Singletrack/MTB
Gravel/All-road
Dirt-road Touring
Fat-bike
Miles Arbour
Associate Editor & Events Manager
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Say Hello to the Bearclaw TOWMAK and HARDTAIL MOUNTAIN BIKE
17 Dec 1 Miles Arbour / DispatchBearclaw just added two new bikes to their lineup: a drop bar fat bike called TŌWMAK and HARDTAiL MOUNTAiN BiKE, which is exactly what you’d think. Learn more about both here.
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2021 Jamis Komodo and Dragon Completely Redesigned
13 Nov 30 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe latest Jamis Komodo has been completely revamped with a longer 140mm travel fork, clearance for 29 x 2.6″ tires, and geometry updates that suit aggressive, all-mountain riding. The 2021 Jamis Dragon, which is replacing the Dragonfly and Dragonslayer, offers a similar package but is based around a Reynolds Steel frame. Learn more here…
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Leatt DBX 5.0 and DBX 3.0 Shoes Review
5 Nov 27 Miles Arbour / ApparelMiles has been testing a pair of Leatt 5.0 DBX clipless shoes and DBX 3.0 flat shoes on British Columbia’s trails throughout the fall to see what they’re all about. Find his thoughts on both here…
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Ergon’s Limited Edition Oil Slick Clamps
6 Nov 25 Miles Arbour / DispatchErgon released a limited edition run of “oil slick” grip clamps that are compatible with a number of their popular grips. Learn more here…
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Introducing the new Esker Cycles Japhy
17 Nov 25 Miles Arbour / DispatchEsker Cycles just released their newest steel hardtail, the Japhy. It’s built up around 29+ tires, a 120mm travel fork, and geometry suited for riding your local singletrack and backcountry adventures. Find photos, specs, and build kit details here…
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Last Call: Filmed by Bike BIPOC Filmmaker Grant
1 Nov 24 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe deadline for Filmed by Bike’s BIPOC Filmmaker Grant is just a week away! Read on to learn how to apply for or donate to this new program designed to support and share bicycle stories from filmmakers who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color…
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2021 Rocky Mountain Solo Gets New Paint
5 Nov 23 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe 2021 Rocky Mountain Solo, their adventure gravel bike, was recently updated with new colours, builds, and prices. Find all the details here…
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Esker Cycles Hayduke in Stock with new Build Specs
25 Nov 20 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe Esker Cycles Hayduke is back in stock with updated build specs that include a 140mm travel fork and a dedicated 27.5″ platform. Find a breakdown of the different builds and price points here…
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2021 Surly Karate Monkey in High Fiber Green and Fool’s Gold
23 Nov 19 Miles Arbour / DispatchSurly just announced their 2021 Surly Karate Monkey, which includes a suspension build in High-Fiber Green and fully rigid version in Fool’s Gold. Find photos and complete build kits here…
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Spurcycle’s Sapphire Bell Supports Bicycle Non-Profits
2 Nov 18 Miles Arbour / DispatchSpurcycle is donating $25 from each of the new, limited edition, Sapphire Bells directly to two bicycle non-profits—and they are expected to go quickly. Learn more here…
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New Chrome Industries Doubletrack Bags
2 Nov 18 Miles Arbour / DispatchAnnounced today, Chrome’s new Doubletrack Bag series features a magnetic-closure handlebar sling and a multifunctional stem bag that we’ve been testing out for the last week. Learn more here…
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Emily’s Kona Hei Hei: The Evolution Continues
30 Nov 18 Miles Arbour / Bikepacking BikesFrom commuting to bikepacking and now more technical trail riding, Emily retired her trusty 26+ steel Jamis Dragonfly in exchange for a more trail-friendly Kona Hei Hei. Read on for her thoughts on why the new ride has been important to her skill development and our recent move to BC’s Sunshine Coast…
