Ric McLaughlin

Recent articles by Ric McLaughlin

9 bikes you've lusted after but would never want to own

A fond look back at some weird and wonderful bikes
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Orange Four RS review

Single-pivot masters reckon less may just be more
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Morvélo Factory jersey review

Outstanding enduro/DH top
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Ritchey WCS Trail saddle review

Saddle for long days out
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NS Bikes Magneto stem review

Complex stem design
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Dirty Native One BlackEdition saddle – in brief review

Hard but fair race-oriented seat
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Osprey Raptor 14 hydration pack review

Trail pack with exceptional manners and attention to detail
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Ergon BE1 Enduro review

Race-developed enduro pack designed for maximum movement
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Shimano Unzen 4L hydration pack review

Technically adept hybrid pack
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USWE F3 Pro Enduro review

Minimalist race-oriented pack
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Fizik Kurve Chameleon saddle review

High-grade flexible perch
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Leatt 3DF Hybrid knee pads – in brief review

Rugged yet comfortable knee protection
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Easton Havoc UST 26 wheelset review

World Cup winning wheels
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e*thirteen TRSr crankset review

Stiff, light and racy… but expensive
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WTB Trail Boss TCS Tough - High Grip 27.5x2.25in tire review

Grippy enduro-ready rubber
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Endura Xtract long sleeve jersey review

Versatile long sleeve jersey for all-season use
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Surly Singlespeed tensioner kit review

Shed weight and maintenance time by converting to singlespeed
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Polaris Summit waterproof jacket review

Well-performing waterproof
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Intense Tracer 275 review

Long travel 650B frame
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Avid Elixir 9 Trail brakes review

Big on power, bigger on feel
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Santa Cruz Blur TR – first ride review

Custom build of aluminium frame
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e*thirteen TRS-R enduro components – first look

Wheels, pedals, crankset and chain device for 2014
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Carrera Sport C-TF02 sunglasses review

Riding glasses with adjustable nosepiece
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PRO Vanderham FR riser bar – in brief review

Consumer version of Thomas Vanderham signature handlebar
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