Alex's Pick: Ortlieb Seat-Pack QR
This seat bag is rock solid! Whether I’ve had it stuffed to the brim or carrying almost nothing, it never seems to sway. The clever cinching system and air valve make it a breeze to load up and then tighten everything back down. The QR system is incredibly convenient. I originally underestimated how useful it is to pop your saddle bag on and off quickly — but being able to bring all your gear into your dry tent is a game-changer, especially when it’s cold or wet out. This bag is also fully dropper-post compatible and comes with everything you need right in the box.
Matthew's Pick: Wilde Country Bar
The Wilde Country Bars changed my relationship with flat bars, and make every ride one to look forward to. They have compliance and make my city & gravel riding so much fun.
Megan's Pick: Patagonia Nano Puff Mitts
I love a good pair of do it all mitts and the Nano Puff Mitts check all the boxes - warm, lightweight, and unbelievably cozy! My go to for all cold weather rides & adventures.
Pat's Pick: Hudski Dualist
The Dualist has quickly earned its spot as one of the most exciting additionsvthis year. It’s a “good at almost everything” kind of bike—the one you keep reaching for simply because it’s so fun to ride. The colour choices that don't look like anything a big bike brand would ever consider and the beautiful stamped headbadge pull you in, but a test ride is what sealed it for me. Chances are, it’ll quickly become the bike you'll want to use no matter what kind of ride.
Ronnie's Pick: Garmin Edge 540
The Garmin Edge 540 is my go-to when I’m riding somewhere I’ve never been. The GPS locks on fast and stays accurate, so I can follow new trails without slowing down or losing focus. I can read my laps, track my effort, and keep the pedals turning while it quietly does all the thinking. The real magic happens on Garmin Connect, where you can build routes or borrow the best ones riders around you have already discovered. Importing and exporting files is easy, so planning adventures feels as smooth as the ride itself.
