The U.P.PER. CONCE.PT Bike was announced earlier this summer. The first new frame to launch from Open Cycle is a concept bike, highlighting the new…
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New Specialized Stumpjumper 15
A new Stumpjumper 15 is here to eliminate every compromise in trail riding. According to Specialized, this Stumpjumper does it all. Want to tackle bumps…
Trek Checkmate and Checkpoint
Trek Checkmate and Checkpoint are two new gravel bikes unveiled this week. Both are designed for off-road adventures. The all-new Checkmate SLR is Trek’s first…
BMC URS Gravel Bikes
BMC URS gravel bikes launched this week, fresh on the heels of the BMC Road Machine. With this new release, BMC invites riders to break…
Trek BellBeats
Trek BellBeats – a digital bell, Bluetooth speaker, and a whole lot of fun in one package. Trek collaborated with top audio experts and sound…
Gorewear Endure Any Weather
Gorewear Endure for any weather. Thunderstorms last night reminded me about getting caught out riding in the mountains. And, how I have the gear from…
Big News from SRAM
Big news from SRAM today, and for the best take on it, I’m sharing what Open Cycle has to say. The new “uber-group” for gravel:…
Curious Creatures Vulvarine Shorts
Curious Creatures Vulvarine Shorts were worn this season by Cicely Newman, a Methow Cycling Team athlete. I’ve been wearing CC ever since they sent me…
Saris Tailgate Pad Large 6 Bike
A Saris Tailgate Pad Large, 6 bike is being used by my riding buddy, Jeremy Newman from Intrinsic Design. After using it for a few…
Saris Modular Hitch System
The Saris Modular Hitch System (MHS) is on my EV when I head to the trailhead. With the current heat and smoke, I’ve been riding…