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Raleigh ‘Monster Truck’ Trail Bike

Blurring the line between a true cross-country and a “trail”-category bike, the Raleigh Talus 29 Elite is a beefy tank of a bike that can…

Written by T.C. Worley June 29, 2012

Brew Test: ‘Outdoorsy’ Beers

We put our man T.C. Worley on the tough assignment this spring to sample some of the USA’s best craft brews. He went in search…

Written by T.C. Worley June 15, 2012

Tiso Jockey Wheels Add Bling to Bike

At $200, the Italian-made derailleur jockey wheels from Tiso might be the tiniest expensive component on our writer’s new bike. But can the ceramic-bearings-equipped rollers…

Written by T.C. Worley June 13, 2012

Wild Ride: View from Team Car in Tour of California

Bike geek dream come true? Last month, the pro cycling team SpiderTech invited a GearJunkie editor to ride along in its official team car on…

Written by T.C. Worley June 11, 2012

Fast, Light ‘Mountain Slipper’ Shoe

In a lineup of minimal shoes, the Vertical Ks from La Sportiva are unique. They offer a flexible, lightweight build plus a low heel-to-toe drop…

Written by T.C. Worley May 30, 2012

Back From The Tour of California

GearJunkie editor and pro photographer T.C. Worley is back from the granddaddy of U.S. pro cycling races, the Amgen Tour of California. He rode in…

Written by T.C. Worley May 22, 2012

Leather Saddle Made for ‘Circling the Globe’ on Bike

Brooks’ latest leather saddle, which costs a hefty €250, was dreamt up to “celebrate covering long distances by bike.” An image stamped into the leather…

Written by T.C. Worley May 14, 2012

‘Stealth Mode’ Bikewear from Search and State

The flashy, “look at me!” nature of technical biking apparel can be a turn-off. A new brand, Search and State, bucks the flash for an…

Written by T.C. Worley May 11, 2012

Clown Cycle or Commuters’ Dream? Fold-Up Bike Test

It costs $2,300, weighs a ton, yet it folds into a diminutive cube. With trepidation and some varying results, we ride test a top-shelf folding…

Written by T.C. Worley April 30, 2012

Poler Camping Stuff is Affordable, Retro, Fun

Portland, Ore., based Poler Camping Stuff makes retro, back-to-the-basics gear. It might just remind you of the first camping trips you took as a youth,…

Written by T.C. Worley March 29, 2012

Bivy Killer? Flyweight ‘Kilo’ Tent Has Headroom to Spare

A single, slender carbon pole, light fabric, and an efficient design make a new solo tent from Easton among the airiest on the market. We…

Written by T.C. Worley March 27, 2012

Back in the Saddle! Gear for Springtime Cycling

Spring is in the air. Your bike is calling. Here are a few items we’ve been testing that are perfect for the warmer, wetter days…

Written by T.C. Worley March 13, 2012

Powder Dream: Remembrance and Reverie at Steven’s Pass

Last month, three riders were killed in an avalanche outside Washington’s Steven’s Pass ski area. Our writer, T.C. Worley, was set to snowboard with one…

Written by T.C. Worley March 06, 2012

Rare Handcrafted Pocketknife is Sleek, Not Cheap

No type-o, this pocketknife, sold on boutique Kaufmann Mercantile, costs an astonishing $330! But for that cost you get a rare handmade piece in an…

Written by T.C. Worley February 22, 2012

Slouch No More! Intelliskin ‘Intelligent’ Shirt Put to Test

Tight, posture-controlling shirts from Intelliskin are advertised to make you “look, feel and perform” better. Our reviewer squeezed into one of the company’s shirts for…

Written by T.C. Worley February 20, 2012

Pillows of Goose Down Line this High-End Ski Coat

For a cool $700, Helly Hansen offers a be-all, end-all performance ski jacket. Pillows of goose down inside make it unique. Our writer wore it…

Written by T.C. Worley February 16, 2012

Performance Art: Handmade Abstract Wooden Snowboards

Bizarre handmade snowboards created by Corey Smith are part art, part performance product made for shredding the deep white. For $500, you can buy one…

Written by T.C. Worley February 03, 2012

Primo Bike Tool has Lock-in-Place Components

$70 for a simple bike tool? That’s the proposition with the Pica+ from Crank Bros., a new product that has lock-in-place “indexed” components and a…

Written by T.C. Worley February 01, 2012

Performance Shades on a Budget

For adventurers on a budget, Ryders Eyewear offers great performing shades without the big-ticket price. Our four-month review ended with our tester giving these two…

Written by T.C. Worley January 24, 2012

Guinness confirms World-Record Bike ‘Wheelie’ of 686 Feet!

Bike stunts might not come to mind when you think of world records. But today it was confirmed by the vaunted Guinness World Records organization…

Written by T.C. Worley January 12, 2012

Fat Bike! Test of Salsa Mukluk

The new genre of snow-bikes are not just for riding in the white stuff. Our editor tests the Salsa Mukluk bike paired with obese tires…

Written by T.C. Worley January 06, 2012

Chrome ‘Collabs’ on Beer-Branded Messenger Bag

Hipster marketing run amok or beer drinkers’ delight? Chrome teams up with the “Champagne of Beers” for a co-branded collection, including a Miller Highlife-emblazoned messenger…

Written by T.C. Worley December 27, 2011

Tiny ‘Commuter Cannon’ Bike Light Blasts 500 Lumens

Small but nearly as bright as the sun, Light & Motion’s Urban 500 sets the bar up another notch for cyclists turning the cranks after…

Written by T.C. Worley December 21, 2011

Firm Grip: Metal Camera Mounts for GoPro

Say goodbye to drooping, slipping GoPro camera mounts! Aluminum bodies and hex-head bolts fasten K-Edge mounts to your bike for “no-slip” camera capture, no matter…

Written by T.C. Worley December 09, 2011

Wooden Hiking Stick Review

Long live the humble hiking stick! Brazo’s Walking Sticks of Waco, Texas, makes a range of trek-ready wooden staffs. We give the company’s Twisted Oak…

Written by T.C. Worley November 15, 2011

Large and Light: Granite Gear ‘Crown’ Pack

Lightweight yet rugged and large, the to-be-released Crown 60 is set for fully-geared weekend backpacking trips or minimalists who are loaded with the bulk of…

Written by T.C. Worley November 08, 2011

Tiny, Powerful ‘Stella’ Bike Light

Small but extra strong, Light & Motion’s Stella 300 bike light gives darkness a sucker punch and lasts for hours of nighttime fun. Our writer…

Written by T.C. Worley November 01, 2011

Titanium ‘Snow Bike’ from Moots

Nope, that’s not a Surly Pugsley. Moots, a boutique bike brand, has unveiled its take on the monster-wheel “snow-bike” category with a pricey titanium frame…

Written by T.C. Worley October 13, 2011

Radical ‘Metal Flower Wheel’ Bike

A new take on the design of the bicycle wheel is undeniably beautiful. But will the “steel flower” wheel, which is made of ribbons of…

Written by T.C. Worley October 12, 2011

Mesh Jacket Cited as ‘Bug-Proof’

We test Columbia Sportswear’s new airy bug jacket in the depths of the Great North Woods, a.k.a. Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Our intrepid reviewer…

Written by T.C. Worley October 04, 2011

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