Minnesota machining Masters, Wolf Tooth Components (WTC), have added four fun colors to the Morse Cargo Cage line. The Morse Cargo Cage is unique in that it carries the same dot-dash mounting system as WTC’s uber-popular Morse Cage. This system allows for many mounting options for the user.

Now along with Black, the new colors added to the line are Olive, Espresso, Raw Silver, and Gold (for that extra cargo bling).

The Morse Cargo Cage is designed to increase the ability to bring stuff on your bicycle. This makes the cage ideal for bikepacking, sef-supported racing, coffee outside gear, or any time you need more space on your ride.

It can fit fork bags, fat Nalgene bottles, or even a stout and tasty burrito. You can buy these versatile cages by themselves, or you can add a pair of WTC’s new Cargo Straps to help secure said burrito to the cage. The Cargo Straps are sold separately as well.

The Morse Cargo Cage fits perfectly on a fork with three-pack mounting. Not to mention, it will also fit anywhere there are bottle bosses. There are convenient bolt mounting points on the angled sides of the cage for added versatility.

This is especially helpful on forks that have bottle bosses on the front or the back. In this scenario, you may be able to mount two cages on one fork leg.

The Morse Cargo Cages are made in Minnesota, USA from durable and corrosion-resistant 5052 aluminum.

Morse Cargo Cage Retail & Detail

Cargo Cage: $39.95
Cargo Cage + 2 Straps: $51.95
One Cargo Strap: $8.95

• Vertical positioning adjustment up to 35mm with Morse dot-dash mount pattern
• Mount options in the center of the cage, as well as on the right and left sides
• Designed to fit fork bags, 32 oz. Nalgene bottles, and more
• Five colors: Black, Olive, Espresso, Raw Silver, and Gold
• Three stainless steel bolts included
• Cage weighs 60g without straps or bolts
• Made in Minnesota, USA
• Replacement parts available

Check out all of the stuff WTC is up to at the link below.

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Last month, Cory wrote a piece on the “2-Watt saving” Aero computer mount made by California’s Nano Worx. Nano Worx is at it again with a new product. But this time there will be no watt savings. Introducing their new Nano Worx Hook Lever Multi-Tool – it’s compact, lightweight, and very clever.

The Nano Worx Hook Lever Multi-Tool integrates a tire lever with three cleverly stowed tool bits in the handle. The bits are slid into the handle, one on top of the other. Once they are inside the handle the included o-ring is stretched around it to secure the tool bits.

The tool uses an integrated magnet that holds the bits in place while in use and keeps them quiet when stowed. The Nano Worx Hook Lever Multi-Tool looks great for the rider who needs to free up space and lighten up a saddle bag.

Buyer’s Choice…

Offering the three “buyer’s choice” bits is a unique way for the rider to stow only the tools used the most. The choices are three of the following: M6, M5, M4, M3, or a T25. With a combo of an M6 (highly recommended for axle removal), M5, and the T25 you can make simple adjustments to your steed. Add the integrated tire lever and you have what you need for a trailside flat repair.

Retail and Detail

Retail: $40

• Maximum torque: 20Nm
• Weight: 40g (fully assembled with 3 bits included)
• Dimensions: 11cm long, 2.3cm tapering to 1.5cm wide

Check out all of the cool bike stuff Nano Worx has to offer by hitting the link below.

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Despite the influx of in-frame or on-bike storage options, I don’t think hydration packs will ever disappear from mountain biking. They are an excellent option for hauling a lot of water, and extra layers for cool or wet rides. This year I got to test Thule’s AllTrail 10L pack and found it to be a solid pack for hauling plenty of water and cargo.

The AllTrail 10L offers a great magnet system to hold the bladder’s straw, and I was impressed by its durable and weather-resistant fabric. Its back panel ventilation is nothing special, but it is comfortable to wear. The AllTrail 10L’s functionality and construction quality meet my expectations from an established brand like Thule.

Thule AllTrail 10L Hydration Pack – Construction and Features:

Thule’s AllTrail 10L is a mid-sized hydration pack intended for biking or hiking. For storage, this pack offers a full-length main pocket, a zippered mesh pocket inside the main cargo area, a top pocket with a key clip and mesh dividers for small items, and two stretchy mesh side pockets. The pack’s dimensions are 9x5x18.5”.

