the circles japan ral exposure is a 26″ rim brake atb – john watson
Cari and John stayed in Japan after the Bespoked Osaka show and have been hanging out with the Circles fam in Nagoya. While there, he documented the newest product from Circles' in-house outdoor brand, Ride Alive, or RAL for short. The RAL Exposure is a 26" steel rim brake ATB, designed for commuting and mixed terrain riding. Let's check out this $500 frameset below! Circles is a shop based in Nagoya, Japan. Ten years ago, I did an in-depth Shop Visit on the multi-faceted culture surrounding the bike shop, including its brands Sim Works and RAL, or Ride Alive. Since…
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reader’s rig: andis’s curve kevin
Our Reader's Rig of the week comes from Andis in Switzerland, who presents his titanium Curve GXR, better known as the Kevin...
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when a lot of trees fall in the woods…
Through deadfall and determination, Alex completed the grueling course in 6 days and 12 hours. Second Growth is a short film about the Oregon Timber Trail, seen through Alex Schultz’s 2026 race across the 700-mile route. Come along for a look at the challenges faced along the way, and a glimpse at what lies ahead for this triple-crown-level route.
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coros dura 2 solar review: big upgrade, bigger price
Neil's latest review digs into his experience with the COROS DURA 2 Solar, a new bike computer that claims to improve on the first model...
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susie ketchum’s hand adorned 1989 mountain goat deluxe – john watson
We've shared a few works from William “Jeff” Lindsay of Mountain Goat over the past several years, but this 1989 Mountain Goat Deluxe ups the ante in terms of frame finish. Once again, Tasshi Dennis and John Watson team up for a deep dive into the world of Vintage Bicycles... 1989 Mountain Goat Deluxe: What’s in a Name? Italian road bike companies were often named after their founders (Ugo De Rosa, Ernesto Colnago, Edoardo Bianchi, Faliero Masi), as were the earliest mountain bike companies in the United States (Tom Ritchey, Charlie Cunningham, Jeffrey Richman, Joe Breeze). Soon after this followed…
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introducing route alerts: a call for route stewardship
We just rolled out an expanded Route Alerts system designed to help riders navigate changing conditions, potential hazards, and contribute...
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manual photo lab is nyc chinatown's new kid on the block
The brand goes offline with its first permanent home — part shop, film lab, and hangout.
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outer shell for jra: swedish saddlebags
JRA's Tim Willis fell in love with the Outer Shell Saddle Bags when he bought one from Box Dog Bikes in San Francisco some years ago. For JRA's latest collaboration, he pinged the team at Outer Shell to make some Sweden-inspired Saddle Bags from 1000D Cordura from Seattle Fabrics and custom all-over print 15” Voile straps. If you just want the strap, go here. Perfect for filling with Swedish Fish, meatballs or maybe just a flat fixing kit. Each bag will come with some BIKE stickers and other goodies. Use code PICKUP if you want to pick up locally in Seattle. Scoop up…
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the tout terrain catalina is a derailleur-driven bikepacking hardtail
German brand Tout Terrain is shaking things up with today’s announcement of its debut drailleur-based 29er, the Catalina...
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sim works doppo ronin frameset in golden moss
Sim Works' flat or drop bar all-rounder, the Doppo Ronin, now comes in Golden Moss, a rich, deep green color that sparkles in the sun. The name Ronin (浪人) signifies "wandering the world without being bound by anything." This ethos is reflected in its design, emphasizing versatility within the many standards and conventions of an ever evolving bicycle landscape. It accommodates a wide range of preferred configurations and tire sizes, offering greater flexibility. The bike that you select for 90% of the riding you do—this is the essence of Ronin as a tool. Doppo Ronin's non-boost chassis is convertible between…
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the kyoot flat pack pizza rack clamps to your headtube
The new Kyoot Flat Pack Pizza Rack is a heatube-mounted system that provides greater cargo capacity without additional mounts...
