By Sheri Rosenbaum Are you looking for ways to carry more gear on a gravel or overnight ride? Or maybe even on a work commute? Finding the right bag for the adventure can be challenging, but here are a few options depending on your needs. State Bicycle Co. recently released two types of frame bags and a handlebar bag. … [Read more...] about Frame and Bikepacking Bag Roundup
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Clamping Carbon Bicycles in Repair Stands
Jim’s Tech Talk Jim Langley Before we get to today’s topic, thanks are in order for all your potentially life-saving comments on our speed wobble columns last week and the week before. These stories will be an awesome resource going forward. Catch up here if you missed the articles and be sure to read the comments: Part 1: … [Read more...] about Clamping Carbon Bicycles in Repair Stands
Haftners Custom Design Bouclier Aero Socks – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Haftners Price: $24.99 (custom printed); $19.99 white Sizing: M (40-43 EU) or L (44-47 EU) Availability: Online Obtained by: Company sample RBR advertiser: No … [Read more...] about Haftners Custom Design Bouclier Aero Socks – Quick Review
Stress Less, Sleep More, Live and Ride Better. Read Before Bedtime
By Kevin Kolodziejski You may feel I’m prying, but in an effort to better you and your pedaling I’m asking: “What’s your number-one source of happiness?” While you consider that question (and maybe even my insolence), I’ll tell you about how I answered when asked exactly that one day in a classroom setting. … [Read more...] about Stress Less, Sleep More, Live and Ride Better. Read Before Bedtime
Eating and Drinking on Gravel Rides
By Coach John Hughes Nutrition for gravel rides is similar to nutrition for other endurance rides, with these differences: Riding rough roads takes more energy per mile. One study on The Effect of Cycling-specific Vibrations on Neuromuscular Performance tested 30 trained cyclists. The study found “Oxygen consumption (+2.7%) and heart rate (+5%–7%) increased significantly … [Read more...] about Eating and Drinking on Gravel Rides