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Just Landed: Evil Following V3

It was only a few short years back, when Evil introduced the original Following. Kevin Walsh wanted to make a 29er that he didn't hate. Not only did he not hate his creation, he absolutely loved what he dreamed up and the Following ushered in a new era of big wheel bikes meant to get rowdy on. Now, Evil introduces us to an all-new version. Can it redefine the category once again? Check out the details below from Evil's Following V4 press release.

YouTube - The Best Jackets for Winter Riding

Take a look at five of our top rated winter jackets. Highly regarded by both our customers and employees, these jackets have all the features you need to ride your bike during the cold winter months. It's time to bundle up and get out there for a ride!

YouTube - Shimano 12 Speed Mountain Drivetrains

Shimano is renowned in the cycling industry for making exceptional products that are reliable. In 2019 the company upgraded their mountain drivetrains from 11-speed to 12-speed. Along with the extra gear, the new drivetrains feature other improvements providing even smoother shifting and enhanced reliability.

YouTube - Specialized Mountain Bike Tires

We took a trip up to the Specialized Headquarters in Morgan Hill, California to check out Specialized's line up of mountain bike tires. From XC racing to aggressive Downhill, Specialized has a tire for every discipline of mountain biking. Coming in multiple compounds, tread patterns, and sidewalls, there is a Specialized tire out there for every bike.

YouTube - How to cut Magura Brake Lines

Today, in The Mechanic's Corner, James show's us how to cut and trim Magura brake lines so you don't have to bleed them afterwards. Bleeding a brake can be difficult, so avoid the hassle of doing it by following these easy steps. Can you guess where James is from, from his accent?

YouTube - Review: Intense Sniper Trail Mountain Bike

The Intense Sniper Trail mixes the disciplines of cross-country and trail riding. It offers outstanding pedaling efficiency blended with capable geometry on a full-suspension platform. If you looking for a bike to take on the occasional trail ride, but still has the ability to crank out long days of XC riding, check out the Sniper Trail.