This pack features Thule’s 2.5L bladder, which has a baffle inside to reduce movement from the water. The bladder’s slide-on top closure makes for easy filling and secure closing, and the mouthpiece has a lock-off. The AllTrail 10L includes a fabric loop to hold the bladder upright inside the pack.

One nifty and unique feature of the AllTrail 10L is Thule’s ReTrakt magnetic hose holder. A sleeve on the hose contains a long cylindrical magnet, which sticks to a similar magnet on the shoulder strap. The cover on the hose also hides the lower section of hose from sunlight and heat. This pack does not offer the option of routing your hose to either side; the magnet is fixed on the right shoulder strap.

Thule’s Air Mesh back panel aims to keep you cool and comfortable on the trails. However, while that name might suggest a floating mesh panel, it’s not that deluxe. The back panel features two full-length pads that are perforated and breathable. The inside of the shoulder straps are lined with the same material, but the straps themselves are not cut out or perforated.

The AllTrail 10L’s waist strap is detachable, and the sternum strap is height-adjustable. Thule included elastic loops to wrangle the loose ends of the waist straps and sternum straps. However, the shoulder straps get a plastic slider instead, which does leave the tail ends hanging.

A top carry handle makes it easy to move this pack around pre/post-ride, or during trailside stops. One web loop for attaching a rear light is located on the lower back. There are also two rows of semi-hidden webbing loops for attaching other accessories or cargo. All the zippers get string pulls for easy operation with gloved hands.

Eco-friendly folks will be pleased to know the AllTrail 10L is made with Bluesign-certified polyester main fabric and a PFC-free DWR CO coating.

Ride Impressions:

I’ve been riding the AllTrail 10L pack since spring, so it’s been put through a good number of test rides. The pack and bladder have had no functional issues at all. The pack is still in practically perfect condition, and the bladder hasn’t leaked a drop. One thing I was happy to notice was how well the straps stayed in place. I’ve had no slippage from the buckles on the shoulder, waist, or sternum straps. 

This pack offers a good amount of cargo space, but not a ton of pockets to divide up your stuff. The largest main pocket can carry any reasonably packable midlayer or jacket, with room to spare. There is one zippered mesh pocket inside for smaller items. Aside from that, you get a top pocket with two mesh pouches inside. All in all, you have five inside pockets to divide up your tools and cargo. The pack also has mesh pockets on both sides, providing further storage for items that don’t need to be zippered up and weather-protected.

The least impressive aspect of this pack is probably the Air Mesh back panel’s ventilation. It’s nothing fancy, just two large perforated pads. The pack is perfectly comfortable, but it’s not the coolest as it does contact a fairly large area of your back. As for the shoulder straps, I’ve seen lighter and more breathable designs from other brands.

While the dangling shoulder strap ends never posed a problem, I don’t like how Thule put plastic sliders on them instead of the elastic loops they used elsewhere. The sliders tend to slide up the straps and don’t do much to keep the loose ends from dangling freely. As some of the photos show, I left the packaging tape on the straps for several weeks since it kept them bundled up.

As for water, 2.5L is enough capacity to get most riders through a recreational day on the trails. The AllTrail 10L is not a huge pack, but I like how Thule stuck with a big bladder as it provides the option of hauling lots of water. The mouthpiece provides ample flow, and even though I never locked it off it didn’t leak once while I rode. 

Thule did win me over with their magnetic ReTrakt straw attachment! This design works very well, with a slight toss in the right direction the hose easily snaps back into place as you ride. Only once or twice during my testing, the straw did not return to the magnet strip, and a quick nudge got it secured. There is a clip above the magnet strip, but I was always able to drink without unclipping the hose. I don’t mind having the straw on the right side, but if you like yours on the left you’re out of luck with the AllTrail 10L.

