Clothes & Gear Reviews Archives

Restrap Utility Hip Pack & Rolltop Backpack, Versatile Travel Packs: First Look

Restrap debuts a new versatile Rolltop Backpacks & great little transformer Utility Hip Pack in new Travel Range for on- and off-bike carrying…

Written by Cory Benson September 01, 2023

Adidas SP0057 Sunglasses Review: Versatile, Protective Eye Coverage

The right pair of sunglasses can reduce eye strain in bright sunshine or rapidly changing light conditions. Even more important though, they can keep your…

Written by Steve Fisher August 23, 2023

Feedback Range Click Torque Wrench Makes Bike Fixing Precise, Reflex Makes It Portable!

Feedback Sports upgrades bike tools with shop-quality Range Click Torque Wrench or compact Reflex Fixed Torque Ratchet kit for mid-ride repairs…

Written by Cory Benson August 01, 2023

Liv Rail Helmet Boasts MIPS Air Node Liner for Lightweight Trail Protection | Review

The Liv Rail MIPS helmet is, without a shadow of a doubt, the brand’s most premium off-road helmet to date, featuring the lightweight MIPS Air…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan July 20, 2023

Schwalbe Pro One Aero Shapes Front- & Rear-Specific Road Bike Tires for 20% More Speed

Schwalbe all-new Pro One Aero is their fastest road racing tire yet, with front- & rear-specific shape, rubber & protection…

Written by Cory Benson July 17, 2023

Summer shredding with Endura MT500 MIPS helmet, Singletrack Core Tee II & Lite Shorts

While we mountain bikers are a tough bunch, comfort is always of key importance when you’re out on the trails. This spring I received Endura’s…

Written by Steve Fisher July 05, 2023

Lazer Cage KinetiCore Full Face Helmet Strikes Good Balance | Review

Last year, Lazer introduced an all-new rotational impact protection technology for their range of on- and off-road helmets. The KinetiCore concept actually removes energy-absorbing EPS…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan June 29, 2023

Stomp Lox Slack, a Bicycle Shoe for the Rest of Us

I have a confession… I love me some Ronnie Romance (aka Turbo Romance, Ultra Romance, Papi, or Ultranicus). His ability to not take himself or…

Written by Ron Frazelle June 16, 2023

Review: The $200 ABUS CliffHanger MIPS MTB Helmet

ABUS will be 100 years old come 2024; the family-owned German company made its name in security, manufacturing locks for buildings first, followed by locks…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan May 30, 2023

All-New KASK Elemento Aero Helmet Could Be The One For All Disciplines

KASK’s new aero road helmet has been hiding in plain sight for months. We’ve seen it protecting the heads of the INEOS Grenadiers on the…

Written by Jordan Villella May 17, 2023

The Best Mountain Bike Helmets of 2023

A quality helmet is the most important piece of gear you can wear during any type of cycling, and this is especially true when mountain…

Written by Jeremy Benson May 15, 2023

Velocio Ultralight Rain Jacket & Alpha Long Sleeve Jersey Team Up for Cooler Rides

In the midst of winter, I got the offer to try out Velocio’s Ultralight Rain jacket and Alpha Long Sleeve jersey. With their slim, lightweight…

Written by Steve Fisher May 11, 2023

Quoc + Restrap = Post-Ride Bikepacking Sandals: Review

Quoc & Restrap team up to make the perfect post-ride adventure shoes – an ultralight pair of strap-on sandals that can attach to your bikepacking…

Written by Cory Benson May 04, 2023

Pas Normal Studios Dials Up Mechanism Pro Race-Ready Cycling Kit – Review

Pas Normal Studios debuts all-new lightweight Mechanism Pro road race-ready cycling kit, with some of the best fit & performance we’ve ever ridden…

Written by Cory Benson May 03, 2023

Lazer Coyote Kineticore Helmet Review: Impressive Performance for the Price

As riding season is ramping up in the Northern Hemisphere, you might find yourself looking for a new helmet. There are countless models out there…

Written by Zach Overholt April 18, 2023

Quoc Gran Tourer Shoes go XC, Escape Road & Off-Road at Lower Price, plus Lala Slides

Quoc’s new Lalashan Collection transforms popular Gran Tourer with race-ready XC sole, adds affordable Escape Road & Off-road shoes, plus Lala slides post-ride sandals…

Written by Cory Benson April 12, 2023

The New Thousand Heritage 2.0 Helmet is More Ventilated, Visible, & Fits More Diverse Riders

There are a lot of race-focused helmets out there, but the helmets from Thousand take a much different approach. Designed to be stylish yet functional,…

Written by Zach Overholt April 06, 2023

HQ Tour: Fierce Hazel is Designing New True Grit Bike Bags in LA

When I first saw that Fierce Hazel was releasing their first line of on-the-bike bags, I looked up the company to learn more. It turns…

Written by Ron Frazelle April 03, 2023

Restrap Tool Pouch Carries All Your Spares in Heavy-Duty Mini Saddlebag – First Rides

Restrap’s new Tool Pouch adapts the classic compact saddlebag, packing just enough space for your regular ride spares & tools…

Written by Cory Benson April 03, 2023

Tailfin Top Tube Packs Offer Extra Bikepacking Storage for All Sizes & Preferences: Review

Tailfin Top Tube Packs offer three sizes and two closure types to haul more gear for more riders, even those with knee rub concerns.

Written by Cory Benson and Zach Overholt March 31, 2023

Rocking Socks & Sandals With the Bedrock Mountain Clogs

Based out of Missoula, Montana, Bedrock Sandals releases the perfect follow-up to its open-toed adventure sandal with the Mountain Clogs.

Written by Ron Frazelle March 25, 2023

7mesh WTV Chilco Anorak and Lizard Skins Monitor 3 SZN Gloves Make a Great Cold-Weather Combo

7mesh’s WTV Chilco Anorak and Lizard Skins’ Monitor 3 SZN gloves make a great combo for chilly fall, winter, and spring rides.

Written by Steve Fisher March 23, 2023

Northwave & Cape Epic pair up for Special Edition Rebel 3 x Epic Series XC MTB Shoes

Northwave started a new partnership supporting the Cape Epic and its Epic Series of multi-stage cross-country marathon mountain bike races last year, and is now…

Written by Cory Benson March 16, 2023

Specialized Recon ADV Shoe Laces Up for Adventure

If you’re looking for a gravel shoe that is lightweight, comfortable, and uses the classic shoe lace, the Specialized Recon ADV is here.

Written by Zach Overholt March 14, 2023

Leatt MTB Shoes Stick on New WaffleGrip Pro Rubber: HydrDri 7.0 & 3.0 Flat Pro Review

Review of Leatt waterproof HydrDri 7.0 & MTB 3.0 Flat Pro shoes: Revamped mountain bike shoes stick to platform pedals like glue with all-new WaffleGrip…

Written by Cory Benson March 08, 2023

Tifosi Rail XC First Look: Budget Sunglass Doesn’t Miss Marks

The Rail XC exhibits Tifosi’s “sunglasses for all” concept with a palatable price tag and a shallow shape to fit more wearers.

Written by Sam Anderson March 01, 2023

Review: Gore Lupra mountain bike jacket is perfect in it’s own special way

With a mix of windproof, water-resistant, and highly breathable stretch panels, the Gore Lupra has features that make it a nearly perfect mountain bike jacket.

Written by Tyler Benedict February 25, 2023