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the radavist podcast ep 08: nicolette jones on riding, hiking, and skiing…
Nicolette Jones's experience with the Colorado Trail doesn't stop at the bike—she's skied it and thru-hiked it too. Racing the CTR this past summer marked Nicolette Jones's sixth trip down the Colorado Trail—and she still thinks that biking is the easiest method of travel after also thru-hiking and skiing it. In the past few years since Nicolette first raced the CTR (as her intro to bikepack racing), she's quickly racked up some impressive results, finishing first in the women's field in the CTR the past three years (and setting course records along the way), winning the AZT 300, and finishing…
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ride concepts livewire shoe review – sam hodges
After blowing through pairs of MTB flat shoes every six months, Sam Hodges decided to give the Ride Concepts Livewire a try. Do the Livewire shoes hold up to daily thrashing on Moab's techie trails? Read Sam's review below... Ride Concepts Livewire Quick Hits $122 Colors: Charcoal (reviewed), Black, Olive Sizes: Men's: 7-15 Women's: 5-10 High Grip rubber outsole Cup outsole is glued and stitched for durability and delivers ultimate pedal feel Dual-density EVA insole provides additional support and cushioning Traditional lace closure Anti-bacterial mesh lining controls odor TPU toe and heel protection with reinforced anti-abrasion film Fully gusseted tongue…
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state bicycle co 4130 8 speed road
State Bicycle Co has been listening to the people with its two latest releases, including its 4130 8 Speed Road ($649.99)... Affordable at $649.99 and with rim brakes, this new road bike is a budget-friendly beginner road bike built to handle double duty as a commuter. Double-butted chromoly, timeless road aesthetics, and a price that can’t be matched. Integrated shifters put shifting where your hands already are, 38 mm tires handle imperfect roads, and rim brakes keep it light, low-maintenance, and easy for almost anyone to understand. Every interface uses common standards for easy sourcing, replacement, and upgrades. The perfect…
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1up usa recon rack and rakattach: a long term review – paul kalifatidi
1Up USA makes all of its bike racks in Dickeyville, Wisconsin, including its vertical carry Recon Rack. These racks and accessories are known for superior build quality, durability, and repairability, so it's not often that they need to update their designs. In 2024, 1Up released an update to the Recon Rack, a vertical carry rack designed to haul several bikes. For the past year, Paul has been using one in combination with the RakAttach hitch receiver swing-out. Follow along for his review of the mk. 2 Recon Rack and mk.3 RakAttach from 1Up USA. The vertical carry rack is a…
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the leatt limited nukeproof axess racing capsule collection
Leatt is celebrating an exciting season with the Nukeproof Axess Racing (NAR) team by releasing a limited-edition capsule collection. As the 2026 World Cup enters its final phase, one thing is clear: nothing compares to the unbridled emotion of downhill racing. Leatt harnesses this energy with a radical creative direction that’s become the distinctive livery of the NAR team. The team livery draws it’s inpsiration from the euphoric energy of 1990s rave culture and the excitement of the modern World Cup downhill circuit. “Downhill racing isn’t simply about performance,” says Mille Johnset, NAR’s standout Norwegian rider. “It’s the stoke, the…
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reader’s rig: pete skelton’s medusa kangal
In this feature edition of Reader’s Rig, we introduce UK-based builder Pete Skelton and share his Medusa Kangal bikepacking rig...
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once upon a time the blood of dawnwalker's timer mechanic was a…
"This is the purpose of the main story, not to create a challenge for it."
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steven edwards: selected works, 2025-2026
Striped Fold XXIX Striped Fold XXIX Analogous Fold II Dip Fold III Dip Fold IV Dip Fold IV, detail Monochromatic
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the problem with achieving your dreams (video)
After a decade of riding nearly 100,000 kilometers around the globe, Tristan Ridley's latest video explores a paradox...
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campandgoslow and rockgeist framebags – john watson
Campandgoslow began as a sticker and, over the years, has evolved into a brand with an extensive list of bag-maker collaborations. The latest is North Carolina-based Rockgeist. John had a custom framebag made for his Meriwether Ponderosa and has some thoughts. Let's check it out... Campandgoslow Rockgeist Framebags Quick Hits Full bags and Wedge bags $240 (includes shipping) Half bags $220 (includes shipping) Variable Velcro attachment to the top tube near your stem. This allows compatibility with your choice of top tube bag. All bags without bolt-on or lace-up attachments will default to Velcro connections. Drive-side main zippered compartment giving…
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2026 bespoked dresden picks 02: avalanche, black sheep, drust, la fraise, stolen,…
Guten morgen! We're back in Saxony at the Flughafen Dresden for the 2026 Bespoked Dresden showcase. Paul and John spent the weekend at the world's largest framebuilder showcase, selecting bikes to document for The Radavist's coverage of the event. Check out our second batch of picks from Avalanche, Black Sheep, Drust, La Fraise, Stolen, and Vanwoid below! The Radavist thanks Brooks England for sponsoring our 2026 Bespoked Dresden coverage and our independent Reportage! Avalanche Cycles Titanium Gravel Bike - John Watson Paris, France-based Avalanche Cycles is a favorite. Marie Kervella and Laurent Beurriand consistently turn out exceptional bikes packed with beautiful…
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ratking spite rack is a lightweight (269g) front rack with a integrated light mount
With no tombstone, the RatKing Spite can be used with a Cradle or similar to double up on dry bags. Use it as a bag support or throw your skateboard on it. Zip-tie a basket to it, ya deviant. A removable, adjustable, ambidextrous light mount is included. As always, good straps and basic technique will keep your cargo from falling through the open platform. Don't go OTB... Ratking Spite Rack Quick Hits 4.5 × 8" platform Weighs 269 g with uncut 355 mm struts + light mount 6 kg load limit Removable, adjustable, ambidextrous light mount included 2.4" Max Tire…
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2026 bespoked dresden: drust cycles – john watson
Guten morgen! We're back in Saxony at the Flughafen Dresden for the 2026 Bespoked Dresden showcase. On this rainy Sunday morning, we've got a special feature from the Berlin-based Drust Cycles... The Radavist thanks Brooks England for sponsoring our 2025 Bespoked Dresden coverage and our independent Reportage! Konstantin Drust finally won the award for "Best Cargo Bike" at the 2026 Bespoked Dresden showcase. The Berlin-based builder displayed two complete bicycles at his booth, which he shared with his apprentice Kata Rasch from Rasch Cycles (more on her later). With a whopping 100+ photos of these creations, we're giving Drust its own…
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one week left to keep roads out of public lands!