After many test rides, I’m very impressed with the AllTrail pack’s durability and weather resistance. There are no abrasions, tears, or excess wear anywhere on the fabric, and it fended off light rain really well. More than once I rode in light to steady rain for about an hour, mostly exposed to the sky, and the pack held the rain off perfectly. Everything inside was bone dry and there were large beads of water sitting on the outer fabric. I also noticed the fabric seems pretty resistant to mud splatter, which doesn’t stain the pack easily.

Thule’s AllTrail 10L hydration pack retails for $109.95. It is available in Black, Pond (as tested), or Faded Khaki colors.

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We got a preview of it over the summer, but now the 2025 Leatt MTB clothing range is officially here. And there’s some great riding footage to get us psyched for a new season of hitting the trails in new shred-worthy mountain bike riding kit. The new 2025 line-up includes their all-new Women’s Trail & Enduro Apparel line, a new DH & gravity race kit developed with Pivot Factory Racing, and the simple low-cost Ride Kit 1.0 that pairs a set of long-sleeve jersey & pants combined for less than a hundred bucks for kids or adults…

2025 Leatt expanded mountain bike riding clothing line

Forgive me, but this is almost gonna seem like a regurgitated marketing press release from a new season of mountain bike riding clothing. But that’s kinda exactly what it is.

We already covered Leatt’s huge new move into MTB components in-depth this past July. There will be pedals, bars, stems, grips, and even a full-face-specific water bottle. All interesting new tech to geek out on with us. And at the time they teased us with new riding clothing too.

The big clothing news they gave us detail on then, were the sub $100 / 100€ sets of riding pants and long-sleeve jerseys that were meant to make their premium fit, quality materials, and style much more accessible to the average enduro and gravity mountain bike rider. And even cheaper for the next generation of kids shredding trails these days.

But they also promised more gender parity – expanding full Trail & Enduro line-ups for women. That’s a pretty big deal in our book.

Because what they had already offered for women was generally great – and has been some of my wife’s favorite riding gear for the past 2 years – but the options for women have always been quite limited.

So we’re happy to see more options for women. And we’ll definitely try to get a bunch of this new clothing in to test at the beginning of next season.

Plus, Leatt’s big deal is really protection, so there’s new knee & elbow pads, and new upper body protection vests, too.

OK, read on for the PR-speak directly from the mouths of Leatt…

All-New 2025 Leatt Women’s Trail range

Leatt’s new Women Trail jerseys are constructed from a Bluesign-approved fabric called IceYarn Knit, a quick-drying material. The casual T-shirts and long sleeves have subtle Leatt branding, with barely any logos visible apart from the small reflective branding at the back bottom hem (from $65 / 65€).

The new Women’s Trail shorts and pants include detachable chamois-liners and have a lightweight, flexible fit. The stretch of the waist and back panels ensure that the shorts or pants are comfortable from the first ride (from $99 / 99€).

All-New 2025 Leatt Women’s Enduro range

Leatt claims to have created THE Enduro pants and shorts for women. A flexible and supportive waist construction is combined with a 3-layer waterproof and taped seat liner. The result is full freedom of movement as well as complete waterproofing, no matter how muddy the saddle gets. The overall 4-way flex construction has an additional “DeFlextion” reinforcement in the seat area and knee section, making it as comfortable as durable. Storage comes in the form of five zippered pockets, one of which is mesh (from $99 / 109€).

Like the Trail range, the long and short-sleeved jerseys are made from IceYarn fabric. The prints and colorways are simple and understated, and the finish is super soft for sensitive skin. With laser-cut ventilation and an integrated goggle wiper, these jerseys have all the bases covered at a fair price point (from $65 / 65€).

Men’s premium Downhill 5.0 line-up

The 5.0 Gravity models are the result of all of Leatt’s R&D knowledge, plus the experience of the Pivot Factory Racing team. The 5.0 jersey uses state-of-the-art fabric construction technologies – the sleeves are made from a combination of CoWeave and DeFlextion materials. Using a custom-programmed 3D-knit, it has seamless transitions from ventilation areas into reinforcement areas. The sleeves have a tight fit, ideal for aerodynamics, while the torso section is looser to maximize freedom of movement.

