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The PDXCX is Sage Titanium’s cyclocross racing bike hand-built and designed in Oregon. We see how it performs for technical ‘cross riding and mixed terrain adventures.

The Bar Fly Air Lever combines a CO2 inflator and tire levers. We look at this new product to see if it can cut down on bike bag clutter during gravel rides.

Mountain bike rims for cyclocross? We took the Irwin Kova 29er carbon tubeless disc wheelset inside the tape to see if they are ‘cross-worthy.

The ShockStop suspension stem is Redshift Sports’ answer for providing front-end absorption during gravel grinding. We report on the ride and look at this new product.

You may not need a gravel bike, but what if you want one on the cheap? The good news is three decades worth of bikes are ready for your next gravel ride.

The Boyd Cycling Jocassee 650b carbon tubeless wheel set is designed for gravel grinding. We put this high-volume wheelset to the test and report back in our first Gravel Gear installment.

Alone or with friends, the Rocky Mountain Solo 50 is designed for gravel and adventure riding. We take a first look at this new off-road bike from the Canadian company.

The Silca Pista bicycle floor pump has been inflating tires since 1917. We review the classic Italian-designed, Indianpolis-built pump.

Get ready for your gravel adventure by turning your floor pump into a charging tubeless pump with the Airshot Canister from Airshot Ltd. We take a first look at this new product.

Tubeless cyclocross and gravel rims have grown in width, and lost their hooks. Derby Rims claims some credit for this movement. We test Derby’s CX 23i rim.

Perhaps Paris Roubaix inspired you to conquer a tough mix of pavement and rough dirt or gravel roads, but do you have the right tires? Here are five top choices that we’ve reviewed that will have you racing to the velodrome or pub.

Ready to get fast indoors? The Wahoo Kickr may be just the trainer to give your motivation the kick it needs. We review the direct-drive smart trainer.

FSE’s filament spin carbon manufacturing process brings a new approach to cyclocross wheel construction. We see if the EVO 35CD tubeless clinchers are up to their off-road task.

Cyclephotos’ Balint Hamvas is planning his seventh cyclocross photo album for 2017/18. Learn more about how to pre-order and help make the annual project a reality.

Getting some tubeless tires to seat can be tricky, but the Blackburn Chamber tubeless floor pump is designed to help. We look at this canister-based pump to see if it can get your tires seated.

This year, we saw some wheelie interesting trends in tech. Dual wheel sizes and higher volume cyclocross tubeless tires are two shifts we saw in 2017.

Our first 2017 holiday gift guide looks at books for your favorite cyclocross or gravel rider. Our list has photo albums, a gravel racing guide, important health info and insights into European ‘cross racing.

The steel Breezer Inversion has a road feel, but when the script calls for adventure, it is ready. Find out if the Inversion can play a leading role in your next off-road adventure in our ride review.

CycleOps by Saris’ entry in the direct-drive smart trainer market is the Hammer. We put the Hammer to the test and report back on the ride and software compatibility for cyclocrossers who want to keep Hammering inside through the winter.

The Ritchey Outback adventure bike is Tom Ritchey’s latest creation. We throw a leg over the teal steel machine. Could it be the ultimate escape vehicle?

Williams Cycling has a long history in cyclocross and is now coming to local bike shops. We take a first look at its updated System 45 carbon tubeless clincher wheelset from Interbike 2017.

The Aeolus line of wheels has been a workhorse for Bontrager for years. We take a first look at the Aeolus 3 tubeless-ready carbon disc clincher wheelset. Full review to come after we put them to the test this fall.

Alto’s CTX40 carbon tubular cyclocross wheelset features a high-low flange design and customizable build. We take a first look in this product spotlight.

Reliable tubeless tire setups require attention to the little details, including oft-neglected tubeless valves. We compare different takes on the tubeless valve from Orange Seal, Boyd, American Classic, Slime and more.

Specialized has redesigned the Terra and Tracer cyclocross tires, unveiling a completely new Tracer and more aggressive Terra, both with 38mm width options.

Feedback Sports has a new Chain Keeper to aid in cleaning and shipping when the rear wheel is off. It also is offering the Scorpion stand as a 2-piece unit.

Vancouver-based Landyachtz introduced a heat-moldable Reform saddle at Interbike. The company also offers the steel CB2 do-it-all bike and 1146 road bike.

Alpinestars has several new gloves and an off-road kit designed for protection and safety while riding in the dirt. We take a look at these new products.

Can a smart watch really help you train smarter, get fit or lose weight? For Training Tuesday, we evaluate whether the Fitbit Surge is worth the splurge.

Kali Protectives has unveiled its new Interceptor helmet and Venture gloves. We try not to put them to the test.