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Review: Leatt DBX 1.0 GripR Fracture Glove

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When it comes to gloves, I want mine to fit — well, like a glove. They need to hold up under the rigors of regular riding, be comfortable, enhance the grip of the bars and manage heat. But returning to my first point, they need to fit well. Leatt’s DBX 1 GripR Fracture gloves do […]

Grovemade Catch-All Wall Shelf

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The Grovemade Catch-All is a beautifully fabricated wall shelf, designed to hold life’s essentials and cradle them like a bowl. Of course the first thing I thought was that we needed several rows of these in our van conversion — until I realized they were handmade in the USA and their price tag reflected the […]

Craftsman Tools

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Craftsman tools have been a staple in any work shop for years, including bike specific work benches, but they’ve never offered a line of cycling specific tools. The tool company had a presence at Crankworx in Whistler suggesting that new product is gestating. The booth showcased the brand’s latest toolsets, impact and drill drivers, with […]

What Size MTB Do I Buy? MTB Sizing Angst, Explored

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Buying the correct size mountain bike used to be easy. For me, being near an average height of 5’10”, a size medium bike was generally the right choice — sometimes. It turns out at 5’10”, I fall between a medium and large for a number of brands size recommendations. It’s been a struggle at times […]

Topeak Modula Java Cage

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Is this the commuter coffee-carry solution you’ve been looking for? The Topeak Modula Java cage features an adjustable cage height and diameter to fit large tumblers and insulated mugs. It looks like it could even accommodate insulated stainless steel water bottles. As a daily bike commuter, I carry coffee or water with me daily using […]

Yakima HangOver Vertical Bike Rack

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When it comes to carrying a lot of bikes, it’s tough to beat the simplicity of the classic tailgate pad. However, damage to bikes from rough roads is common, so vertical bike racks have risen in popularity as the solution. Most takes on the vertical rack have been local fabricators coming up with innovative solutions, […]

Canyon Cooler Outfitter 55 Ice Chest Review

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Based in Flagstaff, Arizona, Canyon Coolers specializes in making high quality coolers and accessories for expeditions and adventures. Built tough enough to resist a grizzly bear, Canyon Coolers utilize a roto-molded PE Construction with a 2.7″ thick wall. The Outfitter series is their line of premium ice chests. We joined the #vanlife movement last year […]

Gregory Endo 15 3-D Hydro Pack Review

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Gregory is best known as a backpacking brand, and to be honest, I wasn’t that familiar with the line previous to receiving the Endo 15 to test. However, it’s clear that when they decided to enter the MTB market they were going to do it right, as the Gregory Endo 15 hydration pack is loaded with […]

Review: Leatt DBX 5.0 All Mountain Jacket

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The Leatt DBX 5.0 All Mountain Jacket struck my eye the first time I laid my eyes on it. Not only was it my favorite color, but Leatt has consistently put out solid gear that lives up to and surpasses expectations. Best known for being a leader in the protective gear industry, the Leatt product […]

Dakine Hot Laps Stealth Bike Waist Bag

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Wearing a shirt with pockets for carrying stuff may work while riding a road bike, but mountain biking takes place in mountains and not road. Stuff tends to disappear out of pockets which is why our go-to solution is the waist pack. Sometimes you don’t want or need to carry much, and for those times, […]

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