By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot! A stiffness rating of 4 allows for comfort and walkability Very comfortable Perfect for road and crushed limestone trails Lace-up allows for greater adjustability Silicon heel grippers keep the foot in place when riding or walking Not! A bit warm on hot days Fizik Price: $179.99 Sizes: 36 – 48 EU (37 to 47 … [Read more...] about Fizik Tempo Beat Cycling Shoes Review
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Cycling Pioneer, a book by Lon Haldeman
By Lars Hundley I am the third publisher at Road Bike Rider, which has been sending out a weekly newsletter for more than 20 years. Many of our newsletter readers have been here since the beginning and have read about Lon Haldeman over the years. I'm sure that some of you have even participated in one or more of his guided PAC Tour bicycling expeditions that he has been … [Read more...] about Cycling Pioneer, a book by Lon Haldeman
Rudy Project Rebel Helmet Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Hot! 5-Star Viginia Tech helmet rating Quick and easy retention system Very effective 22 vents One-handed buckling with FidLock Divider keeps straps away from ears BugStop mesh keeps the bugs out Not! Helmet straps loosen over time Cost: $350 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, … [Read more...] about Rudy Project Rebel Helmet Review
Discs Brakes On Tandems & A Reader’s Epic Story
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley In last week’s Tech Talk, I asked you to weigh in on a few recent thoughts I had on disc brakes on road bikes – and BOY, did you ever! So many comments came in that I’m still reading them. Thanks so much! Here’s a link to that story and the comments so that you can dig in if you missed it. Along with opinions, tips and advice, … [Read more...] about Discs Brakes On Tandems & A Reader’s Epic Story
Osprey Raptor 14 and Raven 14 Packs – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Osprey Price: $175 Pack Dimensions: 9.8H X 8.7W X 18.9D in. Pack Volume: 14 L Hydration Bladder Size: Hydraulics LT 2.5 L included ($46 value) Weight: 2.1 lbs Colors: Firestarter Orange, Black, Postal Blue (Raptor 14); Aprium Purple, Space Travel Grey, Waterfront Blue (Raven 14) Options: Hi-Vis rain cover … [Read more...] about Osprey Raptor 14 and Raven 14 Packs – Quick Review