Should You Replace “Old” Carbon Forks?
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Who knew so many roadies had questions about carbon forks? The fork fun started a couple of Tech Talks ago and a new Q came in this week from a reader named “Steve.”
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Quick Tip: Get Ready Early for a Big Ride
Some pre-ride nerves are normal. A century, charity ride, tour or race matters to you, so you want it to go well. But you do not need to let last-minute details turn those nerves into worry. Start getting ready several days before the event. Check the bike. Inflate the tires. Charge the computer and lights….
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What Ultra Riders Can Teach Us About Fueling Long Rides
By Ric Stern I don’t know how long you’ve been cycling, but for me, this is my 43rd season, having started when I was 14. Realistically, this is totally unimportant, so why am I mentioning this? The answer is nutrition, and it’s our third column in our ultra series. Back in 1984, there were no…
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Across the Iron Range: Biking the Mesabi Trail
By Sheri Rosenbaum Last year, I planned a three-day bikepacking trip on the Mesabi Trail in Northeastern Minnesota. Torrential rains created major sinkholes along the trail, forcing us to cancel the trip. The trail remained on my radar, and planning began in early 2026—this time, the group wanted to make it a five-day trip, with…
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Am I a sucker for stopping to help riders with flats?
Question: Last Saturday, I stopped for a guy standing next to his bike with a flat. Nice bike, by the way. Nicer than mine. Turns out he had no tube, no levers, no pump, nothing. So I gave him my tube that cost me $15, helped him mount it, and aired it up with my…