By Sheri Rosenbaum I stopped using hydration packs over 20 years ago because I never liked any of the designs. The old packs used just hang on your shoulders, shift around during pedaling, and required removal to access nutrition, phone or what not. … [Read more...] about Trying Out Camelbak and Orange Mud Hydration Packs on the Road
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Observations of a Zwift (Virtual World Riding) Rookie
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley It’s all Ed Pavelka’s fault. You remember, Ed. He’s the founder and original editor/publisher of this here RoadBikeRider e-newsletter and comprehensive online resource for roadies. Ed’s retired from writing and publishing now and riding just as much as ever. Ed and I go way back. We first met during the Putney Bicycle Club’s Route 9 … [Read more...] about Observations of a Zwift (Virtual World Riding) Rookie
How Can I Protect My Hips in a Bicycling Crash?
QUESTION: I've met several cyclists who've fallen and sustained injuries to the hip joint, pelvis or femur. We all wear helmets for obvious reasons, but is there any protection available for the hip? I'm particularly worried about going down on my gravel bike in a turn. -- Al D. … [Read more...] about How Can I Protect My Hips in a Bicycling Crash?
Fleximount GR48 Overhead Storage Rack and Accessory Hooks Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Fleximounts Price: $179.99 (rack); $22.99 (hooks) Size: 4’x8’ Height: Adjustable from 22”-40” Capacity: 600 lbs Colors: Black or white Material: Cold-roll steel I’ve never heard anyone say they have plenty of room in their garage. You are always looking for more space and as cyclists we need to find a way to store our bike collection. … [Read more...] about Fleximount GR48 Overhead Storage Rack and Accessory Hooks Review
Di2 Batteries Won’t Stay Charged: Ask the Coach
QUESTION: I’ve got a bike with ultegra di2 electronic shifting after 2 years and 10k miles With no problems. The system won’t stay charged more then 48 hrs. The Bike has spent most of the summer in the local bike store where they swapped the main cable And the battery. It still Doesn’t work. Any suggestions? As a work around I just charge it up before every ride when charge … [Read more...] about Di2 Batteries Won’t Stay Charged: Ask the Coach