The 5.0 Gravity pants also feature a CoWeave and DeFlextion seamless construction in the lower leg. The upper leg is made from a flexible, lightweight 4-way stretch fabric, while the seat area is enhanced with a bonded, waterproof liner. For a perfect fit around the waist, Leatt uses a slimline, lightweight, motocross-inspired Hypalon belt construction. Due to these advanced production techniques and the chosen high-end fabrics, the pants and jerseys aren’t cheap: Pants are $189 / 189€, Jerseys $99 / 99€.

The Ride Kit 1.0: ultra-affordable enduro, gravity & DH MTB riding sets

Less than 100 bucks for a jersey and pants set! And for kids, it’s less than 90.

The Ride Kit 1.0 shares the fit of the high-end 5.0 Gravity kit, but makes use of more “classic” fabrics and seam-stitched construction. The chosen material is still Bluesign-approved, flexible, breathable, and fast-drying. OK, fewer zippers & pockets and a simple moto-style buckle waist closure… but still some laser-cut vent holes and goggle wiper included.

This jersey-pant combo looks and feels way more expensive than it is. The cut and style, featuring minimal branding, makes it great for trail riding, as well. The pants and sleeves come in all black only, and the main body comes in a choice of black, grey, brown, or teal. Recommended retail pricing is: Adults $99 / 99€ and Kids (starting on a body height of 110cm) $89 / 89€ for set of both pants & long-sleeve jersey.

New 5.0 3DF EVO Pads protective gear

Leatt’s best-selling pads have been around for 8 years now. How to make a good product even better? Make it more lightweight, improve fit and breathability. That’s it.

The latest evolution of the 5.0 features a more ventilated, ergonomic 3DF pads, with a slightly lower profile. It is constructed with DeFlextion fabric, keeping it super robust, but still light and flexible. The main sleeve construction has also been ergonomically improved. The knee pad comes in three versions: a full-sleeve knee pad, a FastFit open-construction knee pad (no need to take the shoes off), and a knee-shin pad combo. Prices start from $99 / 109€. Elbow pads retail at $89 / 99€.

FlexMesh & FlexMesh Pro protectors get better ventilation

Leatt’s 2025 MTB range offers six new upper body protectors, including Chest and Backs-only. The biggest change has been made to the damping material and its construction, with the introduction of FlexMesh (single density) and FlexMesh Pro (dual-density) padding, a 3D mesh construction. Traditional damping material is heavy and bulky, and has small ventilation holes. Conversely, FlexMesh holes are bigger than the damping material itself, maximizing ventilation (Leatt claims plus 50%) and bringing the weight down by 11%. Flex joints allow for 3D flexing and a comfortable fit.

The hard shells covering the FlexMesh pads are also fully vented, and are available in black and white color options. Prices start at $179 / 189€ for a Chest/Back FlexMesh protector 4.5 Evo, and go up to the maximum protective product, the Body Protector 5.5 Evo (FlexMesh Pro at chest & back, plus additional flanks/rips, shoulder, and elbow protection) retailing at $349 / 379€.

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Northwave has a new pair of carbon-soled road bike shoes called Revolution, high-performance at a mid-tier price. And while there’s really nothing radically unique about them, the completely revamped shoes do look solid, delivering much of the performance of Northwave’s top-level pro road shoes, just with added comfort and the option for a wide fit to appeal to a broader group of recreational road riders.

Northwave Revolution carbon performance road bike shoes

Northwave says not to call it “mid-range” but that’s exactly what the Revolution road shoes are. They’ve been around for years a step below Northwave’s Extreme family. But now, just like last fall’s top-tier Veloce Extreme road shoe upgrade, the more affordable Revolutions are better than ever, too.

What’s new? What’s not new!

The revamped Northwave Revolution is pretty much all-new. The most obvious change on the outside is the new multi-layer laminated polyurethane synthetic upper. It now gets more advanced reinforcement around the instep & heel for improved support, plus laser-perforated holes on both sides & over the toebox for good ventilation. Plus, there’s a new laminated mesh tongue construction to also help keep your feet cool.

The next big shift is underneath. The new Northwave Revolution now features a stiffer 13/15 full injection-molded carbon composite sole for efficient but comfortable pedaling. The new Morph Carbon sole now features thru-venting under the cleat, a rubber toe block for walkability & bump protection, and a replaceable rubber heel tread block.

