Brain Labs: Pro-Tec Cyphon SL Helmet Purpose: The Pro-Tec Cyphon SL Helmet is an all mountain half-shell helmet which provides a higher degree of cranial protection non-specific mountain bike helmets. The Cyphon SL features a BOA fastening system and allows use with goggles. Materials and Procedure: The Cyphon SL helmet was tested and worn in an all mountain atmosphere throughout British Columbia’s West Coast. Compared […] Cycle Eric Behn | August 8, 2013 1 Comment
2 Awesome Bike Music Videos Spoofs | Faster Than You & I Only Ride Park Wow is all I can say about these two music videos. If you have ever ridden Whistler’s bike park the first one “I Only Ride Park” will make you laugh your ass off. If you have not ridden Whistler start saving so you can sometime soon, and you will still probably laugh your ass off. The second video is also […] Cycle Daryn Edmunds | July 25, 2013 1 Comment
Gnarly DH Biking in AK | You Gotta Watch This!!! Wow! This is some SICK stuff! I have only seen lines like this in a few bike movies ever. Sending it down big peaks with nothing but loose junk and certain injury beneath your tires takes some serious guts. With an unlimited number of peaks to rampage on I have a feeling this is just the beginning for The Alaska […] Cycle Daryn Edmunds | July 19, 2013 4 Comments
Brain Labs Review: Pro-Tec Pinner-LT Knee Shin Guards | 25% Off Coupon Code Purpose: The Pro-Tec Pinner LT Knee Shin guard combo provide hard shell full length leg protection best suited for gravity mountain biking. The Pinner LT guards provide as much protection for the legs that you could ever want. Safe from pedal slips, flying rocks and anything else that might end up between your legs. Materials and Procedure: These pads were […] Gear Review Eric Behn | July 18, 2013 1 Comment
Whistler Update | ‘Top Of The World’ Open for 2013 Now open is one of Whistler Mountain Bike Parks’ newest trails: Top Of The World. Opened in 2012, the trail was the first lift accessible alpine bike trails in North America. This past weekend, the world famous trail opened again for the 2013 mountain bike season. [We are] two weeks ahead of schedule from last year and a whole lot […] Cycle Eric Behn | July 16, 2013 2 Comments
Blackrock Bike Park, Oregon: July 4th-8th Conditions Report Words, video, and most photos by John Bamford. Blackrock’s Trail Sections: Basic Training: Green(easiest) Bonzai Downhill: Green Rating (easiest) Sickter Gnar: Blue Rating(intermediate) Slayer: Blue Rating(intermediate) Dino’s Runaround: Black Rating(most difficult) Sunday Stroll/Brake Check: Black Rating(most difficult) Grannies Kitchen: Black Rating(most difficult) Conditions Report: Blackrock’s trails were extraordinary this past weekend. The conditions couldn’t have been any better. The best […] Cycle Bevan Waite | July 11, 2013 3 Comments
Pro-Tec Shovelhead 2 | First Impressions Purpose: This summer we have had the opportunity to test and review the Pro-Tec Shovelhead 2 full face helmet. This helmet doesn’t break the budget, retailing for $129.95 USD but is a very solid and stylish looking helmet. Materials and Method: The first impressions have been obtained through a few days in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park and regular out-of-the-box inspection. […] Gear Review Eric Behn | July 8, 2013 1 Comment
Off-Season Training Tips: How to Train “Funner” Not Harder Single track- can’t beat it for fun or fitness! Photo: Dave Silver Photography. (editor’s note: Check out Zeb’s guide company blog and website for more details, especially if you’re interested in skiing or climbing Rainier or Shasta or Antarctica or anywhere really: Alpine Mountain Works. Zeb is currently guiding Mt. McKinley in Alaska) I’m no fitness expert, but I’ve put in […] Cycle Zeb Blais | June 27, 2013 1 Comment
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