By Sheri Rosenbaum Skratch Labs Skratch Labs recently introduced several new products and flavors to their sports energy drink and fuel line. I’ve used several of the company’s products for years and welcomed the opportunity to test some new items. The items listed below are available online or retail; however, your LBS may not carry…
By Sheri Rosenbaum Three-dimensional, also known as 3D printing, has come a long way over the years. Companies have started using this technology in the cycling industry to make one-off parts and, most recently, saddles. A company called KAV has leveraged its technology for creating 3D hockey helmets and developed a cycling helmet. When you…
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley It’s all Ed Pavelka’s fault. You remember, Ed. He’s the founder and original editor/publisher of this here RoadBikeRider e-newsletter and comprehensive online resource for roadies. Ed’s retired from writing and publishing now and riding just as much as ever. Ed and I go way back. We first met during…
By Jim Langley Winter riding can wear and tear bicycles quickly because of the grit and crud that gets all over the frame and components. Also, excessive moisture can remove essential lube from the drivetrain, which accelerates chain, cassette, chainring, derailleur pulley and front derailleur cage wear, too. This is why it’s best to clean…
By Sheri Rosenbaum The latest addition to Velocio‘s Spring/Summer 2024 collection: a fresh colorway for their Ultralight and Utility bib shorts, designed for men and women. I was excited to try them out for the first time, and they didn’t disappoint. I paired them with a Luxe Sports Bra, ensuring ultimate comfort and performance during…
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 standard issue, it wasn’t as important to hang on to the…
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why not clean and lube chain after cleaning bike? Garden hose on light spray better rinse before and after soap brushing..
Because water and lube doesn’t mix
Cool vid. Thanks I prefer to clean my bike with garden hose. I ride a lot in the woods and mud so I need to do this quite a lot. First I was afraid that my stickers would come off but these https://bikersstickers.com/en/pages/our-stickers.html stick really good to the frame.
Does anyone know the name of the large brush depicted in this video? Not the detail brush but the long handled general cleaning one. Thank you for considering my question.