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Proper layering is essential to cold-weather cycling. While we’re well on our way out of cold-weather riding, the Castelli Uno Plasma base layer can still be tapped into on cold mornings. Castelli Uno Plasma LS Base Layer Features: Nano Plasma fabric to speed moisture management Minimal seams for added comfort Provides a layer of air [...]

When it comes to saddles, I’ve long been a fan of Specialized Body Geometry designs. For years, they have been enabling safe and healthy saddle-time for all types of riders. For the better part of the past year, I’ve been riding the Henge Expert saddle on a variety of bikes y me gusta. Specialized Henge [...]

An unreal feat in the outdoor industry, Westcomb has gone from concept to launch of an entirely-new and innovative shell in 90 days. The new Shift Hoody features the world’s lightest incarnation of Polartec NeoShell on the market (a mere 11 oz) and shows the world that locally-designed and produced garments can flourish and compete [...]

Lightweight fleece layers are excellent for cool weather running or as layering pieces for highly-aerobic activities. The North Face TKA 80 Full Zip fleece offers lightweight performance with superior moisture management. The North Face TKA 80 Fleece Features: Layered venting system Lightweight micro-fleece/wicking mesh combo Thumb loops Zip pocket in upper arm Reflective piping and [...]

It’s no secret that this Winter was, for all intents and purposes, a bust. Utah’s snowpack is currently sitting at 29% of where it should be at this time of year with snowfall totals at Alta falling well below season averages. That thin snowpack was also accompanied by sketchy backcountry conditions throughout the Winter, which [...]

Back to Spring… ahh… short sleeve jerseys and all that jazz. I’ve been stoked to get back into shorties and the Sugoi RS Jersey has been my early-season pick. Actually, I used it extensively last Fall and again now in the Spring, so it’s time for the verdict. Sugoi RS Jersey Features: Flat seams for [...]

With the recent introduction of the GORE-TEX® Active Shell, Arc’teryx is a perfect partner-in-crime to bring it to market with the Beta FL Jacket. With the promise of true breathability, I was stoked to give the new Active Shell a whirl. Arc’teryx Beta FL Jacket Features Built with GORE-TEX Active Shell Fabric Highly-breathable, simplified design [...]

While all I’ve got is a teaser shot of the ControlTaper head tube on the 2013 Felt Edict Nine LTD, I’m guessing we’ll see Felt’s first 29er full-suspension bike later this week at the 2012 Sea Otter Classic. Felt has long been one of the most recognized names in 29er’s, but have been slow to [...]

Patagonia is dedicated to the trail running category with a full line of apparel and shoes for a variety of trail, race and weather conditions. New for Spring, Patagonia has introduced the Fore Runner as their lightest and most minimalist trail shoe to date. And while it may not be as minimalist as some may [...]

Aiming to become the premiere enduro racing series in the US, the new Big Mountain Enduro Racing Series, presented by Yeti, will feature epic courses in Steamboat, Durango and then capped off with the Whole Enchilada in Moab. Registration is now open. For those of you who don’t know, the Whole Enchilada features over 30 [...]