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Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

The Munga bills itself as the “toughest race on earth” which shouldn’t be taken lightly as its creator has raced in the Freedom Challenge…

Written by Kristi Benedict June 06, 2014

Friday Shredits: Plenty of Rad from Red Bull,Trek, and Cycles Xprezo

If you weren’t pumped already for Brandon Semenuk’s upcoming Rad Company video, Graham Agassiz is on hand to help you along. If you’ve ever wondered…

Written by Zach Overholt June 06, 2014

Kickstarter: Thin is Key with the TIK Keychain

Pocket space is always limited, so a new Kickstarter campaign aims to minimize the profile of your keys by upcycling old bicycle chains.

Written by Saris Mercanti June 06, 2014

Just In: SRAM’s Most Affordable 1X Group, the New X1 with Actual Weights

It seems like forever ago, but it was just over 2 years ago that SRAM introduced their revolutionary XX1 drivetrain which promised to rid the…

Written by Zach Overholt June 05, 2014

Sneak Peek: Radar Powered Vehicle Avoidance from Backtracker

Last week it was lasers, now the bicycle industry looks to be entering into the world of radar. At least, once iKubu officially introduces their…

Written by Zach Overholt June 05, 2014

2015 Specialized Roubaix Getting Thru Axles?

Spotted in the Instagram feed of a Specialized rep, this looks very much like it could be the next generation Roubaix. From the looks, we’re…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 05, 2014

Flat tire on your car? Just mount up a spare bicycle wheel

Bill Mould is a custom wheel builder who recently partnered with a high school senior to build a wheel that could support the weight of…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 05, 2014

Strawfoot Handmade Merino Wool Summer Socks, Plus Limited Edition “Do Epic Sh!t” Socks from Defeet

Strawfoot Handmade is a small company located in Santa Cruz, Ca, that hand makes bags and other items using American sourced materials. In addition to…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 04, 2014

KlickFix CamOn! – The Ultimate Gopro Mount?

Tired of GoPro footage all from the same boring angle? Better riding clips all have one thing in common – multiple camera angles. But traditional…

Written by Zach Overholt June 04, 2014

New Honey Stinger Gels and Waffle Add Delicious Options, Caffeine

If you’re a believer in gels for your athletic performance, Honey Stinger has some new options for you – especially if it’s caffeine you crave.…

Written by Zach Overholt June 04, 2014

Bikie Girl Bloomers, Fun Styles for Women Commuters

Developed by a self described “mild-mannered patent attorney,” the Bikie Girl Bloomers are a line of clothes designed for commuters, that are comfortable enough to…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 04, 2014

Ride Report – Rapha Gentlemen’s Race Bavaria with Festka

In May, the first Rapha Gentlemen’s Race in Continental Europe was staged from their new base in Munich, exploring the rolling Bavarian foothills and less-beaten tracks…

Written by Cory Benson June 03, 2014

Kickstarter: The Jyrobike, An Auto Balance Bike For Kids

By harnessing the physics behind what makes a gyroscope work, the creators of the Jyrobike have built a bicycle that remains upright and stable, which…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 03, 2014

This is why cyclists can’t have nice things

It’s hard to pass judgement on a situation when we don’t know what preceded this interaction, but one thing is obvious from the short video…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 03, 2014

Ditch the Saddle for a Harness with the new Flying Bike!

Inventors are always targeting the bicycle saddle as an area of improvement – after all, for non cyclists they always seem to be a source…

Written by Zach Overholt June 03, 2014

Kickstarter: FlyPedals Universal Clipless to Flat Pedal Adapter

Clipless pedals offer many performance advantages, but can be awkward when heading out on a casual ride. Rather than carry a set of street shoes,…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 03, 2014

2015 SRAM Hydro-R Hydraulic Road Disc Brakes – New Video, More Updates

Continuing the slow trickle of new information, SRAM is shedding more light on what’s new for their hydraulic road brakes for 2015. Today, SRAM released…

Written by Bikerumor Staff June 02, 2014

Legendary BMX Designer Bob Haro is Back with New Ikonix Brand

After a long hiatus from designing BMX fames, Bob Haro returned in 2012 with a new brand – Ikonix. Their first order of business was…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 02, 2014

Rebuttal: Why Athletes Should Use Gels

Editor’s Note: Last month’s Physiology & Nutrition post, OSMO co-founder Stacy Sims’ regular column, discussed why she thinks gels are a poor choice for fueling…

Written by Bikerumor Staff June 02, 2014

Bike Intermodal: The World’s Smallest, and Most Impressive Folding Bike?

Imagine a folding bike that was so small and light weight that it became more of an accessory rather than a vehicle. That’s the folding…

Written by Zach Overholt June 02, 2014

60 MPH On The Flats? With The Air-Spear It May Be Possible

Life long martial artists Jim Wing has only been a cyclist for one year. But his goal of pedaling to the speed of 60 MPH…

Written by Micah Redfield May 30, 2014

First Look: Prototype Airborne 650b Enduro Machine

Trevor Gay is a busy man. When he’s not acting as the marketing and team manager for both Airbone Bicycles and DK BMX, you can…

Written by Zach Overholt May 30, 2014

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

The countdown to Crankworx Whistler 2014 is ON: 69 more days until the start of the August 8-17th event. Athlete registration opens June 1st. Steamboat…

Written by Kristi Benedict May 30, 2014

Four Legged Roundup: Pets who Ride

For your daily dose of random, we’ve collected two videos of cycling pets, which have been making the rounds today. First up, we have the…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 29, 2014

Strava Route Builder Now Updates App to Show Turns & Segments on Your Mobile

Strava’s Route Builder online tool has been helping cyclists plan a ride since last fall, but until now those finely crafted plans were stuck on…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 29, 2014

eHarmony’s 15 Reasons to Date a Cyclist, and the Response that Wins the Internet

Normally, I wouldn’t go out of my way to bring attention to an internet dating site, but this time I think we can make an…

Written by Zach Overholt May 29, 2014

From Hospital to Health, Wheelchair Converted to Bike Raises Attention for Charity

Created as a promotional tool for the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s annual Ride for Heart charity bike ride, this wheelchair was rebuilt into a fully…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 28, 2014