Miles Arbour

Remember the funky new Farr Headspace Stem we checked out last month? They just announced a more mountain bike-centric version for those running 35mm handlebars who prefer a short stem. We’ve been trying one out for the last week for this first look. Learn more here…

The Twin Six Standard Ti Rando 2.0 just received a major redesign. Pre-orders are open now, with special pricing through January 16th. The Ti Rando 2.0 now has thru-axles, flat mount disc brakes, a new dropout system, increased tire clearance, and more. Find all the details here…

Owned and operated by Shalom Zohari, Colorado-based Rocky Mountain Toast is a new bag maker that’s been working on some great new designs. We reached out to learn more about the company and their latest product, the Rackless Rando bag. Check it out here…

Nordest just announced an updated version of their chromoly steel Albarda 2 gravel frame, available as a frame only or as a frameset with a steel or carbon fork. Learn more here…

New Zealand-based Stealth Bike Bags just released a line of stock wedge-shaped frame bags, available in two sizes to suit either mountain bikes or road / gravel bikes. Find details here…

Velo Orange’s speedy, light-duty tourer, the Pass Hunter, has a classic look that’s been redesigned with modern features like a tapered head tube, thru-axles, and loads of mounting points. Learn more about it here…

New for 2021, Big Agnes just introduced a more environmentally friendly dying process that uses less water, energy, and harmful chemicals for some of their tent body and fly fabrics. Learn more about the solution dye process here…

This September, pro mountain bike racer Payson McElveen set out to challenge the record time on the 530-mile Colorado Trail. Discovery and Despair on the Colorado Trail documents his attempt to set a new fastest known time on the route. Find his complete gear list and watch the video here…

Announced earlier this fall, Schwalbe’s ultralight Aerothan Tubes are extremely packable, weigh about half as much as a standard tube, and are claimed to offer great puncture resistance. But are they worth the high price tag? We had a few sent over to find out…

Sometimes it takes quitting to realize you’ve still got some fight left in you. That’s exactly what happened to Kyle Roberts at this year’s GDT 400, a 400km route following the Great Dividing Trail in Victoria’s Goldfield Region, Australia. Find a reflection from Kyle and photos from several riders here…

Montreal-based Bassi Bikes just updated their classic steel touring bike, the Montreal, which is now in its third iteration. Plus, the Hog’s Back has been updated with two new color options. Learn more about both here…

Not wanting their old trade show banners to go to waste, Ritchey teamed up with California-based Jannd Mountaineering on a limited edition up-cycled hip pack. Check it out here…