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FEATURES
Where the Wild Things Are by Mitchell Scott Editor-at-Large, Mitchell Scott, embarks on a 4,000-mile road trip through the wilds of American in search of the elusive El Camino and some of this country's finest trails.
Post Apocalypse Now By Johnathon Allen
Ever been to a bike joust where the combatants dress up like transvetite space alien cowboys? I know, I know...we all mean to, but just never find the time, right? Well, here's your chance! Bike strolls into the underground world of urban bike tribes. Expect lots of fire, Pabst Blue Ribbon and baby-doll heads.
OPINIONS
Off Camber - by Ron Ige
Grimy Handshake - by Mike Ferrentino
REVIEWS
Gearhead: Gear - Hydraulic Disc Brakes Defined
Are two-piston brakes inherently better than single-piston models? Should you be running mineral oil or DOT fluid in your brakes? How the hell do hydraulics even work in the first place? Veteran grease monkey, Mike Ferrentino, breaks it all down.
Fresh Produce: Let's Make it Work
13 products that'll make fixing your bike a heck of a lot easier. Repair stands, torque wrenches, that mysterious Sutherland's manual and more.
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