Mother’s Day (May 9) is almost here. If you want to find the perfect gift that says “I thought about this more than a week ahead of time and checked the shipping times,” now is the moment to get ordering. These gifts are the perfect options for all the different types of cycling moms out […]
Stromer releases new ST2 ebike with digital connectivity
Swiss bike brand Stromer has just announced its newly redesigned ST2 ebike. The ‘Speed Pedelec’ ebike is aimed at commuters and everyday cyclists. This is the brand’s first model to be designed with a carbon belt drive, an upgrade which the brand says works with a hub gear and the proven rear-wheel motor to supply […]
How Rapha uses its Wear Testing program to perfect its gear
When Rapha’s designers set out to make a new product the process is always unique. Whether it’s a shoe for exploring new terrain or a bib for racing in the pro peloton, the products are all tested by multiple Rapha wear testers—cyclists who push the product to its limits. As a result of the feedback […]
300% Stronger: Shimano Linkglide shifts focus to durability
Lighter isn’t always better. Shimano is shifting its focus to durability for the new Linkglide XT and Deore drivetrain. All of Shimano’s high-performance, weight-focused Hyperglide+ drivetrains remain. The new Linkglide options arrive in addition to Shimano’s existing offerings. What’s different? Well, Shimano says its Linkglide cassettes are a staggering 300 per cent more durable than […]
5 non-black bibs to shake up your cycling looks
For many years the clean look of plain black bibs were a standard in the cycling look book.While there have always been some bolder colour options available (for some reason often targeted towards triathletes), in recent years cycling apparel companies have finally started making classy looking bibs that aren’t just black. While we haven’t quite […]
Cycling Avenue might be the perfect one-stop shop for bike buyers
by: Molly Hurford As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, one thing is certain: it’s never been harder to buy a new (or used) bike. With global supply chain problems and shortages, most bike shops are left telling customers that the delivery date for their new bike is months away. But if you need that bike right […]
What to look for in a bar bag
Bar bags are having a moment in cycling. Once associated solely with gravel riders, bike packers and other not-strictly-road cycling formats, in 2021 the convenient and accessible storage methods are being sported by some of the most most traditionalist road cyclists out there. Even the pros are getting in on it—Wout van Aert recently posted a […]
Campagnolo releases new Bora Ultra WTO wheelset
High-end Italian bicycle component manufacturer Campagnolo has just announced its latest wheelset: The new Campagnolo Bora Ultra WTO series. The disc brake-only, top-of-the-line wheels will come in 33, 45 and 60mm rim-depth formats. The wheels, secretly already in use by UAE Team Emirates, Lotto-Soudal and Ag2R-Citroen Team, were ridden by Caleb Ewan when he took […]
This State Bicycle Co. x Grateful Dead collaboration is full of tie-dye, dancing bears and lightning bolts
State Bicycle Co., a cycling company known for its fixed gear, single-speed, city, and all-road bikes, has just announced its collaboration with American psychedelic rock band The Grateful Dead. The collection, designed as an effort to, “spread good vibes and take the recent bike boom to new heights,” includes cycling apparel, accessories and even some […]
Trek launches new Bontrager Aeolus RSL 51, Aeolus RSL 62 and Aeolus RSL 75 wheelsets
When Jasper Stuyven crossed the line at Milan-San Remo, after his well-timed attack with roughly 2.5-km to go, he did so on a pair wheels that have just launched today: the new Bontrager Aeolus RSL wheels. The pro on Trek-Segafredo had the Bontrager Aeolus RSL 62 on the front and Bontrager Aeolus RSL 75 at […]
Review: Rapha arm warmers and One20Percent chamois cream
You envision yourself getting out on the first rides of the season with no cares in the world—back on the bike, the roads are yours to explore. The reality is normally closer to a sore back, discomfort on your saddle and a complete inability to ever dress properly for the weather. RELATED: 7 spring riding […]
Good Reads – ‘The Cyclist Who Went Out in the Cold’ by Tim Moore
The Cold War has always fascinated me. As a historian and a behavioural economist, it presents one of the most turbulent and captivating case studies of human interaction, economic systems, and cultural polarisation. Last year, I read and reviewed Herbie Skyes’ ‘The Race Against The Stasi’ – it was a great read and a real […]