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Home Workshop Series – Part 3: Basic Tools & Kits To Start Working On Your Bike

Now, we start to dig into tools. Probably the most needed item in your home workshop, and the most common first purchase, a good set…

Written by Tim Krueger January 07, 2015

Would The Sharing Economy Work With Your Personal Ride? Spinlister Thinks You Can Rent A Bike From Someone Like You

A new trend in the last few years has been called “the sharing economy”. Uber is one of the best examples, where people use their…

Written by Tim Krueger January 05, 2015

Spin Power adds water-proof silicone based chain lube, updated cleaning formulas

Spin Power has just created a new silicone based chain lube that’s impervious to water. “First of all, silicone a very good lubricant, and it’s…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 04, 2015

Review: Giro Alpineduro winter cycling boots (updated)

The Giro Alpineduro shoes borrow the brand’s lace-up style from their Empire road and mountain bike shoes, but use it to close up a fantastic looking…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 03, 2015

Tech Roundup: BRoller, Bikelops & iOmounts Bring More Tech To Cycling Via Crowdfunding

iOmounts makes device mounts with a patented magnetic technology that attaches simply, and adjust easily. At the Consumer Electronics Show opening next week, they will…

Written by Tim Krueger January 02, 2015

Just In: Battle the Cold with the Lake MXZ303 Winter Cycling Boots

Winter has officially started, the New Year is about to be rung in, and for a lot of us – it’s cold. For me, a…

Written by Zach Overholt December 31, 2014

Home Workshop Series Part 2: Lighting, Tool Storage and Work Stands

In Part One, we laid out a few ideas for creating a work space. Now it’s time to start filling that space up. Once you…

Written by Tim Krueger December 30, 2014

Saris Bones Trunk Rack Granted Coveted Configuration Trademark

Just how recognizable is the Saris Bones bike rack? According to the US Patent and Trademark Office, the design is now iconic enough to deserve…

Written by Zach Overholt December 29, 2014

Limar Eyewear sets sights on U.S., peers through budget to premium shades

Best known for their lightweight helmets, Limar has recently turned to the New World as it continues to expand its market share in the…

Written by Micah Redfield December 29, 2014

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

America’s leading gran fondo will take place on Saturday October 3rd, 2015, in Sonoma, County California and registration opens January 12th. The King Ridge Gran…

Written by Scott Vines December 26, 2014

Review: Inno Racks’ versatile Tire Hold hitch mount bike rack

As far as I’m concerned, the only proper way to transport a bike on the back of a car is with tray-style, hitch mounted bike…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 26, 2014

Basho Cycling Club & Jerónimo Cycles Join To Blend Cotton & Titanium

Unique builder Jerónimo Cycles that we have covered in the past has joined up with Portuguese custom bag maker Basho Cycling Club to create a pretty…

Written by Tim Krueger December 24, 2014

Paul Components Adapts Shifters To Your Bike In Two More New Ways

Paul Components has always been ahead of the curve on adapting drivetrains to various bikes they may not have been compatible with. Whether it be…

Written by Tim Krueger December 24, 2014

How To Build A NAHBS Bike – Part 2: Ensuring Proper Fit With A Specialized Body Geometry Fitting

Working into the process of building the custom Matter Cycles BeneFat, I wanted to make sure that all of this effort was not wasted, and…

Written by Tim Krueger December 23, 2014

Just In: Bell’s Shape Shifting Super 2R Full Face Helmet

In all actuality, a lot of the new “enduro” specific product is no different than what many have been using for simply mountain biking. That…

Written by Zach Overholt December 22, 2014

Pedal in High End Leather, with New PEdAL ED Mido Riding Boots

When it comes to winter riding boots there are plenty of options – if you ride clipless. A few brands offer flat compatible boots for…

Written by Zach Overholt December 22, 2014

Campagnolo Big Corkscrew Goes Direct, Ultimate in Wine Opening Precision Shipped Right to your Door

Many know Tullio Campagnolo for one of his most notable inventions, the modern quick release. Like any great inventor though, Tullio was always thinking of…

Written by Zach Overholt December 22, 2014

Spruzza Squirts Coolness

What could they possibly come up with next? Just in time for Christmas, you too can be squirting yourself with a stream of water right in…

Written by Micah Redfield December 22, 2014

Review: Pump Up The Jams With Spin Doctor’s Pro HP Floor Pump

Performance Bike’s house brand of accessories, Spin Doctor, offers products that are similar to major brands, but generall at a better price. Often produced in the…

Written by Tim Krueger December 19, 2014

Review: Compact and Powerful, the Lezyne Super Drive XL & Power Drive XL Shine Through

Self-contained lights are becoming seriously impressive. We got a first look at the Lezyne Super Drive earlier in the year, and now we take a…

Written by Tim Krueger December 18, 2014

Review: The lightweight, eensy-teensy Birzman Zacoo Macht shock pump

Considering shock pumps come with any new air suspension equipped mountain bike and with any air shock or fork purchase, most riders that aren’t a…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 18, 2014

Clothing Round-Up: From Vintage to Victoria’s Secret

Christmas is right around the corner and if you are stuck scrambling for unique gift ideas we’ve got a few good ones for ya.…

Written by Micah Redfield December 18, 2014

Wear Some Reflective Sharrows With New Start Up Bike and Arrows

Taking visibility to the next level, Bikes and Arrows is a new company out of Maryland working to keep cyclists safe by keeping them conspicuous.…

Written by Tim Krueger December 18, 2014

Carry Everything with the new Salsa Anything Cage HD

To many, the new Salsa Anything Cage HD probably doesn’t look like much, but to a seasoned bikepacker, it looks like options. Options to carry…

Written by Zach Overholt December 17, 2014

Stay Warm & Dry This Winter With New Cold Weather Clothing From Rocky Mountain, Rapha, Twentyeightco & More

Cold winter weather is here, and to continue riding through the chill, you need the proper clothing. The definition of winter can be very different…

Written by Tim Krueger December 17, 2014

New Ideas To Help Your Bike Commute From Lumo, Morpher, Ellaspede & More

The market of cycle commuters is not huge, and not as sexy as road or mountain bike racing. Typically underserved, Kickstarter has offered a way…

Written by Tim Krueger December 16, 2014

Selle San Marco Joins Up With Team Cinelli Chrome For A Concor Saddle Collabo

The Selle San Marco Concor saddle has been around since 1978, long enough to have a cult-like following. The first-ever anatomically designed saddle revolutionized the…

Written by Tim Krueger December 16, 2014

New Socks From Swiftwick, Darn Tough, Transition & Oxeego Make Great Stocking Stuffers

Swiftwick is celebrating the 12 Socks of Christmas, highlighting several of their sock designs for the holidays. Ranging from $12.99 to $49.99, they have the…

Written by Tim Krueger December 16, 2014