Words: Jen See Photos: Paris Gore At the inaugural Formation, hard-charging female mountain bikers hit big lines in Utah, with the hopes of starting an all-new event for women’s freeriding …
Jason Lorch

Jason Lorch
Born and grew up in Wales but now a fully fledged Aussie. A passionate mountain biker, hiker and general nature addict. I'm also a bit of a muso and enjoy a good craft beer every now and again (probably too often). I hope what we do here at Tyres and Soles will inspire people to get out there and experience first hand, the natural wonders that surround them. So, pump up those tyres, don your favourite boots. Grab a mate, a partner, a pet… and head out into nature. But tell us all about it when you get back.
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First LookMountain BikingReviewed By Us
FIRST LOOK – SP Connect Bike Mount
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchSP Connect Makes It Even Easier To Mount Your Mobile Device. SP Connect Introduces The Very Adaptable Bike Phone Mount Systems. Having your phone within a fingertip’s reach is something …
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Mountain BikingReviewed By Us
Now you can live the ROCKnROLL lifestyle you’ve always dreamed about!
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchGranite Designs – ROCKnROLL – Tool Review Whatever type of rider you are, no matter how far you venture into the woods or up into the mountains, at some point …
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We Get Swinging with the RockyMounts Backstage, the new benchmark in bike carriers. The BackStage is the only swing-away platform hitch rack on the market that swings out 180 degrees. …
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Mountain BikingReviewed By Us
Clever is as clever does with the Granite CLEVER TOOL
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchGranite Designs CLEVER TOOL – Review Whether you’re an enduro racer, adventure rider, road tripper or bike park hopper, you’ll appreciate the need for quality tools that can last the …
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Michelin Wild Enduro Tyre – Review Choosing tyres can sometimes be a frustrating and confusing experience. With a variety of tyre brands all shouting about their latest and greatest innovations …
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Whistler Performance Lubes – Review If you had a choice of using bike lubes and cleaners that didn’t harm the environment or the rider, would you buy it? If you …
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Mountain BikingReviewed By Us
Mons Royale may have created the ultimate riding jerseys
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchMons Royale Vapour & Phoenix Jerseys – Apparel Review The Mons Royale brand is known for its stylish and highly functional merino clothing, equally at home on or off the …
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Hiking, Trail Running and CampingReviewed By Us
Can you fix it? Yes, you can with Gear Aid repair + reuse
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchGear Aid Repair Kit – Tool Review Whether your adventure is climbing a mountain, fishing in the rain, day hiking in your local national park, or camping in your backyard, …
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Mountain BikingReviewed By Us
Sometimes the water on your back is the only thing you need
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchOsprey Kitsuma 1.5 – Pack Review The Kitsuma 1.5 is the ideal pack for women who want just that. The Women’s specific pack from Osprey has been developed for those rides …
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Mountain BikingReviewed By Us
Steadyrack, a better way to Store Your MTB
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchIf you’re an owner of multiple bikes, then you’ll appreciate the need for a sturdy, safe and space-saving bike storage solution. Steadyrack has just launched its latest version of wall …
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First LookHiking, Trail Running and CampingReviewed By Us
FIRST LOOK – ZENBIVY Light Sleeping Bed
by Jason Lorchby Jason LorchDesigned to be light-minded. Not light-headed. The Zenbivy Light Beds have a patent-pending zipper-less design which means they can hang with the lightest quilts and mummies on the market. Add …