Advocacy & Industry News

IMBA Updates e-MTB statement, becomes more accepting

While their core mission remains the same, to improve trail access and quantity throughout the U.S. and globally, IMBA has to also consider the types…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 13, 2017

Friday Roundup: Cycling Odds & Ends

Ride with Reason, André Greipel & Zwift to fight ALS on Sunday – Ride on Zwift with André Greipel and friends this Sunday, Nov 12 to…

Written by Cory Benson November 10, 2017

The Build Cycle Podcast #032 – JensonUSA’s crazy startup story

If you’re going to start a business, it’s hard to beat something that fuels and funds your passions. Mike Cachat started JensonUSA in the most…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 09, 2017

IMBA’s 2017 Dig In Campaign to create 500 miles of trail in 31 states

IMBA’s annual Dig In Campaign launched this month and promises to raise awareness and funds in support of 68 trail building projects spanning 31 states.…

Written by Christophe Noel November 08, 2017

Book Report: Nick Legan’s Gravel Cycling is a great guide to adventure

When it comes to the bike industry, Nick Legan has seen it all. From a professional mechanic with Team RadioShack, the Technical Editor for VeloNews,…

Written by Zach Overholt November 06, 2017

Jim Felt departs Felt Bicycles, headquarters moves to new California location

After 25 years of having his name on the bikes and the building, Jim Felt is stepping away from Felt Bikes. While Jim will be…

Written by Zach Overholt November 06, 2017

Aqua Blue will race this 3T Strada 1×11 aero road bike in the pro peloton

In 2018, Aqua Blue will become the first modern pro team to race a 1x drivetrain in the pro peloton. They’ll be aboard the new…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 06, 2017

Friday Roundup: Cycling Odds & Ends

Interscholastic Mountain Biking gets support from Club Ride, plus new WV & MD leagues – Ketchum, Idaho based clothing maker Club Ride has just signed on…

Written by Cory Benson November 03, 2017

Rolf Prima launches Astral Cycling to sell US-made custom rims

For more than 20 years Rolf Prima has been synonymous with paired spoke wheeled systems. From the stages of the Tour de France to World…

Written by Christophe Noel November 02, 2017

Canyon adds Velofix assembly & delivery to USA consumer-direct options

As part of Canyon’s U.S. invasion, the direct-to-consumer brand has added one more delivery option to their arsenal: Velofix. Now, for $95, you can ignore…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 02, 2017

Saris drops Cycling Group from name, Cycleops, Powertap, and Bike Fixation now by Saris

Saris Cycling group has grown a lot in their 40 years of business. From building their first racks inside an old chicken coop, to becoming…

Written by Zach Overholt November 01, 2017

Strava Global Heatmap displays 17 billion miles of recorded activity

If you’re unaware of Strava’s influence in the world of athletic endeavors, their newly updated Global Heatmap makes for a powerful visual. Created to display…

Written by Christophe Noel November 01, 2017

Top 10 reasons to visit the Philly Bike Expo, by the Bike Snob

Need one more bike fix before winter fully hits? Here’s 10 reasons, as written by Bike Snob, you should head to the Philly Bike Expo…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 31, 2017

Floyd’s of Leadville approved by World Anti-Doping Agency, bigger capsules & tinctures added to the mix

After a number of tough years, Floyd Landis has rebounded through his new company Floyd’s of Leadville. We recently covered Floyd’s and their all-natural CBD oil…

Written by michael gushulak October 30, 2017

Polar opens up fitness & activity tracking API to developers

Likely looking to spread their wings to the lucrative health and corporate organization markets, Polar is now making its API free to 3rd party developers.…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 30, 2017

Win Nicky Hayden’s custom S-Works Venge ViAS Disc, proceeds benefit Nicky Hayden Memorial Fund

Earlier this year, Nicky Hayden was added to a growing list of cyclists taken from us all too soon. Somehow, Nicky’s death seemed to hit…

Written by Zach Overholt October 26, 2017

Suspension Tech: Should shock tunes vary by frame size?

With modern suspension bikes, so much attention is paid to the pivot placement, leverage ratio, and shock stroke and length. On top of that, every…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 25, 2017

Win a Specialized Turbo Levo and more by supporting 139 Fund & Backcountry Lifeline

For the second time this year, Backcountry Lineline and the 139 Fund are teaming up for a giveaway fundraiser with some awesome prizes. Between the…

Written by Zach Overholt October 25, 2017

The Build Cycle Podcast #028 – BOA founder Gary Hammerslag

Chances are one or more pair of your cycling shoes uses a BOA dial to snug them up. Ultimately, this story is about making a…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 24, 2017

Friday Roundup: Cycling Odds & Ends

QBP et al. open diverse applications for Women’s Bike Mechanic Scholarship – The Women’s Bike Mechanic Scholarship Program is back for its fifth year. QBP & their…

Written by Cory Benson October 20, 2017

Handsome Cycles’ new Pillion tandem is easier to ride for all

While it’s easy to look at tandems as quirky bikes for quirky people, Handsome Cycles’ founders have a heartfelt, wholesome reason for building their new…

Written by Steve Fisher October 18, 2017

Strava Posts go social, bringing rides to life with Facebook-like stories

Until now Strava has been exclusively a sport activity tracking site. And while that hasn’t slowed it from dominating with ideas like ‘Strava or it…

Written by Cory Benson October 17, 2017

#MondayMotivation – 3 cycling videos to get your week started right

Ripping aboard the new Rocky Mountain Instinct 29er trail bike, Thomas Vanderham and Sam Schultz hit the singletrack around Sun Valley, Idaho. OPENING NEW TRAILS,…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 16, 2017