Newsletter Issue No. 1120
May 9, 2024
Just Arrived: Wippermann Connex 12-Speed Chain
Jim’s Tech Talk
By Jim Langley
Wipperman Connex chains have served me well for years and I was happy to recently receive one of their new 12-speed chains from their USA distributor Cantitoe Road. It’s made to fit Shimano, SRAM and Campy 12-speed systems. Note that it is not a replacement for SRAM Flattop chains. Read more.
To Be Totally Aware on the Bike: It Makes You a Bit More Than Safer
By Kevin Kolodziejski
A vital advantage. An extra edge.
In his autobiography, “Laurent Fignon: We Were Young and Carefree” (Yellow Jersey Press, 2010), the feisty, astute, and my favorite French cycling legend says both about something you probably see as neither.
Aging. Read more.
A Thrilling Ride on the New BMC Roadmachine at Sea Otter’s Gran Fondo
By Sheri Rosenbaum
When I discovered that I would be traveling to Monterey, California, for the Sea Otter Classic, I immediately knew I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to go biking. With such a busy schedule, I’d only have a chance for one ride. Instead of going through the hassle of shipping my bike, I decided to take advice from the event’s website and rent from a local shop. The last piece of the puzzle was registering for the Gran Fondo Pacifico, a 50-mile ride with 3,000 ft of elevation gain. Read more.
Why Does Speed Change Unpredictably on Group Rides?
Question: I’m new to road riding and enjoy going with our local Sunday group. But I don’t understand why the pace is so variable. We’re cruising along talking, then suddenly the pace increases drastically or several riders go sprinting up the road. What’s going on? — Harry I.
RBR Replies: Welcome to pack dynamics! You may not be in a road race, but sometimes it’s hard to tell. Read more.
Continental Introduces ContiTPU, Joining the Trend of TPU Bicycle Tubes
By Lars Hundley
Continental has launched ContiTPU, a made in Germany TPU inner tube designed for road, gravel, and mountain bike riders. The ContiTPU inner tube is the latest addition to Continental’s product range, offering cyclists a new lightweight and durable tube option for their rides. Read more.
Question of the Week
Do you ride more with groups or alone?
Other Cool Things to Read
Outside: The More You Cycle, the Lower Your Risk of Knee Arthritis
Gran Fondo Daily: 15 Year-Old Enzo Hincapie Wins Chattanooga Gran Fondo – A Second Time
The Cycling Independent: Half Wheeling?
Road.cc: Common bike fit mistakes and how to avoid them
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How to Avoid Getting Dropped on Group Rides
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