Frostbike Archives

FB17: K-EDGE gets lighter with new aluminum Race Mounts

Just a few months since we last saw them, K-EDGE is back with another new mount. This time they’re targeting the opposite end of the…

Written by Zach Overholt February 25, 2017

FB17: Park Tool TS-4 is the truing stand we need for growing wheels and tires

When I first started working in a shop, the Park Tool truing stands in the back might have been older than I was. Eventually, mountain…

Written by Zach Overholt February 24, 2017

FB17: Jagwire cuts derailleur housing weight in half with new XEX-SL

You may not give it much thought, but your derailleur housing plays an important role in the quality of shifting of your bike. For the…

Written by Zach Overholt February 24, 2017

FB17: Wolf Tooth Components adds 46t GCX for SRAM cassettes, braze-on GnarWolf chainguide, prototype high direct mount

SRAM Eagle might be the hot new group, but there are a lot more riders out there who are still running 11 speed SRAM groups.…

Written by Zach Overholt February 20, 2017

FB17: 27.5 x 2.6″ tires start rolling in from Maxxis, Teravail kicks off all new tire line with Plus MTB

Michelin wasn’t the only company showcasing new treads in the middle sized 2.6″ width at Frostbike this year. Maxxis also had two new options in…

Written by Zach Overholt February 20, 2017

FB17: Michelin teases new mountain bike tire range

Last year around this time, Michelin impressed us with the new Power road tire family. Diving deep into new rubber compount technology, casing improvements and…

Written by Zach Overholt February 20, 2017

Whisky Parts Co. showcases new parts with Six Select Custom bikes

Instead of posting up all of their new parts in a booth on their own this year, Whisky Parts Co. had another idea in mind.…

Written by Zach Overholt March 23, 2016

Civia relaunches with renewed focus on comfortable, affordable, stylish city bikes

There was a point that the bikes from Civia Cycles were some of the most well equipped city bikes you could buy. Built with wooden…

Written by Zach Overholt March 17, 2016

Problem Solvers takes the trouble out of tubeless valves, new MisMatch adapter, MSW tire stand & more

We’ve all probably been there. You go to inflate your tires, and the tubeless valve starts to spin and starts leaking air and sealant. Some…

Written by Zach Overholt March 01, 2016

Wet and gnarly trails call for new Maxxis Forekaster 29er mountain bike tire

As a little tease of what’s promised to be a number of new tires to come, Maxxis was showing their new Forekaster at Frostbike. If…

Written by Zach Overholt March 01, 2016

issi Flips for new dual sided commuter pedals, sprints in with Keo compatible road pedal

This year at Frostbike, issi unveiled two new pedal platforms that are sure to please both dealers and consumers. At this point we’ve had the…

Written by Zach Overholt March 01, 2016

Gluten Free Honey Stinger Waffles and Protein Chews are now a thing, Clif Bar squeezes into Oatmeal

If you’re one of the few who have to eat a gluten free diet due to health reasons, there’s good news and bad news. The bad…

Written by Zach Overholt March 01, 2016

Jagwire attracts mechanics with new dual magnetic Pro Internal Routing Tool

Depending on the frame, internal routing can be a nightmare. Sure, once it’s installed it looks clean and can keep the cables sheltered from dirt…

Written by Zach Overholt February 29, 2016

The Heller Shagamaw Plus Bike gets two sets of wheels instead of legs, and new Manitou Machete Plus fork!

After announcing their first bike last year, Heller is at it again with an affordable carbon mountain bike. This time they have turned their…

Written by Zach Overholt February 26, 2016

All-City gives the new 27.5″ Log Lady single speed MTB the full reveal

Admit it. The new Log Lady is a looker. A far cry from many of the technologically advanced marvels that are typically screaming for attention,…

Written by Zach Overholt February 25, 2016

All-City rolls in the Log Lady – an aggressive geo, singlespeed, rigid mountain bike

Just days before we set off for the trip up north to check out what’s new at QBP for Frostbike, product announcements are already rolling…

Written by Zach Overholt February 22, 2016

Biketoberfest 2015: QBP Celebrates Lancaster Facility with first Dealer Show, Reno’s Next

Dealer or not, QBP’s latest moves are worth paying attention to. Obviously, for dealers of QBP (Quality Bicycle Products), the opening of new distribution centers…

Written by Zach Overholt October 22, 2015

Eurobike Coverage Review – Week #2: Chosen goes for 12 Speeds, Cippollini Gets Aero, DT Swiss & HED Get Wider and MORE!

Welcome back to Eurobike coverage part deux! With more categories to cover than ever, this year’s show was huge and kept us on our toes…

Written by Trey Richardson September 12, 2015

Frostbike Roundup 2: Bikes, Clothes, Grips, and more

Continuing on with Frostbike coverage, TRP was on hand with the final production version of their carbon cross fork. Most of the fork’s specifications were…

Written by Zach Overholt March 05, 2015

Hands on with the Hope Crankset, Plus New Fat Bike Spindle and Boost 148 Hub

After teasing us with the beautifully machined and anodized crank arms at a few different trade shows, Hope finally released their new crankset earlier this…

Written by Zach Overholt March 04, 2015

Frostbike Roundup: Tires, Tubeless Accessories, Hubs, Rims and More

Judging by the amount of new product at Frostbike this year, 2015 should be a good one for both consumers and retailers. Even if brands…

Written by Zach Overholt March 03, 2015

Pedro’s Goes Green with New Bike Care Products, Plus 10 New Hand Tools

Given the fact that Pedro’s NA is based in Boston, MA it’s impressive they even made it to Frostbike given the huge amounts of snow…

Written by Zach Overholt March 03, 2015

Five Ten Freshens Casual Line, Updates Freerider Contact, Kestrel Clipless Shipping Soon

Even when they’re not on the trails, there is a good chance you can pick out a mountain biker by their footwear. That may not…

Written by Zach Overholt March 03, 2015

JoeBlow Gets Fat Over Winter, New Floor Plump Dials in PSI Under 30

Judging by all the fat bike specific product popping up, you might think you would need all new everything to get your fat bike fix.…

Written by Zach Overholt March 02, 2015

Challenge Adds Wider MTB Two Tubular, Effetto Mariposa Develops Revolutionary Carogna Tubular Tape

Tubulars might not be the first thing on your mind for mountain bike tires, unless you’re a racer. Even then the number of mountain bikers running…

Written by Zach Overholt March 02, 2015

Velo Orange Adds Disc Brake Grand Cru Touring Hubs, Plus Nalgene Compatible Mojave Cage

Even if you’re unsure of the need for disc brakes on your touring rig, it’s nice to have options. Options like the new Grand…

Written by Zach Overholt March 02, 2015

Vision Introduces Trimax Road Bar, Affordable Team 25 Wheels, Limited Edition Yellow ‘Shark’ FSA K-Force Kit Preorder

When Vision introduced the Metron 4D, the Aero Ergo flat top riser bar was loved for its comfort. However, the bar did place riders in…

Written by Zach Overholt February 27, 2015

Reworked iSSi Pedals Offer Improved Release Angle, SPD Compatibility, and New Colors

First introduced at Frostbike 2014, iSSi was back at Frostbike 2015 with a reworked line up offering better performance across the board. For the first…

Written by Zach Overholt February 26, 2015