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A closer look at what’s new in cycling and the outdoors.

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News & Trends

The Stash Brief: Gravel Worlds, Future Drivetrains, E-Bike Rules & Vermette’s Title

Gravel Worlds heads to Nannup, Taichung hints at future drivetrains, California tightens e-bike sales rules, and Asa Vermette takes the downhill overall.

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The Stash Brief: A Helmet Recall, Moots’ Build Decisions & Five Ten’s Next Freerider

A children’s helmet recall, Moots build compatibility, a replacement pump head, a DIY frame bag, and Five Ten’s flat-versus-clipless Freerider decision.

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The Stash Brief: Wolf Tooth Hubs, Smarter Route Planning & Ergon’s GA3 Successor

Wolf Tooth pairs its hub shells with Enve internals, BIKEPACKING.com filters routes by riding month, and Ergon’s GMS takes over from the GA3.

Gear worth a closer look

Blue hydration pack with mesh shoulder straps, chest buckle and drinking hose.

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Gear guide

Hydration packs: water, storage and fit

Compare Osprey Raptor 14, CamelBak M.U.L.E. 12 and EVOC RIDE 12 by included reservoir, packing needs and fit checks.

Close-up of a worn silver flat bicycle pedal with traction pins.

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Gear guide

MTB flat pedals: platform and grip

Compare Crankbrothers Stamp 7, the current Race Face Chester and DMR Vault by platform dimensions, pin design and serviceability before choosing a pedal.