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XT M8100 vs SLX M7100 Derailleur - What's the Difference?
05 July - 2022With Shimano offering 12-speed versions of their XT and SLX groupsets, we thought we would break down the differences of the XT M8100 derailleur and the SLX M7100 derailleur in this following article. XT is Shimano’s second tier group and...
Metal vs. Resin Brake Pads - What's the Difference?
27 May - 2022Metal vs. resin brake pads – what’s the difference? Having a good set of hydraulic disc brakes on your mountain bike is one of the key components that allows you to go as fast as you can on the trail....
More PNW Components Now Available
13 May - 2022More PNW Components’ products are now available and in stock to ship right away! We’ve mainly expanded our grip and pedal offerings as we now carry XL grips and the Range composite pedals, in a variety of colours. Take a...
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Upgrade Kits Back in Stock
06 May - 2022The SRAM GX Eagle AXS upgrade kits are back in stock and ready to ship. The GX AXS upgrade kit is your entry point into wireless drivetrain simplicity. Compatible with any of SRAM Eagle ecosystem cassettes and crank arms, the...
DMR Grips Now Available at TBS Bike Parts
26 April - 2022DMR grips are now available at TBS Bike Parts in a variety of different colours! For now we are carrying different colours of their popular DeathGrip, with flanged and flangeless options available. This signature grip from Brendog is developed...
Details and Interview for the Merritt Crown 2022 Race
23 March - 2022Details for the Merritt Crown 2022 Race The Merritt Crown race is back for another year as the fifth annual race will take place on June 18th, 2022, in Merritt, B.C. Never heard of the Merritt Crown? The Merritt Crown...