the latest cyclocross products
Getting some tubeless tires to seat can be tricky, but the Blackburn Chamber tubeless floor pump is designed to help. We look at this canister-based pump to see if it can get your tires seated.
Crossmas comes early thanks to Ritchey’s giveaway of its top-shelf WCS products. Win a Streem II carbon handlebar, XC pedals or 1 of 3 pairs of Speedmax & Alpine JB Tires.
Williams Cycling has a long history in cyclocross and is now coming to local bike shops. We take a first look at its updated System 45 carbon tubeless clincher wheelset from Interbike 2017.
The Aeolus line of wheels has been a workhorse for Bontrager for years. We take a first look at the Aeolus 3 tubeless-ready carbon disc clincher wheelset. Full review to come after we put them to the test this fall.
Alto’s CTX40 carbon tubular cyclocross wheelset features a high-low flange design and customizable build. We take a first look in this product spotlight.
Minoura’s new Kagura wheel-on trainer offers both plugged-in smart and traditional magnetic resistance options. We take a look at this dual-function machine that may be useful for training and race-day warm-ups.
Bianchi’s Impulso Allroad and Orso steel bikes continue its tradition of off-road bikes. We take a look at these two new offerings from the famed Italian company.
WTB now offers its cyclocross and gravel tires in a classy tanwall casing. To celebrate, the company is giving away 10 pairs of tires for our lucky readers. Entering takes just a few seconds, and winners can choose the model.
Reliable tubeless tire setups require attention to the little details, including oft-neglected tubeless valves. We compare different takes on the tubeless valve from Orange Seal, Boyd, American Classic, Slime and more.
Specialized has redesigned the Terra and Tracer cyclocross tires, unveiling a completely new Tracer and more aggressive Terra, both with 38mm width options.
FMB pays homage to the famed Michelin Mud with the new green Grippo S tubular mud tire. We take a first look at the new cyclocross mud tire available soon.
Feedback Sports has a new Chain Keeper to aid in cleaning and shipping when the rear wheel is off. It also is offering the Scorpion stand as a 2-piece unit.
Rondo Ruut CF1 gravel/adventure bike features radical tube shapes and a TwinTip front fork to adjust between racing and adventure geometries. We take a look at this new ride from Poland.
Van Dessel’s 2018 off-road lineup is out. The Full Tilt Boogie has been updated and the Country Road Bob is back. A limited WTF 853 is available as well.
Crankbrothers aims to addresss every inflation need with its new modular tubeless Klic pump, & expands its Gem and Sterling pump line with floor pump models.
Easton Cycling has released the Vault disc hub that is lighter than the M1. The new hub is first be available on the EA90 SL Disc Tubeless Clincher wheels.
Alpinestars has several new gloves and an off-road kit designed for protection and safety while riding in the dirt. We take a look at these new products.
California’s Atom Composites got its start with cyclocross/gravel wheels. We take a first look at the CX38 carbon tubular wheelset.
Can a smart watch really help you train smarter, get fit or lose weight? For Training Tuesday, we evaluate whether the Fitbit Surge is worth the splurge.
Kali Protectives has unveiled its new Interceptor helmet and Venture gloves. We try not to put them to the test.
Ritchey has unveiled a new WCS tubeless casing version of its fast-rolling 40mm Speedmax cyclocross/gravel tire. We take a close-up look with first ride impressions.
Soma widened its Cazadero to a 700×50 model. We take a first look at a tire that seeks to balance low center resistance with effective off-road treads.
Clever Standard keeps reinventing the chain tool. We’ve fallen in love with the original Clever Tool. Now the company has unveiled the why-didn’t-I-think-of-that Chain Barrel.
The versatile go-anywhere Kona Rove line adds two new frames, and three 650b models with the Rove LTD, Rove NRB DL and Rove NRB. We take a look at the new six-bike lineup.
Hutchinson took its time to develop its first gravel tire, but Overide is here and comes in two casings and two widths. Was it worth the wait? We put them to the test.
Von Hof’s newest cyclocross bike is the steel ACX, made by in the USA by Vicious Cycles. It aims to be your choice for race day and off-road adventures.
Alexrims Boondocks 3 is an alloy tubeless ready, disc only cyclocross/gravel wheelset. We take a first look at this $330 mid-weight wheelset.
Kona has unveiled its three “Jake” cyclocross models for 2018. The Super Jake, Major Jake and Jake the Snake have revised geometry and updated features.
Mountain bike wheels for cyclocross? The Irwin Kova XC 29er is worth a look as a tubeless, disc ‘cross wheel thanks to a wide rim and carbon construction.
The Elite Drivo is a new direct drive smart trainer compatible with popular training apps. We found a quiet, easy to use trainer ready for winter riding.