Newsletter Issue No. 1215

March 12, 2026

Quick Look: PDW Bingo and Swigamajig Stem Cap Bottle Carrier

Jim’s Tech Talk

By Jim Langley

The best way to carry something you need quick access to – say a swig of coffee from your insulated bottle as you pedal to work – is to carry it right smack in front of you on the handlebars. That way you can reach it, take a drink and put it back, all without having to take your eyes off the road or trail ahead. Read more.

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She’s a Super Cycling Coach . . . Sort Of: 78 Years Old, a Harvard Professor — and a Smoker

By Kevin Kolodziejski 

Could you ever see yourself spending $10,000 a year for a cycling coach?

Back in the aughts, I raced against a guy who told me he was paying $1 less than that. That his coach is Canadian Brian Walton, a former 18-year road cycling pro whose palmarès also included winning a silver medal in the points race on the track in the 1996 Olympics. That besides being able to contact him 24/7, Walton rides with him once a week to discuss his training and check out his form. That based on all that and the fact that he’s finally won a few races he feels the deal’s a bargain. Read more.

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ASSOS New Mille/UMA GT S11 Endurance Collection – Quick Review

By Sheri Rosenbaum

At the beginning of February, ASSOS launched their new endurance collection, the Mille (men’s) and UMA (women’s) GT S11. The collection is designed for everyday riding, with the new jersey and bib shorts offering comfort, breathability, and a modern look. ASSOS made updates to the material, fit, and logo. Read more.

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Quick Tip: Check Your Bicycle Tire Wear Indicators

Did you know that some bicycle tire brands such as Continental have tire wear indicators so that you can more easily tell when your tire is worn out and needs to be replaced? Read more.

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Will it hurt me to ride while I have a cold?

Question: Will it hurt me to ride my bike while I have a cold? —Leslie P.

RBR’S STAN PURDUM REPLIES: The answer depends on what you mean by “hurt me.” Since the so-called “common cold,” can refer to a variety of respiratory ailments and can range from “mild” to “acute,” the standard rule of thumb — or maybe I should say “rule of neck” — is that if the symptoms are all mild and above the neck… Read more.

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