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Cardo Freecom 4X Review: 1-Year Intercom Test (2026)

I ran the Cardo Freecom 4X on solo and group rides for a year. Here's how the audio, range, and battery held up - and where the Packtalk is worth the upgrade.

Garmin Zumo XT2 Review & XT1 Comparison: Is it Worth It?

Thousands of miles on Garmin's new XT2 GPS revealed a major, frustrating issue. Is the upgrade worth it if it doesn't always work?

Shark Spartan GT Carbon: A Year of Riding Review

Thinking about the Shark Spartan GT Carbon helmet? My year of real-world use revealed some surprising pros and cons you need to know.

Reviewing Forma Adventure Boots After a Year: Comfort, Grip, & Waterproofing

A year with the Forma Adventure boots. Tested across the US in sun, rain, & cold. How did they hold up?

HJC RPHA 1N Helmet Review (From a Racer)

Diving into the HJC RPHA 1N helmet! Discover surprising comfort, race tech, and a secret feature HJC doesn't even advertise!

HJC i100 Modular Helmet: Value, Versatility, & Features

Discover the HJC i100: A modular helmet that transforms instantly & offers features usually costing twice as much. Is it the value champ?

Rev’It Eclipse 2 Jacket Review: Hot Weather Test

We rode in the Rev'It Eclipse 2 through summer commutes - here's how this mesh hot-weather jacket holds up to rain, abrasion, and triple-digit heat.

Bell Race Star Flex Carbon Helmet: In-Depth Safety Review

Struggling to find the best motorcycle helmet? We reveal one with safety roots from 1933 and cutting-edge multi-layer protection.

A Rider’s Guide to Motorcycle Bluetooth Comms & Sena 20S

Get GPS, music, and calls so clear people don't know you're on a motorcycle! How helmet Bluetooth changed my ride.

Motorcycle Helmet Safety Beyond the Basics: My Crash Story

I crashed and survived thanks to my helmet. Discover the critical safety tips you won't find anywhere else.

Sena 60S: Game-Changing IPX7 & Magnetic Mount

Waterproof IPX7? Magnetic mounting? AI Noise Cancelling? The new Sena 60S packs game-changing features for riders. Find out why!

Tech-Air 5 Plasma vs Tech-Air 5: Worth Upgrading?

The Plasma is 25% lighter with better breathability - but is the Alpinestars airbag vest upgrade worth it? Our verdict after a year of daily riding with both.

Helite e-Turtle 2 Review: Airbag Vest, Tested

The Helite e-Turtle 2 is a mechanical airbag vest with no subscription. I tested the trigger, the fit over jackets, and the reset cost. Here is my verdict.

Reviewing the Schuberth E2 Motorcycle Helmet after 50 Hours

50 hours in: This helmet has the best ventilation I've ever experienced—and somehow, it stays incredibly quiet. Full thoughts in my Schuberth E2 review.

Shoei GT-Air 3 Helmet Review: Pros, Cons, and Safety Features

Testing the Shoei GT-Air 3: a few quirks in basic features, but one key strength stands out. Read the full review to find out what makes it shine.

Sena 50C Review: Integrated Camera & Mic Performance

This helmet cam's noise cancellation is so extreme, you can't hear the engine! Weird or useful? Find out in my Sena 50C review.

Schuberth S3 Review: Sport-Touring Helmet Tested

I rode the Schuberth S3 for a season of commutes and tours. Here is how this sport-touring helmet handles noise, ventilation, and Sena comms prep.

Biltwell Lane Splitter Review: A Touring Bike Perspective

Six months with the Builtwell Lane Splitter... but on a Harley dresser. My experience challenges common reviews. Find out why!

Shoei Neotec 3 Modular Helmet: Review & Neotec 2 Compare

First miles in Shoei’s Neotec 3: dual-detent chin bar, center-lock visor, stealth-quiet airflow. Costly? Yes. Best tour modular yet? Also yes.

Cardo Freecom 2X Review: Worth It at $230?

I rode with the Cardo Freecom 2X for 2,000 miles - here's the audio quirk I ran into, and who this Bluetooth intercom is actually built for.

Long-Term Bell Moto-10 Helmet Review & Preventing Visor Breakage

Praised as the best, Bell's Moto-10 has a curious flaw. It's not from a crash, but luggage! Learn how to fix it.

Bell MX-9 Adventure MIPS Review: 3 Years, 30,000 km

Three years and 30,000 km in the Bell MX-9 Adventure MIPS. Here's how this budget ADV helmet held up, where it shines, and who should still grab one.

Personal Review: Arai XD-5 / Tour X5 Helmet Pros & Cons

Reviewing the Arai XD-5 (Tour X5): It's beautiful and superb, but this helmet definitely has its faults. Read the honest review!

My Go-To Helmet: BiltWell Gringo vs. Gringo S Breakdown

The helmet everyone asks about. It looks great, needs an odd break-in trick, and the upgraded version? Not worth it. Here's my honest take.

Alpinestars Tech 7 Review: Balancing Protection & Off-Bike Comfort

Are your “adventure boots” protective enough? MX boots offer more protection for less money—but there’s a catch. Let’s find that sweet spot.

LS2 Rapid II Helmet Review: Your Best First Lid?

Our LS2 Rapid II review for new riders - this sub-$100 full-face helmet fits great with one quirk to know, and we explain exactly who it suits best.

Icon Airflite Review: 5-Year Full-Face Helmet Test (2026)

I've ridden the Icon Airflite full-face helmet for five years - here's how the visor, padding, and shell aged, plus the one quirk I still cannot shake.

My Sena Stryker Helmet Review: Integrated Tech and Riding Experience

Considering the Sena Stryker? Built-in comms, Harman Kardon audio, and a tail light—but does it solve fogging, noise, and setup hassles? Find out.

AGV K6 S Helmet Review: 1-Year Sport-Touring Test

I dropped my AGV K6 S and replaced it - here's why this carbon-fiber sport-touring helmet's ECE 22.06 rating saved my noggin, plus wind noise and fit notes.

Sena 50S vs Cardo Packtalk Edge Communicator Comparison

Cardo Packtalk Edge vs Sena 50S: One Clear Winner

One edges ahead on audio and mesh range - the other wins on ease of use. We compare Cardo Packtalk Edge vs Sena 50S to pick the right one for your crew.

AGV K3 Helmet Review: 2-Year Test (2026)

Two years in the AGV K3 - here's how this sport-touring helmet holds up on SHARP rating, ventilation, noise, and who it's perfect for under $400.

Schuberth C5 Five-Month Review & Easy Fix for Visor Drop

The C5 modular helmet is a standout helmet with one well-known frustrating issue: the visor dropping unexpectedly at speed. But I've found a fix for you, at just $1.70!