light DH riding. Throw on some Enemy knee pads and Draco gloves and you're dialed for the trail. For more info, visit ONEIndustries.com
Leatt is offering up a lot of new products outside of their neck brace line. Check out their 85-ounce, four-pocket hydration pack. It has a one-buckle strap system that helps the pack fit seamlessly around your Leatt neck brace. Leatt has also introduced their knee and elbow pads that use 3DF foam technology. The pads are CE certified for impact and abrasion protection. Leatt 3DF Elbow Pads are $44 and Knee Pads are $53. For full knee-shin protection Leatt is offering the Dual Axis Knee Guard. At $80, it is a full-featured knee/shin combo for aggressive downhill riding. For more...
Displayed next to their dialed existing product, 661 debuted some new product slated for release this fall. The 661 Freeride Jersey features a 3/4 sleeve design and moisture-wicking, anti-microbial material. Additionally, they're showing the Crossover short, that doubles as both a casual short and a riding short. Featuring stretching cotton, the shorts have two rear pockets w/ velcro enclosures and two front pockets, just like you'd find on a typical pair of casual shorts. There are more 661 goods to be launched in the near future, too. For more information, visit SixSixOne.com
UPDATE: Kyle Strait qualified 3rd in Dual Slalom on these wheels today. Racing in a few hours. Novatec debuted their new Factor Carbon wheel at Sea Otter this weekend. Past Sea Otter Dual Slalom winner and all around beefcake, Kyle Strait, will be racing slalom on them in a matter of hours. The tubeless ready rims feature a 23mm internal width, 13mm height and uni-directional carbon lay up for maximum stiffness. The Novatec hubs feature 240 points of engagement and a 4-in-1 axle system for various all contemporary axle sizes. Fall availability is the word on the street and they'll...
SR Suntour shows off their updated fork line at Sea Otter. The air-sprung Epicon model is now available for 26, 27.5 or 29-inch wheels, features 32mm stanchions, magnesium lowers, 15mm thru-axle and either a remote lock-out or crown lock-out option. You can also get the fork with or without low-speed compression adjustment. The biggest news coming out of SR Suntour is the announcement of the Auron enduro/all-mountain fork. The forks are air-sprung and built around 34mm stanchions achieving up to 160mm of travel. The damper options feature low-speed compression adjustment, hi and lo-speed compression adjustment or remote lock out option...