I remember my first real rookie cycling mistake. I had just bought a Schwinn road bike at Salvation Army, and my mom gave me a little cash for my birthday. I spent hours looking up cycling gear on eBay, and was determined to get all set up to ride like […]
You know the numbing pain. The toe-crushing discomfort of ill-fitting cycling shoes. Pinky toes screaming at you to stop your training ride and immediately build a bonfire to destroy those kicks once and for all. You are not alone. I also feel your struggle. I also have buckled under the […]
If there’s one thing in road cycling culture that causes anxiety–more than clipless pedals–it’s getting your kit just right. Kask, makers of some very excellent helmets and some dang Koo sunglasses, have teamed up with designer and former pro rider Iris Slappendel to create a new collection of coordinated women’s […]
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 […]
We’ve got our ultimate guide to the best gifts for cyclists! Although we’re building this during the Christmas, Hanukkah, and other no less important holiday season, these gifts are great choices for the cyclist on your list at any time of year. OUR ULTIMATE GUIDE: GIFTS FOR CYCLISTS LEZYNE […]
OK. It’s official. Shopping season has arrived, and Christmas has encroached. But, hey, we’re done complaining about it–cuz there are some sweet Black Friday deals coming out from Wiggle. Including a Garmin Edge 100 for $275 So we’re starting off the Holidays with Wiggle Cycling’s online weekly deals leading up […]
I’ve been riding Alter Cycles’ Reflex 300 for a couple of months, and I’ve tested it on-road and off-road. If you’re reading this and wondering what the Alter Cycles’ Reflex 300 is, check out part one of our bike review for more info. We’ve also got a Route 400 review on […]
An alter-nate (ah, see what I did th . . . OK, sorry) take on suspension and energy storage, Alter Cycle’s revolutionary design claims for a smooth ride and easier pedaling. Here’s what we think about its performance. ALTER CYCLE’S REFLEX 300 BIKE REVIEW It’s the most unique bike I […]
If there’s one thing that’s key to having a great bike ride, it’s dignity. And what better way to have extra dignity while cycling than with SLO Cyclist’s Official Jersey and Bib Shorts. They’ll add so much to your cool factor that you’ll even be able to try cyclocross without any […]
Fix It Sticks: that’s code for innovation that won’t quit. Constantly outdoing themselves, the folks behind Fix It Sticks are like those cool guys who show up just when the party is starting to get lame, and they switch up the music to get everyone dancing again. Yes. Exactly like […]
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 […]
You know that hub you’ve got laced to your wheels right now? It’s now officially lame thanks to Rotor’s newest release: RVOLVER™. Why, you ask? Basically RVOLVER™ works by disengaging the ratchet ring from the hub’s radial and angular pawls when you stop pedaling. In English, that means there’s a […]
Pride. It’s the thread that runs through all cyclists’ . . . uh . . . socks? All right, so my metaphor didn’t work, but Swiftwick socks definitely do. They work on so many levels: comfort, coolness, cushion, patriotism, power. Their newest line of Vision 5 Spirit not only lets […]
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 […]
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