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Ian Collins

[Interview] Giant Bicycles’ Andrew Juskaitis on eBikes

Lately we’ve been reaching out to folks in the MTB industry in search of opinions and insight on the complexities that inevitably come along with eBikes – more specifically on trail access in the United States, where tension in running high … Continue reading [Interview] Giant Bicycles’ Andrew Juskaitis on eBikes →

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Ian Collins

[Interview] Specialized on eBikes: Trail Access & the Future of Design

We recently took a trip up to the Specialized headquarters in Morgan Hill, California for a chat with MTB Category Manager, Joe “Buck” Buckley and Global Public Relations Manager, Sean Estes. As eBikes find their way into the two wheel … Continue reading [Interview] Specialized on eBikes: Trail Access & the Future of Design →

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Ian Collins

[Road to Rampage] Thomas Genon

For our last Road to Rampage feature, we’re catching up with Thomas Genon, better known as Tommy G. The French slopestyle rider isn’t afraid to send it on DH bikes and busted out one of the sickest moves last year … Continue reading [Road to Rampage] Thomas Genon →

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[Road to Rampage] Darren Berrecloth

For our next “Road to Rampage” feature, we’re touching base with freeride legend himself, Darren “Claw” Berrecloth. The B.C. rider has attended year after year and has taken some of the ballsiest lines on the hill. This year he’s looking … Continue reading [Road to Rampage] Darren Berrecloth →

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Ian Collins

[Road To Rampage] Tom VanSteenbergen

Continuing on with our Road to Rampage series, we were just brought up to speed with Tom VanSteenbergen. As one of many BC freeriders in the event (including his brother Bas), he’s looking to have a huge result and isn’t … Continue reading [Road To Rampage] Tom VanSteenbergen →

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Ian Collins

[Road To Rampage] Vincent Tupin AKA “Vinny T”

For a while now, Vinny T has been making a solid case that he’s a worthy Rampage candidate. The French freerider has gained a serious following over the last few years with his steezy style on steep loamers and in … Continue reading [Road To Rampage] Vincent Tupin AKA “Vinny T” →

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[Road To Rampage] Andreu Lacondeguy

For the last couple of weeks, we’ve been getting charged up about Rampage and have spent some time connecting with various riders as they prepare to head to Utah for the biggest freeride event of the year. Unquestionably one of … Continue reading [Road To Rampage] Andreu Lacondeguy →

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[Road To Rampage] Kyle Strait

Over the span of the last couple of weeks, we’ve been talking to various Red Bull Rampage athletes and picking their brains regarding preparation for the biggest event in freeride. Just recently we caught up with one of 3 two … Continue reading [Road To Rampage] Kyle Strait →

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[Road to Rampage] Reed Boggs

As we get closer and closer to Rampage, we’ve been going through a series of quick lowdowns from a handful of riders – both vets and newcomers alike. Last week we chatted with Tyler McCaul and new guy/Virgin, Utah local Ethan Nell. … Continue reading [Road to Rampage] Reed Boggs →

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[Road to Rampage] Carson Storch

We’ve been spending time catching up with various freeriders competing in Red Bull Rampage lately. Last week we caught up with Tyler McCaul and Ethan Nell; this week we’re having a chat with Red Bull athlete Carson Storch. Carson 360’d … Continue reading [Road to Rampage] Carson Storch →

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[Road to Rampage] Ethan Nell

As we lead up to Rampage, we’re checking in with various athletes who are laying it all on the line for the big show in Virgin, Utah on October 27th. Last week we chatted with Tyler McCaul and for this feature, … Continue reading [Road to Rampage] Ethan Nell →

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[Road to Rampage] Tyler McCaul

This month, leading up to Red Bull Rampage on October 27th, we’re catching up with as many of the riders as we can in hopes of providing our readers with an insightful glimpse into the athletes’ lives leading up to the … Continue reading [Road to Rampage] Tyler McCaul →

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Simon Silver

[Video] ‘The Converted’ Micayla Gatto & Emil Johansson

It’s always a pleasure to watch a video that is creative and has a storyline to follow along with.  Quality film making and perfect trails made ‘The Converted’  by Team Pitchwork the winners of the Best Cinematography award at the … Continue reading [Video] ‘The Converted’ Micayla Gatto & Emil Johansson →

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Ian Collins

[Interview] Kevin Dana – Giant Bicycles

When Giant launched their latest version of the Trance we were fortunate enough to take part in an exclusive first ride aboard one in the Southern Chilcotin Mountains in British Columbia.  While along for this incredible ride we had some … Continue reading [Interview] Kevin Dana – Giant Bicycles →

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Alex Boyce

[Interview] SRAM’s EX1 Cassette Engineer Henrik Braedt

The cassette is the key and heart of any drive train. SRAM have well understood this with the surge in Ebikes and are focusing research and development on producing a pedal assist drive train which we looked at recently. On … Continue reading [Interview] SRAM’s EX1 Cassette Engineer Henrik Braedt →

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Ian Collins

[Gallery] Brandon Semenuk – 10 Years w/ Trek – Behind the Scenes

A few weeks back, Brandon Semenuk was in Aptos filming a video for his 10th year anniversary on Trek Bikes.  It’s hard to believe the prolific 25 year old has been at it long enough to already be considered a veteran … Continue reading [Gallery] Brandon Semenuk – 10 Years w/ Trek – Behind the Scenes →