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The Racemax 2 Italia’s Aero Gains Come With A Comfort Tradeoff
19+ hour, 2+ min ago (1089+ words) Made-in-Italy Racemax 2 Italia gives 51-mm tire clearance and aero speed but feels stiff and heavy. The Racemax 2 Italia is the second-generation 3T-made-in-Italy aero gravel race bike. While the name carries over, the frame does not " 3T says no tube or section…...
You’re Riding With Incomplete Data: The Metric Your Bike Computer Is Missing
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (746+ words) E-bike computers and pricey head units provide useful information to riders, yet they often fail to display one important detail. On a commute to the office a few months back, I sipped my morning coffee as I watched the river…...
Want to Ride Faster and Spend Less on Bike Parts? It Starts With Your Chain Lube
6+ day, 22+ hour ago (181+ words) Our Experts Tell You How, When, and Why to Clean and Lubricate This Vital Component Obsessing over chain lube has always been a thing, says our editorial director (and chain wax loyalist) Bill Strickland. "But now it's a THING!" Maybe…...
Yes, You Can Build Your Own Bike Frame. A Master Builder Explains What It Takes.
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (852+ words) A master frame builder and instructor shares practical steps, essential tools and mindset tips to help beginners build a safe, rideable bike frame. Many cyclists dream of building their own frame. Something they can ride across the landscape, point to,…...
I’ve Spent 18 Years Racing Bikes—Here’s Why a Race Bike Isn’t Worth It for Most People
1+ week, 4+ day ago (321+ words) The newest models are light, aerodynamic, and exhilarating to ride. The fact is that most people who buy road-racing bikes do not actually race on the road. Out of roughly 51 million people who cycle in the U.S., approximately 100,000 hold a USA…...
If You're Skipping This Simple Upgrade, Your Bike Weighs More Than It Should (And Goes Slower)
1+ week, 4+ day ago (128+ words) TPU Inner Tubes Save You 100 Grams and Make You 6 Watts Faster'And the Cycling World is Here For It. See How You Stack Up Get The Gear You Need Stay Warm While Riding Should Your Bike Fit Change As You Get…...
Bicycling's Gear Experts Tested Road, Gravel, and E-Bikes All Year. Which of These 10 Is Right for You?
1+ week, 5+ day ago (182+ words) Our gear experts tested road, gravel, mountain and electric bikes all year. These 10 surprised us the most and may be perfect for you. And no matter what bike you're riding, Bicycling offers an expertise-packed plan that will help you ride…...
Why “What’s the Best Bike?” Isn’t the Question You Should Be Asking
1+ week, 5+ day ago (632+ words) If that's your question, you may be missing the point. Here's what to ask instead. When someone learns I am an editor for Bicycling, they often ask, "So, what's the best bike?" Simply answering "There is no best bicycle" might…...
I Switched My Clipless Road Pedals for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years — Here’s What I Learned
1+ week, 6+ day ago (987+ words) Should you change your clipless pedals to a new brand or style? Our expert tried Time pedals and made a surprising discovery. Plus, 5 tips for new riders new to clipping in. Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may…...
Gravel Bikes Are Changing, Finally — And It Could Be the Best Thing That Ever Happened to the Category
1+ week, 6+ day ago (872+ words) Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. How we test gear. This new trend is the best thing that could have happened. I've previously argued that there are too many…...