198′S TOP PICKS FOR 2008 Rock Shox – With the release of the 20mm 120mm travel Reba, SRAM has given the 29er crowd exactly what they have been wanting…a true competitor to the White Brothers fork.  I can’t even begin to tell you how many full suspension 29er riders that I have heard say…”this fork would be incredible with a little bit...

SingleTrackWorld.com got a chance to take a look at the 2009 Fox lineup that everyone has been waiting on. Thier full article can be found at singletrackworld.com. SINGLETRACKWORLD.COM ARTICLE ON 2009 FOX LINEUP We finally got a look at the new Fox 15mm axle fork and its Shimano-built QR gubbins along with a new XC fork lockout. There’s also a new TALAS knob, a new...

The mountain biking community lost another passionate member yesterday during a race at Sea Otter. Mark Reynolds passed away from at heart attack (from what I understand so far) that happened during the race and caused a bad wreck over a bridge during the race. Mark had a true love for the sport and even invented his on chain guides like the one pictured here…(chain...

More exciting news coming out of the 2008 Sea Otter Classic. Syncros revealed their new products for 2008. Photos can be found here on mtbr.com. 198′S THOUGHTS I run the Syncros Bulk bars, so I am really excited to see new products in the Syncros line.  I also think I have found the pedals that I have been looking for.  Those will work out great on the 6″...

TwentyNineInches.com reported this weekend about a possible long travel 29′er fork that is in development by Rock Shox (SRAM). Is Rock Shox testing a long travel 29″er fork? Rumors have been whispered that the fork maker would be introducing some sort of long travel 29″er fork for at least two years now. Now there is some evidence that this perhaps is true. Here...

From Cane Creek: Sea Otter 2008 is almost upon us. This event has become a mainstay of the cycling culture, not only for racers but for industry veterans as well. To reward attendees for their unwavering loyalty of this event, Cane Creek is offering headset upgrades to the brand new 110. The offer is available on-site only and will be installed at the venue to factory...

Everyone that is saying that 15mm is going to be lighter than 20mm has no engineering background at all. All things created equal…the difference with the same materials and parts would at most be several grams…and this small difference would not be felt on the bike when it is actually ridden. Why are they coming out with a 15mm standard? Because they are hoping...