No question, proper-fitting and performing shoes are one of the most important aspects of any ride. Many gravel riders just use their MTB shoes and the…
Author: Jason Mitchell
Jason Mitchell
A native of the Pacific Northwest, Jason quickly developed a love for the outdoors and a thing for mountains. That infatuation continues as he founded this site in 1999 -- sharing his love of road biking, mountain biking, trail running and skiing. That passion is channeled into every article or gear review he writes. Utah's Wasatch Mountains are his playground.
An all-new Colnago superbike is rolling out of Cambiago, Italy and it marks 68 years in business for the manufacturer. Setting the table for a set…
Let me get this out there right off the bat… the Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Hoodie lives up to its name as something you’ll want to…
The good folks at Speedplay did a great job for many years delivering arguably the most knee-friendly road pedals on the market. But, expanding their reach…
Bollé has long been known for quality optics for snow, water and everywhere else. With a recent update, their new Volt+ lenses are said to offer…
ENVE doesn’t typically get tricky with their product names. No, they usually just call things what they are. I still love the ENVE Road Handlebar and…
Bontrager’s WaveCel technology isn’t new any longer. Their collapsible, shearing protective honeycomb-like material provides significant benefits in all the flavors I’ve tested. Now, the venerable Circuit…
Not just for yoga or lounging with the crew, the Patagonia Terrebonne Joggers have been great for trail running, dog walks and just about everything else…
Over the years, I’ve tested first-generation GPS watches with mixed results. Going into the Wahoo ELEMNT Rival review, I wanted to believe that the unit would…
Castelli has long partnered with Gore-Tex on their cold and wet-weather kits. With the latest Castelli Perfetto RoS Long Sleeve (a.k.a. jacket), you’re getting Gore-Tex Infinium…
House brands are making serious waves in the wheelset and cockpit market and Cadex isn’t about to be left behind. Giant-owned Cadex has released several industry-leading road…
While POC may be more well-known for their helmets and other protective gear, their apparel lineup is renowned for it’s design, fit and function. Protection is…
To me, rollers typically bring epic fails to mind. But, once mastered, rollers can deliver a realistic-feeling indoor training ride. That said, aside from training by…
Taking the shreddy Spectral and tweaking it, Canyon is delivering a shorter-travel bike with serious downhill chops and calling it the Spectral 125. Available in carbon…
With a history steeped in outdoor gear, it’s no wonder that Jack Wolfskin can come in hot with a solid base layer for all types of…
As WorldTour riders leave the professional peloton, some are choosing to leverage their skills and abilities in gravel racing. With less structure and a reliance on…
When it’s cold, layering becomes even more important. Too thick of a jacket and you’ll always be overdressed, but too thin and you’ll find it hard…
Ever since I rode, tested and loved the Pinarello Dogma F8 with SRAM eTap, I’ve had a thing for white road bikes. But, not many manufacturers…
When most people think of Gore, they think of Gore-Tex. But, did you know that they also happen to make some of the best cycling kits…
When you put on a pair of gloves that were obviously optimized for cycling, it’s a thing of beauty. With a form and fit that’s made…