Posts in category gear and bike reviews

The Fuji Altamira CX 1.1 Disc is a carbon cyclocross bike built for racing. Will it help you ride like your initials are JP? We put it to the test.

The Kickstarter for Balint Hamvas’ 10th-Anniversary 2018/19 Cyclocross Photo Album is now open. Learn more about the album and how to support it.

The Canyon Grail CF SLX 8.0 Di2 carbon gravel bike has a unique handlebar, but how does it handle mixed terrain? We review the race-oriented gravel bike.

The steel Wabi Thunder singlespeed has a classic look and an adventure-focused design. Is it ready for the SSCXWC and big adventures? We put it to the test.

The Giro Code Techlace cyclocross and gravel shoes feature a lace/velcro hybrid for a snug fit. We put the shoes to the test for this review.

Ride gravel, cyclocross, mixed terrain and even singlespeed? Chumba’s drop bar Terlingua might be the perfect bike for you. We put it to the test.

With a quick conversion, the Audew Cordless Air Compressor is ready to inflate bike tires. We put the Audew unit to the cyclocross test this season.

Castelli has two new high-end jackets for ‘cross and gravel. Stay dry with the Irdo 2 rain jacket and warm with the Meccanico puffy jacket.

Looking for a bike lock you can use while making short stops while on a ride or commuting? The easy-to-use and transport OttoLock might do the trick.

No cyclocrosser or gravel rider will say no to a gift of waterproof socks. We look at options from Showers Pass and SealSkinz for staying warm and dry.

The Silca Sicuro titanium water bottle cage seeks to improve on other lightweight cages. Find out if this is the perfect gift for your favorite cyclist.

Part 1 of our 2018 Gift Guide for cyclists looks at the timeless gift of books. Here are 9 favorites about cyclocross, cycling and bikes. Hint: Share away!

The 24mm-wide Irwin Cycling AON GX 35 wheelset is designed for gravel/adventure riding. We put the high-volume wheelset to the test.

The Minoura Live Ride FG 200 Hybrid Roller is a portable trainer for race-day warm-ups. Is it up for your race-day warm-ups? We review.

New for the 2019 model year, Fuji has given its Jari a carbon makeover. We look at the new Jari Carbon 1.1 equipped for gravel and adventure riding.

The front rows of the UCI-categories provide a snapshot of brands and treads riders are using. We look at the tread and brand choices at the 2018 Pan-Ams.

Tubeless tires are having a good year with the Squid, Pivot/Maxxis and Garneau-Easton teams riding them. We look at the how and why of their success.

Mineral Design formed to produce portable bike tools. We put the Mini Bar multi-tool with removable bits in our jersey to see how it torques on the road.

Easton Cycling has released redesigned seatpost with its ISA technology and stem with ICM tech. Learn more about the new EC and EA series products.

We asked three mechanics about bearing, pulley and bottom bracket maintenance. Hear what Adam Rachubinski, Jeff Inman and Bill Marshall have to say.

Director Drew Coleman wants more cyclocross fans to see his State of Cyclocross shot on Super 8 film. Learn how you can book a screening near you.

The Warmfront Ultralight and Koselig are removable cycling chest warmers designed to keep you warm on cold days. We review the unique base layer.

Oakley has partnered with BioRacer to produce waterproof performance outerwear. We look at jackets and vests on display at Interbike.

100% is moving into the cyclocross market with athlete sponsorship. We look at its S2, Speedcraft Air and Glendale glasses and Celium 2 and Brisker gloves.

Wout van Aert, Sven Nys had access to the prototype Dugast Ernst mud tubular for a few seasons, but now it’s available to the rest of us. We take our first look.

Drew Coleman meditates on the State of Cyclocross in the U.S. with Super 8 film footage and athlete commentary. We review his film from Reno Nationals.

Lizard Skins, SQ Lab and Chamois Butt’r all make contact point products that help for cyclocross and gravel. We do a round-up from Interbike 2018.

Panaracer, IRC, Donnelly, Kenda, Challenge and Maxxis all had new cyclocross and gravel tires on display at Interbike 2018. We take a look at the rubber.

Thomson is giving its Elite stem and seatpost a makeover with a CeraKote ceramic coating. The new products will come in a “Jungle” colorway.

The FSA NS is a new alloy price-point tubeless clincher wheelset ready for gravel and high-volume cyclocross riding. We take a first look.