When we first met the kind folks at Alter Cycles back at Sea Otter, a quick look at their unconventional bicycles didn’t convince us that all the marketing claims could be true. It only took one lap around the festival to show us that this bike has something special going […]
Fans of Shimano’s Ultegra R8000 have a new hint to drop to Santa Claus this year as Pioneer is officially shipping their Ultegra R8000 compatible power meters. Because there’s nothing like telling Old St. Nick that the most important sentiment is caring . . . caring to know your exact […]
If you’re nervous about buying a bike online, you’re not alone. In fact, we get questions from readers all the time asking about where to buy the best road, tri, and cyclocross bicycles online. We decided to take our answers a full step further–and make our wallet a little lighter–by […]
In this day of lighter and lighter components, tiny gains in aerodynamics, and the race to toss extra poundage from our bikes (this flat-fixing kit is just SO HEAVY), what part does the bike’s engine play in a cyclist’s ability to go fast? Well, Castelli, Obra, and Biketown got together […]
If there’s one thing cyclists love it’s drinking. While I personally imbibe nothing stronger than a chilled iced tea (no sugar, thanks), taking a long draught of the perfectly brewed good stuff is pretty much the most satisfying end to a long ride. Or a short ride! Because, heck, what’s […]
Most torque wrenches are missing something: flair. Let’s face it, it’s kinda tough to get too jazzed about reading the amount of force you’re putting into a bolt here or a bolt there. At least, this is what I thought before I used Silca’s T-Rachet with Ti-Torque extender. Even the name […]
When we saw Cycloc last year at Interbike, they were showing off the coolest of minimalist bike mounts called the Hero. Our enthusiasm was quickly checked, when the subject of Speedplay pedals came up. Not compatible. So we wrote about the really cool Solo Bike Hanger instead. But the super […]
Smart road bike pioneer SpeedX announces its latest top-end model – the Unicorn – which features a highly accurate integrated SpeedX power meter to complement its sophisticated integrated computer. Available on Kickstarter from $3,199, the Unicorn also benefits from a cutting-edge aerodynamic carbon fiber frame with a unique Vibration Control […]
SILCA has just introduced their new sliding T-Handle Folio hex set and the Tattico Mini-Pump as part of an early teaser to their new 2017 line of products. I saw both of these back in September at Interbike, and, after some hands-on, it’s clear that these are high quality tools for […]
Change of Pace While road riding offers some variation via climbing, descending, flat sections, distance trips and speed sprints for the most part it’s a lot of the same thing. Don’t get me wrong I love my road bike and my hours in the saddle along some beautiful scenic central […]
Around here, when we think aero wheels, we contemplate our lives spent riding along coastal byways. Wind, sand, fog, dolphins spouting off in the waves, the crash of blue . . . ok, actually, yah, it’s pretty beautiful. But where we are, wheels make a difference. That’s why we were stoked […]
Feedback Sports has a custom take on tools with their newly available kits that go wherever you go. And judging by their take on chain whips (shown in the right side of the image below), we think they put in some serious R&D here. We caught up with the folks at […]
If there’s one thing Showers Pass has, it’s class. They definitely know how to throw a breakfast. As I sat sipping peppermint tea and watching the product demo, I thought two things: “Man, I love raw sugar,” and “Wow, those are reflective.” Eloquent, I know. But Showers Pass’ take on […]
A little searching at bike reviews and articles for “affordable” bikes will land you some interesting results. Apparently, affordable means spending at least $1500 but less than $2500. That may be fine for some riders, but there are plenty of us out there who know the true meaning of “affordability.” […]
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