Known for high quality, made in USA products and the spin off to Chrome Bags; Mission Workshop launched an awesome range for bike bags for gravel and bike packing use. Made from super materials and nice design features these are ones not to overlook. Cool colours and of course black :-) I haven't tested these... Continue Reading →
Off Season, the perfect time for servicing MTB Shocks and Suspension
The off season is a great time to be thinking about servicing your MTB suspension. It not only makes the bike perform better, it also prolongs the life protecting from regular use and wear and tear. Why? MTB's with suspension need quite a bit of care. If you have suspension then the likelihood is over... Continue Reading →
Showerspass Rain Wear – Ecolyte Elite Jacket
Snappy colours, well known brand and an eco story. What could go wrong? Showerspass are a local company to me, I know they sell a ton of product and their range has grown year after year. Focused in the waterproof world they have always had high performing and durable garments which tend to be less... Continue Reading →
Waterproof Beanie! FTW
When you get something that you didn't know existed and it changes a whole series of things.Is there a word for that? #scoreaunicornproduct The Crosspoint Beanie is one of those game changers.$40 buys you a waterproof beanie which is warm and you can wear in the rain to shield your noggin. It looks identical to... Continue Reading →
The What’s Up (fortnightly) November w2 Edition
The fortnightly What's Up has me thinking materials sustainability and performance
Chris King Open House 22 / Portland Bike builder Show
A snippet from the Chris King open House / Bike show - October 2022
PNW Pebble Bike Tool
Hyper small feature packed tool for the minimalist or lightweight nerd in us.
Route : Bybee Kelly Point North Portland
The simple NE / N Portland flat route, escapes the city without burning you out. Perfect 23mile rip.
Disc Brakes 101
Disc brakes are very common nowadays, as an avid cyclist or want to be mechanic you should know about working on them, adjusting and replacing pads. How often do you need to change them? A common mis conception is that disc pads last an incredible mount of time. They don't. I change my pad's twice... Continue Reading →
Route: MTB Mount St Helens
A mind blowing ride around the East side of Mount St. Helens. (Active volcano in southern parts of WA) Warning, awesome images inside :-)