By Jim Langley With the mainstreaming of carbon frames and components – and at so many price points – you probably already know that the best way to safely tighten modern carbon parts is by owning and using a torque wrench. Torque wrenches allow you to tighten metal parts properly, too. But did you know that…
Today I’d like to introduce my friend and fellow bicycle nut, Bruce Ross. He has a Colnago he loves so much he wanted to upgrade it with disc braking – even if only on the front. He wrote up the whole project, from his decision to upgrade to everything involved in adding the brake, and…
By Jim Langley Saturdays were always my favorite days when I worked in bicycle shops. No matter how early I got to work, there’d almost always be at least one anxious roadie waiting at the door for me to help them with their bike so they could make their morning ride. And, throughout the day,…
By Jim Langley Price: $49.99 Source: Rinsten Spring Materials: Spring steel, aluminum Weight: 400 grams Colors: Gold, Silver, Black Compatibility: Fits most bicycle seatposts and saddles Rider weight: Up to 330 pounds (150 kg) How obtained: Product sample RBR sponsor: No Extras: 30-day cash-back guarantee and unconditional lifetime warranty Innovative Seat Suspension at a Budget…
By Jim Langley There were a whopping 27 comments to last week’s Tech Talk, Be a Hero on Rides, which I believe sets a new record. Thanks for the awesome feedback and additional tips to help your fellow roadies be heroes on rides. Here’s a wrap-up of your tips with a few side…
