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Our website is absolutely chocked full of bikes, components, apparel, and accessories. We've created the Jenson Blog as a tool for cyclists to learn all about the ins-and-outs of the bike world. Use our guides, how-to's, and reviews to navigate the immense options of bike parts or just a bit of two-wheeled entertainment.

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YouTube - Shimano 12 Speed Mountain Drivetrains

Shimano is renowned in the cycling industry for making exceptional products that are reliable. In 2019 the company upgraded their mountain drivetrains from 11-speed to 12-speed. Along with the extra gear, the new drivetrains feature other improvements providing even smoother shifting and enhanced reliability.

YouTube - The Best Flat Pedal Shoes for Mountain Biking

When in doubt stick a foot out! This is a philosophy that many flat pedal riders like to live by. We all know there are many arguments for and against flat pedals, but the only way to really know if you like flats or if you like clips is to try them both. Take a look at five of our favorite flat pedal shoes.

YouTube - Specialized Mountain Bike Tires

We took a trip up to the Specialized Headquarters in Morgan Hill, California to check out Specialized's line up of mountain bike tires. From XC racing to aggressive Downhill, Specialized has a tire for every discipline of mountain biking. Coming in multiple compounds, tread patterns, and sidewalls, there is a Specialized tire out there for every bike.

YouTube - How to cut Magura Brake Lines

Today, in The Mechanic's Corner, James show's us how to cut and trim Magura brake lines so you don't have to bleed them afterwards. Bleeding a brake can be difficult, so avoid the hassle of doing it by following these easy steps. Can you guess where James is from, from his accent?

YouTube - Review: Ibis Ripmo AF Mountain Bike

When you look at the silhouette of the Ripmo AF it looks a lot like the carbon Ripmo, but upon further inspection, you’ll notice some welds around the frame. The bike is still a Ripmo, but it features a full aluminum frame. The days of Ibis bikes only being available as expensive carbon builds are over, The Ripmo AF is here, it’s inexpensive, and it’s ready to shred everything.

YouTube - Shimano Platform Pedals

The new wave of large platforms pedals are built tough and designed to give you a confident connection to your bike. The days of thick un-grippy flat pedals are gone. With flat pedals, you can enjoy the benefits of superior grip while still maintaining the ability to stick a foot out when things get rowdy.