Newsletter Issue No. 1197
October 30, 2025
Q & A with “Phil” Regarding Solutions for Hand Numbness, Tingling and Pain
Jim’s Tech Talk
By Jim Langley
Today’s request for help comes from a Texan roadie named Phil, who has been reading and commenting on RoadBikeRider for many years (thanks Phil!). I share his question and my reply below (which I already sent him). As you’ll read, my advice to Phil is pretty basic and has more to do with bike fit and ways to possibly alleviate the pain through component changes. Read more.
Northwave Razer Off-Road Cycling Shoes – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum
Bike adventures don’t need to stop when the pavement ends. In fact, I believe the real fun begins on the road less traveled. The new Northwave Razer off-road shoe is versatile enough to take you from paved roads to gravel and even local trails. And don’t worry about scrapes — the welded TPU toe cap and heel guards protect the shoe from whatever the conditions throw at you. Read more.
How Can I Stop My Cycling Clothes from Stinking?
Question: Over time, the synthetic materials used for my cycling jerseys and base layers seem to retain a sweaty smell. In my case, at least, it can be pretty potent. It has only one advantage — no one will draft on me! How can I get my clothes to smell fresh again? — Steve H. Read more.
Tracking Your Ebike Battery Range
By Stan Purdum
A long-time reader of Road Bike Rider named Bob Williams recently contacted me after seeing some of my articles about my experiences with ebikes. He’s 77 years old, and states that he has enjoyed RBR’s “focus on riding well as we age.” Bob and his wife are members of the Portland Velo bicycle club and participants in Cycle Oregon, which runs large cycling events yearly around Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. He has also co-written, along with Cycle Oregon’s marketing manager Chris DeStefino, some articles for the Cycle Oregon blog page about riding e-bikes and integrating e-bikes into both organizations. Read more.
Other Cool Things to Read
Bike Radar: Man wheelies bike for 93 miles, destroying world record
Canadian Cycling: The not-so-gross guide to indoor cycling
Bike Radar: Rapha loses money for 8 consecutive years
Question of the Week
Can you ride a wheelie?
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How do I carry clothing layers I take off during a ride?
End Notes
