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Best Road Bike Upgrades

Many cyclists add upgrades to their bikes — usually in the form of higher-quality parts than what came stock with the original bike.  Some of these upgrades are well worth it, while others are just a smokescreen and a way to get you to spend money you don’t need to … Read More

Wahoo Kickr Bike Review

I’m kind of a pushover for Wahoo cycling equipment. Last year, when I upgraded to the Wahoo Kickr Axis, I knew I would never want to go back to another brand of trainer. It does exactly what I need it to do on top of being extremely reliable.

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Pearl Izumi Cycling Shoes

I started my cycling journey on a very tight budget, so my first pair of road cycling shoes were a discounted and discontinued model of Pearl Izumi Mountain Bike shoes. And to this day, they are still my go-to shoe for gravel, CX, bad weather riding, and bikepacking. So I … Read More

Nike vs. Pearl Izumi Cycling Shoes

Which cycling shoe is right for you?  Two top brands are Nike and Pearl Izumi.  Between the two, it’s not an easy choice to make when you’re in the market for new cycling shoes. We’ll take a look at each of these brands and compare a few of their most … Read More

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7 Best Cycling Shorts

Outside of your bike and its key components, and of course your helmet to protect your head, cycling shorts might be most important bike gear purchase you make.

We always suggest prioritizing “contact points” when thinking about upgrading your bike.  What more important contact point than where  your backside meets … Read More