Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley I wrote a few articles about hot waxing chains this year including one on Event Gear Simplyfast hot wax and another on the Silca Hot Waxing System, which includes a wax melting machine (with Simplyfast I used a crockpot.) Both these articles include my videos showing how to use the products to hot wax a chain. … [Read more...] about Observations on Cleaning Parts With an Ultrasonic Cleaner
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2024 Holiday Gift Suggestions
By Sheri Rosenbaum The trifecta of holidays are coming up – Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Whether you're shopping for yourself, a seasoned cyclist, or a beginner, there's no better time to find the perfect gift to enhance the riding experience. Here are a few thoughtful and practical ideas to add to your holiday shopping list. … [Read more...] about 2024 Holiday Gift Suggestions
David Bars, Cusa Coffee: 2 Holiday Gifts Really Suitable for Cyclists
By Kevin Kolodziejski “What the hell, Diane?” She rode with us most weekends we didn’t race, and even though she only started racing in her late 30s, Diane Castor (now Diane Grim) got so good she did some riding as a pro, and even a bit of it in Europe. She’s also one of the most thoughtful people I know, as well as the possessor of a wicked sense of humor that I … [Read more...] about David Bars, Cusa Coffee: 2 Holiday Gifts Really Suitable for Cyclists
Pearl Izumi Men’s PRO Thermal Jersey and Attack Hybrid Jacket
By Brandon Bilyeu Cost: PRO Thermal Jersey $220 Attack Hybrid Jacket $155 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail Colors: PRO Thermal Jersey - Twilight Blue, Castlerock Gray, Black, Red Dahlia Attack Hybrid Jacket - Castlerock Gray, Black, Goji Berry Red Website: PRO Thermal Jersey , Attack Hybrid … [Read more...] about Pearl Izumi Men’s PRO Thermal Jersey and Attack Hybrid Jacket
Smith Optics Sway and Bobcat Artist Series Sunglasses Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Lisa Congdon Artist Series frames – Bobcat (left) and Sway (right) Smith Optics Price: $225 (Bobcat); $195 (Sway) Available with clear prescription lenses: Yes (Sway) Availability: Limited edition, online only How obtained: Company sample RBR advertiser: No Sunglasses With an Artisan Flair Who says sunglasses are boring? … [Read more...] about Smith Optics Sway and Bobcat Artist Series Sunglasses Review