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Specialized has just dropped their latest version of their popular 2FO mountain bike shoes. This version comes with some impressive updates and a new name. We’ve been cranking out the miles and sessioning our local trail center to put the 2FO Roost to test. Read on for all the details and our ride review on these new shoe contenders.

It can be argued that tires may be the most important (and most affordable) upgrades you can put on your bike. This rings true whether you are churning out miles on pavement, grinding gravel backroads, racing your local cyclocross course, or blasting dirt trails on your mountain bike. Getting the most out of your bike by matching quality compounds, impeccable construction, and cutting-edge tire tech is firmly rooted in the ethos of Specialized. Tires were the first product that Specialized offered and continues to be a fundamental focus of research and development for the brand. 

Getting your little grom on a bike and teaching them to riding is one of the greatest joys a cyclist parent experiences. Watching the joy as they discover their new found freedom to explore and to experience the world on two wheels. But, these years aren’t without frustration. The feeling of guilt as you head out for a ride without your kiddo because they struggle to keep up or the extra burden of dragging them around with a tag-along setup or frame seat are very real issues. Luckily, STACYC Cycles are a stellar tool to bridge the skills developed over these years.

The tires you choose for your mountain bike are arguably one of the most important components in your whole bike build. They are the key contact point between your bike and the ground and dictate grip, corner confidence, initial suspension, braking control, and rolling resistance. We've created this article to help you navigate the numerous options of tread patterns, compounds, protection and sizing for all the available tires from Maxxis.

There are many talented mountain bike riders out there, but very few that match the vision for unique lines, the guts and skills to massively send it, and the ability to make it look so effortless. Remy Metailler is one of those few. Breaking into the light with video highlights of never-done-before lines at Whistler bike park, he has taken approach to raw trails and even Red Bull Rampage, and has even earned his own catch line for this style of riding, #TheRemyLine. We’re stoked to partner with Remy and to support his inspiring and informative YouTube and Instagram content. Click to learn more about Remy, his favorite trails to ride, and all the products that can withstand his hard charging riding style.

Ride Concepts made a big splash when they dropped their initial lineup of MTB shoes. That lineup continues to grow and impress. Their latest addition to their bike shoe lineup is aimed at the dirt jump, BMX and slopestyle segments where pedal feel is crucial. Bringing technical features to a lifestyle shoe design, the Vice looks to offer the best in ride performance while still able to be worn as an all-day kick around shoe. Will Ride Concepts be able to shake up another segment of riding with their new Vice shoes? Check out the details below from Ride Concepts's Vice press release.