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Event-specific recommendations for XC & marathon courses.
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Bike setup, pressures, inserts, waxing, and race-day strategy.
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Course Profile Stickers
Custom elevation profile stickers for race packets. Upload GPX, get a proof. Perfect for event organizers.
For event organizersFeatured Gear
Raced and tested — gear that performs when it counts.
FR-C Pro Cargo Bib Short
A game-changing bib for long days in the saddle — breathable, secure, and zero chafing.
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Continental Dubnital 2.4 Race Rapid
An extremely light and fast-rolling XC tire with outstanding grip for its category, but a very narrow use case in the ultra-light Race Rapid casing.
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Buy Now Dynaplug Racer Pro Review – Fast, Lightweight Tubeless Tire Plug Kit
Why I trust the Dynaplug Racer Pro to save races: lightweight, fast to deploy, and incredibly reliable. Full review + real race experience.
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Lezyne Multi Chain Pliers
Compact, bombproof multi-tool with chain breaker, quick link storage, and more.
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Silca Chain Waxing System
Efficient wax heating pot for dipping chains in hot melt wax.
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Silca Super Secret Wax Blend
High-performance hot melt wax blend for chain durability and efficiency.
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Silca Strip Chip
Drop it in your pot along with a new chain to rid it of factory grease during first wax.
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Air-Liner Light XC Tire Insert
Insert system for rim protection and lower pressure confidence.
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I'm Ben — a full-time XC and endurance mountain bike racer with a deep obsession for optimizing race-day setups. Every recommendation you find here comes straight from real-world experience racing across some of the toughest XC courses in North America.
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Whether you're chasing your first finish or a new PR, my goal is to help riders choose gear that maximizes confidence on race day.
— Ben