Q: Who is the greatest DH rider ever?
Aaron Gwin’s recent string of remarkable feats prompted a debate about the present and the past of downhill racing. Who you got?
Topic of the Week
Evolving Bike Standards
There are a ton of new products and new standards that are supposed to make our riding experience better. But are these revolutionary new products that will change the way we ride? Are they evolutionary changes that improve on some of our favorite parts? Or are we looking at products that are new purely for the sake of being new? Time to discuss.
The Death of the Technical Trail
“Flow” is certainly in these days, and flow trails seem to be coming at the expense of more technical trails. But is that really true? And is this a good thing or a bad thing for the sport of mountain biking? We weigh in.
Tires: General Truths, Misconceptions, & Subjective Opinions
Tire choices are a hotly contested issue, and there are quite a few generally held “truths” out there. So this week, three of our reviewers weigh in on some of the commonly held beliefs regarding rubber.
Trail Bikes: Short vs Long Travel
What role does suspension travel play in defining the character of a trail bike? Are other factors more important? Three of our reviewers weigh in...
Ski Width, Weight, and “Quickness”
What's more of a factor when it comes to how quick a ski is, Width or Weight?
Stated Ski Specs vs. Actual Ski Specs
Why do the stated specs and dimensions of a ski so often differ from the actual, measured specs? Is it a sign of poor quality control?
Thoroughness vs. Usefulness
When it comes to producing a genuinely useful review, how do you strike a balance of thoroughness and usefulness?
Hybrid Outerwear Pieces?
Why don't we see more outerwear designs combining both hardshell and softshell fabrics?