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Smith Attack Sunglasses

Written by: Gavin Coombs

The Smith Attack is a pretty well-rounded pair of performance sunglasses. The frameless design has a lot of advantages such as being a very lightweight, flexible and great peripheral vision. The weight and flex make for a very comfortable pair of sunglasses that can comfortably be worn all day. They have a curved arm, instead Read more ›

Julbo Aerospeed Sunglasses

Written by: Gavin Coombs

The Julbo Aerospeed are high end, performance-oriented sunglasses. They feature an XXL large lens that comes in a few different options. We tested the Reactive Photochromic Zebra lens. There are two other Zebra lens options, a slightly darker version, and a red/blue tint option, as well as their basic polycarbonate lens. These sunglasses are very Read more ›

Julbo Renegade Sunglasses

Written by: Gavin Coombs

The Julbo Renegade is a very good all-around pair of sunglasses with a modern style frame and performance lenses. The Renegade looks great while riding or running and while hanging at the bar. For casual style sunglasses, these topped all others from XX2i and Zeal. They are incredibly comfortable and could be worn all day Read more ›

Bolle Aeromax Sunglasses

Written by: Gavin Coombs

The Bolle Aeromax is a nice pair of sunglasses that aren’t shy about their dramatic look but also offer high levels of functionality. They are fairly comfortable and have some nice adjustable features like the fully customizable nose-piece and bendable arms. This adjustability helps when you have to wear these all day since you can Read more ›

Scarpa Gea RS

Written by: Brad Steele

Based on what I see in the backcountry and on resort it’s no surprise to hear that the Scarpa Gea and Gea RS are one of the bestselling women’s AT boots on the market. Scarpa’s complete series of AT boots underwent a major upgrade in 2017 and before the upgrade the Gea and Gea RS Read more ›

Wilier Cento 10 NDR

Written by: Seth Portner

Wilier’s Cento 10 NDR is a full carbon race quality bicycle with an aluminum link on the rear triangle below the seat stays that allows for a modicum of movement. The cushioning is achieved by compressing a “technopolymer” (read rubber) material allowing the rear axle to move upwards about 3mms. The Actiflex can be adjusted Read more ›

Time Fluidity

Written by: Seth Portner

The Time Fluidity spoke to me. This is what it said. “I am everything you like about road bikes, and nothing that you don’t.” If you like a bike that embodies classic road biking, while also bringing innovation that is invisible to the outside world, you will enjoy the Time Fluidity. Featuring the Aktiv vibration Read more ›

Look 795 Light RS

Written by: Seth Portner

Look’s 795 Light RS demands your attention. The design of the bike captures the rider and gawker’s focus. By contrast to other machines we reviewed, the Look is driving forward towards a new approach to bicycle design and creation, which caught our eye, and our appreciation. The Looks will reward the rider that enjoys that Read more ›

Canyon CF SLX

Written by: Seth Portner

  I was interested in riding the Canyon. These bikes are well known to anyone that follows international cycling as quality racing machines that often assist their riders to stand upon the World Tour podiums. Canyon is known for the quality of their bikes, coupled with how they have successfully driven down the costs by Read more ›

BMC Roadmachine 02 One

Written by: Seth Portner

Quality is on full display on the Roadmaster 02 One straight out of the box. An elegantly designed frame with reasonable weight, Di2 full integration with controls/charging in the downtube and quality wheels. Building the bike up, and taking it out for a test spin, and the quality remains the primary hallmark. A few challenges Read more ›

Scarpa F1 Alpine Touring Boot

Written by: Brad Steele

The F1 may be a lightweight dedicated touring boot but Scarpa spared no expense cramming it with features. From the grippy Vibram UFO Eva soles to the Intuition Pro Flex Evo liners for comfort, the F1 is feature rich. The BOA closure system, Fast Buckle Closure power strap and Grilamid, Carbon Core and Pebax construction Read more ›

Dynafit Hoji Pro Tour Boots

Written by: Brad Steele

While the fit is subjective for any ski boot, comfort is non-negotiable, they simply have to feel good and be kind to your feet. With a little know-how from a professional boot fitter, this is usually achievable. The Hoji Pro Tour Boots fit (my foot at least) very well straight out of the box. Their Read more ›