SDG is best known for its range of saddles, but they also make a dropper post known as the Tellis. Affordable, durable, and easy to maintain, it checks all the marks for anything and everything one could ask of a dropper post. Its reliable performance and light cable pull make it a personal favorite. Tellis 2.0 just dropped, posting boasting more of the same, but adding several key upgrades that make a great product even better. The stanchion tube was increased to 26 mm in diameter to boost durability, adding stiffness as well. They also updated their copper polycarbonate keyway for smoothnes ..read more

When adventuring or camping for more than a few days, keeping devices powered becomes a challenge. We recently received a Bodega Cooler 200W Portable Solar Panel and have started testing it in preparation for excursions this season. Our hope is it’s a viable solution for keeping our portable Power Station charged.  About Bodega Cooler Bodega Cooler offers a line of refrigeration products, focusing on car fridges for the outdoor community. They also have a line of wine coolers. They’re priced to be very affordable in comparison to other available options. Bodega Cooler offers a range of p ..read more

The Gorewear Spinshift collection is designed to deliver 3-season usability for performance cycling. Intended for use in everyday training, the Spinshift limited edition artist collab long sleeve jersey features artwork by Jeremy Collins, inspired by a bike tour Jeremy took through the Italian Dolomites. The Gorewear x Jeremy Collins Spinshift long sleeve jersey features a close to body fit and moisture wicking material, which is made utilizing recycled polyester content. Features Close to body fit, limited edition Artist Collaboration Jersey High-stretch material features recycled polyester ..read more

Wolftooth Components has a wide range of anodized parts and accessories in their Color Shop. Mountain bikes are pretty great these days. I used to update my frame or bike or frame every season, but at this point, new models only seem to feature minor iterative updates. New bike releases have been reflecting current riding trends and are less about substantial performance gains, with the bulk of bike industry innovation focused around e-bikes. Since I plan to get a few more seasons out of my current bikes, I’ve been doubling down on the investments in my gear with aftermarket bits and a refresh ..read more

Crosspoint Gear is an updated collection of waterproof multi-sport outdoor gear from Showers Pass, a Portland-based apparel company. Fully waterproof, the gloves are surprisingly breathable thanks to the Coolmax moisture-wicking knit lining. For 2024, the Crosspoint glove line up features a new lightweight iteration that adds an improved tactile feel when grasping objects and adds patches of conductive touchscreen material on the finger and thumb. Features Available in black and safety orange Silicone print on palm to improve grip Waterproof inner membrane with knit exterior Touchscreen coat ..read more

The Rockshox Zeb Ultimate fork is a single-crown fork created for advanced enduro tracks, downhill runs, or anything requiring agility in burly terrain. With its 38mm chassis, it’s also well suited for eMTBs. The Zeb platform is available in several iterations. The Zeb, Zeb Select, Select+, Ultimate, and Ultimate Flight Attendant. (there are likely OEM variations as well) Looking to upgrade the suspension on my ebike, I ordered a 2023 Rockshox Zeb in its Ultimate trim. Having read about the updated damper, air spring improvements, and the new rubber pucks coined the “butter cups,” I had high ..read more

“No dancing monkey” is the USWE mantra. Their products are designed to stay in place without bouncing around on your back, a creed that is carried through to the Zulo 6L hydration waist pack. Features Includes hydration bladder with magnetic clip for the drink tube 6 liters of storage capacity Attachment for rear LED light Listed weight 380g (not including bladder) Organizer pockets Energy food pockets Compression straps A unique feature of the Zulo is the full waist belt design that keeps the pack compressed and snug to your body. On the trail The Zulo waist pack was designed for enduro ra ..read more

The Enduro Bearings MAXhit Zero-stack External Cup headset kit might be the best headset you can buy for a mountain bike. If you’re in the market for a good-looking, smooth spinning, and durable headset, read on. A patent-pending innovation, the MAXhit design is unique – like the MAXhit bottom brackets, Enduro Bearings integrated the bearing into the headset cups itself. Another way of looking at it, is you’re actually pressing the bearing directly into the head tube, as opposed to a bearing that is pressed (or placed) into a cup, which is then pressed into the head tube. Features Machined ..read more

Sometimes you need to carry more water on rides, so I’ve been looking for a lightweight, minimalist hydration pack for those days. The Outlander 3L Hydration Pack from USWE fits this need for warm weather rides, hikes, and other activities when staying hydrated is crucial. Having tested USWE packs in the past, I already knew from my time with the Shred 25 and Airborne packs that the USWE 4-point harness is quite effective at keeping the weight of the water and pack bounce free. The USWE design is form fitting, securing the pack close to ones body with no bounce or swing. Features & Specs ..read more

The Binary Maniak is a titanium mountain bike hardtail frame that features progressive geometry. Created in a limited batch run, the Maniak frame features a unique story; it was essentialy designed and created to be ‘the ultimate modern MTB hardtail.’ For those unfamiliar with the Arizona-based brand, Binary Bicycles is a small bike company that primarily offers titanium frames that are manufactured overseas from seamless 3Al-2.5V (ASTM Grade 9) titanium alloy tubing with bosses and other fittings of 6Al-4V (ASTM Grade 5) titanium alloy. The Maniak is a collaboration between Binary and Steve ..read more