This post was edited on 2/3/2009The hottest competition in mountain biking… When it comes to component parts for mountain biking, there are many great rivalries.Shimano vs. SRAM Rock Shox vs. Fox DT Swiss vs. MavicThe Industry Nine vs. Chris King hub debate is one rivalry that has gotten a lot of press over the last couple of years. The rookie, Industry Nine,...

When a fellow riding friend (FoShizzle) emailed me on this build, I knew it was going to be insane. El Beastro is known to have Spectrum powder coat some extremely original designs onto is frames. This Knolly Endorphin has to be one of the craziest I have ever seen. It looks incredible, and I can only imagine how it looks in person. Knolly’s are known for their...

On 4.10.08, we reviewed the Industry Nine Wheelsets. Industry Nine Wheels Friday afternoon, we had the pleasure of taking a tour of the Industry Nine facilities. It is really impressive to see how the component parts make it from raw material to finished wheels. Walking into the front door, you come straight into the final assembly and order staging area of the plant....

For over 25 years, Moots has been creating titanium masterpieces by hand in Steamboat Springs, CO.  Moots is “The Name” in titanium frames, and they have set the bar since the beginning. About Moots This quote from the Moots website sums up their attitude on bikes the best: Some might argue that a bicycle is simply a tool, a way to get from point A to point...

On 5.16.08, we took at tour of the Industry Nine facilities. Industry Nine Tour If you haven’t seen a set of Industry Nine wheels…you are missing out. Named one of Bike Magazines top 15 Editors Choice products in 2008, these wheelsets have hit the industry by storm over the past couple of years. Their precision machining and stunning good looks have put...