Last December I spoke with some friends over at Lake Cycling about their new shoe that was quietly released, the MX145, about reviewing a set. I’m not one for big heavy boots when I ride and have had little interest in the past of such models. I’d sooner freeze my toes off, stuffing my […]
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DIY Winter Flat Soled Boots
Eric is a 34-year old fat-bike, x country, downhill cyclist and hails from Val-d’Or north west of Quebec Canada He contacted us with a nifty mod he did to a pair of Sorel boots to give him soles like his favorite summer flats! He wanted me to correct grammar but if you think like a French Canadian […]
New Product – 45NRTH Fasterkatt – Transition Season / Cyclocross Shoe
45NRTH just released a transition season / cyclocross shoe designed for 25 – 45 degree comfort. I could see this as a great waterproof, foul weather, beach riding shoe as well. Retail is set at $225 and will be headed out to dealers in October. More information is available at http://45nrth.com/
Zapatos del Fuego ♦ Zito’s Lake MXZ303 Review
Written By : Chris Zito Way back when I was pounding the mean streets of Milwaukee shuttling other peoples packages and shit around town, I picked up a pair of the Lake winter boots that were toted as being “the bomb” in winter riding foot apparel. And they were. I rode them heartily through a […]
Lake MXZ303 – First Impressions
How could I resist the chance to test out a pair of Lake’s newly designed MXZ303 winter cycling boots…I mean, they have my freak’n name emblazoned across the side of them and (like many of us) I’ve worn an older model of Lake’s winter boot for years. About a month ago our amigos at Stage […]
New Foot Gear from Gore Bike Wear
Gomez, Mr. Jim and I will be sporting and testing a couple of winter footwear products from Gore Bike Wear. The “Road SO Overshoes” do a lot like what it sounds. They go over your cycling shoe and protect your foot with patented Gore tech that you may already be familiar with like Gore-tex and […]
Interbike 2012 – Live from the Show Floor
By Gomez on September 19, 2012 in Accessories, Apparel, Components, Events, FatBikes, Footwear, Interbike, Tires, Tops
Sven has been here before, but today was my first time in the maze called Interbike. We popped my interbike cherry today, to bring you all of the fat…all of the time! Just like we promised! Phil Wood fat-bike design exercise! Custom Fork crowns on the Manitou Fork. 185mm Cassette Hub. Also available in lower […]
NEW! 45NRTH’s Winter Cycling Boot – Wölvhammer
Have you been waiting to hear what 45NRTH has been teasing us with, all summer? Today is the day you get to meet Wölvhammer! We spoke with David Gabrys from 45NRTH and asked a few questions about these much anticipated, new boots. Wölvhammer Cycling Boot What Sizes will be available? Sizes 38-50 (full sizes, there […]
Warm Feet are Happy Feet – by Mike Curiak
Since I was a kid I’ve ridden year-round. Living in MI, MN, and the mountains of Colorado, I’ve had more than my fair share of cold feet through the decades. It wasn’t until I started riding and racing in Alaska that I finally got tired of it and decided to do something proactive to prevent […]
Mini Review – Kamik Canuck Boots
Fat-bike riding friend, Tony Berger, wrote up this review of his now favorite fat-biking boots, the Kamik Canucks. Thanks, Tony! OH CRAP The Full Moon Beach Ride is Saturday and it’s slated to be in the 20’s or colder with a serious wind. I forgot to order a decent set of waterproof boots and decide […]
Time Tested – Sorel Conquest Boots
For the last three winters, when the temps fall into the lower 20’s, I reach for my pair of Sorel Conquests. Whether it’s snow-blowing the drive, snow-shoeing or riding my pugs, these boots keep my feet warm and comfortable. The Conquests combine exceptional warmth with technical fabrics and comfortable fit. They feature full-grain leather and synthetic […]