Apparel
Specialized Evade 4: Better Ventilation Without the Aero Penalty
Specialized's Evade 4 adds ventilation to its aero helmet without losing speed. The catch: it's still not a pure climbing helmet.
Kevin Curry
Components
Comete 50 Review: Mavic's 50mm Wheels Bet Everything on 28mm Tires
Mavic Comete 50 review: 50mm carbon wheels built for 28mm tires, crosswind stability, and 120kg weight limit. $3,399. Here's what matters and the tradeoffs.
Tools & Maintenance
Crankbrothers Combines Pump + Plug Tool
Crankbrothers' Klic HV pump combines tubeless plugging and inflation in one tool. Smart for trail riders—if you're okay with high-volume tradeoffs.
Components
Hunt 4AM Limitless Wheels: 1,156g, Mixed Depths, and a $2,559 Price Tag
Hunt's 4AM Limitless wheelset uses mixed depths (49.5mm front, 47mm rear) and carbon spokes to hit 1,156g. The trade-off: it's their priciest wheel yet.
Components
absoluteBLACK's 2.6g Carbon Tubeless Valves Have One Big Tradeoff
absoluteBLACK's 2.6g carbon tubeless valves are the lightest available, but the bottom-seal design means no removable core. Worth the tradeoff?
Culture & Opinion
Niner's "Pause" Is a Reminder That Being First Doesn't Guarantee Survival
Niner Bikes is pausing operations after years of struggle post-COVID boom. What it means if you own one — or were about to buy.
Bikes & Frames
Canyon Grizl AL: Half the Price, Most of the Capability
Canyon's new aluminum Grizl AL starts at €1,300 with 54mm tire clearance and real adventure capability. Here's what matters—and the one compromise.
Bikes & Frames
Viral's $15K Optimist Is Built for Longevity—If You Accept the Tradeoffs
Viral's new Optimist pairs 3D-printed titanium, CNC aluminum, a Pinion gearbox, and Gates belt drive. Here's what that combo actually requires—and the tradeoffs.
Bikes & Frames
State's 4130 All-Road Returns With Bigger Clearance and Hydraulic Brakes Standard
State's 4130 All-Road returns with 12-speed, bigger tire clearance, and hydraulic brakes standard at $999. The tradeoffs you need to know.
Components
Enve's New Gravel Wheels Are Fast, Heavy, and Picky About Tires
Enve's new G SES gravel wheels use massive rim widths to reclaim aero efficiency with fat tires. The catch: 1,580g weight and strict tire compatibility.
Gravel
Why FoCo Fondo's Boring Safety Upgrade Actually Matters
FoCo Fondo 2026 doubles controlled intersections, adds para athlete scholarships, and a costume relay. Here's what matters if you're actually riding it.
Gear Reviews
The Foothill Vent Keeps Your Cycling Gear in One Spot
The Foothill Vent wall rack organizes your helmet, shoes, and gadgets in one spot.