Newsletter Issue No. 1113
March 21, 2024
Len’s Bike Repair Stand Hack
Jim’s Tech Talk
By Jim Langley
Before we get to the main story, mega thanks are in order for all your comments about last week’s Tech Talk which was a bunch of tips for new tubeless tire users. Thanks for sharing! And I wanted to add that contrary to how new some readers thought road tubeless tires are, that the first official wheel/tire system actually came out 17 years ago (2007). And RoadBikeRider was the first to review it – took me a little searching but here it is if you want to go back in time. Read more.
Tifosi Stash Sunglasses – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum
On March 18, 2024, Tifosi Optics launched its latest sunglass style, the Stash, perfect for cycling and running. Last month, I scored a media sample from the company for testing. The half-frame, open-top design has the dimensions of 127mm x 53mm, thus recommended for medium to large faces. But the Stash fits comfortably on my narrow face, at only 34 grams. The adjustable hydrophilic rubber ear and nose pieces provide a no-slip grip even when I start to sweat. Read more.
Why Is My Heel Hitting the Crankarm?
QUESTION: My left heel shifts inward toward the crank. It’s not a problem when pedaling easily, but when I increase the wattage, my heel hits the crankarm. I also get saddle sores on the left side only. Any ideas? — Jeremy P.
Interview with Leah Goldstein, 2021 RAAM Overall Winner
By Sheri Rosenbaum
If you follow ultra-endurance racing, you’re well aware of Leah Goldstein’s incredible 2021 RAAM win when she became the first woman to take the overall solo division. But I bet you didn’t know that besides being an outstanding pro cyclist, her life story reads like a compilation of ten Hollywood movie scripts. And at only 55, there’s still much more this extraordinary woman can and will achieve. Read more.
How can I overcome my fear of riding again after a crash?
QUESTION: How can I overcome my fear of riding again after a crash? I started cycling about a year ago and really loved it, but recently, I hit a patch of gravel while rolling downhill at speed. I got pretty scraped up and had to have embedded gravel scrubbed out of my arm at an ER. I’m healing now, but the thought of getting back on my bike fills me with fear. How can I get past this? —Jerry K.
RBR’S STAN PURDUM REPLIES: There’s no single solution to this that works for everyone, but the fact that you want to get back on the bike puts you ahead of those who crash once and decide to never ride again. Below is a plan that may help. Read more.
Question of the Week
Have you ever witnessed or experienced a serious bicycle crash?
Other Cool Things to Read
Cycling News: Scope’s new ‘revolutionary’ Artech wheels claim to be among the worlds lightest
Cycling Weekly: ‘Usually I am the oldest but I try to hang in with the youngsters as much as possible’
Road.cc: Why the heck has our senior reviewer just bought a steel bike and is it really better than anything carbon or titanium?
Cycling News: Zipp releases photos debunking hookless rim failure after De Gendt crash
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11 Tips If You’re New To Tubeless Bicycle Tires
End Notes
