tcworley, Author at GearJunkie

Race Day Optimized: Niner Air 9 RDO Race Bike Review

Niner builds the Air 9 RDO as a flagship racing hardtail. We put it to the test to find out if it reaches what Niner calls…

Written by T.C. Worley August 07, 2017

The 'Understated Aesthetic' Of Search And State

Function and form join in Search and State’s cycling apparel. We tested some of the brand’s newest gear and then sat down for coffee with…

Written by T.C. Worley December 16, 2014

K02 Tire Test In Mexico Desert

BFGoodrich updated its classic off-road tire, and we took it for a test in the Mexican desert.

Written by T.C. Worley November 29, 2014

Up-Side-Down, Ground-Breaking (Expensive!) New RockShox Suspension

RockShox reinvents the inverted mtb fork and rethinks the whole front end while they are at it. Here’s a first look at the hottest new…

Written by T.C. Worley April 08, 2014

First Look: SRAM ‘Force CX1’ Groupo

The concept of single front chainring has taken mountain biking by storm. SRAM hopes to continue that revolution into cyclocross with its Force CX1 groupo.

Written by T.C. Worley March 11, 2014

Faster Fat Bikes, Cyclocross Debuts Among Top Hits At ‘Frostbike’ Show

Held in the deep of winter, the Frostbike bicycle tradeshow temporarily warms the hearts of the bike industry with new releases and envy-inducing bicycle gear…

Written by T.C. Worley February 24, 2014

First Look: Radical Saddle Design Challenges Status Quo

So long, sit-bones! “Infinity” saddle, designed by a chiropractor, challenges all modern saddle tech. We got our… erm, buns on one last week to see…

Written by T.C. Worley February 06, 2014

Titanium-Frame Warbird Bike is a ‘Gravel Racing’ Machine

Don’t call it a cyclocross bike. Salsa’s niche model was made for the trending discipline of gravel road racing. We tested it for two months…

Written by T.C. Worley September 05, 2013

We bought a Fat-bike from Walmart and took it for a test ride

Cheap fun: Our $199 department-store fatbike arrived this week. Here’s our first impression from a snow-filled ride in Minnesota.

Written by T.C. Worley April 12, 2013

‘Enduro’ Helmet has GoPro mount, Goggle system built-in

We tested a new helmet from Bell. Made for enduro racing, the hard hat has characteristics that balance protection and speed.

Written by T.C. Worley April 02, 2013

Red, steep, bumpy, good. Mountain Bike gear test in Sedona

Arizona’s red desert hills proved not only a perfect cure for cabin fever this week but also an ideal place to test gear. Contributing editor…

Written by T.C. Worley March 29, 2013

Do-All tent: ‘Snow to blowing Desert Sand’

“Engineered for all seasons.” That may sound like a flip tag line. But with a new tent, Easton thinks it has found a sweet spot…

Written by T.C. Worley March 22, 2013

Glass, Nails, Potholes… ‘Flat-free’ bike tires cannot pop

In a perfect world, bike tires would never go flat. Acme Bicycle Products offers a new wheelset designed to bring us closer to this utopian…

Written by T.C. Worley January 08, 2013

Custom Mountain Bike balances Speed, ‘Bling Factor’ on trail

A custom-built steel frame and top-end race bits came together for our editor’s dreamy XC build. We break it down part by part for a…

Written by T.C. Worley January 02, 2013

Minimal Sleeping Bag is Hoodless, Zipper-less, Insulated only on top

Therm-A-Rest is jumping with both feet into an expanded sleeping bag line. Its unique Navis model offers a “headless” design with an ultralight build aimed…

Written by T.C. Worley December 19, 2012

Carbon Fat Bike (first of its kind)

The debut today at the Winter Bike Expo in Minneapolis of a new full-carbon fat bike adds another boost to the strong stride of the…

Written by T.C. Worley December 08, 2012

World’s Lightest Pedals are high-price, hard to Clip

Minimal and sleek, from the first time we set eyes on the stick-like Ultralite pedals we wanted to clip in and try them out. For…

Written by T.C. Worley November 13, 2012

Tarp-like Tent offers Headroom, ample space Inside

MSR calls its Fast Stash not a tent but a “minimalist shelter.” It’s roomy inside and lightweight. We tested out the tarp-like shelter on a…

Written by T.C. Worley October 26, 2012

Blazing handlebar Bike Light ‘Rivals Automobile Headlights’

It costs $300 for a small handlebar light. But this torch can throw an insane window of LED light, offering full-speed-ahead riding no matter if…

Written by T.C. Worley October 25, 2012

Bikes, Packs, Helmets, Shoes. . . ‘Must-Have’ gear from Interbike Show

Last month we spent three days reporting from Las Vegas on the latest and greatest cycling gear from the Interbike trade show. Here’s our final…

Written by T.C. Worley October 10, 2012

Waterproof Adventure Duffel put to Test

Our writer tests the waterproof and rugged SealLine Duffel on an adventure trip through the wilds of Alaska. It has a drysuit zipper and fits…

Written by T.C. Worley October 01, 2012

Top 10: Best Bike Gear at Interbike 2012

The GearJunkie crew is back from five days of bike-centric living at the Interbike Expo trade show in Las Vegas. We rode, demo’d equipment, watched…

Written by T.C. Worley September 25, 2012

‘Bicycling as Therapy’ for War Vet non-profit Group

Bicycling as therapy and physical rehabilitation — that’s the goal of Ride 2 Recovery, a non-profit that works with wounded vets. From group rides to…

Written by T.C. Worley September 04, 2012

‘Krampus’ is a Fat-Tire Mountain Bike

With 3-inch-wide tires, the Krampus from Surly looks like a fat-bike. But this to-be-released ride is actually a 29er mountain bike built to accommodate the…

Written by T.C. Worley August 23, 2012

Sailing Jacket put to Test in Alaska

A sailing-specific jacket from Helly Hansen keeps our tester dry and warm on a day-long trip to sea. We test the HP Race model on…

Written by T.C. Worley August 20, 2012

Surly Cross-Check, now in Single-Speed

Gears or no gears? Surly Bicycles offers a new single-speed version of its tried & true Cross-Check model. GearJunkie got a sneak peek.

Written by T.C. Worley August 16, 2012

Roundup: Summer Cycling Gear Put to Test

We spent the spring and summer testing some of the latest and greatest in cycling gear. Only the strongest survived. Here we’ve compiled our top…

Written by T.C. Worley August 14, 2012

Clip-On/Clip-Off Camera Holder

Cameras can be a pain to haul on a hike. Neck straps are not always a good solution. The Capture is a “camera clip” device…

Written by T.C. Worley August 09, 2012

Diamondback Returns to Action! New CX Race Bike

Pulled from the grips of “department store” infamy, the Diamondback brand is kicking out some exciting race bikes. Our writer saddled a new CX model…

Written by T.C. Worley August 07, 2012

Hard-Side Suitcase Keeps Gear Safe for Travel

A polycarbonate shell that zips closed keeps equipment safe inside this $125 case. Our writer rolls the Spinner model from eBags on a few trips…

Written by T.C. Worley July 13, 2012

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