It still incorporates Powershape arch support, compatibility with traditional 3-bolt road cleats, and direct mounting of low-stack Wahoo/Speedplay pedals with the optional Northwave adapter plate.

And finally, a new Wide Fit option, too. More than just making them wider, Northwave reshaped the Revolution Wide shoes with different toe, metatarsal & instep dimensions optimized around still providing a high performance for cyclists that need more volume.

Tech details

Retention is pretty much the same as before, with 2 of Northwave’s proprietary SLW3 dials, a crossed lower lace layout for micro adjust of midfoot tension, and silicone heel grippers

• easy-clean perforated PU synthetic leather upper
• new Morph Carbon 13 injected carbon composite sole with Powershape arch support
• 13/15 sole stiffness
• 3-bolt Look-style & 4-bolt Speedplay (with optional insert) pedal compatibility
• dual SLW3 dial lacing adjustment
• standard Pro fit or Wide fit
• 290g claimed weight (per shoe, size 42)

2025 Northwave Revolution road shoes – Pricing, options & availability

The completely renewed Northwave Revolution road cycling shoes promise a ‘pro’ look at a more affordable price with a bit of flex for better all-day comfort. The Revolutions sell for $250 / 225€ in four colors. We see all-white, all-black, and the light gray with sage green details here. But there also will be a pair with fluorescent red accents soon, as well.

All come in EU sizes 36-50 (and half sizes in the middle of the range), both in standard narrow Pro fit and a new Wide Fit option, too.

Northwave says they’ll be available in their web shop “soon”, as well as through regular dealers.

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After a post-Covid hiatus, the UK’s Royal Racing is back with a new Limited-Edition Series of its popular Core Gloves. As a brand that prides itself on making a “no-nonsense kit for the real rider”, these new gloves promise to be “versatile and comfortable with the Royal Racing styling turned up to the max.”

Core Gloves seem to be a staple item for Royal. The Core Series offers all-around performance with what appears to be a lightweight design with minimal padding or extras.

Royal Racing’s Limited-Edition Core gloves are available in various styles, with limited-edition graphics, so riders can decide to make a statement or keep things low-key.

Royal Racing Core Glove Pricing & Availability

Retail:
Adult: £24.99
Junior: £22.99

UK – Available through your local bike show or, at RoyalRacing.com
US – Exclusively through CambriaBike.com

• 4 limited-edition graphic styles
• Durable 4-way stretch back of hand fabric
• Vented AX suede performance palm
• Sticky printed palm for max grip
• Secure hook and loop closure
• Moulded cuff for security

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From deep in the Dolomites, Alpitude lays up a new ultralight full-carbon Navene saddle with a short-fit, extra reinforcement, and new engineered flex for gravel and XC weight weenies. With weights as low as 72g, Alpitude developed the Navene to withstand the toughest off-road conditions whether you’re a full-tilt racer or just looking to lighten up your ride.

Alpitude Navene short-fit ultralight carbon off-road saddle

Alpitude calls the short-fit Navene the latest in their ultralight ‘naked’ carbon saddle line-up. As a follow-up to their ultralight split Gardena road saddle, the new Alpitude Navene shares a similar short fit, but now, reoptimized for more demanding off-road riding and racing conditions.

It’s a project that Alpitude has developed over the past 3 years with a couple of pro Italian racers – Lorena Zocca & Mirko Tabacchi – who between the two have won more than a dozen national championship titles between them in XCO, XCE, XCM, CX, Gravel & eMTB. The idea was always about creating one of the lightest possible and stiffest race-ready saddles, but also making it flex at the back where it needs to for comfort and durability.

They even teased us with the Navene last autumn. But now, it’s officially ready for consumers.

What’s new?

The most obvious difference compared to the Gardena is the connected tail of the new off-road saddle, said more to prevent snagging your shorts when hanging off the back on steep descents, rather than increasing strength. But those biggest durability & robustness improvements are harder to spot. Like wider reinforced edges all around the Navene to make the saddle stronger overall, but especially more impact-resistant.

