By Greg Conderacci They’re heavy. They’re expensive. They creak. They stretch until they become unusable. Sometimes, parts break (ALWAYS at the worst time). So why do so many ultra-endurance cyclists ride Selle Anatomica saddles? They’re comfortable. Eventually, the comfort-enhancing cut down the center of this flexible leather saddle dwindles to a mere … [Read more...] about Saddle Surgery: Cutting Out the Numb
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Kora Neema Yak Wool Tank Top Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot Available for men and women.Next to skin soft and comfortableNaturally odor-resistant, wear multiple times without washingFabric is highly breathable and moisture-wicking propertiesVarious uses: wear as a tank top or as a baselayer30 day Trial GuaranteeGreat for off the bike use, too … [Read more...] about Kora Neema Yak Wool Tank Top Review
KOM Cycling RPV2 Full-Motion Rocker Plate Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot Provides additional comfort during indoor training ridesFour directional movements improve balance and engages core musclesRocker plate comes 99% assembledCompatible with most trainersCan use media desk even with the fore/aft movementQuality construction should provide years of useFor RPV1 owners, upgrade kit available for $449.99 … [Read more...] about KOM Cycling RPV2 Full-Motion Rocker Plate Review
Phil’s Trick to Get Carbon Wheels to Trip Red Light Sensors
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley I'm letting reader Phillip Young steer the Tech Talk sled this week because he took the time to share what seems to me to be an ingenious tip - and even provided photos. His hack is a new one to me, too. It concerns how to get those annoying under-pavement red light sensors to detect your carbon wheel-equipped bicycle. I'm sure you've … [Read more...] about Phil’s Trick to Get Carbon Wheels to Trip Red Light Sensors
Some Summer Cycling Do’s and Don’ts
By Rick Schultz NEVER lay your bike down on the right (drive) side.Why not? Because the rear derailleur hanger can be easily bent which will cause all kinds of shifting problems.ALWAYS use (at least) 2 contact areas when leaning your bike against something. Rear wheel + Saddle, Rear wheel + Handlebars, Handlebars + Saddle, etc.Why? With only one contact point, it is easy for … [Read more...] about Some Summer Cycling Do’s and Don’ts