Tyler Benedict is the Founder of Bikerumor, where he’s written about the latest bikes, components, and cycling technology for almost two decades. Prior to that, Tyler launched and built multiple sports nutrition brands and consumer goods companies, mostly as an excuse to travel and ride in new places.
Based in North Carolina, Tyler also loves Overlanding & Vanlife and is always on the lookout for the next vehicle upgrade, secret trail, and off-grid adventure.
Go for an ultra-clean, color-matched cockpit with these stepped, locking spacers that ensure perfect alignment and all the sizes you need for a perfect fit,…
Silca’s Josh Poertner explains why not all graphene is the same, why wax chain treatments work so well, and lots more ways to reduce friction…including…
It’s not just a new map… Fresh racing formats and training features combine with a more personalized dashboard, club communications, and more for 2023. Plus,…
The all-new Look 765 road bike gets a lighter, sleeker frame with integrated vibration damping, stealth fender mounts, and more welcome updates to their long-standing…
Syncros’ new bikepacking bag collection offers unique features, waterproof materials, and clean design at affordable prices. With four pieces to mix and match, it’s a…
Exept’s unique monocoque carbon fiber manufacturing process changes the game with full custom geometry at mass production volume. Hear from co-founder Alessio Rebagliati about how…
In a very candid interview, Crank Brothers’ CEO Gaspare Licata shares stories of the brand’s growth and rebound over 25 years in business, even giving…
Here’s how HED Cycling makes their carbon-and-alloy wheels, develops prototypes and new wheels in-house, and more! Plus a look at some of the other interesting…
Using a new construction technique, Lycra reinforcements, and Shaniko Wool makes these all-season cycling socks better than ever. And the sourcing makes them better for…
The Gore-Tex Shakedry material debuted in 2017 as an ultralight wind-and-rain barrier where the laminate layer was the shell, and you could literally shake the…
Macaskill is back, this time turning San Francisco into his playground, jumping over, dropping off, and balancing on everything in sight! And yep, there are…
Silca’s titanium cleats for Crank Brothers Eggbeater & Candy pedals provide a firmer engagement & pedal feel that justify the price. It helps that they’re…
Soma’s Highway One road handlebar and shapely Clarence “flat” bar are getting new add-on extensions that give you new hand positions…or just another place to…
A do-it-all trail mountain bike with suspension that changes travel for climbing or descending, plus gorgeous looks. If you’re up for something different than the…
Using flexible high-density fabric spokes, the Berd Hawk30 mountain bike wheels are ultralight, but also tough and comfortable thanks to a new custom carbon rim…
At the 2023 Scott Genius launch, I interviewed two of the mountain bike engineers behind the design, Etienne Chaloin and Tim Stevens. From hiding the shock…
A wireless dropper seatpost that you never have to recharge? With fast reactions & quick drops? Magura’s latest Vyron MDS-V3 dropper promises all that with…
Marin simplifies their alloy Rift Zone lineup with a svelte new frame, updated suspension, more travel, and killer spec to create a very capable trail…
