Mickey Spades

 
 

My Winter Riding Gear List

There’s so much dual sport gear out there that sometimes it’s hard to know what’s best for you. Indeed, maybe you’ve bought gear on somebody’s recommendation, only to find that the conditions they’re using it in are quite different than yours. To help solve that problem, here’s a list of what I’ve found is working best for me in New England this winter. And if you’re looking to ride in conditions like these–essentially brisk days with the temps ranging from 39-55–this gear is worth checking out. Hopefully you’ll even find that it will work for you too.

 

10-Year Mountain Bike Challenge

Although most social media challenges are a waste of time, Facebook’s 10-year challenge got my attention. Of course, like everyone else, I found a photo of myself from 10 years ago and compared it to my most current photo. Needless to say, I still look 19, so I thought about what could I post that would show some differences over a 10-year period. Then it came to me—mountain bikes!

 

Klim Krios ADV Helmet: In-Depth Review

When you’re flying through the backcountry on your dual sport, your helmet might be your most important safety tool. I’ve been wearing my Klim Krios ADV Helmet for months now and love it. So much so that I named it my 2018 Gear of the Year here on the TWR. Here’s why.