By Sheri Rosenbaum One of my goals for this year is to try bikepacking. I lean toward credit card camping (aka hotels, motels, BnBs), but I haven’t ruled out sleeping in a tent. Either way, a multi-day adventure will have me carrying gear on my bike. I currently have two exciting adventures planned. A three-day trip in Wisconsin on the 400 State Trail to the Elroy-Sparta … [Read more...] about Bikepacking Gear Roundup – Part 1
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Northwave’s 2025 Revolution Road Shoe Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Northwave Price: $252.99 Sizes: 36 to 50 EU (wide width available, too) Fit: True to size Colors: Black, white, light grey/sage, and white with fluo-red dials and accents Upper Material: PU synthetic leather Sole Material: Morph Carbon composite Stiffness Rating: 13 out of 15 Weight: 335g (size 45 EU) Cleat Compatibility: … [Read more...] about Northwave’s 2025 Revolution Road Shoe Review
High Above Supernatural Hydration Pack – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum High Above Price: $240 Sizes: One size fits most Colors: Black and Glacial Grey Hydration Bladder: 2-liter Hydrapak double-baffled reservoir Total Volume: 6 liters (2L water, 4L cargo) Weight: 20 oz (565g) including reservoir Storage: External bungee system, two front stretch pockets, one internal zippered pocket with key … [Read more...] about High Above Supernatural Hydration Pack – Quick Review
Planet Bike Beamer 400, Beamer 700, and Blinky Squared Tail Light Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum If you are from the Midwest, you probably heard of a small company based in Madison, Wisconsin – Planet Bike. They’ve been making quality, affordable bike products for 20 years and, as part of 1% for the Planet, have given back by donating over $2 million to the grassroots bicycle movement. As part of the company’s sustainability pledge, in 2008, they … [Read more...] about Planet Bike Beamer 400, Beamer 700, and Blinky Squared Tail Light Review
POC Cytal Road Helmet and Cadence Bib Shorts Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum As I continue to test the latest gear unveiled at Sea Otter Classic, I’m excited to share my thoughts on two new additions from POC: the Cytal road/gravel aero helmet and the Cadence collection, which includes bib shorts, jerseys, and accessories. … [Read more...] about POC Cytal Road Helmet and Cadence Bib Shorts Review