By Sheri Rosenbaum Trek Bikes Price: $44.99 (headlight or taillight individually); $84.99 (set) Front Light Lumens: Low – 5, High, and Day Flash - 100 Rear Light Lumens: Night Flash and Night Steady – 2, Day Flash – 35, Day Steady - 20 Front Run Time: Low – 24 hours, Day Flash – 11 hours, High – 2 hours Rear Light Run Time: Night Steady – 21 hours, … [Read more...] about Trek Ion R and Flare R City Light Set Review
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Knog Oi Luxe Bike Bell Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Hot! Metal construction, no plastic bits Good looks and blends in on the handlebar Nice, clean sound Compatible with shifter and brake lines Not! Could be louder Only fits round bars Cost: $45 Colors: Black, Silver, Brass How obtained: review sample from company RBR Sponsor: no Available: online and … [Read more...] about Knog Oi Luxe Bike Bell Review
Realand Nutrition Recovery Mix Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Realand Nutrition Price: $47.60 per 1.35 lb bag (cheaper with subscription) Flavors: Grass Fed Whey Protein Isolate (chocolate or unflavored), Plant-based Protein (chocolate) Protein: 22 grams per serving (whey and plant-based chocolate); 25 grams per serving (whey unflavored) Calories: Grass Fed Whey Protein Isolate - 120 calories for … [Read more...] about Realand Nutrition Recovery Mix Review
A Different Take on Dealing With Cyclist Haters
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley The story last week in newsletter #1188 entitled Bike Hater Meets His Match - Will You?, reminded me of a similar tale that had a different outcome. I’m sharing it below. First though, I don’t consider these people “bike” haters. It’s not the bike they hate, it’s us. So “cyclist hater” is what I’d call them. … [Read more...] about A Different Take on Dealing With Cyclist Haters
Is it okay to wear all black when cycling?
Question: I’ve been cycling on our area roads for a few years now, and for safety and to be seen by drivers, I always wear bright clothing. But I see quite a few local riders who wear dark colors, and a few who sometimes wear all black. What are they thinking? —Joan S. RBR’S STAN PURDUM REPLIES: Their reasons, whether good ones or not, vary. Some prefer black because lube … [Read more...] about Is it okay to wear all black when cycling?