Contender Bicycles

What I Ride Wednesday: Sean’s Rodeo Labs Trail Donkey.

Sean picked up the frame used, then built it into a do-it-all adventure bike with fresh parts from the shop. Gravel, road, bikepacking, rough routes, this one is set up to handle a little bit of everything.

The new Specialized Crux 5 is here, and it is a pretty serious departure from the previous generation.

More tire clearance, cleaner integration, improved aerodynamics, and a frame shape that looks a whole lot closer to a Tarmac than the Crux we knew before.

We took a closer look at the details, including the 55mm tire clearance, updated front end, new race-focused shaping, and what makes this one such a big shift for Specialized gravel.

Full first look video is live now on YouTube.

The Santa Cruz Nomad 7 has been out for about a month, and we’ve had time to take a closer look at what changed.

Refined suspension feel, CC carbon frame updates, mixed-wheel agility, mechanical and electronic drivetrain compatibility, and build options that make sense for riders pushing into freeride, enduro, and bike park terrain.

More travel. Less weight. New suspension.
The Santa Cruz Tallboy just got a serious refresh.

Now with 130mm of rear travel, a 140mm fork, updated geometry, and a new four-bar suspension layout, the Tallboy keeps its quick, efficient trail feel while adding more confidence when things get rough.

Parking Lot Sale this Saturday, May 16, starting at 9AM.

Stop by the Salt Lake City shop for one-day deals on bikes, apparel, gear, accessories, and more.

Can’t make it? Shop a smaller online selection through the link in bio. More will be available in-store.

Come early. Bikes go quick, and showing up early gives you the best chance at finding the one you want.

What I Ride Wednesday: Check out Kellor's Cervelo Soloist.