For all-mountain riders, a new bike jersey called Attack has been reintroduced by Fox for 2012. Excellent moisture management on the trail is guaranteed by its high-end features, which include its integrated front and back mesh paneling for outstanding ventilation.

Built from a 100% polyester fabric, the Attack features a moisture-wicking main body. Its Active Fit cut comes with a drop tail for a nice rear coverage. It also has a hidden zipper pocket that features a unique audio interface.

A little modified, the 2012 Fox Attack Trail/All-Mountain Bike Jersey comes with venting in different areas. This short-sleeved bike jersey also helps avoid the hassle of having a hydration pack that keeps bumping around while on the trail.

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Royal Racing has introduced several exciting products in its 2012 lineup of cycling garments, which include the new Java Trail jersey. What makes this mountain bike jersey unique is the material used to construct the garment.

A special fabric is used to make the Java Trail jersey. It is polyester mix called S-Café, so named because it is made from recycled coffee, which gives the fabric an excellent high wicking qualities and moisture transfer properties.

Designed with a very relaxed trail fit, the 2012 Royal Racing Java Trail Jersey is the ideal trail riding gear. In order to maximize comfort, the rear neck seam of the jersey is taped. Other mountain bike-friendly features include underarm venting, rear zipped pocket, 1/4 zip, and heat transfer logos.

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For 2012, Shimano has released the XT, one of the most popular mountain bike pedals on the market. Aside from protecting the binding area, its 3.75in x 2.37in oval-shaped body housing also offered a safe and wide platform for entrance and exit.

Weighing in at 202g, this lightweight pedal maintains high performance provided by its chromoly axle, revised cleat interface, and forged alloy body. The enhanced offset binders clear mud even more meticulously while the cleat is held tightly in place by its tension adjustment and easy entry system.

With much confidence and excellent control, the 2012 Shimano XT Trail Pedals is the perfect machine to handle singletrack and highly technical descents. Power and stability are enhanced by the huge integrated cage while offering superb pedal to shoe contact.

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Salsa Cycles has introduced its full-suspension 29er trail bike for 2012 called the Horsethief. For riders who are looking for bikes that are capable of tackling any terrain well, the Horsethief is the perfect machine to use on any trip or ride.

Combining a double-butted hydroformed top and downtubes with a forged bottom bracket piece and a tapered headtube, the front triangle strength and stiffness are maximized.Its hydroformed 6061-T6 alloy tubes increase strength and beefiness, making the Horsethief a real all-mountain worthy bike.

Engineered to be tough enough for huge rides, the 2012 Salsa Horsethief Full-Suspension 29er Trail Bike allows riders to tackle any rugged terrains with confidence. With a 120mm of rear wheel travel, the aluminum alloy frame of the Horsethief is able to take a 120-140mm suspension fork.

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For riders who are looking for a garment that can tackle the demands of the trail, the Vaude Trail Baggy Short is recommended. Riders will definitely love these well-constructed shorts as much as they love the trail. While they ride light, the shorts feature an amazingly close weave and reliable durability.

Like all Vaude cycling garments, this baggy short is made from an impressive high-quality fabric, especially with its outer. Instead of mesh, the liner shorts are a warmer smooth solid knit. Its extremely flexible pad molds well, too.

Furthermore, the Vaude Trail Baggy Short offers a better movement even without adding yards of more fabric. This is achieved through the stretch panels located through the inner thigh and the back yoke. Such stretch is necessary as it goes with a slim-leg style.

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Whyte has introduced its most versatile hardtail for 2011, the 19 Alloy Trail Mountain Bike. Included in the excellent components fitted with this classic 19 trail hardtail bike is the Fox F120 RL suspension fork with 120mm of travel and 15mm QR through axle.

Other components that gives this trail bike high performance are X0/X9 shifting, FSA Afterburner Crank, and Hope X2 brakes. It also features an ultimate trailbike finishing kit that consists of Fizik gobi saddle, Easton Monkeylite SL handlebar, Thomson Stem, and Thomson seatpost.

What the classic lightweight yet long-travel trail, 2011 Whyte 19 Alloy Trail Hardtail Mountain Bike, boasts most is its topnotch versatility. With regards to its ride and handling, this very versatile hardtail offers both technical capability and speed and noticeably feels slack on the trail.

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