Ibis Ripley Bike Check // The Bikes We Ride
Fanatik employee Finn recently built a custom XT Ibis Ripley V5, dialing in a mix of Tenet, Shimano, and SRAM components to suit his playful riding style. Focused on jibbing and jumping off small t...
Outbound Portal Light Review // Portal Compared to Hangover
The Hangover and Trail Evo have been the go-to combination around the shop for their brightness and easy-to-use designs. While the Hangover is a fantastic option for a lightweight helmet-specific l...
Schwalbe Albert Radial Tire Review // Albert Compared to Magic Mary
The Schwalbe 29 x 2.5 Addix Ultra Soft Albert Trail tires offer a unique and compliant ride, particularly noticeable in their ability to conform to rough terrain and provide excellent traction. On ...
Stumpjumper 15 Vivid Air Review // Stumpjumper 15 Compared to Stumpjumper EVO
I’d summarize the ride quality of the Stumpjumper as “comfortably composed.” Whether I was on a meandering section of singletrack or a proper double black trail, the Stumpjumper 15 provided a ride ...
SRAM Eagle GX/X01 Review // The Best Budget Cable Actuated Drivetrain
A combination of Sram Eagle GX and X01 components remains one of the best budget-friendly options for riders seeking high performance without the reliance on batteries or Bluetooth. Combining the G...
The Bikes We Ride // Rocky Mountain Altitude Bike Check
Rocky Mountain’s all-new Altitude immediately caught Shayne’s eye upon release with it's travel and geo numbers falling in line with what he was looking for in a new frame. After just a single demo...
First Look: New Transition Sentinel V3 // Compared to Sentinel V2
The Transition Sentinel V3 solidifies its position as a versatile all-mountain bike, combining thoughtful updates with the proven “send-it-all” spirit of its predecessor. With refined geometry, imp...
Transition Scout Bike Check // Kaia Jensen on Crankworx Podium and State of Womens Freeride
Kaia Jensen is one of the current crop of local riders expanding the boundaries of women's freeride and setting the stage for the next generation of riders. This past summer, Kaia achieved an impre...
Maxxis High Roller III Review // High Roller Compared to Assegai and Hillbilly
The new High Roller performs well over a variety of conditions, ranging from rim-deep moon dust to picturesque beds of rooty loam. When the sky opens up, and trails turn to mud, it provides a sense...
