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Crankbrothers Synthesis E Alloy Wheels (product)

Crankbrothers Synthesis E11 Carbon Wheelset (product)

The Good:

Weight
Pins (grip)
Comfort of platform shape
Price
Thinness

The Bad:

None yet only owned a month

Overall Review: Really nice . First time I’ve gone plastic (weight and price). Replaced some twice price uncomfortable HT AE03 Alloy Pedals which felt horrible and the bearings/bushings didn’t hold up.

Posted by rEs on 9/27/2020 9:57 PM

SILENT, INSTANT - New BOX Stealth Hubs (feature story)

Posted by sspomer on 9/2/2020 1:58 PM

100% Hydromatic Jacket (product)

e*thirteen TRS Race SL Carbon (2018) Wheelset (product)

e*thirteen TRS (2018) Tires (product)

e*thirteen TRS+ 11-Speed (Gen 1) Cassette (product)

Featuring 38mm stanchions and travel lengths up to 190mm, it's clear the all-new RockShox ZEB is ready for business. As enduro race bikes gain additional travel and courses get rowdier, demands on forks increase. The same is true in the rapidly evolving eMTB space. The ZEB looks to meet those ne...

Posted by bturman on 7/7/2020 5:38 AM

RockShox ZEB Ultimate Fork (product)

MEGA Range: SRAM Eagle Goes to 52 Teeth (feature story)

Posted by bturman on 6/11/2020 7:00 AM

A New Direction: 2020 Troy Lee Designs Women's Gear (feature story)

Posted by csteen on 5/24/2020 7:21 PM

Brand new halo products don't come around often, and when they do it's worth taking note. The Manifest Spherical represents countless hours of design and thorough vetting in the Dome – Giro and Bell's widely regarded test lab. It has a two-piece EPS liner with progressive layering to bett...

Posted by TrailPeek on 5/7/2020 12:11 AM

Giro Manifest Spherical Helmet (product)

TRP Releases DH-R EVO Brakes - FIRST RIDE (feature story)

Posted by sspomer on 5/5/2020 9:49 AM

First Ride: Leatt DBX 2.0 and 3.0 Flat Pedal Shoes (feature story)

Posted by iceman2058 on 3/3/2020 3:08 AM

Last year Crankbrothers introduced the Synthesis line of carbon wheels, and in doing so they really brought to light how some added compliance in a front wheel can be a very beneficial thing. Pair that with a stiffer rear wheel and you get a bike that simply rides better through most mountain...

Posted by bturman on 2/11/2020 8:50 AM

7iDP Sam Hill Knee Pad (product)

Earlier this year we had the opportunity to spend some time aboard Zipp’s 3ZERO MOTO wheelset. While our initial impressions were mostly positive, we knew that a more thorough test was required to offer an educated opinion on whether or not Zipp’s claims of compliance and traction were marketing...

Posted by hurricanejoel on 12/13/2019 10:28 AM

The Good:

Fit is outstanding, comfortable, solid protection

The Bad:

They rip easy, firm when cold.

Overall Review: I have no issues going on a 4 hour ride with these on, provided it is not too hot. They stay in place and seem to provide a good level of protection for trail and enduro riding. I haven't put that claim to use yet though.  They are also super easy to clean.  I've had these for a year, ...

Posted by jasbushey on 12/10/2019 8:16 AM

The Good:

So Comfortable that I wear them on every ride, Stay put, Pedal friendly, Good coverage and protection for as light as they are. Have proven to be very durable.

The Bad:

Can be stiff until they warm up in colder weather. Protection isn’t as good as beefier pads.

Overall Review: I’ve had these pads for over a year now. I have crashed many times with them.  My new bike has given me loads of confidence which has lead to some brutal crashes.  Tomahawking through rock gardens high speed slide outs dead mans you name it. These pads brushed off most hits without fau...

Posted by TheRealist on 11/27/2019 8:22 AM

Öhlins TTX22M Rear Shock (product)

"Made for Fun" is an Understatement - 2020 Marin Rift Zone Carbon First Ride (feature story)

Posted by sspomer on 11/19/2019 7:53 AM

The Good:

Wide platform, concave shape, light weight, great price

The Bad:

Not alloy if you don't get along with composites

Overall Review: I first learned of the Wah Wah 2's when I was researching Catalyst pedals. I've been riding flats exclusively for over 15 years and wanted a wider platform for more power and support. As a lighter rider (145lbs, 150-155 kitted up) and somewhat of a weight weenie, I didn't want the weight penalty...

Posted by missinglink on 11/10/2019 11:28 AM

RockShox Reverb 1X Remote (product)

RockShox Pike - 2018 Fork with Charger 2 Damper (product)

The Good:

Durability, Adjustable, Lots of Colors, Lots of Support

The Bad:

Difficult To Set Up, Paint Quality

Overall Review: For the past couple of years now I have been always a flat pedal rider. They better suited my riding styles as I spend most of my time hitting jumps. Over the past year, I have been spending more time racing and riding rougher trails and I started to look into the benefits of clipless pedals. Fi...

Posted by AlexTeo on 10/27/2019 10:52 AM

SRAM GX Eagle Rear Derailleur (product)

SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc Brake Set (product)

The Good:

Lightweight
Comfortable to wear all day
Never slides around
Comfortable to pedal in

The Bad:

Not as durable as a full blown downhill knee pad
A bit pricey

Overall Review: I got these to wear on some of my local trail rides so that I had a little more protection and was able to push a bit harder. I’ve worn these all summer and even in Kentucky’s 90 degree weather plus humidity I was able to wear these all day comfortably. Even in the heat I forgot they were on and...

Posted by jaturner1024 on 9/13/2019 6:34 PM