Singletrack/MTB
Gravel/All-road
Dirt-road Touring
Fat-bike
Miles Arbour
Associate Editor & Events Manager
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New Shimano Deore 11-speed Gets Wide Range 11-51T cassette + 10-speed Updates
30 May 7 Miles Arbour / DispatchAlongside Shimano’s announcement of their new Deore 12-Speed components came updates to Deore 11 and 10-Speed drivetrains. Find all the details and photos here…
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Ultra-Endurance Racing Goes Digital: Bandok Virtual Events
2 May 6 Miles Arbour / DispatchWorried about missing out on your 2020 bikepacking event plans? Bandók Virtual Events is a new online platform that allows you to participate in ultra-endurance events around the world from the comfort of home. Learn all about this interesting new service here…
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The New PNW Shifty Lever: Shifting Glamorized
1 May 5 Miles Arbour / DispatchLooking to spruce up your Sram X01 and XX1 shifter with some color and a better thumb pad? The new PNW Shifty Lever does exactly that, all while matching the PNW Loam dropper post lever for those using it. Find details and photos here…
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Hutchinson’s New Touareg Gravel Tire
1 May 5 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe new Hutchinson Touareg gravel tire is designed to excel during off-road adventures, and comes in both 700c and 650b sizes. Find all the details and photos here…
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Ergon SMC Sport Gel Saddle: First Ride Review
30 May 4 Miles Arbour / Bikepacking GearErgon’s newly announced SMC MTB Comfort Series saddles are specifically designed to solve long-ride comfort problems for mountain bikers and bikepackers alike. Here are Miles’ first impressions after a handful of rides on the Men’s SMC Sport Gel Saddle. Find all the details and photos here…
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The BogeWorks Ransack: Made in Seattle
1 May 4 Miles Arbour / DispatchThe BogeWorks Ransack is a one of a kind bolt-on rack bag designed specifically for a handmade steel commuter and a custom aluminum front rack. Here’s a quick look at this unique bag, including words from BogeWorks’ owner, Bryce Kirk….
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Becoming Ruby (Film)
6 May 1 Miles Arbour / DispatchPatagonia’s latest film, Becoming Ruby, is about inclusion, identity and hand-drawn heroes—starring mountain biker, skier, and artist Brooklyn Bell. Watch the full film here…
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DZR Announces New S24O Shoes
1 Apr 30 Miles Arbour / DispatchSan Francisco-based DZR has announced some new shoes for spring 2020, including the S24O—a mid top clipless cycling shoe with some understated technical features. Find the details and photos here…
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New Farr Arm Rest Kit and Aero Storage Bag
9 Apr 29 Miles Arbour / DispatchJust announced, the new Farr Arm Rest Kit provides forearm support for their Carbon Aero Bolt-On extension. Find out more about the kit here, plus details on Farr’s new Aero Storage Bag…
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2020 Ritchey Outback Review
108 Apr 28 Miles Arbour / Bikepacking BikesReleased this morning, the updated 2020 Ritchey Outback has more mounts, revised geometry, and clearance for 650b x 2.0” tires. We were lucky enough to get one a few weeks ago and have put together a full review to coincide with today’s launch. Miles spent that time cruising Vancouver Island’s dreamy gravel and dirt for this exclusive first look. Find Miles’ thoughts and lots of photos here…
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New Dyneema Tarptent Double Rainbow Li Tent
25 Apr 24 Miles Arbour / DispatchAnnounced today, the new Tarptent Double Rainbow Li is an ultralight Dyneema version of their best-selling Double Rainbow tent. The tent weighs just 765 grams while still being completely weather and bug proof. Find details, a video, and photos here…
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Introducing the new Bassi Bikes Hog’s Back
25 Apr 23 Miles Arbour / DispatchIntroducing the Bassi Bikes Hog’s Back, a steel all-road touring bike that’s equally happy loaded down with a month’s worth of gear as it is running errands around town. We’ve put together a detailed first look with help from Bassi Bikes’ owner Julian Gammon, including photos and an interview to learn more about his company. Learn more here…
