Posts in category gear and bike reviews

We ride and review a lot of products, but we’re not always on the latest and greatest. See some of our fave items that we’ve spent a lot of 2023 on.

Cyclocross season is upon us. Do you need a dedicated cyclocross race bike? The German company Bombtrack has one ready to race out of the box that we put to the test.

The Fezzari Shafer Comp GRX carbon gravel bike is a bargain for USD 2300. Is it the ideal bike for your adventures or racing? Read our review.

Looking for a performance off-road cycling shoe for cyclocross, gravel or mountain biking that fits? The Quoc Grand Tourer XC might fit the bill.

Challenge has heard the call from the masses for high-volume cyclocross tire options, and is releasing 38mm tubeless and tubular options, along with a Team Edition 33mm TLR tire.

Challenge adds a handmade Getaway XP TLR tire with “Xtra Protection” for the sharp rocks of events like Unbound Gravel. See what’s under the tread of this new tire.

What makes WTB’s new Gravelier saddle gravel-specific? We put the saddle, officially unveiled at Sea Otter 2023, to the test over the last month.

We take a detailed look at the new Lōgōs Components Epoché 700C carbon wheelset for road and gravel to learn what separates it from the competition.

Looking for something different in a gravel or adventure bike? We put the Nukeproof Digger to the test. See if it’s the bike for you.

Launched on the scene back in April, SEIDO Components is the new sister wheel brand to the German brand, Bombtrack Bicycle Co.

Inclement weather cycling is more comfortable with a good waterproof breathable rain jacket. What does your hard earned money get you? Is the low cost option a good one?

Do you get what you pay for in a cycling kit? We reviewed 3 pairs of thermal winter bib shorts in different price ranges to see.

We review the updated Cushcore Gravel/CX tubeless tire insert in Part 4 of our gravel and cyclocross tire insert series.

In our ongoing series of reviewing tire inserts, we bought a Vittoria Airliner to compare to our other reviewed inserts. See how it compares to Cushcore, Tannus and our DIY system.

T-LAB Introduces its new X3.22 gravel bike. We take a first look at the new titanium model the company calls “its best gravel bike ever.”

Tubeless tire inserts can improve the off-road ride experience. Does a DIY insert work? Is it worth your trouble? Read on to find out.

What are some of the choices for tubeless tire inserts and are they for you? In Part One of this series, we review the Tannus Armour Tubeless gravel insert.

The Evil Bikes Chamois Hagar is unique among gravel bikes in design and hype. Should it make your wish list? We put it to the test.

Sea Otter Classic 2022 had a lot of new products to show. Here is what caught our attention.

The Cannondale Supersix EVO CX replaces the venerable SuperX and intends to cover both cyclocross and gravel racing. Does it do a good job?

It’s a great time of year to upgrade the bike, toolbox and closet. See our editor’s picks for a few favorite cycling accessories.

Is the new Trek Boone only a race bike? Find out if it’s a good choice for your cyclocross and gravel racing adventures.

We take a first look at Wilier Triestina’s new Rave SLR gravel all-road racer complete with Campagnolo Ekar components.

American Classic is back! Its first product is affordable tubeless gravel tires. We took a close look at the 2021 Sea Otter Classic expo.

The new 2022 Specialized CruX has received a geometry tweak and gone on a diet. We break down the hype and hysteria behind the gravel and cyclocross labels.

We put the made-in-USA Industry Nine 1/1 GRCX wheels to the test. See if they should make your wish list.

We have tested and reviewed the Hutchinson Touareg Gravel tires. Find out if the new tire is right for your riding style and terrain.

We review the Redshift Sports Kitchen Sink Handlebar and new Shockstop Pro Stem. Should they grace your gravel or ‘cross bike?

Want to shed weight from your rig? Looking for faster wheels for cyclocross or gravel racing? Hoping to add some volume to your gravel tires? …

SRAM released of its new XPLR component line intended for riding drop bar bikes in the dirt. Are they ideal for gravel or cyclocross?