More precision attachment of rails to shell and tougher reinforced carbon rails to handle bigger G-out forces while in the saddle. In the end, there’s about 10% more weight in the Navene vs. the Gardena. But at the ultralight levels of an unpadded, full carbon saddle, that only amounts to just a 7g difference to make this off-road-ready.

Tech details

• full carbon construction, handmade in Italy
• available in three finishes: large 3K Twill, tighter 1K weave, or UD
• 245mm long short-fit design optimized for off-road riding
• 130mm standard or wider 142mm options
• 7×9mm oval carbon rails, max 6Nm rail bolt
• 95kg max rider weight

• designed for XC, gravel, and road riding
• 72g for 3K x 130mm wide or 75g for 3K x 142mm
• add 5g extra for either UD or 1K finishes
  (all weights claimed +/-5%)

Alpitude Navene saddle – Pricing, options & availability

Alpitude’s all-new ultralight carbon Navene gravel and cross-country mountain bike saddle is available now directly from Alpitude for 320€. For that price you get to pick your ideal finish – 3K, 1K, or UD – and 130mm or 142mm widths.

Alpitude keeps some size & finish combos in stock, while others are made-to-order, with an approximate 2-week leadtime. And global shipping adds 12€.

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No one likes a flat tire, and the industry has worked tirelessly (zing!) to develop more straightforward and efficient ways to fix punctures. Stan’s (one of the OGs in tubeless sealant technology) has updated their unique DART system, this time working alongside Daysaver to help store and keep the updated tool lasting longer and performing consistently. 

What is the Stan’s Incredible DART?

The DART is a plug-style tubeless flat tool that uses a unique blow-dart-style insert to fill cuts in the tire carcass. The flexible nature and flower-style design of the DART plug allow it to fit nicely into large and small tire cuts and cover more space. 

What’s New? 

The Stan’s Incredible DART builds on the base design launched some years ago. There was never a great storage solution for the DART; you mostly had to store it in your jersey pocket, but it wasn’t a burden – it was just easy to forget (or lose, in my case). 

The updated Incredible DART design focuses on elegant storage and ease of use. Stan’s partnered with the engineers at Daysaver in Switzerland to create this sleek, updated design that will be much harder to forget.

How Does the Stan’s Incredible DART Install? 

The Incredible DART can be installed inside a handlebar (with Stan’s Incredible Handlebar Mount, sold separately) or stored in a pocket or backpack like the OG DART. 

Stan’s supplies three different grommets with the Incredible DART handlebar kit, and they should fit most flat bars. To install the Stan’s Incredible DART on your bars, all you need to do is install the grommet on the tool (opposite the side of the Stan’s logo) and slide the tool onto the bar end clip. 

Next, tighten the 3mm fitting while the quick release is engaged and secure the fit. To use the tool, flip the quick release, and the tool will slide out when you pull the tab. Then, you’re ready to fix a flat.  Also – the new Stan’s DART works with any of Daysaver’s modular Incredible tool ecosystems. 

How Do You Use the Stan’s Incredible DART? 

If you’re familiar with tire plugs or bacon strip-style repairs, the Stan’s Incredible DART works nearly the same. You take the tool out of your bar end (or your pocket) and twist the tool while holding the silver alloy piece. 

Twisting will pop the spring-loaded DART installation bit and DART plug from their hidden home in the tool. Mind how quickly you turn the preloaded tool—I’ve had the DART plug fling off into the installation tool. 

Then locate your flat, and push the Stan’s Incredible DART plug into the puncture. The installation tool has a bottom-out feature that only allows the plug to be installed at a certain depth. 

After you successfully install the DART plug, spin the wheel and flood the puncture site with the tubeless sealant in your tires (Stan’s or not). After this, you should be ready to inflate and roll. 

If you unfortunately get another flat (we’ve all been there), the new Incredible DART holds three DART plugs. So you should be good to get home or at least go to a corner store. 

First Impressions: Stan’s Incredible DART

I’m a fan of the current Stan’s DART, it’s easy to use and fits in my flat kit. My only complaint is that it takes up more space than the bacon strips or slim Dyna Plug tool. It seems that the updated Stan’s Incredible DART has solved most of those problems.

