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Logan Watts
Founding Editor
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2020 Trek Supercaliber “full” suspension with a Massive Frame Triangle
12 Sep 5 Logan Watts / DispatchThe 2020 Trek Supercaliber offers full suspension plus a full frame triangle, making it an interesting option for rides like the Tour Divide. What do you think?
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Five Passes, Five Films
15 Sep 5 Logan Watts / Bikepacking VideosThe PEdALED Silk Road Mountain Race team created five films to showcase five of the route’s spectacular high mountain passes. Each film combines the perspectives of locals with that of racers to tell the place’s complete story. Watch them all here and see a stunning photoset from each pass…
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The 2020 Salsa Fargo
35 Sep 5 Logan Watts / DispatchSalsa went back to the Fargo’s roots with the 2020 Apex 1 model, in more ways than one (kind of). The new model gets 2.2″ 29er Sparwood tires and (almost) retro paint and graphics…
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Zipp’s Service Course 70 XPLR Handlebar by the Numbers
20 Sep 4 Logan Watts / Bikepacking GearThe Zipp Service Course 70 XPLR is a new drop handlebar designed specifically for big mixed terrain rides, with comfort and gear hauling in mind. We had the chance to attend a presentation by Zipp about the bars and give the SL 70 XPLR a look. Here’s a set of photos and our initial takeaways…
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New Cane Creek Hellbender Bottom Bracket Claims Superior Durability
3 Sep 4 Logan Watts / DispatchCane Creek Cycling Components just announced the new Hellbender Bottom Bracket with Neo/MTRX bearings for strength and durability. Get the full scoop here…
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700c WTB ByWay Now Available!
13 Sep 3 Logan Watts / DispatchThe award winning WTB ByWay is now available in 700c x 44, 40, and 34mm sizes, with either black or tan sidewalls…
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Introducing the Rockgeist Dr. Jones Handlebar Bag and System
9 Sep 3 Logan Watts / DispatchBuilt for the Jones Loop H-Bar or similar handlebars, the new Rockgeist Dr. Jones handlebar system consists of a deep bag, clear-view top sleeve, and optional webbing net for extras. Here are pics and details…
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Box Prime 9: Wide-Range 1×9 (Eagle for Luddites)
77 Sep 2 Logan Watts / Bikepacking GearFeaturing a massive 11-50-tooth cassette, the new Box Prime 9 is a budget, wide-range 1×9 drivetrain that promises a narrower chainline, rugged components, and easy to find replacement parts (well, the chain, at least). We had a chance to give it a try prior to today’s launch. Here are our impressions and all the specs…
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Brooks x SRMR (film)
5 Sep 1 Logan Watts / Bikepacking VideosFilmmaker Cyril Chermin recently released this brilliant mini-documantary set in Kyrgyzstan during the Silk Road Mountain Race. The film blends footage of women riding the event with that of Kyrgyz women to look at important perspectives often overlooked in race coverage…
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Patagonia Releases Fair Trade Merino Bike Jersey
8 Aug 31 Logan Watts / DispatchPatagonia recently released the Merino Bike Jersey with a no-nonsense, cycling-specific cut and modest blend of recycled polyester for durability…
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Revelate Shrew Seat Bag Review
10 Aug 29 Logan Watts / Bikepacking BagsJust launched, the Revelate Shrew is their smallest seat bag yet and works with just two straps, on any seatpost and any bike. This compact creature is designed for day rides, full-suspension rigs with dropper posts (and not much room), or small riders looking a little extra packing capacity. Here’s our review…
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Easton Releases EC70 AX Carbon Wheels for $1199
0 Aug 28 Logan Watts / DispatchJust released, Easton’s EC70 AX wheelset features sufficiently wide carbon rims, 28 straight-pull spokes, and Easton’s own X5 hubs for $1,199…
