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Road Rash Wound Care

Road Rash Wound Care

“Road rash” abrasions are super painful, and difficult to treat. Read our tips on how to care for these wounds.

How to Layer for the Pacific Northwest

How to Layer for the Pacific Northwest

Here in the Pacific Northwest, knowing how to layer your clothing will help keep you dry and warm, and enjoying your outdoor activities.

Gearing up for a Bikepacking Epic

Gearing up for a Bikepacking Epic

Read about the gear Corbin Hudacek and Jamie Van Beek used during their seven-day bikepacking project from Hood River to Canada.

How to Choose Cycling Shorts

How to Choose Cycling Shorts

In the world of bicycling gear, shorts are often an afterthought. They’re not as exciting as an airy new helmet or adding another gear to your drivetrain. Some riders don’t ...

Swiftwick Merino Wool @ Bridle Trails

Swiftwick Merino Wool @ Bridle Trails

We recently tested Swiftwick’s Pursuit Ultralight and Pursuit Hike socks. Merino wool and olefin fibers wick sweat and cushion the feet.

Beginner's Guide to MTB in Seattle

Beginner’s Guide to MTB in Seattle

Seattle is known for many things: fish markets, sports teams, and rainy weather to name a few. But what many folks don’t know is that we have some of the ...

The n + 1: Oakley Flak 2.0 XL w/ Day & Night Contrast Lenses

The n + 1: Oakley Flak 2.0 XL w/ Day & Night Contrast Lenses

A review of Oakley Flak 2.0 XL frames mated with Transitions Day & Night Contrast photochromic lenses. Also, a primer about photochromics.

Women Gear Up for Bikepacking

Women Gear Up for Bikepacking

Although pure speculation, based on the posts I’m seeing, women cyclists in the Northwest (and beyond?) have far greater enthusiasm for gravel riding than road riding. The rationale is simple: ...

Gearing up for Bikepacking

Gearing up for Bikepacking

Some of the most avid bikepacking cyclists in the Northwest share their insights about how to choose bikepacking gear that works.

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