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Featured 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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Topeak Digital Torque Wrench
Accurate, reliable digital torque wrench for precise bike maintenance.
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Schwalbe Rick XC Pro SpeedGrip 2.4
A very fast XC tire that runs closer to a 2.3 or 2.35, but delivers predictable braking, confident cornering, and surprising capability in rough terrain.
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Kenda Rush Pro 2.4 SCT (120 TPI)
Fast-rolling XC tire with ample grip, superb handling, and SCT protection for rocky, technical terrain.
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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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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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Smith Pursuit ChromaPop Sunglasses
Photochromic lenses adapt to light conditions for ultimate XC performance.
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Skratch Super High-Carb Mix
My main fueling source for training and racing. Delivers 100g carbs per bottle, no stomach issues, and pairs great with PH 1500 tablets.
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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