By this time your chain is likely hanging on the crank axel at the base of the crank arms and just sort of sitting there doing nothing while you are trying to pedal. First, keep pedaling — slowly (note, slowly). Watch to see if the chain re-engages with the teeth on the big ring.This sort…
Because everyone’s comfort level is different, beyond at least one spare tube, a pump or CO2, tire levers and perhaps a mini-tool, what to carry with you on a ride is a matter of personal preference, and there’s no right way or wrong way of how to do the carrying. So instead of a recommendation,…
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I feel lucky to have been at L’Eroica, because I stupidly almost had a “been there, done that” moment that caused me not to sign up. I’ll spend the next couple of weeks telling you a little bit about it, and sharing some photos that I hope capture the essence of the event. I’ll start…
However, the difference between commonly used lightweight shoe/pedal combos and the heaviest is roughly 200 grams (7 ounces). That will cost you a few seconds on a 5-mile climb — negligible in most situations. The shoe/pedal/cleat combo does constitute rotating weight, like the rim/tube/tire, so the penalty is magnified a bit. But because the circle…