The installation installation is easy enough, and the tool is well-designed. I like how resilient the design is. The alloy outer looks like it will last the long haul, and the tool doesn’t rattle in your bars, thanks to the various-sized grommets in the hardware kit.

A No-Go For Most Road

I was bummed to see that it wouldn’t work in any of my drop bar bikes. There is a minimal chance it could work with gravel bars that are very flared, but that’s wishful thinking. As I imagine, this is a flat bar-only install tool. BUT its slimmer and cylindrical design is better for packing and storing quickly.

The updated tool design is a nice improvement and upgrade from the current model. The spring-loaded piece is a bit novel, and it’s not just for show; it works, and that’s all that matters. Just don’t spring your DART plug into the woods.

Premium Price for Premium Tools

The cost is significantly higher than that of the original model. The Stan’s DART tool (OG) is $25.00, with refills being $20.00. The new Stan’s Incredible DART is $72.00, and an extra $35.00 if you want the hardware kit. That means getting the whole kit (hardware for the bar installation) will cost $107.00.

Why the price increase? The OG DART is crafted out of plastic and is slightly less refined. The new Stan’s Incredible DART feels like a tool that you can get more use out of, one that will last a long time — primarily because of its alloy construction.

Is it worth the extra cost? I would say yes – especially if you’re a Stan’s DART fan. The tool fits seamlessly into the bars of most flat-bar bikes (it fits all of mine, but I don’t want to say it fits them all). Plus, the tool design is cool, and I like cool, neat tools, especially practical ones.

What about the weight? The original Stan’s DART weighs 15g with two DART plugs in the chamber. The Stan’s Incredible DART weighs slightly more, at 37g with the hardware piece and 29g as just the tool.

Stan’s Incredible DART 

• Include 3 DART heads
• Precision engineered in Switzerland
• Compatible with Daysaver’s modular Incredible tool ecosystem
• Incredible DART Handlebar Mount sold separately
• 6061-T6 alloy body
• Color: Silver with laser-etched logos
• Made in Taiwan
• Compostable packaging 
• Weight:
• Price: $72.00 (tool only) $35.00 (Hardware Mount)

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Urge’s latest Rascas helmet reimagines the moto-inspired 3/4-shell helmet for modern aggressive mountain bike and eMTB riders, now in their most environmentally friendly construction yet. Now possible to make entirely from recycled and renewable materials, this new open-face Rascas delivers extended protection, full ventilation, new low-key graphics, and impressively light weight claims… all at a competitive price.

Urge Rascas eco-friendly 3/4 shell MTB helmet

Inspired by the extra protection of the open-face Jet-style motorcycle trials helmets of their youth, Urge has been making 3/4-shell enduro helmets since at least 2012 with their RealJet. Reissued on their 10th anniversary, six years ago the RealJet offered extra coverage and retro appeal. But it couldn’t compete with the latest helmets on pretty much any real performance characteristics.

So, they decided to build a much more modern 3/4-shell enduro & all-mountain helmet.

Their new Rascas is fully-vented for maximum airflow and plenty of summer ride cooling with 3 front-facing, 3 top & 4 rear vents, plus large ear openings. Then it gets Urge’s ERT pads to isolate the rider’s head from rotational & linear impact forces, even at lower speeds. And tops it off with a soft padded and moisture-wicking bamboo lining for comfort.

And it does all that at impressive weights less than half of the old RealJet. From a claimed 420-480g depending on size, this could be one of the lightest 3/4 shell enduro helmets out there.

Eco-friendly construction

Often one of the most unique and interesting features of many Urge helmets, is their use of alternative, more environmentally-friendly materials than we are used to seeing – while still providing safe & affordable protection.

The newest bit of eco-friendly tech in this all-new Urge Rascas helmet is its fully recycled polycarbonate shell. Creating the outer PC shell of an in-mold helmet out of recycled material has taken many years for Urge to figure out. And the Rascas is their first helmet to do it, finally meaning they say the helmet can made entirely of recycled or renewable bio-based materials.

