TREAD September/October 2022

Life throws you curve balls. They come in different forms, depending on the person and his/her situation. Regardless of what those curve balls are in reality, we must learn to endure the tough times, pivot towards a new path and keep positive. Often a hobby or passion for something keeps us grounded and able to tackle tough times head on. I’ve been tossed quite a few major curve balls over the years, with yet another one arriving this last month. Those events helped shape who I am today and made me, both the good and the bad. Perspective shapes thought. While I may be strangely tough in some instances, I’ve found myself to be unusually weak (for me) in others, most likely from those curve balls. During those hard life…

O1.WARN / SPYDURA NIGHT-LINE WINCH ROPE Spydura Nightline Synthetic Rope features 3M light-activated reflective strands for high visibility and is constructed with an Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene material that provides tremendous tensile strength and abrasion resistance. This rope is made with a dual-color weave and is coated with a protective, high-temperature urethane and is available in 80’ or 100’ lengths of 3/8” diameter. Includes gusseted thimble, forged hook, and Nomex heat sleeve. For use with winches 12,000 lbs. in capacity and under. MSRP: Starts at $446 warn.com O2. SCOSCHE / POWERUP 32K PORTABLE POWER HUB For serious power needs on the go, we present Scosche’s PowerUp 32K. Thie portable power hub is equipped with a 32,000 mAh/115Wh Lithium- Ion battery with 110V AC output. Its independent USB/AC switch design makes…

01. ICEBREAKER/MEN'S ZONEKNIT MERINO LONG SLEEVE HALF ZIP Icebreaker’s ZoneKnit Merino is a versatile, body-mapped zip-neck top that’s ideal for high-output mountain adventures. The ZoneKnit features 100% merino wool for all-natural warmth and temperature regulation. It also features raglan sleeve construction for mobility and articulated rib construction at elbows for enhanced range of motion. MSRP: $270 icebreaker.com 02. THERMAREST/COMPRESSIBLE PILLOW CINCH Designed to pack small and deliver big comfort away from home, the Compressible Pillow Cinch is a must-have for camping, road trips, airplanes and anywhere else you want better rest. The luxuriously soft, 60% recycled polyester cover is filled with supportive and compressible upcycled foam from their sleeping pad manufacturing lines, which makes it as Earth-friendly as possible. Available in different sizes and colors. MSRP: starts at $30 thermarest.com…

What’s more important to you, form or function? For some form edges out function because to them, it’s all about style. While for others, there’s nothing more important than functionality. What are looks good for, if the wheel doesn’t enhance a rig’s performance? Luckily for all of us, wheel makers are all about both factors. They are capable of creating wheels that can increase performance of your ride while making it look oh so good. Here is a look at a few of the latest rollers available to hit the trail. Which set will you be mounting on your rig? Black Rhino Wheels / Aliso The Black Rhino Legion wheel features an advanced full-face design that embraces a modern aesthetic with geometric detailing. Black Rhino Aliso is a cast monoblock…

Falling leaves and cooling temperatures make for some of the best times of the year to go out and adventure. Autumn brings us beautiful colors in nature and the perfect weather to enjoy life outdoors. It also means it's a good opportunity to forage and gather. Take a leisurely hike through the forest during the next few months and you’re bound to find edible plants, mushrooms, berries, weeds and more. For those times, you’ll want a handy knife to help you gather some of nature’s best ingredients. In this chapter of Made The Cut, we examine some of the latest fall knife releases that will help you do just that. 01. ZERO TOLERANCE/0990 OPEN LENGTH: 7.6”CLOSED LENGTH: 4.4”BLADE LENGTH: 3.25”BLADE MATERIAL: CPM 20VHANDLE MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber with steel overlayWEIGHT:2.9 ouncesMSRP:…

01 PERFORMANCE MOTOR. This e-bike is mighty powerful. Quick Haul P9 comes equipped with a Bosch Performance Sport, 300% Assist, 65 Nm Torque motor that boasts a max speed of 28 mph. Make way! BATTERY. Keep on going and then some. This e-bike is equipped with a Bosch PowerPack 400 that is rated for a range of between 31.7-62.1 miles on a full charge. TRANSMISSION. The bike runs on a transmission that includes quality components made by Shimano such as an Alivio, 1 x 9 speed, trigger shifter, Alivio Shadow rear derailleur and a 11-34T, 9-speed cassette. The crankset is a custom Tern unit that is made from forged 6061 aluminum. 02 FRAME FRAME & FORK. A frame that will last the test of time. The Tern Quick Haul P9…