The Rolex of Tire Gauges
Nicknamed “The Rolex”, the EVT Bleeding Gauge sets some high expectations. In this video I review the EVT tire gauge and compare it to the digital Topeak and analog Meiser Accu Gauge. How do they…
Review: Crust Evasion Lite
The Crust Evasion Lite is Crust’s slimmed down version of the Evasion with a carbon fork. In this video review I discuss its handling and how it compares to my Crust Bombora. Is it your…
Review: Rivendell Sam Hillborne
In this video I review the Rivendell Sam Hillborne, a bike that in some ways was a precursor to the modern gravel bike. How does a bike with quill stems and rim brakes hold up…
Review: Kona Libre AL
Kona makes some great versatile all-rounder bikes. In this video review I take a look at the Kona Libre Aluminum, a more affordable version of the carbon Kona Libre. At just under $1800 it provides…
Paul Klampers – Are they Worth It?
Paul Klampers. Some of the blingiest bike bling you can put on your bike. BUT, are they any good? Why would you spend money on them over hydraulic disc brakes for the price? Find out…
Review: Bombtrack Hook ADV
Is it a mountain bike? Is it a gravel bike? In this video, I review the genre blending Bombtrack Hook Adv, a 27.5 bike with drop bars, front suspension and a dropper post. Not the…
A Guide to Watercolors and Bicycling (#BikePainting)
Taking a small and compact watercolor kit on a bike ride or bike tour has become one of my favorite analog pleasures. It forces me to slow down after a long day of touring or…
Long Term Review: Velo-Orange Polyvalent
The Velo-Orange Polyvalent was one of our favorite all-rounder bikes from 2018. I recently took it with us on tour in California and put it through its paces with a front load. How did it…
The Best Gravel Tire?
We often get asked what is our favorite tire for gravel or mixed terrain routes. On our past trip to California, I tried out the new Specialized Pathfinder Pros in 650b x 48mm and was…
First Look: Blackburn Elite Outpost Bikepacking Bags
Blackburn has upped their bikepacking game with their new Elite line of bags. In this video, I take a first look at their upgraded handlebar harness, frame bag and seat bag. One big change across…