Our friends over at Trek sent us an update on how their pro race team is doing. The title of the release says it all…”Seven wins and counting” Trek put together an extremely strong program for 2009 with some of the best riders in the industry sporting new Top Fuel and Session 88 mountain bikes. It is going to be an exciting year for Trek on the circuit...

The kind folks over at Manhattan Portage shipped us three pieces of gear to review. They were kind enough to allow us to pick out three of their bags that we felt would be good trials for our requirements. We decided to go with their signature messenger style bag, a ballistic laptop tote, and their popular “J” bag. Each of the three bags have their own...

When it comes to any wheel build for your mountain bike, the rim and hub choices are your most important decisions outside of picking a quality wheel builder. With all of the options out there from DT Swiss, Mavic, NoTubes.com, Sun Ringle and others, it makes picking that perfect rim for your riding style and budget a difficult one. NoTubes.com has several choices available,...

Review by Jesus Davila Typical North Georgia mountain biking. Lots of ups and lots of down with a mix of rock, roots, and washouts to make it fun. There are four trails ranging from beginner to “seat of your pants” expert. Directions to Blankets Creek Take I-575 north from Atlanta and exit on Sixes Road (Exit 11) make a left at the light. Follow Sixes Road...

Review by Chad Oliver Kenda Excavator 2.35” Folding Bead DTC: 50/60 durometer Claimed Weight: 729 +/- 38 grams Actual Weight: 730g on Ultimate Support Alpine Digital Bicycle Scale What does Kenda say about the Excavator? From Kendausa.com: The Excavator is part of Kenda’s signature series. Eric Carter, who holds 10 NORBA National titles and 2 World Cup Championships,...

For the first ride with the V.I.O POV.1.5 helmet camera, I went up to Asheville, NC for a run on Bent Creek’s Green’s Lick DH trail. Otherwise known as the Bobsled run…Green’s Lick is also famous for beginners getting in way over their head. Not a very technical dh run by any stretch, but given the right soil conditions…you can really let...

During my trip to Pisgah National Forest in Brevard, North Carolina over the weekend, I made a stop by Cane Creek Cycling Components to snap a few pictures and have lunch with friends. Located in Fletcher, NC, Cane Creek Cycling Components manufacturers everything from their famous headsets to the world renowned Cane Creek Double Barrel rear coil shock. Malcolm Hadley...

Trail Review by Cory Stem A trail that can be run in two directions for different experiences. Perfect for all skill levels as it gets harder as you get faster. Great trail for training or endurance looping. Directions to Pemberton Trail Located in McDowell Mountain Park Metro Phoenix area. From HWY 101 North Loop and Pima Road drive north to Dynamite Road and go east...