By Sheri Rosenbaum If you are from the Midwest, you probably heard of a small company based in Madison, Wisconsin – Planet Bike. They’ve been making quality, affordable bike products for 20 years and, as part of 1% for the Planet, have given back by donating over $2 million to the grassroots bicycle movement. As part of the company’s sustainability pledge, in 2008, they … [Read more...] about Planet Bike Beamer 400, Beamer 700, and Blinky Squared Tail Light Review
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Chain Fell Off in Front? How to Get a Dropped Bicycle Chain Back on the Crank
Reader David DuMond sent us this quick tip, a remedy for a situation that, as he points out, often indicates an adjustment is needed to your front derailleur. Here’s what he wrote: Clink. Clank. Oops. Dropped your chain off to the right while trying to get on the big ring just as you are beginning a downhill? Possibly a poorly adjusted front derailleur, or you made to hasty … [Read more...] about Chain Fell Off in Front? How to Get a Dropped Bicycle Chain Back on the Crank
POC Cytal Road Helmet and Cadence Bib Shorts Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum As I continue to test the latest gear unveiled at Sea Otter Classic, I’m excited to share my thoughts on two new additions from POC: the Cytal road/gravel aero helmet and the Cadence collection, which includes bib shorts, jerseys, and accessories. … [Read more...] about POC Cytal Road Helmet and Cadence Bib Shorts Review
The Long Story of Lowering the Gearing on My Old Road Racing Bike
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Woo-hoo! The 2025 Tour de France is underway! If you’re watching, I hope you’re enjoying it as much as I am. The race hasn’t gotten to the high mountains yet, but during last year’s edition, I noticed that some of the guys were riding cassettes with 36-tooth largest cogs for the climbing stages. I immediately thought of the gearing on my … [Read more...] about The Long Story of Lowering the Gearing on My Old Road Racing Bike
What Are the Pros and Cons of Bib Shorts?
Question: Are there good reasons to choose bib shorts? Good reasons not to choose them? It can't be that cyclists worry about their shorts coming down, and bibs just add another layer in hot weather. -- Dan V. RBR Replies: Bib shorts have several advantages, some more vital than others: Bibs hold your chamois exactly where it should be. To minimize the risk of … [Read more...] about What Are the Pros and Cons of Bib Shorts?