Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley The best way to carry something you need quick access to – say a swig of coffee from your insulated bottle as you pedal to work – is to carry it right smack in front of you on the handlebars. That way you can reach it, take a drink…
By Sheri Rosenbaum At the beginning of February, ASSOS launched their new endurance collection, the Mille (men’s) and UMA (women’s) GT S11. The collection is designed for everyday riding, with the new jersey and bib shorts offering comfort, breathability, and a modern look. ASSOS made updates to the material, fit, and logo. “The MILLE/UMA GT…
Question: Will it hurt me to ride my bike while I have a cold? —Leslie P. RBR’S STAN PURDUM REPLIES: The answer depends on what you mean by “hurt me.” Since the so-called “common cold,” can refer to a variety of respiratory ailments and can range from “mild” to “acute,” the standard rule of thumb…
By Kevin Kolodziejski Could you ever see yourself spending $10,000 a year for a cycling coach? Back in the aughts, I raced against a guy who told me he was paying $1 less than that. That his coach is Canadian Brian Walton, a former 18-year road cycling pro whose palmarès also included winning a silver medal in…
Did you know that some bicycle tire brands such as Continental have tire wear indicators so that you can more easily tell when your tire is worn out and needs to be replaced? See those two divots in the tire above? Those aren’t gouges from running over something sharp. Those are the tire wear indicators….
