Component Reviews

First Ride: Vittoria Mazza Enduro Race Mountain Bike Tire

The Vittoria Mazza, Mota, and Martello mountain bike tires are now available in a premium Enduro Race model, with a tread pattern made up of…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan May 25, 2023

All-New Challenge Getaway XP Gravel Tire Offers Tubular Comfort with Extra Protection

Challenge Getaway’s new XP (Extra Protection) series claims to offer the ride feedback of a tubular with the protection of beefed-up nylon.

Written by Jordan Villella May 23, 2023

Teravail Telegraph 30mm Road Tires are Fast Rolling and Dependable

When you think of Terevail tires, you probably think gravel, or gnarly MTB tires, certainly not road. That’s about to change; the tire manufacturer is…

Written by Jordan Villella April 27, 2023

PRO MSN Enduro & MSU eMTB Off-Road Saddles Reclassify Performance – First Rides

2 all-new PRO MSN & MSU off-road saddles add more supportive short-fit MTB shapes for aggressive enduro and performance-oriented ebikers…

Written by Cory Benson April 25, 2023

Shimano eMTB AutoShift & FreeShift Stuns, Powered by LinkGlide & XT Di2: Review

Next-gen Shimano eMTB reshape ebikes with AutoShift FreeShift automated shifting with LinkGlide, EP8 EP-801 & 11sp XT Di2

Written by Cory Benson April 14, 2023

Garmin Edge 540 and 840 Series Update Features and Introduces Solar Options

Garmin introduces new additions to its Edge series; the all-new Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series. The new units are an updated compact design that…

Written by Jordan Villella April 11, 2023

HUNT Race XC Wide Wheelset Review: Race Performance for under $500?

HUNT’s Race XC Wide mountain bike wheelset looks to strike a note with performance-driven and cost-conscious riders.

Written by Jordan Villella April 03, 2023

BikeYoke Revive 272 brings proven dropper seatpost to down-gravel & XC: Review

BikeYoke Revive 272 dropper seatpost goes gravel with just 80mm of never-spongy travel and new 27.2mm diameter…

Written by Cory Benson March 23, 2023

Fizik’s Most Versatile Saddle is 3D-Printed Vento Argo Adaptive 00 with 7x9mm Upgrade

Combining lightweight, maximum stiffness & the peak of tuned Adaptive ergonomics, the new top of Fizik’s Argo saddle family will even fit on more bikes…

Written by Cory Benson March 17, 2023

First Rides: SRAM Force AXS & XPLR Groups Get All the Right Refinements

The new SRAM Force might look like it’s mostly a cosmetic update, but the functional upgrades make it stronger and more ergonomic than ever on…

Written by Tyler Benedict March 16, 2023

Protect Your Back Side With PDW’s Full Metal Fenders

Oregon’s Portland Design Works knows a thing about riding in the rain and offers its Full Metal Fenders for all bikes.

Written by Ron Frazelle February 25, 2023

Hutchinson Gravel Goes Big with 50mm Overide, Touareg & Tundra gravel bike tires

Hutchinson has given their gravel tire line-up a high-volume boost, ballooning their Overide, Touareg & Tundra up to 50mm. Developed to transform your modern gravel…

Written by Cory Benson February 19, 2023

First Rides: Galfer Shark lightweight 160mm XC rotor can save grams without losing power

Galfer Shark XC lightweight 160mm rotors bring extra braking power & more consistent performance to cross-country, marathon & downcountry mountain bikes

Written by Cory Benson February 15, 2023

5DEV Factory Tour + CNC Machined Gravel & MTB Crankset Review!

Last year, I made a trip down to San Diego to visit the manufacturing facility for 5DEV. Because I’m local to them, they reached out…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 09, 2023

Review: SRAM XPLR Gravel Group, from Fork to Wheels to Drivetrain

The complete SRAM XPLR gravel group comes together to create a sum greater than its parts, and the parts are pretty darn good. While there…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 21, 2023

Review: Wolf Tooth Morse Cage Ti bottle cages

A lightweight bottle cage that holds securely and gives you 4x the mounting range of typical bottle cages, letting you put your water where you…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 18, 2023

Dream Build: Masi Incanto Ti Allroad/Gravel

Well, here we are, the Masi Bicycles Incanto Ti dream build is finished and ready to ride. Not sure if you remember, but back in…

Written by Ron Frazelle December 20, 2022

Bikerumor Editor’s Choice 2022 – Cory’s Best Bike & Gear Awards

OK, another wild year in the books. 2022 started with remnants of two years of chaos, then gradually edged back towards ‘before-times’ normal. What that…

Written by Cory Benson December 09, 2022

Review: Silca titanium cleats for Crank Brothers pedals clip tight, go hard

Silca’s titanium cleats for Crank Brothers Eggbeater & Candy pedals provide a firmer engagement & pedal feel that justify the price. It helps that they’re…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 28, 2022

OneUp Components’ Carbon Handlebar Offers Subtle Compliance at a Competitive Weight | Review

When I first heard about carbon fiber bike parts, I thought the main benefit of this material was weight savings. While that’s certainly true, I’ve…

Written by Steve Fisher November 22, 2022

New Race Face Era Carbon Cranks Add Stainless Heel Guard + Lifetime Warranty (Crashes Included)

What are all of the reasons for not running carbon cranks on a mountain bike? Heel scuffs? Damage from crashing? Broken pedal inserts? Race Face…

Written by Zach Overholt November 01, 2022

The Masi Incanto Puts Their Titanium Spin on Gravel & All-road Frame Construction

Vista, California’s Masi Bicycles probably isn’t the first brand that comes to mind when you think of titanium. But last year, they somewhat quietly released a new…

Written by Ron Frazelle October 25, 2022

Wolf Tooth Resolve Seatpost Review: Self-Bleeding Dropper delivers trouble-free performance & more travel

You may have just seen the news, but Wolf Tooth Components now has their own dropper post called the Resolve. Representing one of the brand’s…

Written by Zach Overholt October 11, 2022

The American Classic Kimberlite review: a budget gravel tire with an upscale ride!

American Classic is not new to producing cycling products as they’ve been doing so since 1982. They went away for a while, but now they’re…

Written by Ron Frazelle September 26, 2022

Wolf Tooth Echo Lock-On grips use softer rubber for happy hands

If you’re a fan of silicone grips, Wolf Tooth Components has you covered. They offer silicone foam grips in four sizes, two shapes, and 10 colors…

Written by Zach Overholt September 20, 2022

PRO Compact Carbon Clip-On Review: mini aero bar offers more flexibility, more speed!

PRO’s all-new Compact Carbon Clip-On puts a new shape on the smallest of miniature clip-on aero bar extensions, with integrated computer & accessory mounts. As…

Written by Cory Benson September 19, 2022

Is the Paul Klamper mechanical disc brake worth the hype? How does the Growtac Equal compare?

A little over a month ago, I reviewed the Growtac Equal cable-actuated brakes. It wasn’t long after it was published, that the comment section lit…

Written by Ron Frazelle September 09, 2022

Goodyear Newton MTF & MTR Enduro Tires offer great grip, but could be more supple

Back in May, Goodyear announced the released their very first models of tires that were designed and manufactured in-house; the Newton MTF and Newton MTR.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan August 29, 2022