First Look: The New Santa Cruz Blur 5

First Look: The New Santa Cruz Blur 5

Cross-country bikes have come a long way. Once built almost exclusively for race day, today's XC bikes need to do far more than sprint between tape. Riders are asking for lightweight efficiency that can still...
Dream Build: Santa Cruz Nomad 7 x SRAM 1987 Collection

Dream Build: Santa Cruz Nomad 7 x SRAM 1987 Collection

Every now and then, a bike comes along that makes you stop and think: “What if we just built the ultimate version?” No compromises. No “good enough” parts. Just a blank canvas and a dangerously...
Santa Cruz Tallboy vs. OneUp Back Forty

Santa Cruz Tallboy vs. OneUp Back Forty

We all know the Santa Cruz Tallboy as a versatile trail bike built for long, epic rides. While the latest generation is lighter and more capable than ever, XC racing isn't necessarily the first thing...
Giant Revolt Advanced SL: Built for the New Era of Gravel Racing

Giant Revolt Advanced SL: Built for the New Era of Gravel Racing

Gravel racing has evolved. What started as a test of adventure and self-sufficiency has become one of cycling's most competitive disciplines, with professional teams, tactical racing, and increasingly demanding courses. To compete at the highest...
Meet the New Cervélo Soloist: The Fastest All-Rounder Yet

Meet the New Cervélo Soloist: The Fastest All-Rounder Yet

Not every ride is a mountain-top finish. Not every race is won in a sprint. Most riders need one bike that can do it all. That's exactly why the Cervélo Soloist has become one of...
Meet Emma Boggio - Steed Race Team

Meet Emma Boggio - Steed Race Team

Over the past year, Emma Boggio has quickly become a familiar face at the shop and in the local cycling community. From standing on the top step of the podium in the BC Gravel Series...
Shore Sirens Race Team 2026: A Strong Start to the Season

Shore Sirens Race Team 2026: A Strong Start to the Season

Words by Jessie Curell The Shore Sirens Race Team is now several months into the 2026 race season, and it's been exciting to see what our 11 athletes have accomplished both on and off the...
Get a Free PowerMore with the Purchase of a Carbon Vala or Bullit ⚡

Get a Free PowerMore with the Purchase of a Carbon Vala or Bullit ⚡

Santa Cruz is currently running a limited-time promotion that gives riders a free Bosch PowerMore range extender when they purchase a qualifying carbon Vala or Bullit. Here’s everything you need to know and how to...
BC Bike Race 2026: What Steed Riders Are Racing

BC Bike Race 2026: What Steed Riders Are Racing

BC Bike Race kicked off last weekend in Cumberland, BC, marking the start of seven demanding days of racing across Vancouver Island’s legendary trails. We happened to be in the area for the opening stage...