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Ceramicspeed Addresses the Minutiae of Speed(Post)
When cyclists think upgrade they go to carbon, everything, and nearly every bicycle part can be found in carbon fiber. But purchasing an expensive carbon seatpost, stem, or choosing the carbon ...
How Does An Oversized Pulley Wheel System Improve Bicycle Performance?(Post)Spending over $500 to upgrade a piece of your rear derailleur is a bit hard to swallow for most cyclists. But oversized pulley wheel systems are not marketed to the masses; they are for those l ...
20% Off All Zipp Wheels(Post)20% Off all full MSRP Zipp wheels. Excludes sale, clearance, closeout or otherwise discounted wheels. Use code ZIPP20 at checkout ...
Enve vs Zipp Carbon Clincher Wheels(Post)If you play heed to the Kona count, Zipp and Enve wheels have been #1 and #2 for some time, and they don't have a lot of rivals that can keep up with their R&D budgets. They ...
A Primer on Wheel Depth: How to Choose the Fastest Carbon Wheels(Post)One of the most common questions cyclists ask is simple: what is the fastest wheel depth for carbon wheels? The truth is, there isn’t just one answer. The fastest wheel depth depends entirely ...
Ceramic Bearings; Worth The Cost?(Post)Components utilizing ceramic bearings are often significantly more expensive than those utilizing alloy bearings. So is the upgrade worth it? Is it all hype? Can they really make yo ...
Zipp Upgrades Hubs and Lowers Prices on Most Popular Wheels(Post)Zipp has long been a leader in wheel architecture. They were one of the first wheel companies to use CFD (computational fluid dynamics) design technology to advance wheel aerodynamics. Th ...
Beware The Suck of a Dirty Bicycle Drivetrain(Post)I recently recommended a complete bicycle overhaul to a customer before his first Ironman, and he opted not to postpone it until after his race (against my advice). Post race he brought his bik ...
How To Thoroughly Clean Your Bicycle in 6 Steps.(Post)There is clean, and there is spotless. When it comes to my bicycle I prefer the later. Cleaning your bike may or may not be a labor of love for you but there is an easy way to do it. Bike shops ...
Trainer Tire Flat Spot Can Be Hazardous to Outdoor Riding(Post)The newer interactive smart trainers make indoor training much more attractive, to the point that many people now prefer to ride their trainer year round for safety and convenience. The only pr ...
Beware the "Pop Up" Brands When Purchasing Carbon Fiber(Post)There is nothing like a brand new bike, and the junior athlete I was fitting on her's was extremely proud of it. Her mother was even more excited about the amazing deal she got. But when ...
Where Is The Best Place To Measure Power on a Bicycle?(Post)One of the most common questions we receive from customers during the purchase process of a power meter is which system is "best." Power may be measured at the hub, crank arm, pedal, crank spid ...
What Is a "Smart" Cycling Trainer?(Post)What makes an indoor cycling trainer "smart"? It is the ability to transmit a data stream to your device enabling you to use the data for your app or program. Smart trainers transmit a Bluetoot ...
5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Power Meter(Post)Bicycle power meters are without a doubt the most influential training technology to come down the pipeline in decades. Once a mythical device used by the rich and pros that spouting such terms ...
Inattentiveness Even More Deadly for Cyclists(Post)I recently witnessed this near calamitous incident between motorist and cyclists; and a lot can be learned from it. I was driving home behind one of the local group rides. The riders were ...
Just in- Powertap P1 Pedals(Post)Yet another option in cycling power meters, the Powertap P1 pedal system is now available at The Sport Factory; a Powertap Preferred Dealer. The power meter pedal has been one of the most ...
Abus Gamechanger Addresses Aerodynamics From All The Angles(Post)You have to use a great deal of caution when hearing a manufacturer tout the aerodynamics of their product. Reducing drag is a complex problem in that there are a variety of factors that affect ...
Pedal vs Crank Based Cycling Power Meters(Post)Power meters used to come with big compromises. The most popular design was located in the hub of the wheel which meant sacrificing performance (added weight) for the data as well as limiting y ...
Don't Be A Girl When it Comes To Bike Maintenance(Post)By Matt Russ for USA Triathlon Multisport ZoneI am surrounded by hyper-intelligent women and I have no problem admitting freely that I rely heavily upon them. I figure if you encompass yourself with ...
How To Properly Assess and Address Your Risk for Cycling Safety(Post)Why I Feel Safer on My Motorcycle Than My Bicycle I ride a motorcycle—yes, a fast one—and I’ve been doing it for more than 20 years. People often ask whether I feel unsafe or why I ...
Bicycle Selection and Purchase for Triathletes(Post)Bikes range in price from as little as $800 to well over $5000, and vary greatly in design, materials, and performance. If you are new to triathlon, or even contemplating a triathlon, do you have to ...
The Frugal Triathlete- Getting the Most Out of Your Dollar(Post)In these economic times triathletes are looking for ways to limit expenditures like everyone else. I am often asked where the “best” or most effective place to invest in triathlon equipment lies. A ...
Don't Throw Out Your Tri Bike Just Yet- You May Need It(Post)One of the myths and misconceptions I often find myself dispelling is that a triathlon bike is faster because it is more aerodynamic than other bikes. The aerodynamic drag of any bike is small ...
Selecting A Bicycle Hydration System for Triathlon(Post)Even a 1% drop in body weight due to dehydration can significantly affect endurance. As blood plasma volume drops the body has to work harder to circulate a more limited amount of fluid meaning ...
Get Course Specific With Your Training in order to win(Post)In you really want to be prepared for your next race you must consider the details of the race course. Although this may seem self-evident, athletes will often stick to their usual training ro ...
Thule Sleek Stroller Product Review, Thule tandem(Post)With a two year old and another on the way we began our search for a tandem stroller. What I discovered was that while there were plenty of tandem strollers, there were few that could accommoda ...
What Manufacturers Keep Missing About Power Meters(Post)I love my video doorbell. I won't mention the brand, but you have probably seen it advertised on TV. What I like most about it is its' simplicity and ease of use out of the box. I q ...
Drafting Dilemma in Triathlon and How To Fix It(Post)By Coach Matt RussThe illegal drafting that occurs during multi-sport events has received a lot of press this year. Many athletes are frustrated by the blatant and continued disregard some race par ...
Mental Skills For Athletes- A Winners Mentality(Post)To win at any sport takes a combination of natural ability and mental skill sets. Both of these charactoristics must be developed and honed. Even if you are not physically capable of becoming a cha ...
Training Tech Curse and Blessing Can Drive You Nuts(Post)The landscape of training and coaching technology has changed pretty dramatically in the last two decades; as it has with all types of technologies. Just as our phones, computers, and televisions h ...
How To Select The Right Bicycle Saddle for body type(Post)Bicycle seats come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and designs. Finding the right one is often a confusing process of trial and error for cyclists. However, a little education goes a long way, ...
Georgia Cycling Safety and Etiquette- Rules of the Road(Post)I live in Atlanta, arguably the worst city in the country to ride a bicycle. Planning (or lack of) Atlanta's explosive growth has rarely considered the cyclist. Roadside commuter bike paths are few ...