Nic Morales

The new Utah Trail Network is a proposed public works project that spans 3,100 miles. With the goal of connecting Utah through car-free infrastructure, this network could provide access to many existing bikepacking routes. Learn more here…

The Stinner Photo Stick 2.0 is a new and improved version of their bike-specific titanium photo stick, said to be even stronger than prior iterations thanks to a 3D-printed yolk. For more on this new tool, check out the details below…

Randi Jo Fabrications just launched two new colors for their tropical weight wool caps and updated the earflap colors on all of their flip-up caps. Check out the latest from the beloved Oregon-made brand below…

The Bomtrack Beyond+ Midtail is an upcoming suspension-corrected, cargo-ready bike from the German company that includes a few interesting features. With a kickstand and integrated rear rack, the Beyond+ Midtail makes sense for long tours and trips to the grocery store alike…

The Wizard Works Leyline is a new collaboration with Brompton that features an attachment made specifically for their folding bikes, 25 liters of waterproof storage, and off-bike carrying capacity. Dive into the details on this new bag below…

The Cane Creek chainrings are a new offering from the North Carolina-based company that promises a universal profile, SRAM and Shimano drivetrain compatibility, and multiple tooth and offset sizes. Read on for more on this new component…

The new Old Man Mountain 5L Hemlock bags come in two iterations: one with their signature FLiP attachment and the other as a traditional dry bag. For more on these new bags, check out the specifics below…

With experience on the big four, Nic started thinking about a question that seemed rather simple: what is the best bike frame material? Talking to some industry professionals, he contrasted his experiences on each one to try and provide an informed answer on which might serve you best…

The Terra Artica GTX is a winter boot from Fizik that features a waterproof construction, fleece lining, is PFAS-free, and is as stiff as their other clipless offerings. For more on this shoe and the new Desert color, dig into the details below…

With the release of their new rack-and-bag system comes the Tailfin Speedpack guide, a helpful and informative video that runs through all the facts and features of the new Speedpack. For more on Tailfin’s latest tech video, read on below…

The aluminum Kona Hei Hei and Libre are the latest additions to the brand’s lineup of more approachable iterations of its flagship carbon models. For more on the release of these two new alloy bikes, dive into the details below…

The Sour Bikes Party Dome is an homage to Kona’s 1996 Lava Dome that served as a special showpiece at this year’s Bespoked show in Dresden. For more on this interesting Pasta Party hardtail build, check out the details below…