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We first spotted the iconic red brakes on Specialized Gravity team race bikes last summer, but now Brembo is poised to offer their Gr-Pro mountain bike brake sets to the general public. Promising maximal power, easy-to-access modulation, and unparalleled control… could these highly adjustable Brembo brakes set a new mountain bike performance benchmark? We had…

Saddles are usually one of the least dramatic parts of a road bike launch.  A shape tweak here, a new foam recipe there, maybe a fresh cutout and a few big promises about comfort. Usually, you can squint at a new road saddle and more or less know what you’re looking at. Plus, it’s totally…

Released for the longer travel ZEB forks earlier this year, the Fast Suspension DC3 compression damping insert is now also available for the Rockshox Lyrik (140-170mm) and Pike (120-140mm) forks, both using 35mm stanchions. While Rockshox’s latest updates add some interesting features to improve smoothness, particularly on the air spring side, Fast Suspension still thinks…

Specialized has precisely tweaked the fiber angles inside the Bitcher & Eliminator casing, giving their gravity mountain bike tires a ‘more radial‘ update. It’s not quite as extreme an angle as some brands. And it’s still functionally a bias-ply tire. But Specialized calls their slightly more conservative radial-ish casing construction the perfect ‘Sweet Spot Ply’…

I don’t know about you guys, but it sure seems like tires are getting a little harder to install lately. Add some tire inserts, and it can become nearly impossible in some cases. Today, CushCore releases a possible solution to that problem. Introducing the Rotary Tire Tool. (Photos / CushCore) Check This Out! The new…

Schwalbe just dropped a versatile new mountain bike tire named Romy, which could become a new favorite for everyone from regular trail riders to enduro racers. But their 2026 MTB tire shake-up is a lot more than a fast-rolling, but grippy new tread design. Instead, Schwalbe is relabeling and clarifying their entire mountain bike tire…

Pas Normal Studios has launched its 2026 Spring/Summer Off-Race collection. Just what is an “off-race” collection, exactly? The clothing is designed to bridge the gap between performance cycling apparel and everyday urban clothes. With this collection, Pas Normal Studios says it focused on “practical adaptability”. (Photo / Pas Normal Studios) For example, they incorporated cycling-specific…

It’s been a while since we’ve heard from Haro Bikes. Remember back in late 2024, when they introduced us to their new Daley (all-mountain) and Greer (enduro) full-suspension mountain bikes? Well, they’ve just released new versions of those two popular bikes that sport carbon fiber frames. And Haro says they’re “lighter, stronger, and faster. It…

Hey guys, here’s some fun news from the Portland Design Works (PDW)! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. And, come February 14th, you’ll be able to give the gift of safety to your favorite Valentine this year. That’s right, introducing the new “Blinking of You” rear tail light. (Photos / PDW) The new light…

The Winter Olympics are happening now! Are you supporting Team USA? If you need help showing your support, Pit Viper is here to help. Whether you are on the trail or riding the road, Pit Viper’s 2026 Winter Olympic Original sunglasses will absolutely help you show your support. The 2026 Winter Olympic Originals feature everything…