Comments on a plan to rescind protections for nearly 45 million acres of public land and 11,000 miles of bike trails are due Sept. 21, 2026...
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al-ballut bikepacking experience
The Al-Ballut Bikepacking Experience links 17 villages together in an enchanting gravel bike journey to the heart of Los Pedroches.
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cicli pucci custom painted ron’s bikes for blue lug : a globetrotting…
For a special run of Ron's Bikes Blue Lug edition frames, the Japanese retailer pinged painter and artist Jonny Pucci to create bikes unlike anything the brand has sold before... Wedged between Tucson, Arizona, and Nogales, Mexico, is a land seemingly purpose-built for wandering and reflection. Where desert plants intermingle with rolling grasslands that suddenly give way to isolated mountains, rising dramatically to create biologically distinct islands in the sky. This desert landscape near Arizona’s southern border feels like a kind of balm for the soul, and with an endless patchwork of varying gravel roads and single-track paths, a cyclist…
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velocio unveils fall-winter 2026 apparel collection
Velocio's latest apparel collection features a broad range of road, gravel, and trail-focused pieces for the colder months ahead...
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rockymounts backstage swingaway long-term review: the bike rack for van dwellers
Find Miles' review of the Rockymounts BackStage Swing Away Bike Rack after six years of van travels across Canada, the US, and Mexico...
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panorama taiga 2 sees updates and new geo
The Panorama Taiga 2 received several small updates and has revised geometry better suited to technical trails. Check it out here...
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friday debrief: stooge hotdogger, toothpaste docker, reissued jamis komodo, and more…
This week’s Debrief features camp gizmos and the toothpaste docker, the reissued Jamis Komodo, a Stooge hotdogger, a Thomson/Blue Lug collab
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2026 made bike show picks 06: after hours, chapman, darwin, desalvo, moots,…
Team Radavist is on the ground at the 2026 Made Bike Show, documenting a selection of bikes. Spencer, Paul, and John perused the available offerings and selected bikes from After Hours, Chapman, Darwin, DeSalvo, Moots, Prova, Significant Other, Stinner Frameworks, and Trash Panda. Read on for a jam-packed gallery full of details in our Picks 06 post! The Radavist thanks Shimano for sponsoring our Made Bike Show coverage and our independent Reportage! After Hours Muscle Car Road Bike - Paul Kalifatidi If you checked in at the desk at Made where you could buy merch, ask questions, or present your knife…
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wildcard rally 2026: a cycling rally with no route and many ways…
The Wildcard Rally challenged riders to cover as much distance as possible between two points. Watch the 2026 event video here...
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2026 made bike show picks 04: broakland, buendia, hoff, jeffery bock, memento,…
Team Radavist is on the ground at the 2026 Made Bike Show, documenting a selection of bikes. Spencer, Paul, and John perused the available offerings and selected bikes from Broakland, Buendia, Hoff, Jeffery Bock, Memento, Paladin, Quarry, Reeb, and Retrotec. Read on for a jam-packed gallery full of details for our fourth gallery from the show... The Radavist thanks Shimano for sponsoring our Made Bike Show coverage and our independent Reportage! Broakland Super Toobz - Spencer Harding I was shocked to see Broakland on the builder map for the Made Bike Show this year; I had to double-check the year.…
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How the Ancient Greeks Interpreted Their Dreams
How the Ancient Greeks Interpreted Their Dreams: Certain concepts such as metaphor may derive from early dream interpretation
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pre-made 2026: an afternoon with la marche bike co
Ahead of this year's MADE bike show, we stopped by the La Marche Bike Co. space inside the Chris King factory. Find our visit here...
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the cascade cougar: a black cat bicycles fundraiser for oakridge trails alliance…
It's been a whole year since the team at Paul Component Engineering in Chico built up a fundraiser bike! While John was in Chico on the long, slow road to the 2026 Made Bike Show, he hung out with the Paul crew and documented The Cascade Cougar. This Black Cat Bicycles drop-bar 29er is being raffled off as a fundraiser for Oakridge Trails Alliance. Read on for a project introduction by California Travis and a dusty gallery jam-packed with Chico magic from the team at Paul and John... The Cascade Cougar is a hand-built drop bar 29er made by Black…
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silca launches gravel and road tires with the all-new protocol lineup
Silca just announced the launch of its Protocol tire lineup. The brand took a fresh approach, distilling XC mountain bike performance into high-efficiency gravel and road tires engineered for modern air pressures and rim standards. Let's check out the lineup... Silca’s inverse proportional design pairs larger tire volumes with thinner, high-density 120 TPI casings. At modern, lower inflation pressures, reduced tension across the casing threads allows Protocol tires to naturally deflect impact forces. Protocol tires reduce flats while delivering exceptional compliance, reduced weight, and lower rolling resistance. Key Features incorporated throughout the Protocol range: Pulsar Compound: Formulated using solution-polymerized styrene…
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