Riding Gear: Solutions for Riders Who Need Prescription Vision
One of the most annoying and dangerous things for a rider is not being able to see. That is why we wear protective sunglasses and even rock clear lenses. For th... Read More...
Gear Reviews
First Look: Wolf Tooth Components Drop-Stop chainring
Ever since SRAM came out with the XX1 group, we've been wondering if companies would create a similar front ring, but one that worked with normal cranks rather ... Read More...
First look, first ride and first race on SRAM XX1
We finally got our XX1 drivetrain in here at Bike198. I've been dying to try it out after hearing all the ravings about it, missing a couple of the recent bike ... Read More...
First Look: Rockform iPhone 5 case and bike mount
With Strava and other GPS platforms, our phones have become a vital part of capturing our rides. After looking through some options, the guys at RockForm sent o... Read More...
Changing the night riding game: Inexpensive Chinese Lights
I'm relatively new to the mountain biking scene, only seriously riding bikes for 3 years. I therefore don't know how it was in the "olden days", but even 3 year... Read More...
Overanalyzing 1×10 Mountain Bike Drivetrains
I recently made the decision to convert my fun bike (2011 Trek Remedy 9.9) over to 1x10. While I really enjoy the bike as it is now, on our local trails with th... Read More...
First Look: Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
For my whole time racing/riding I've used a mix of fluid/gel/food to get me by. While it's worked, and I haven't had too many nutritional issues, it sure isn't ... Read More...
Pack The Little Bikers: Involve The Kids With A Bike Trailer
You know how much you love riding your bike. But is it really true that you'll have to put riding aside once a kid enters the family? Kids can ride their own... Read More...
Review: Chrome Dresden Commuter Shoe
Chrome introduced a shoe lineup in 2010 and sent over a pair of the Dresden for review on Bike198. Chrome is known for supplying incredible bags and accessorie... Read More...
Review: Bicycle Diaries – Book by David Byrne
The Viking/Penguin group sent over a copy of Bicycle Diaries by David Byrne to review awhile back. Now that we have had the chance to read it all the way throug... Read More...
First Look: Chrome Loop Pro Riding Knickers
As part of the Chrome bag review we are currently running, Chrome also sent over a pair of their Loop Pro Riding Knickers for review. These high-quality, USA ... Read More...
Cocotte Equipement Fred Messenger Bag Review
It has been thirty days since Zac Lindsey began using the Cocotte Equipement Fred Messenger Bag for his daily commute. We followed up with Zac Lindsey of Tulsa... Read More...