Shredly DSR Women's MTB Long shorts

Colorado designer Ashley Rankin debuted Shredly in January 2012, and hershorts have been a savior for female riders ever since. The funky patterns are a refreshing splash of color in a world of drab options and the fit and style are spot-on. I’ve tested the short and long versions, and prefer the cut with an added 3 inches to the inseam. If you wear kneepads, you’ll want the longer length too, which falls just below the knees.

This year, Rankin changed the waisttightening system from Velcro adjusters to an elastic band sewn into the waist with eight button slots on either side that adjust the fit. I prefer this version because I find that Velcro tends to come undone as I’m moving around on the bike (or maybe I should stop eating so many burritos). Other touches include the Velcro closure with two snaps, two thigh vents and a nice, deep pocket on the right leg. One downside is they’re a bit spendy for a shell only–Rankin sells a comfortable chamois separately for $45–but part of that price is due to Shredly’s commitment to U.S. labor; all shorts are sewn in San Diego.

Price 100$

ENVE M50 29" Wheels

Utah based company ENVE have been making drool-worthy carbon components for some years now. Despite the fact that carbon rims are becoming more and more common on mountain bikes these days, you can guarantee that ENVE wheels will be a talking point when someone is eyeing off a steed. Instantly, the big bold logos on each rim scream "fast", "light" and to some extent, "expensive" The kids call this 'bling'.

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DRC X-Monitor SP1 lap timer

While smartphone apps such as Strava can be a useful way to keep tabs on your mountain bike rides, sometimes you just can’t beat the simplicity and instant feedback that a good old-fashioned stopwatch style lap timer provides.

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Scott Scale 950

The Scale 950 uses the now traditional-for-cross-country 29er wheels to excellent effect, with a fast but fun character that's happy racing or railing.

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CANYON NERVE AL 8.0

S ince their entry into the UK market a few years ago, Canyon have made a name for themselves as purveyors of well-made bikes that exhibit often extraordinary value. The secret (or catch, depending on your point of view) is that the brand don’t have dealers – they ship bikes directly to your door.

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Formula CR3 brakes

The CR3 features a cartridge-type master, which improves power and modulation, plus it is super simple to service: The self-enclosed unit threads directly into the lever body. I took apart our test set and had it back together and bled in 10 minutes with no special tools. Like Formula’s RO brakes, the caliper pistons are actually oval, making more surface area–and thus, more power–than round pistons, but simpler than a four-piston system. The CR3 is best suited for aggressive trail riding.

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