PNW Components

We’ve been big fans of the original PNW Components Loam dropper ever since it was first introduced in 2020. Adjustable, affordable, and reliable, it has always had a lot going for it. Five years down the line, and PNW figured they could do even better – meet the Loam Gen 2. We've had a test sample out on the trails for a couple of months now, here's what we think of it. PNW Components Loam Gen 2 Dropper Highlights PNW Dual-Chamber Sealed Cartridge Internal cable routing DIAMETERS: 30.9mm, 31.6mm. 34.9mm TRAVEL: 125mm, 150mm, 175mm, 200mm, 225mm STANCHION DIAMETER: 30.9mm & 31.6mm: 26mm, 34.9...

When PNW Components launched the first generation of the Loam flat pedal, we were initially taken aback by the somewhat unusual shape and lack of pronounced concavity, but we were then quickly won over by the actual performance of the pedal out on the trails. The all-new Gen 2 version builds on the same general shape as its predecessor, but it has been reworked in every aspect to further improve on its performance and serviceability. The pedal hits the market today, but we’ve been testing it for a month or so already, so we can tell you all about how it has turned out. Strengths Weaknesses...

Looking back over the past 20 years or so, the dropper post has to be our favorite bike industry invention during that time…or maybe even ever. No other single component advancement has had such a profound impact on how you ride your bike on a trail, aside from maybe the whole concept of suspension. Being able to drop and raise your post at a moment’s notice adds a whole new dimension of “flow” to your riding. But what do you do if you don’t have access to the latest and greatest in terms of frame design and features? If you are a shorter rider, many modern posts will be too long to fit you...