One of the tried and true classics of the Portland area - "Bull Run". This route is East of Portland and offers a super 60mile road ride.
Ride This! Bull Run – Classic Portland Route
XDr ? Are you making the switch to 1x? or going for more gear range?
You may have heard of this thing called XDr, So what's all the hype? I decided to lay down some practical XDr knowledge.
Silca Viaggio – the digital smartphone floor pump
A Silca innovative spin on an old but ever nagging problem - the huge heavy pump. We all know the feeling, traveling with a bike is a bit of a pain at times, especially if using trains or local transport. Beyond the logistic pains some of the regular tools to get your bike setup are... Continue Reading →
Six times better? Ottolock upgrades to the new Hexband technology
New Otto Design product review - The Hexband has a load of new features but is the new Hexband lock six times better than the Ottolock?
New bicycle tech from 2019 Vegas CES show
CES in Las Vegas is the biggest US show for consumer electronics. A quick rundown of some bicycle innovations.
The why and how of servicing your wheels
It's one of those things that should happen at least once a year, but if you are like me you find many excuses to push it off. The main reasons for a service : Your wheels will last longer before failure or expensive repair.Your wheels will feel smoother and roll faster.You will have more reliable... Continue Reading →
Route Dev : Mosier Multisport + Eagle Caves 8.01b
Exploring in the winter months is a double edged sword. On one hand the gravel roads and trails are less dusty, less jarring and you don't get baked from heat so there is less emphasis on water management. But, often you are riding in relatively cold temperatures (36-40 degrees) with raises in elevation, causing dropping... Continue Reading →
Epic Routes
Epic single day routes around the Pacific NW area. Not for the faint of heart.
Not a Park Tool, but Silca Ypsilon Wrench
Just another Y wrench? Geeking out on some bike tools this week. As with many of Silca's products which catch my eye, their latest tool called Ypsilon - a y wrench I could not resist. (In case you were wondering, Ypsilon is from the 16th century and means the 20th letter of the greek alphabet... Continue Reading →
Winter Waterproofing, DWR’s, Knits, Stretch, Wovens and Ply’s
We spend a lot of time choosing our gear carefully and as we know cycling gear is expensive! especially when it comes to all waterproof wear. But do you know how to keep your Rapha softshell going strong? Your Castelli Gabba still stretchy or your favourite Showers Pass shedding through the spring? With a little... Continue Reading →
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