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In Review: Derby Carbon CX 23i Tubeless Gravel / Cyclocross Rims & Wheelset

Tubeless cyclocross and gravel rims have grown in width, and lost their hooks. Derby Rims claims some credit for this movement. We test Derby’s CX 23i rim.

In Review: FSE EVO 35CD Spins a New Approach to Carbon Tubeless Clinchers

FSE’s filament spin carbon manufacturing process brings a new approach to cyclocross wheel construction. We see if the EVO 35CD tubeless clinchers are up to their off-road task.

Ridden and Reviewed: Steel Breezer Inversion Gravel / Cyclocross Bike Stars in Roles On and Off the Road

The steel Breezer Inversion has a road feel, but when the script calls for adventure, it is ready. Find out if the Inversion can play a leading role in your next off-road adventure in our ride review.

Mechanical Monday: Comparing Tubeless Tire Valves

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.

New Product: FMB Grippo S Tubular Mud Tire Aims to Make Rivals Green with Envy

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.

In Review: Crankbrothers Zinc 3 Tubeless-Friendly Rims Provide Cure for Burps and Blowouts

The Zinc 3 is Crankbrothers’ first cyclocross/gravel-specific wheel. We found a wheelset with reliable tubeless rims and study design for off-road riding.

The Paul Component Engineering Story: Precision, Persistence and Purple

Paul Component Engineering is back with purple anodized CNC machined aluminum bicycle components. But don’t confuse these components to be a sign that the Chico-based company is turning back the clock to the 90s.

Kidding Around Sea Otter: Kids’ Bike Specialists Islabikes, Cleary, Woom, Prevelo and Frog Bikes

There was a lot of kidding around at Sea Otter as kids’ bike companies proliferated & showed off new cx-worthy bikes from Islabikes, Cleary, Woom, Prevelo & Frog Bikes.

The Kona Carbon Major Jake and Super Jake Cyclocross Bikes Are Back – Sea Otter 2017

First look: The redesigned 2018 Kona Major Jake carbon cyclocross bike. Kona unveils a new, lighter carbon frame with modern features and new geometry.

In Review: Frog Bikes 55 Kid’s Bike with 20″ Wheels

Frog Bikes has entered the U.S. market with its compelling lightweight kids’ bikes. We take a look at the Frog Bikes 55 – a 20″ wheel bike ready for cyclocross.

New Wheel Spotlight: Atomik 38C Disc Tubeless Ready Clincher Wheels

Looking for an aero, strong, tubeless race wheel? Atomik’s carbon 38C Disc wheels for cyclorossers, gravel racers and road cyclists are worth a look. Here’s our initial impressions.

In Review: Raleigh Stuntman – Drop Bar, Dropper Post Fat Tire Machine

Do it all or do one thing well? We contemplate life and bike philosophies in our review of the drop bar, dropper post-equipped 2017 Raleigh Stuntman.

Open Cycle Sheds Grams, Reaches New Heights with $4500 U.P.P.E.R. Frameset

Open Cycle has appealed to its weight weenie Cervelo roots and put its U.P. (Unbeaten Path) frameset on a diet, shedding a few hundred grams …

In Review: The Stainless Steel Otso Cycles Warakin – Geo Adjust without Rust

The stainless steel Otso Cycles Warakin doesn’t limit you to one geometry, tire size, bottom bracket height or chainstay length. Choice is good, right?

Bike Profile: Kaya Musgrave’s Nationals-Winning Carbon Mystery Bike

Can a generic carbon frame provide adequate race level performance, light weight and affordability? Kaya Musgrave’s winning bike says yes.

Pro Bike Profile: Sanne Cant’s Worlds-Winning Stevens Super Prestige Cyclocross Bike

Sanne Cant won a dramatic 2017 Cyclocross World Championships aboard a Stevens Super Prestige cyclocross bike with some interesting bits. We profile her Worlds-winning bike today.

Ridden and Reviewed: Devinci Hatchet Carbon Open Road / Gravel Race Bike

Cyclocross Magazine had a chance to test the brand-new Devinci Hatchet Carbon Open Road / Gravel Race Bike in the California Sierra at Griduro. See our early impressions and photo gallery.

Want to Forget Races and Results? Van Dessel’s WTF Is Ready

When you’re looking to focus less on races and results and more on escaping and fun, the Van Dessel WTF is ready.

Pro Bike: Katie Compton’s World Cup-Winning Trek Boone

We’ve profiled Katie Compton’s bike more than most, but with her new racing program, there’s plenty of new bits on her Trek Boone that we’re taking a look at her Jingle Cross and CrossVegas World Cup bike.

Review: Compass Cycles’ Bon Jon Pass Extralight Tubeless Gravel Tire – Updated

After several months of testing, we’ve got our full review of the Compass Cycles’ Bon Jon Pass Extralight 35c gravel tire.

In Review: Parlee Chebacco Cyclocross / Gravel Bike

What the heck is a Parlee Chebacco? We were dying to find out. We tracked one down, and hopped on it, and have a spotlight of it today.

Lights, Camera, Action and Documentation: Cycliq Fly12 Aims to Do it All

Ride at night? Want to video your adventures or document your commute? We review the feature-packed Cycliq Fly12 action camera and 400 lumen light combo.

First Ride: Vittoria Adventure Trail TNT Tubeless Gravel Tire

We’ve had two previous looks at the Vittoria Adventure Trail TNT Tire, with a quick look at an early prototype last year at Interbike, and …

First Ride Review: Easton EC90 SL Carbon 1x Crankset

Easton Cycling has just officially announced its new EC90 SL carbon crankset for cyclocross, road and gravel. We’ve been riding the 1x crankset for a few weeks, and have our initial impressions in this review:

New Product Spotlight: NEXT Cycling Gravel Disc Carbon Tubeless DT350 Wheels with Specialized SCS Conversion Kit

Next Wheels is one of the first to produce a wheel kit for the 12X135 thru-axle design of the SCS rear end on the 2016 Specialized disc brake/thru-axle bikes

New Product Spotlight: Raleigh 2015 SSCXWC Singlespeed Frame

If you didn’t walk away from this year’s SSCXWC in Victoria with a Speedo or tattoo, or simply are eyeing your first (or a new) singlespeed cyclocross bike, today’s New Product Spotlight is for you.

In Review: Whyte Bikes Saxon Cross Bike – A Unique Take on CX Geometry and Components

The Whyte Bikes’ Saxon Cross bike strays far from today’s norm of cyclocross bikes with a unique geometry and choice of componentry that mixes cyclocross and mountain geometries, and SRAM and Shimano components.

Throwback Thursday: Ben Berden’s Koksijde World Cup-Winning Merckx Alu Cross

For Throwback Thursday today, we take a look at Ben Berden’s 2002 Koksijde World Cup-winning Eddy Merckx cyclocross bike. What’s old is new and what’s new is old with the 1X drivetrain and aluminum frame.

First Ride: SRAM Red eTap Drivetrain: Electronic, Wireless, and Ideal for Cyclocross and Gravel? Updated: Video

Before we start a debate as to whether pricey electronic components are right for off-road adventures, let’s start with a review of some of the …

ENVE Cross Fork Disc with 12mm Thru Axle: New Product Spotlight and First Impressions

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