Update: SRAM X01 DH Drivetrain
After a year on SRAM's X01 DH drivetrain we've run into some durability issues, and found some solutions to them.
Reviews
Loaded Precision X40 27.5 Hookless Carbon Wheelset
The Loaded Precision X40 27.5 Hookless Carbon Wheelset is an affordable option for riders looking for very stiff wheels.
Five Ten Kestrel Lace
The Five Ten Kestrel lace strikes an exceptional balance of pedaling efficiency and walkability.
Giro Ledge MIPS Helmet
Giro’s new Ledge MIPS delivers high-end safety in a sleek package that costs about the same as most non-MIPS entry-level helmets.
2018-2019 Amplid Milligram Splitboard
The Amplid Milligram is one of the lightest and most responsive splitboards we've ever been on
Deep Dive: Alpine Touring Bindings Shootout
We’ve detailed the performance of each of the bindings in our roundup, so in this final installment, we sum up the strengths and weaknesses of each binding.
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MIPS Trail Helmet Roundup
More and more MIPS equipped helmets are hitting the market, so we took a look at how MIPS works, and compared five trail helmets from Lazer, Scott, Smith, Giro, and Sweet Protection.
Race Face Khyber Glove, Charlie Tech Top, & Khyber Shorts
Here is our review of Race Face's women's trail kit.
Flash Review: Salomon MTN Explore 88
So far we've been impressed with Salomon's narrower touring ski.
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First Look: 2016-2017 Tecnica Zero G Guide Pro Boot
Tecnica’s new Zero G Guide Pro boot is squarely aimed at dethroning our 2015 Product of the Year - the Salomon MTN lab - so how do they compare?
Race Face Chester Pedal
We've been putting Race Face's new Chester composite pedal through the ringer, and so far we've been impressed.
Patagonia Nano-Air Light Hoody
The Patagonia Nano-Air jacket is one of our favorite mid-layers, so how does the new Nano-Air Light measure up?
Spank Spike 800 Vibrocore Bar
The Spank's Spike Vibracore 800 was designed to deliver the precision of a stiff handlebar while reducing the fatigue that stiff bars produce. So, does it work?
Flash Review: 2017-2018 Salomon QST 106
After two days on the QST 106, here are some of our initial thoughts about the ski.
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Flash Review: 2016-2017 Kastle BMX 105
We just got the Kastle BMX 105 on snow, and here are our initial impressions of its performance.
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2016 Devinci Wilson Carbon
The Devinci Wilson Carbon is supremely well rounded, and is well suited to all manner of DH tracks.
First Look: Yeti Releases New Line
Yeti just announced their new line, and it's full of interesting updates, and additions.
IXS Sever Shorts and Vibe Jersey
We've been impressed by IXS's Dagger knee guards, now we take a look at some of their apparel.
First Look: 2017-2018 Salomon QST 106
We're getting the new Salomon QST 106 on snow this week in New Zealand, but here are our initial thoughts on the ski + rocker pics, specs, etc.
Winter 2016 Trailer Roundup
Ski movie season is fast approaching, so we’ve assembled all the trailers and broken down each flick. See which ones we’re most excited for, most skeptical of, and let us know if you agree.