This week we’re avoiding the heat–and the slot machines–in Las Vegas and enjoying the most awesome bike show of the year: Interbike 2015. We’re scheduled to see all the latest tech and then some, and we’ll be writing to you directly from the showroom floor (it’s air conditioned, and the […]
Derailleurs. If only someone could just tell you why your chain keeps skipping cogs. Like if only they could just look at your bike and tell you, “Oh. Turn your high limit screw 1/8 of a turn, and twist your barrel adjuster four clicks clockwise.” That person would be a […]
GoPros Are NOT For Girls I’ve never wanted a GoPro. In fact, I thought it was a waste of money. My iPhone takes great photos. Why do I need to spend $400 on a camera when I have a very capable machine already? Oh, it’s supposed to take high quality […]
Our newest voice here at SLO Cyclist, Bri, gives the Mob Armor Mob Mount a thorough test off-road (including an official crash test–and when I say “official,” I mean, she accidentally crashed with it). Without further hem-haw-ing around, here’s Bri’s review on the Mob Mount: Most phone mounts on the market are […]
The folks at TiGr Lock are at it again–creating a cool and functional take on the u-lock. And, since it’s a TiGr brand product, this puppy promises a few seriously cool features. Not only will its construction keep weight at a minimum, its shape looks more portable than traditional U-locks. […]
Velo Saddles unveiled their new line at this year’s Sea Otter Classic and we’re impressed! At first glance the saddles while nice looking didn’t appear much different than most sleek road saddles currently on the market. But on closer inspection there are some really unique design advances at work in […]
We caught up with the folks at Skratch Labs at Sea Otter 2015 while their booth was absolutely slammed with people. Riders on their way to the starting line, dusty from the walk down the dirt roads, filled their bottles from multi-gallon buckets of drink mix. Casual cyclists bought bags […]
Over our weekend at Sea Otter Classic 2015, I got to hang out with the people at SRAM. And by hang out I mean I stood around staring at their bikes and was super stoked over the free socks they handed me (I might even be wearing them right now, who […]
We’ve just finished up the dusty, 25th anniversary of the enigmatic racing and crazy awesome expo that is the Sea Otter Classic. The sights, sounds, and giveaways flow here with booths tossing socks from their roofs and Cadel Evans meandering through the crowds. We’ve seen a lot of cool gear to […]
Introducing our resident triathlete, graphic design guru, and soon-to-be newbie cyclo-crosser, Shane. In his very first article for SLO Cyclist–he’s been the one in the background making things look legit around here–Shane reviews the BackBottle. Let him know what you think, and feel free to encourage his efforts in the written […]
How much cash did you drop on that fancy GPS computer with incoming call and text alerts? Or on one that merely spits out detailed ride data? Probably more than you’d like to admit to your spouse (my husband certainly didn’t miss that extra $400 from the checking account . […]
Ladies of the peloton, let out a collective, “Oh duh!” as Giro releases their new Ride Halter Bib. Designed to keep you comfortable on long rides, the halter top makes nature breaks so much easier than with traditional bibs. Instead of having to remove your jersey, simply pull the strap […]
A few years ago, I crashed my gleaming, two-week-old, beautiful Cervelo. I sent it off to be repaired with everything attached. My pedals were in the shop. My saddle was in the shop. And my fancy bottle cages were in the shop. All locked away from my old Cannondale (I […]
If you’re a “bull,” and you’re looking for a new saddle this season, you might take a look at the updated fi’zi:k Aliante. One of the industry’s most popular saddles, this year’s R1 iteration boasts a shaving of 30 hefty grams from previous models. Geared toward the balance of comfort […]
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