Recycled polycarbonate does limit possible color choices, so for now Urge can only offer the Rascas in 1 color as fully made of recycled content – in Dark Moon. That color name comes from how the almost black helmet reflects dark blue under direct sunlight – the color coming from the recycled plastic bottles used to make the material.

Besides its shell, all colors of the Urge Rascas mountain bike helmet feature post-industrial recovered EPS foam, recycled polyamide visors, recycled ABS for its plastic hardware, recycled PET for the straps, and rapidly renewable bamboo lining pads.

Tech details

• 100% made of recycled materials (in almost black Dark Moon, only)
• light in-mold EPS foam with a recycled polycarbonate (PC) shell

• soft blue Energy Reduction Technology (ERT) lattice polymer pads dissipate rotational & linear impact forces
• altogether natural bamboo fiber padding
• FidLock chin strap buckle, held in place by magnets
• dial-adjust rear retention system

• 2 position adjustable Pop-Off visor designed to fit goggles and tear away in a crash
• sunglasses garage under the visor
• wrap-around ear padding reduces wind noise, while also enabling natural cooling
• available in 2 sizes with adjustable fit: S/M (54-58cm) or L/XL (58-62cm)
• EU safety tested to EN 1078:2012+A1:2013 standard for MTB & eBike use
• weights from 420g for the smaller helmet or also from 480g for the larger one

Urge Rascas MTB helmet – Pricing, options & availability

The all-new Urge Rascas 3/4 shell (Jet-style) helmet sells for 199€ and is available now, directly from Urge. It comes in two sizes S/M or L/XL.

Then, pick from 4 different color combinations, all with subtle graphics – the all-black and 100% recycled content Dark Moon, white & black Air Stream, beige & navy blue Smooth Stroke, or red & navy blue Neon Rush. The Rascas come in eco-friendly, plastic-free packaging, too – in FSC certified cardboard boxes, home compostable cornstarch bags, and printed with vegetable & water-based inks.

All Urge helmets also come with a 2-year normal use warranty under, plus a 50% off Crash Replacement policy for 5 years to make sure you stay well protected for many years to come.

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We haven’t heard much from family-owned, Los Angeles-based, Hollywood Racks since last October. That’s when they celebrated 50 years in the industry. Now, they’ve launched their new hitch-mounted CrossTrack Bike Rack. The rack is available for one or two bikes and 1.25″ and 2″ receivers. It also has frameless touchpoints and additional accessories.

We’re excited to bring the CrossTrack and suite of accessories to the world, given the high demand from our valued customers and retailer network,” said Evan Nusbaum, chief executive officer at Hollywood Racks. “This is the only product in our catalog that refrains from any bicycle frame contact while maintaining maximum stability. It’s a testament to the research, development, and testing that went into creating a product like this while keeping our promise of simple, strong, and secure.”

The CrossTrack can handle many bike types, whether road, gravel, or mountain bikes. It can accommodate tires up to 4″ wide and a max wheelbase of 52″. The weight limit is 66 lbs per tray, so some of the heaviest eBikes may not play well.

The rack is designed to minimize bike-to-bike interference when the bikes are in the trays. It appears to accomplish this with front tire wheel stops that better stagger the bikes and provide excellent front wheel stability.

Like some other of these types of racks, there is a push button to release the arms that usually has to be held down as you’re moving the arm back. Then you can ratchet it closed without touching the button. There’s also a front handle pull mechanism in the middle to tilt the rack up or down.

CrossTrack Retail, Specs, and Key Features

Retail: $399 (one bike)
Retail: $749 (two bikes)

CrossTrack Specs

• For 1.25” and 2” hitches
• Max weight: 66 lbs per bike
• Max tire width: 4”
• Max wheelbase: 52”
• One or two-bike capacity

CrossTrack Key Features

• Frameless contact points: holds the bike by the wheels
• Front handle pull mechanism
• Front-wheel block
• No-tool, No-wobble system (2” Hitch only)
• Folds flat when not in use
• Tilts down for easy trunk access
• Locking hitch pin with keyed alike 8′ security cable
• Accessories (sold separately): Ramp, LED light bar, wheel locks, and wheel size adjuster knobs

Check out more details or Hollywood Racks’ other products by hitting the link below.

HollywoodRacks.com

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