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Bontrager RSL Handlebar/Stem Released

by Byron Published July 8, 2021July 26, 2021

Just as I was considering upgrades to the Supercaliber, A Bontrager RSL Handlebar/Stem was announced by Trek. And, it looks amazing. RSL (Race Shop Limited)…

All-New District 4 from Trek

by Byron Published June 11, 2021June 11, 2021

An all-new District 4 from Trek is now available. For more fun and less hassle, the District 4 has a Gates CDX belt drive attached to…

Elite Direto XR Indoor Training during Covid

by Byron Published June 10, 2021June 10, 2021

Launched last year, we have been using the Elite Direto XR Indoor Trainer ever since the pandemic. At a premium price of $949, the Direto offers…

Kenevo Prime v Rokroot Premiere

by Byron Published May 28, 2021May 28, 2021

This week, Kenevo Prime v Rokroot premiered. The video, for Specialized’s new Kenevo SL electric mountain bike, answers the question What happens if the actual mountain…

Alchemy Redesigned Atlas Bikes

by Byron Published May 27, 2021May 27, 2021

Alchemy redesigned Atlas bikes are now shipping. Well, as soon as they get their build kits like everyone else. Altas is inspired by the Colorado…

I Get Knocked Down Documentary Trailer

by Byron Published May 27, 2021May 27, 2021

I Get Knocked Down, the story of a one hit wonder, is now a documentary. And, it premieres at Sheffield next month. The untold story…

A New York Spring with Gore Wear

by David Schloss Published May 14, 2021August 11, 2022

Ed note: our East Coast Editor spent a New York Spring with Gore Wear. Spring in New York State has always been odd—days alternate from…

Diamonds in the Sand: Cycling the Skeleton Coast

by Byron Published May 6, 2021May 6, 2021

Diamonds in the Sand is airing throughout May on Outside TV. This four-part documentary series is about Kate Leeming. She’s the first person to cycle…

What a Winter That Was 2021

by Byron Published April 27, 2021April 27, 2021

What a winter that was. And, before the last drifts of snow melt away, I wanted to share a few fat biking photos. If ever…

Sony 14mm F1.8 G Master Lens

by Byron Published April 23, 2021April 23, 2021

This week the release of the Sony 14mm F1.8 G Master lens was announced. I’m crossposting from Sony Mirrorless Pro because this is a lens…