top notch product reviews and NW bike routes
A brevet? In the days of old, back before carbon fibre, people used to ride bikes long distances. These rides were unsupported, exploring their own routes, riders fending for themselves, carrying their own gear and occasionally checking in at set points. This long distance grueling and rewarding activity was called randonneuring and people took parts in events called... Continue Reading →
I have to admit, the first time I grabbed these I was skeptical. The material is thin, they don't particularly feel as if they are very water resistant, and all I could think about was my hands being cold. Yes, I run on the cold side in the hands and feet department, maybe a smidge colder... Continue Reading →
The Tickle Creek ride heads East towards Boring, Oregon then turns South toward Oregon City to make a nice East side loop. Tickle Creek is one of those rides that gives all the whole ride and starts off flat for a nice warm up to get you and your group in the mood. The ride starts pretty... Continue Reading →
The Tickle Creek ride heads East towards Boring, Oregon then turns South toward Oregon City to make a nice East side loop. Tickle Creek is one of those rides that gives all the whole ride and starts off flat for a nice warm up to get you and your group in the mood. The ride starts pretty... Continue Reading →
Performance & value from Rapha
Performance & value from Rapha
This was my first post when I started this site 4.5 years ago, so I apologize for the pictures. I dug it up and brushed it off. To this day a quality route, that starts and ends in Sandy Oregon. It's simple, but goes down some fun country roads with great views plus testing climbs.... Continue Reading →
A great mountain area 35mile ride with spectacular views of mt.hood and superb rolling countryside. A couple of short climbs, one at the beginning and one mid way. Stats: 35miles , 2500ft, Water stop at mile 16. Car free for 60%. Starting at the Ant Farm in Sandy Oregon, the Ant Farm brews a great coffee to start your ride. The... Continue Reading →
Probably the best shoe cover I have used to-date Update: April 26th Since my initial review I have tested these covers with several other shoes to find good results. With Shimano and Rapha road shoes the covers lip on a little easier than wider style mtb shoes. I have also tried these with Sidi Dominators... Continue Reading →
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