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Nelson, B.C. – Get ready to kick off a summer of riding with the Homegrown Bike Show, a celebration of Canadian handmade bikes taking place at Torchlight Brewing Co. on Saturday, June 1, from 5-10 pm…

In the latest episode of Race Metal, Miguel Ovalles takes on the Belgian Waffle Ride. While the race didn’t go well on paper, Miguel felt it was a huge success, thanks to one crucial thing…

Many thanks to Cyclologic in Scottsdale for getting Miguel dialed in on his bike fit.

Thesis Bike, known for its OB1, or “one bike” model, just announced a sneak peek at its forthcoming N1 model, a titanium chassis road bike that can adapt from road tires to up to 27.5 x 2.25″ tires by turning a few simple bolts…

Forge + Bond, the carbon manufacturer known for its recyclable bicycle wheels and components, just announced an all-new set of road wheels…

As seen in our Sea Otter Classic coverage, ORNOT just released these extremely packable Micro Musettes, made in collaboration with artist Chris Mcnally ($38). The Chris Mcnally Micro Musette is an extremely packable version of the classic cycling accessory. Whether you’re carrying a spare set of clothes, sandwiches for all your friends, or extra shoes, it’s designed to accommodate everything within reason. Roll on over to ORNOT to check them out!

What could be a better mode of transportation for five young B.C. shredders embarking on classic southern B.C. roadtrip than an old skoolie dubbed the Cool Bus? With the legendary freeride TV shows from the 2000s serving as inspiration and Shimano’s new gravity shoes on their feet, Jacob Murray, Natasha Miller, Lucy Van Eesteren, Mateo Quist and Ryder Bulfone climb aboard the Cool Bus and set out on a four-day, 1,000-kilometer pilgrimage into the past.

Sanitas Bikes, profiled here on The Radavist last year, just announced its new sibling to its Root hardtail. the Tap Root. This titanium chassis trail bike was designed to be the most versatile model in Sanitas’ lineup…

August Bicycles recently restocked its Light Bracket Barrel Nuts (£15). These smart pieces of hardware configure to either a V1 Salsa, Thomson, or Mason Cycles seatpost clamps and allow you to attach your Supernova E3 to them, optimizing space and simplifying the mounting of a generator hub-powered rear lamp. They’re in stock and shipping today from August Bicycles.

Chris King Precision Components has streamlined hub ownership and maintenance with a new Gen 4 hub line that uses universalized drivers and axles. This is not a performance-based evolution. King’s in-house signature bearings and proprietary RingDrive system remain, but these new Gen 4 hubs make service and upgrades more effortless and less expensive. All this is done to lower the overall cost of ownership and increase the useful life of each hub. Check out more below.

Shredly, the trailblazer in women’s outdoor apparel brand renowned for its vibrant and performance-driven designs, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest collaboration: the Shredly x Marley Blonsky Capsule Collection. In partnership with Marley Blonsky, esteemed cyclist and co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes, this limited edition collection brings together Marley’s and Shredly’s mission: celebrating diversity and empowering cyclists and athletes of all shapes and sizes. Available today at Shredly.com.

Cotic’s steel full-suspension bikes are something else, and next week, John will tell you why with his FlareMAX review, the little sibling to the RocketMAX. Let’s focus on this RocketMAX and its new color, Golfie Green. This stunner of a paint job is now available to order on RocketMAXs and joins Copper Orange in the color choices for the RocketMAX. These frames are made in the UK, in Scotland by the talented lads at Five Land Bikes, with every single Cotic bike built to order at our Chesterfield HQ. For sale as either frame only (from £2199 inc UK VAT) or a complete bike (from £3299 inc UK VAT) built to the spec of your choice; Your Bike Built for You, sold directly to customers worldwide. All the details on the RocketMAX can be found at Cotic.

“South Mountain Sunset” is the fifth layout of the Radavist 2024 Calendar. It was shot with a Canon R5 and a Canon f2.8 24-70, in Phoenix, AZ. Photographed by John Watson.

“John and Josh got in one last photoshoot on South Mountain before the heat rolled into the Sonoran Desert and the greater Phoenix area.”

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The mobile background this month is of a glorious saguaro rising over a wildflower bloom. Click here to download May’s Mobile Wallpaper.

To celebrate 85 years since Rene Herse made the world’s lightest touring bike, the company is offering Limited Editions of its most popular models with all-black Endurance casings. “Because some bikes simply look better with all-black tires,” wrote Jan and Natsuko of Rene Herse Cycles. Quantities are limited, prices are the same as their regular tires, and performance is identical, too. Check out more at Rene Herse Cycles.

Germany-based Magura and SQ Lab are hoping to get you fit better on your braking system thanks to a new ergonomics checklist the two brands announced last week. Based on a variety of metrics, you can fine-tune your brake lever setup, grip spec, and more. The metrics are very easy, such as the graph illustrated above, stating that size small hands need 2 cm of brake lever extension, medium hands need 3 cm, and large hands 4 cm. There are even metrics for handlebar height and brake lever angles.

If you’re interested in pain-free riding, this one is an interesting read. Do so at Magura.

Shorts? What shorts? I don’t see any shorts.

Search and State’s Field Shorts just got a camo print for spring/summer 2024, and we’re digging them! The Field Shorts feature an 8″ inseam and are made in New York City with local materials from the NYC fabric district. Over time, they soften and break in from riding and everyday wear. Check out more at Search and State.

Skateboarding brand Palace just announced a collaboration with folding bike company Brompton, and we’re not mad about it. Check out more at Palace Skateboards.

BIG NEWS! President Biden just announced the designation of two expanded national monuments in California: Molok Luyuk and San Gabriel National Monument. Find out more here.

McKenzie Barney has put on a limited-time 40% discount watch code for her film Cycling The World to anyone currently on a bicycle adventure of their own. It’s something she would have loved while she was on her trip–an on-adventure discount code–so she’s sharing the love through her favorite two-wheelin’ publication!

Grab the code below!