The all-new Zipp 404 Firecrest are a bit of a surprise in that they feel, in all the right ways, like a much shallower wheel where it counts. Yet, they have the deep aero shape that some racers want. Which means, as much as I hate to say it, they kinda hit that sweet spot
Month: June 2021
Cycling head units are beyond what we would have imagined years ago. We’re all riding with tiny computers capable of impressive calculations, and satellite communication. The best thing about these new computer styles is the manufacturer can update software easily, dialing in the user experience and working out bugs faster than before. Another piece changing
GoPro has officially opened up its API to third parties, and already have some solid partners on board to give you more ways to control your HERO9 Black action camera. And they’ve pushed out new updates that (hopefully) improve on the touchscreen sensitivity and other features… OpenGoPro API lets you tinker and hack Developers can
Doltcini-Van Eyck’s team manager Marc Bracke has been banned for three years by cycling’s governing body (UCI) for sexually harassing a number of riders. French rider Marion Sicot is among several women to report Bracke, with complaints that he demanded bikini photos of them. The UCI said the “decision sets an important precedent” in the
2021 Tour de France Preview: PEZ Grand Tour specialist, Ed Hood, will have to miss another French trip thanks to covid-19, but here is his ‘2021 Grand Boucle Preview’. Winners, history, course and what to look out for in the ‘BIG ONE’ starting Saturday. Pogačar again… or another Slovenian? Edition: 108, the race was first
Hutchinson has given a subtle Gridskin construction upgrade to a couple of their top-selling tubeless road and gravel tires, promising improved environmental sustainability, in addition to both better flat protection and lower weight for gravel riders. Hutchinson says they’ve been developing the new reinforcement technology for their made-in-France tires for the past two years with
Notice something colorful on Ibis’ social media channels yesterday? That would be the teaser for their 40th birthday present. To themselves. Well, technically to their EWS Team. And eventually, the gift will be paid forward to their local trails as well. Yes, on April Fool’s day of 2021, Ibis Cycles turned the big 4-0. That’s
Photo submitted by Adam Williams, “Taking the long way to school. Golden, CO.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. Send in your pics with a description here. *Please note that public spaces and parks may
Depending on location, your life will be in various shades of normal due to COVID. If your situation involves no major races or events to focus on, what are ways or ideas for challenging yourself this summer? Maybe not as Dubai At long last those of us in the northern hemisphere have reached the long
The 2021 Tour de France starts on Saturday with Tadej Pogacar and Primoz Roglic primed to repeat last year’s duel that saw Pogacar win in one of the race’s most dramatic finales. But plenty of other riders are hoping to rival the Slovenian duo for the yellow jersey over three gruelling weeks, ending in Paris
Inventory shortages got you down? Now and then, we’ll be posting bikes, components, and other gear that’s come back into stock so you can upgrade your ride or grab some fresh gear while it lasts! This week, it’s the Alchemy Arktos, Spot’s premium mountain bike builds, reconditioned Wahoo Trainers, and Detroit Bikes’ commuter. Alchemy Arktos
A bike phone mount, or phone holder for your bike, is tasked with a wildly important job: Keeping your smartphone from falling off of your bike while still allowing you to see the screen while you ride. Maybe you rely on Google Maps for directions. Maybe you use an app for training indoors. Or maybe
TOUR BREAKDOWN: The Big One, the Tour de France starts on Saturday and our BREAKDOWN specialist, Spencer Martin, has polished his crystal ball to have a look at how the Ineos team will handle the French Grand Tour. Plus: Should Chris Froome be on the Breton start line? Froome: Not in France for a jersey
Britain’s Mark Cavendish will return to the Tour de France for the first time since 2018 when this year’s race begins on Saturday in Brest. The 36-year-old has been named in Deceuninck-Quick-Step’s squad of eight. Cavendish has 30 Tour stage wins – second only to Belgian great Eddy Merckx who is on 34. “It is
Photo submitted by Scott Cornish, “…Lac de Salanfe in Switzerland for an overnight camp. Riding my Shand Cycles drop bar Bahookie.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. Send in your pics with a description here.
Last updated on 18 minutes ago18 minutes ago.From the section Cycling Multiple Olympic champions Laura and Jason Kenny will lead the GB cycling team at this summer’s Tokyo Games. A 26-person squad has been announced which features four more Olympic champions – Geraint Thomas, Ed Clancy, Elinor Barker and Katie Archibald. Twin brothers Adam and
Readers’ Rig: Keith Edwards in Vancouver Island, Canada has a steel beauty of a Marinoni. Hand built in Quebec in 1999 and shod with Italy’s finest: Campagnolo, Cinelli and San Marco – A real Classic. Name: Keith EdwardsLocation: Vancouver Island, Canada.Bike: Custom built in Quebec Canada; Marinoni Leggero in Columbus E.L. with a subtly ovalized
Reserve Wheels have updated their 30mm carbon rims, releasing an all-new Super Light Wheelset for trail riding, weighing a claimed 1750g. Just like the Reserve 28 XC wheels launched last month, the Reserve 30 SL have no rider weight limit, and come with Reserve’s Lifetime Warranty; no questions asked, replaced for free. Here’s the tech.
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