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Converting Your Bike to a Hybrid Disc/Rim Brake Setup, Part 2

As you’ll recall, last week I let reader Bruce Ross grab hold of the Tech Talk handlebars to start the story of upgrading his beloved Colnago C59 to disc braking. This week, in the conclusion, he covers every detail involved, including getting the replacement fork refinished to match, and the complete costs. After reading the tale, if you have any questions or comments, Bruce … [Read more...] about Converting Your Bike to a Hybrid Disc/Rim Brake Setup, Part 2

Mental Preparation for an Important Bike Ride or Race: Tips to Help Any Cyclist

By Coach John Hughes Last weekend John Marsh and a buddy were slated to ride back-to-back centuries in a charity event. The course had about 4,500 feet of climbing each way over long, rolling hills. John and his buddy are both very fit and experienced century riders. John has ridden back-to-back days on multiple tours and events; his buddy has only ridden back-to-back days … [Read more...] about Mental Preparation for an Important Bike Ride or Race: Tips to Help Any Cyclist

AAA Bicycle Roadside Service Follow-Up

We got a lot of feedback about my article on AAA's bicycle roadside service in last week's issue. Several readers pointed out that AAA clubs operate independently, and not all of them offer this service. If they do, it might not be at the same level (10-mile maximum delivery range, for example, for one club vs. 200 miles for another). The moral of the story is, check with your … [Read more...] about AAA Bicycle Roadside Service Follow-Up

RockyMounts MonoRail Platform Hitch Rack

By Brandon Bilyeu HOT! Tilt feature allows vehicle hatch doors (top hinge) to open fully with bikes on rack Competitive pricing No frame contact No adjustments needed, just throw on any bike and go Integrated cable/locks to deter casual criminals Threaded hitch pin clamps rack in place Expandable for up to three-bike capacity 2- and 1.25-inch hitch models … [Read more...] about RockyMounts MonoRail Platform Hitch Rack

RBR Favorites: Readers’ Favorite Seat Bags & Gloves

Editor's Note: Of late, we've been running a regular feature – providing a rundown from RBR Contributors on our favorites across the spectrum of components, nutrition, clothing, accessories, you name it. As we do these pieces, we've been compiling the various reader comments and emails with your own favorites of those various pieces of gear. For the past three … [Read more...] about RBR Favorites: Readers’ Favorite Seat Bags & Gloves

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