November 13, 2025 Basic Tips for Drop Bar Brake Lever Positioning Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley When it comes to cyclists’ comfort and ergonomics, saddle position comes first so it gets the most attention. But, a lot of discomfort, even pain comes from another main contact point, the levers. Before shifting brake levers became…
November 6, 2025 Quick Review: NoNormal Outdoor Coffee Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley It’s no secret that many cyclists love coffee. It’s probably the reason group rides often start or stop at coffee shops, why some events hand out freshly brewed java and why caffeine is in certain energy foods – as just a…
October 30, 2025 Q & A with “Phil” Regarding Solutions for Hand Numbness, Tingling and Pain Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Today’s request for help comes from a Texan roadie named Phil, who has been reading and commenting on RoadBikeRider for many years (thanks Phil!). I share his question and my reply below (which…
October 23, 2025 Attention City Dwellers: Please Share Your Bike Care Tips for Those Living in Small Spaces Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Reader “Nancy M” read last week’s article titled How to Keep Your Bike Clean and asked this excellent question: “Any tips for those of us who live in the city and don’t…
October 9, 2025 Technical Q & A: Vehicle Racks and Risk to Carbon Wheels? Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley The question that we’re tackling today is related to our article last week which included tips from the rack company Küat. Reader Ken Stevens asked: “What about the issue of hot car exhaust damaging carbon…
