Apparel
Zero Drop, Zero Wet Socks: The Trail Thrasher Pro
Lems drops the waterproof Trail Thrasher Pro. With a wide toe box and Vibram grip, is this the ultimate commuter-to-trail crossover shoe?
The Garage
Why Lazer Wants Your Next Helmet to Crumple
Lazer releases the Sphere KinetiCore, bringing integrated crumple-zone safety and better ventilation to a $150 price point. Here is why it beats the bolt-on liners.
Apparel
The Best Cycling Layer Isn't Made for Cycling (And It's On Sale)
The Patagonia Houdini is down to $87. At 105g, it is the ultimate jersey-pocket insurance policy for variable weather. Here is the data-driven case for buying one.
Gear Reviews
Ornot Goes All In on the "Muppet Fur"
Ornot expands its Polartec Alpha lineup with new gloves and shoe covers. Here is why putting "active insulation" on your extremities is a smart move for winter riding.
Culture & Opinion
A Sign of the Times: Gore Exits the Apparel Game
A personal take on the news that Gore is discontinuing its Gorewear apparel brand. A look at why an industry giant couldn't compete in a saturated market.
Culture & Opinion
The Price of Not Stopping: Deconstructing the New PNS Winter Collection
A deep dive into the Pas Normal Studios AW25 winter collection, exploring the tech, philosophy, and high price tag of its "serious training uniform."
Gear Reviews
Beyond S, M, L: The Promise of a 3D-Printed, Custom-Fit Helmet
A deep dive into the KAV Rhoan CORE, a 3D-printed helmet that’s custom-fit to your head, blending benchmark safety, aero, and cooling in one new design.
Culture & Opinion
Walz Taps Into Cycling’s Golden Age
Walz releases a new collection of vintage cycling caps honoring teams like Molteni, 7-Eleven, and Brooklyn. A look at the $35 price of nostalgia.
Tech & Data
MAAP’s New Jersey Is Faster (If You Are)
MAAP launches a new Pro Aero jersey claiming to save 6-8 watts. It's a performance shift for the style-focused brand, but the gains only kick in at 40 kph.
Gear Reviews
Keen Borrows a Philosophy from Gravel Biking
A first look at the new Keen Roam trail runner. As a cyclist, its "gravel bike-inspired" outsole and versatile, "jack-of-all-trades" approach caught my eye.
Gear Reviews
More Than Just a Puffy? Mulling Over Velocio's New Hoodie.
The temps are dropping, and this new Velocio Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie caught my eye. As a cyclist and data-guy, I'm digging into the specs and $349 price.
Gear Reviews
Knog Launches Limited Edition EF Pro Cycling Collection in Signature Pink
Knog releases a limited edition EF Pro Cycling collection. Get the Blinder 900 light, Scout Bike Alarm, and more in the team's iconic pink and signature logos.