Introducing, Shimano SLX.   As mountain bikes, trails, and use evolves, so does the need for more targeted components. In recognition of the trends, Shimano has split LX into two separate component sets: Deore LX has a more sleek appearance and pavement oriented gearing for trekking use. SLX, on the other hand retains the lightness of […]

E. Thirteen has recently released their guide rings in odd sizes. Now I’ll be honest here, I’m not a down hiller or use any sort of guide system. Why am I so excited? For single speed use. I’ve seen their rings in person and they are light yet very strong to deal with […]

I have a confession - I’m a single speed freak.  Ever since I can recall I’ve had a single speed mountain bike or fixed gear road machine.
With Guitar Ted’s (and your) help we will be putting various single speed tensioners on review.  Going forward we will dedicate a post per tensioner. What we […]

SRAM is at it again.

Their road group was launched with a random ad placed in magazines.  The ad was normally a page or more of “Will you take the leap” and a frog (toad thing.)  The website had zero information for a couple months to leave folks wanting and hoping.    Now they are at it […]

SRAM Juicy Ultimate Brakes
Price: $225.99
Details: Carbon, and magnesium which means light weight. 333grams for 160mm front
Includes: Lever, hose, caliper, rotor and hardware per set.
An XC geeks dream. Light weight with even the option to go 140mm in the rear to save more weight. Additional all the weight […]

For 2 months I have been using the Ay Up lights roughly 2-3 times a week, give or take. Either on a early morning commute or at night in the woods with friends.
Slowly the lights have grown on me. The handlebar mount with light velcro-strapped to the stem is perfect for commuting. […]