Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley I’ll understand if electronic shifting isn’t your cup of tea. But before you scroll, you might like to know about this new system from Archer Components because it’s far less expensive than what Shimano and SRAM offer. Plus, it’s designed to fit all bikes using the components already on it. And it offers the same worthy advantages over cable … [Read more...] about Archer Components’ Ingenious D1X Trail Electronic Shifting Upgrade Kit
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Garneau Equipe Road Helmet Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot Affordably priced at $99ROTEXX Rotary Damping System safety featureInner evacuation channels and 33 vents keep you coolComfortable and light weightSpiderlock® UNO retention system dials in fitNew V-lock dividers for keeps straps flat against faceQuick drying and antimicrobial paddingRear dial for single hand adjustments Not Only … [Read more...] about Garneau Equipe Road Helmet Review
Proviz REFLECT360 Neck Gaiter Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Neck gaiters are one of the most versatile pieces of clothing you can wear cycling. It’s easy to pull up or down to control exposure to the elements. Gaiters are available in a variety of different fabrics, weights and a plethora of designs. … [Read more...] about Proviz REFLECT360 Neck Gaiter Quick Review
Bike Fitting With Elite’s New ‘Wheel-On’ Interactive Trainer: TUO
By Rick Schultz Elite's New Interactive Trainer- TUO HOT: Totally Interactive – replicating terrain features or training to power levelsANT+ & BLU Smart protocols – can use with any modern app (Zwift, FulGaz, etc.)Slope Simulation: 10%Accuracy: +/- 5%Power Output: 1300WQuick ClampingSteel frame, foldable beechwood legsUltra-Quiet, Ultra Smooth, and Stable*Unit … [Read more...] about Bike Fitting With Elite’s New ‘Wheel-On’ Interactive Trainer: TUO
Fixing Slipping Seatposts
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley You might have noticed from the dates on some of the comments, that last week’s Tech Talk titled Preventing Slipping Seat Posts, was actually a rerun. That’s because I was off camping (close to some nice riding, too). One of the comments to this “old” story was from reader Greg Titus, who asked - not long after the article appeared … [Read more...] about Fixing Slipping Seatposts