Fin Paton

A true Alp tamer

The latest clipless pedals from Atomlab are designed for flat pedal riders that want a bit more from flats, because they won't nail you down like proper SPD-style pedals.

I love the neatness of the US-made SIC Classic stem - it comes in super short 40 or 50mm lengths, with options of 1 1/8in, 1.5 or even a Cannondale-sized steerer clamp.

The new Z1 RC2 ETA is a tough 150mm freeride fork. Unlike the original Z1, it comes with a 20mm bolt-through axle for stiffness and International Standard (IS) disc mounts only.