Suspension stems aren't really anything new. In the early 1990s, we mountain bike friends were already debating whether a suspension fork or a suspension stem made more sense. Eventually, suspension stems disappeared from the sporty segment, primarily because good, long-travel suspension forks became available. There were still a few... read more
Product News: XC racing has many faces, from the tactical pro racer who leaves nothing to chance to the amateur racer who prefers sprinting to the tree stump for some air time to building up his stamina for the next climb. Just like any other sport, cross-country racing has many faces, and just as many preferences when it comes to components. The… read more
Product news: The Millenium series from Sixpack Racing is aimed at fans of smooth gravity sports. The current range includes a variety of components "Engineered in Germany" that appeal to enduro riders as well as downhill pros. Now, the company based near Ravensburg is expanding the line with a CNC-machined stem made of... read more
Test: Due to their aerodynamics and stiffness, they're now indispensable in professional cycling, and for ambitious and style-conscious road cyclists, stem and handlebar cockpit combos are also a great alternative to traditional modules. We tested the Syncros RR1.0 Carbon Aero, a high-quality cockpit from Scott's own brand. Syncros RR1.0 Carbon - ... read more
Market: We first spotted Forestal's stylish stem a few weeks ago on Pivot man Volker Knaus's bike. I was hooked! The look is great, it's well-made, and it's also made in Barcelona. Since I really appreciate it when thinkers implement their ideas themselves and thus become doers, I'd like to introduce you to Forestal. I had to... read more
