Specialized is well known throughout the mountain biking industry for providing a complete lineup of high-quality mountain bike apparel and accessories for riders. As part of their extensive lineup, Specialized offers some apparel for the all mountain, free ride and downhill segments to meet the needs of more agressive riding. The Specialized Shindig and Para mountain bike shorts are part of that lineup and the subjects for today’s review. These two heavy duty MTB shorts are designed to protect your [...]
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Review: Hoss Technical Gear – Ponderosa, Stallion, Rustler – MTB Apparel
Hoss Technical Gear has been known to provide affordable mountain biking shorts, jerseys and other apparel that performs above its price bracket. For this mountain biking apparel review, I received the Ponderosa short, Stallion short and Rustler jersey to hit the trail and see how they performed in the saddle. For all of the stats and industry info on the Hoss Technical Gear that came in for review, hit up this intro post where I laid out the goods with [...]
Mace Gear Task Short, Foundation Jersey and Glove – Mountain Bike Apparel Review
Awhile back, the crew at Mace Gear sent us over some mountain bike apparel to review on Mountain Biking by 198. As part of the package, they included their Task Short, Foundation Jersey and Foundation Gloves to beat up and review over the past couple of months. After numerous encounters with the ground and a lot of hot days on the trail ripping up berms, drops and rock gardens, it is time to check in with you guys and spill [...]
Dakine Mountain Biking Shorts – MTB Apparel Review
Dakine sent over some of their mountain biking shorts to review on Mountain Biking by 198. To make sure that these mtb shorts got everything that could be thrown at them…MTB by 198 had Chad Oliver beat them up on some super tech riding. Below is Chad’s full review on everything Dakine sent over. Dakine MTB Shorts – Chad Oliver Review Dakine has been in the flow-sports business since 1979 producing gear for windsurfers, snowboarders, kiteboarders, skiers, mountain bikers, and [...]
Fox Ranger MTB Short Review
Awhile back, Fox Racing sent over their Ranger mountain biking shorts in for review. Fox Racing is known for providing baggy mountain biking shorts for recreational riders as well as the hardcore FR/DH crowd. The Rangers are geared towards recreational riders who are looking for a MTB short that performs well without completely breaking the bank. For more information on the Fox Ranger MTB short, check out this preview post with pictures and manufacturers description. Fit and Finish – Fox [...]
Zoic Mountain Biking Apparel – Ether Short and Heretic Jersey
Last week, Zoic Clothing sent over some mountain bike apparel for review. Zoic Clothing manufacturers a wide range of mountain biking apparel for both men and woman. Their styles lean towards the recreational and baggy style that is both comfortable and stylish. More about Zoic Ripped from Zoic.com ZOIC definition: Life forming; of the earth Animal mode of existence Era in time Kick Ass Clothing ZOIC’s BACKGROUND: ZOIC was formed in 1994 on the mountain biking trails of the Marin [...]
Descente Mountain Biking Apparel In for Review
It was an apparel week here at Mountain Biking by 198. To round out the review lineup, Descente sent over their Newton MTB short and Genetic Tee to fall and run into trees with. Mountain biking apparel is really starting to expand as riders are demanding a more relaxed, baggy look to compliment the all mountain/trail riding style. With the increased demand, comes more products for us! More About Descente Ripped from DescenteAthletic.com The Europeans allowed for an apparent fluke [...]
Swiftwick Mountain Biking, Cycling Socks
Mountain biking (cycling) socks are one of those things that I want to never feel are there. I want them to keep my feet warm if it is cold or let them breathe if it is warm. I also want them to accomplish this feat with very little annoyance. Uncomfortable feet can absolutely ruin a ride in any conditions, and…for this reason…I am normally very picky about shoes and socks. Swiftwick sent me over a box of their cycling socks [...]
Fox Racing – Ranger MTB Short In for Review
When I spoke to the guys over at Fox Racing a couple of weeks ago about doing an apparel review, they said they had the perfect short in mind. Sure enough, about a week later…a package showed up on my front doorstep with a pair of the Fox Racing Ranger MTB shorts ready for review. A Little Bit More About Fox Racing Fox Racing is known for providing laundry list of items for multiple action sports communities. You will see [...]
Hoss Technical Gear MTB Apparel In for Review
Hoss Technical Gear has been known to provide the mountain biking industry with stylish, baggy apparel at a great price. When mountain bikers are looking for “non-roadie” looking cycling clothes to wear at their local trail head, Hoss tends to be one of the first places they look. A little bit more about Hoss Technical Gear From hossmtb.com: Hoss Technical Gear was created to offer the MTB enthusiast stylish, functional and affordable MTB apparel. Hoss was founded by cyclists, each [...]
Sidi Dominator 6 Carbon MTB Shoes In for Review
In the world of cycling shoes, Sidi has been crowned the top dog for quite sometime. Their “Nothing fits champions like Sidi” slogan is backed up with a strong race history and high quality shoes for racers and beginners alike. Recently, Sidi announced a 8-12% price reduction to their shoe lineup across the board to help with the struggling economy and the fluctuating Euro vs. Dollar ratio making their cycling shoes a little bit more affordable than previous MSRP’s. Released [...]
Mace Gear Mountain Bike Apparel In for Review
The crew over at Mace Gear sent us over some mountain biking apparel to review. Mace Gear, part of the Norco crowd specializes in more urban styled all mountain, slopestyle, downhill and freeride apparel for mountain bikers. More About Mace Gear Ripped from macegear.com: Mace is a rider-driven company. You’ve probably heard or seen this before and wondered, “What does that mean?” Well, our gear is designed, tested and then redesigned by riders who care – touching, I know. It’s [...]
Showers Pass Mountain Elite Riding Jacket
The crew over at Showers Pass and eVent Waterproof Fabric sent over the Mountain Elite riding jacket for review. This year has been a perfect testing ground for a jacket that is both waterproof and keeps a barrier between me and the cold weather.
Julbo Dirt – Zebra Photochromatic Lens Review
A really good set of glasses is a must while riding a mountain bike. Dirt and debris are constantly trying to make their way to those precious white balls that allow us to ride the trails we love. In my case, they also provide protection for my contacts that make seeing the trail possible.
Julbo Run Photochromatic Sunglasses – Performance Review
I’ve been bobbing and weaving through the woods on a mountain bike long enough to know that wearing a good set of glasses is pretty smart. Glasses can be a bit of a pain to deal with while trail riding. Trying not to forget them on the side of the trail is one thing. Then there is the fogging issue. On top of that is the helmet/glasses fit.
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