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Review: PNW Pine 27.2 Dropper Seatpost Brings MTB Drop to Cyclocross

Looking to add some travel to your cyclocross saddle? The 27.2mm PNW Pine dropper post provides 105mm of drop using a spring-based system. We review the mountain bike crossover seatpost.

The Little Badger Heads to Kansas: Kaitie Keough on Tackling the 2018 Dirty Kanza 200

Kaitie Keough is taking her cyclocross bike to Kansas for the 2018 Dirty Kanza 200. We asked her about her prep for the premier gravel grinder race in the U.S.

Ridden and Reviewed: Oregon-Made Sage Titanium PDXCX

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.

Technique Thursday: A Non-Scientific List of Ideas for Improving Your Bike Handling This Offseason

The offseason is a great time to improve your cyclocross bike handling. We offer some ideas to help spark your technical skill creative juices.

Monster Mashing: Jon Severson On His Monster Cross Preservation Project

Jon Severson of Monster Cross News has a history project: keeping the do-it-all monster cross tradition alive. In this Wednesday Wonderings, he shares more about what Monster Cross is.

Five Top Pavé Tires for Your Own Raid on Roubaix

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.

Nationals Bike: Jen Malik’s Collegiate-Club Winning 2015 Raleigh RXC, With 10-Speed, Mechanical Discs

You don’t need the latest and greatest to win a National Championship or finish top 15 in the Elites. Jen Malik did both on a surprisingly outdated machine. We profile her ride.

Bike Profile: John Elgart’s Custom Dragon-Themed Masters 70-74 National Championship Bike

John Elgart was on fire aboard his custom-painted dragon-themed carbon bike at the 2018 Reno Cyclocross Nationals. We profile his impressively-painted bike that helped him win the Masters 70-74 title.

2018 Reno Nationals Q&A: 80% Rule, Tire Width Enforcement, a Separate Junior Women’s Race & More with USAC’s Chuck Hodge

80% rule? 35mm tire maximum? Separating junior women from U23? Chuck Hodge provides answers to these questions and more. Be prepared for Reno & beyond.

Notes from the Pit: How Many Wheels, Tires and Bikes to Pro Teams Bring to UCI Weekends?

What does it take to be a cyclocross pro? We asked around to see how many bikes, wheels and tires teams bring to UCI weekends. See how the pros travel and maybe learn a an equipment trick in our notes from the pit.

2017 Year in Review: Jonathan Page and Todd Wells Ride Off Into the Cyclocross Sunset

Two cyclocross GOATs in Jonathan Page and Todd Wells announced their retirements this year. We look back at their legacies in this Year in Review.

2017 Year in Review: World Cup Waterloo and Trek Offer Equal Payouts for Women

The new World Cup Waterloo at Trek Bicycles included a new change: equal payouts for women and men. Trek’s leadership on the issue of equal pay is the latest entry in our 2017 Year in Review.

Asheville Ramble Ride Report: Beginner Bikepacker Gets Feet Wet on Best of the Blue Ridge

The Asheville Ramble is a new semi-supported bikepacking gravel ride in North Carolina. Our bikepacking newbie gave it a try and reports back on his experience packing it all onto his ‘cross bike for three days in the Pisgah Forest.

Ridden and Reviewed: Steel Breezer Inversion Gravel / Cyclocross Bike Stars in Roles On and Off the Road

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.

Mechanical Monday p/b Vittoria: Terreno Wet Cyclocross Mud Tire Rolls Fast, Digs Deep

The Vittoria Terreno Wet was designed to be a cyclocross mud tire that rolls fast, digs deep and self-cleans. Ken Avery of Vittoria talks about the Wet in this third installment of Mechanical Monday p/b Vittoria.

Reviewed: Ritchey Outback – Teal Steel Built for Gravel, Adventure and ‘Cross

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?

Mechanical Monday p/b Vittoria: All About the All-Around Terreno Mix Cyclocross Tire

This edition of Mechanical Monday p/b Vittoria looks at the Terreno Mix tire. We spoke with Vittoria’s Ken Avery for an in-depth look at the design and intended function of this all-around cyclocross tire.

Mechanical Monday p/b Vittoria: An In-Depth Look at the New Terreno Dry Cyclocross Tire

CXM had an in-depth conversation with Vittoria about its new Terreno Dry cyclocross/gravel tire. This first of three in a series takes a deep dive into the tire design.

New Tire Spotlight: Soma Cazadero 50mm Mixed-Terrain Gravel Tire

Soma widened its Cazadero to a 700×50 model. We take a first look at a tire that seeks to balance low center resistance with effective off-road treads.

First Ride: Caletti Cycles’ Titanium Monster Cross

John Caletti modified his typical cyclocross frameset to suit the trails of Paul Component’s backyard trails in Chico. Our look at this monster cross beauty.

Crusher Bike Profile: Rob Squire’s Crusher-Winning Felt F1x – 2017 Crusher in the Tushar

Who needs a gravel bike or tubeless gravel tires at the Crusher in the Tushar? Rob Squire doesn’t. We profile his unique winning Felt F1x bike.

Pro Bike Profile: Carl Decker’s Lost and Found Winning Giant XTC Advanced

Carl Decker obsesses over finding the right tool for the job. We take a look at his winning choice for the 2017 Lost and Found gravel race.

Another Year, Another Dose of Dirty Kanza Gravel – A Pre-Race Diary by Neil Shirley

Former road pro Neil Shirley is a contender at any major gravel race he lines up for. On the eve of the 2017 Dirty Kanza, he gives readers insight into his pre-race thoughts and prep.

Mavic Rolls Out New Cyclocross and Gravel Hoops with XA Elite Wheels, Redesigned Open Pro Rim

Mavic has rolled out new hoop options for cyclocross and gravel cyclists, with a long-awaited update to the Open Pro rim, and a 25mm internal width XA Elite wheelset.

Ridden and Reviewed: Dean Bikes’ Antero Titanium Cyclocross Frame

Dean Bikes knows not everyone can afford its Boulder-built titanium creations. Its Antero cyclocross frame aims to lower the barrier.

Suspension in Cyclocross: Fiction or Future? – A Race Report by Craig Richey

Suspension forks have won ‘cross races in the past, and Fox hopes its new AX Fork will smooth out the path to a few more. Craig Richey reports on his first race with the new AX fork.

Wisconsin Cyclocross: Driftless Area Welcomes 2017 Dairy Roubaix Gravel Ride

The 2017 Dairy Roubaix Gravel Ride may not have cobbles, but it’s definitely not flat. It also might be the best value in organized gravel rides.

In Review: Raleigh Stuntman – Drop Bar, Dropper Post Fat Tire Machine

Do it all or do one thing well? We contemplate life and bike philosophies in our review of the drop bar, dropper post-equipped 2017 Raleigh Stuntman.

WTB Adds 32c Width to Exposure Gravel Road Tire Line

What’s 2mm? For some that’s the difference between a tire fitting within a frame or brake or not. For others, 2mm offers an ability to …

Throwback Thursday: Our ‘Joey’s OK’ Moment

Most mistakes shall forever live on the internet. This TBT we learn from our mistakes and watch those of the pros last season.

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