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News & Trends

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.

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.

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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.

Pale sealant residue and clumps inside a removed tubeless bicycle tire beside its wheel.

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Gear guide

Tubeless sealant for dry climates

Compare three tubeless sealants by maintenance needs, installation and tire compatibility, with practical advice for riding in dry conditions.