Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley You've surely heard the saying, "never discuss politics or religion." When it comes to cycling, I would add "and chain lube," because it's one of the things riders disagree about and argue about most. Even when there's agreement on the type of lube used, debating HOW to use it can result in a ruckus. With that in mind, my goal today is … [Read more...] about Event Gear CUBE Chain Wax Lube Revisited
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Backpacker’s Pantry – Freeze-dried food Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Backpacker’s Pantry Price: $6.99 to $12.99Activities: Bikepacking, backpacking, camping, hiking, hunting, sailing, mountaineering, and climbingMeals for Dietary Restrictions: YesTypes of Dietary Restrictions: Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut-free, soy-free, tree nut-free, high-calorieWhere Manufactured: Boulder, … [Read more...] about Backpacker’s Pantry – Freeze-dried food Review
Bell vs. “On Your Left”: A Friendly Debate With My Predecessor
By Lars Hundley One of the things I genuinely enjoy about this job is that I still trade texts and emails with John Marsh. If you've been a long-time reader, you already know John well — he was the publisher of Road Bike Rider before me, the second in a line that started with the site's founders. He's never lost his enthusiasm for cycling, or his willingness to share a … [Read more...] about Bell vs. “On Your Left”: A Friendly Debate With My Predecessor
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? See those two divots in the tire above? Those aren't gouges from running over something sharp. Those are the tire wear indicators. This tire only has a few hundred miles on it and it still fairly … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: Check Your Bicycle Tire Wear Indicators
Done and Dusted: My Return to The Cycling House
By Sheri Rosenbaum February couldn’t arrive fast enough. This year's winter was the kind that makes you question every life choice that led to living somewhere with actual seasons—subzero temps, relentless snow, and skies so overcast even Punxsutawney Phil wanted to retreat back into his cozy den. But the light at the end of this frozen tunnel and what got me on the … [Read more...] about Done and Dusted: My Return to The Cycling House