Logan Watts

Shimano has entered its thick-rotor era. Its new 2.2mm rotors are significantly beefier than the company’s previous offerings and even surpass SRAM’s popular HS2 design, promising improved durability, more consistent braking performance, and reduced hand fatigue. Though they’re aimed at more aggressive mountain biking segments, the move could be good news for anyone tired of bent rotors and inconsistent brake feel on long descents. See details here…

Ahead of tomorrow’s 2026 Tour Divide grand depart, we updated our route page with the official 2026 Tour Divide route, the latest detours, downloadable GPS files, and a comprehensive POI dataset to help racers, dot-watchers, and dreamers follow along. Find details here…

After we posted part one of our Tour Divide Rigs, this video bike check popped up in our YouTube feed, offering a more detailed look at one of the rigs that caught our attention. Learn more about Adam Lazor’s purpose-built Santa Cruz Highball that blends race-ready efficiency with bikepacking practicality here…

Revelate Designs helped define the modern handlebar harness nearly two decades ago, so when the Alaskan brand finally released its first rigid cradle, expectations were high. After several overnighters and some rough trail miles, the new Hammerhead Harness proved that there’s still room to improve in this category. Find our full review here…

What do we actually want from a mountain bike? After hundreds of miles on the Neuhaus Solstice, Logan kept arriving at the same answer. It didn’t involve a certain spec sheet or a particular geometry, but something far simpler. Read on for his full review of the Neuhaus Solstice, an uncomplicated steel hardtail that quietly excels at many things…

While not exactly a new product, a friend recently sent us a photo of the quirky GSI Spork + Sticks Utensil, and we thought it was worth sharing. Find details on the unconventional camp kitchen implement here…

Our friend Darwin from the “Darwin onthetrail” YouTube channel recently released a video sharing his thoughts on why bikepacking is better than backpacking. Watch it here…

Options have historically been slim for riders searching for a rigid replacement fork for a modern hardtail, especially in steel. The new Esker Fork Yeah! aims to fill that gap with a suspension-corrected steel option built around modern geometry, generous tire clearance, and plenty of mounts for cargo, racks, and long days out. See details here…

We’re making more investments in route development and supporting our global network of route creators. Get to know our new full-time Routes Director, Daniel Jessee, and find updates on a few exciting projects we have in the pipeline here…

The 2027 Santa Cruz Tallboy drops weight and gets increased rear travel with an all-new four-bar suspension layout. Santa Cruz claims it climbs with less compromise and delivers more composure and traction when the trail points down. To mark the launch, Ben Hildred and Ruth Holcomb took it deep into New Zealand’s iconic Old Ghost Road. Watch the video and find details here…

Yesterday, we rolled out a fresh batch of merchandise to our members, including new tees, bottles, and some restocked hats, stickers, and patches. A few pieces went quickly, but there’s still plenty available, and we’re now opening it up to all readers. Find details and link to the shop here…

The all-new Tailfin Journey Rack distills the brand’s signature quick-release system into a more open, adaptable platform that works just as well with your existing gear as it does within Tailfin’s own ecosystem. With two versions and several add-ons, it offers many possibilities. We put it through its paces prior to launch for this full review…