Reviews
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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…
First Look: Rockform iPhone 5 case and bike mount
With Strava and other GPS platforms, our phones have become a vital part of capturing…
Mid Term Review: Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
A little while ago I wrote about Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel and our initial impressions. I…
Changing the night riding game: Inexpensive Chinese Lights
I’m relatively new to the mountain biking scene, only seriously riding bikes for 3 years.…
Overanalyzing 1×10 Mountain Bike Drivetrains
I recently made the decision to convert my fun bike (2011 Trek Remedy 9.9) over…
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.…
Apparel Review: Zoic Mountain Bike Jerseys, Shorts and Socks
Ever since our first review of the Zoic products, we have been hooked on their…
Ride Protection First Look: Demon United Helmet, Elbow and Knee Pads
The crew at Demon United got in contact with us earlier last month with some…
First Look: RockShox Reverb Adjustable Seat Post
Adjustable height, telescoping seat posts have taken the industry by storm over the past year.…
How to pick the right tire setup for your trail bike
Picking tires for xc racers and dh rigs is easy. Find the lightest or biggest…
Review: Renovo Badash 29er Wooden Hardtail Mountain Bike
The Renovo Badash 29er wooden bike. Arguably the only wooden bike we have seen at…
Review: Contour Ab Belt (are you ready for 6 pack abs?!)
The crew at Contour contacted Bike198 awhile back asking us to do a review on…