Every cyclist knows the value of a safe helmet, but you don’t have to invest $200 to $300 to get top safety features in a lid. Here at Road Bike Rider, we think the most important feature of a helmet is protecting your head. So we’ve rounded up this list of bicycle helmets that meet…
By Rick Schultz Rating: Hot 2 Great options Rider 530 / Aero 60 Different models to choose from to match your needs – all with GPS functionality. Easy setup 78+ functions LONG battery life 1-second recording puts this on par with the Garmin’s. Tracks and Navigation mode. Can log into your network and sync data…
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Two episodes back, we covered chain drop fixes on bicycles with a single chainring. These bike drivetrains are commonly called “one-by,” written 1X. They’re the popular choice today on “gravel bikes” – essentially road bikes designed as much for dirt as for tarmac. And, a few 1X bikes have…
By Stan Purdum Sometimes bicycle journeys have benefits you don’t expect, as this narrative of a trip with my son Scott 30 years ago indicates. I wrote this shortly after the trip, but I was reminded of it recently during a conversation with him. “I don’t like long bike rides,” said my son, Scott. We…
By Brandon Bilyeu DSP Bar Tape: Aramus GC Gloves: Monitor SL Gloves: Cost: DSP Bar Tape: $42 – $50 Aramus GC Gloves: $30 Monitor SL Gloves: $30 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail, Lizard Skins website Colors: DSP Bar Tape: Solid – Black, White, Blue, Red, Neon Pink, Sky Blue, Cobalt Blue,…
