This Giant Stance E+ custom build—The Wanderer—was made for one thing: distance.Some bikes get built for jumps. Some get built for commuting. The Wanderer was built for distance. Whether on forest trails or paved pathways, the Giant Stance E+ custom build is designed for adventure. This Giant Stance E+ custom […]
Gear
BiKASE BumpStop Suspension Seat Post Review: Quiet eBike Comfort Upgrade
BiKASE BumpStop suspension seat post review: 50mm travel, 300lb capacity, quiet operation for $139.99. Rated 3/5 for gravel eBike comfort – better than stock, less smooth than Kinekt. Real-world testing after 500+ miles.
Read MoreCloud-9 Cruiser Select Airflow Extra Soft Comfort Saddle
Cloud-9 Cruiser Select Airflow Extra Soft Comfort Saddle – 4/5 “Trail Ready” This Cloud 9 bike saddle review covers hands-on testing of the Cruiser Select Airflow Extra Soft Comfort saddle. After cycling through a pile of saddles over the years, the Cloud 9 Cruiser Select Airflow Extra Soft has quietly […]
Read MoreDeity Highside 80mm Rise Bars earn a perfect 5/5 – “Trail King” rating on the Nomad, delivering the exact upright comfort I want without giving up an ounce of backroad control.
Deity Highside 80mm Rise Bars transform the riding experience on eBikes and mountain bikes by offering exceptional height, width, and ergonomics. After extensive testing on gravel roads and backroad adventures, these high-rise handlebars have earned the highest rating possible. This comprehensive review breaks down every aspect of performance, fit, and […]
Read MoreFTN Review of Rockshox 80mm Bluto Fork
RockShox Bluto 80mm earns a perfect 5/5 – “Trail King” rating on the Nomad, delivering set‑and‑forget performance and plush control across rocky doubletrack, rough rail trails, and chunky backroads. Rating Breakdown Setup & Maintenance earns 5/5 for straightforward air/rebound setup that truly delivers “set it and forget it” performance with […]
Read MoreSchwalbe Jumbo Jim 26×4 Tires
FTN Review of Schwalbe Jumbo Jim Tires Schwalbe Jumbo Jim tires earn a solid 4/5 – “Trail Ready” rating on the Nomad after extensive cross-country use spanning sand, mud, loose gravel, and pavement. Rating Breakdown Proven all-terrain versatility with big sidewall knobs for stability in loose conditions and center tread […]
Read MoreFatTire Vagabond: 2026 Aventon Aventure M Mid-Drive
The FatTire Vagabond Aventon Aventure M custom build: 2026 Aventon Aventure M Fat Tire eBike. Essential upgrades transform the stock fat-tire commuter into a plush off-road beast for bigger riders. Bold denotes upgrades from Aventon’s official specs. This custom build offers a unique riding experience. Frame and Fork • Frame: […]
Read MoreThe FatTire Nomad
The FatTire Nomad: 2025 Lectric XPeak 2.0 Highstep – a premier lectric ebike. Essential upgrades transform the stock fat-tire eMTB into a plush off-road beast for bigger riders. Bold denotes upgrades from Lectric’s official specs. Frame and Fork Drivetrain and Motor Wheels and Tires Brakes Cockpit and Controls Seating Other […]
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