There are many reasons cyclists wear gloves when riding. They can help cushion your hands and prevent callouses. Sometimes a glove is enough shock absorber to make your elbows and shoulders feel better on a ride. Some cycling gloves are designed to keep your hands warm. Other gloves can give … Read More
I’ve seen it a few times. I get someone setup on their beginner road bike, their first one ever. They start looking over the bike, and get to the wheels, look at the valve, and ask “what’s this?!”
There are two main types of bike wheel valves: The Schrader
Bike fitting is an underrated service, and honestly one that more cyclists should get. In this article, I’ll give you an idea of what a bike fitting should cost, and what you can expect from the fitting session.
I know lots of cyclists who have cycled for years without a
Cycling can be a notorious rabbit hole for those easily taken with marketing claims. Admittedly, it is a past time that attracts gear junkies. The vast options for fat bike tires is no exception.
The newest bikes, parts, and accessories offer competitive cyclists a leg up, and even tempt recreational … Read More
E-bikes have exploded in popularity. As e-bikes get used more and more, their tires can wear, which requires some knowledge of which are the best e-bike tires to use as replacements.
Selecting the right e-bike tire depends heavily on your riding type and the terrain the bike is used on.
As far as hitch-based bike racks go, the Thule T2 lineup (classic and Pro XT) are sturdy, durable, and will get the job done for a long, long time. While the price is a little higher than we would prefer, if you have the ability to extend your budget to … Read More
Zwift has grown in its popularity by leaps and bounds, now with an estimated half a million users (maybe more) and being the talk of the town among indoor bike riders. For anyone with a smart trainer, they have no doubt heard of Zwift if they aren’t already using … Read More
E-bikes are more popular than ever! E-bikes help people ride further, faster, make riding more fun, and help people get on a bike who otherwise couldn’t. And with more manufacturers making e-bikes than ever before, the cost of an e-bike has become much more accessible, as well.
We are going … Read More
Keeping your cycling conditioning up while on vacation or traveling can be a challenge, especially on longer trips like vacations. Unlike running, where you can just pack some running shoes, preparing for bike training requires many more steps. I’ve been
Anyone who spends time on a bike trail or a bike shop knows that gravel bikes are exploding in popularity. But what exactly sets gravel bikes apart from other types of bikes?
I often have to answer this question for people, and the conversation usually
