The 2 Inch Rule For Tubeless Tire Sidewall Repairs
Shop Tested 2 Inch Rule: Tubeless Sidewall Repairs
A tubeless sidewall puncture is sometimes fixable, but only within limits. A plug can seal a small
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Running Field Tests vs. Clinical Testing: How to Measure Fitness and Training Zones
By Coach Matt Russ for Performance Conditioning
There are a wide variety of clinical and non-clinical tests that can be used to evaluate a runner's fi
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Stop Guessing: Test Stem Length in 10mm Steps with Sizing Stems
Stop Guessing: Test Stem Length in 10mm Steps with Sizing Stems
Stem length is the center-to-center distance between the middle of the steerer tube c
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Save Energy on Rough Trails: Hardtail vs Full Suspension Mountain Bikes
Save Energy on Rough Trails: Hardtail vs Full Suspension Mountain Bikes
Full suspension wins on rocky, root-strewn trails and long technical descents
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When Should You Replace Your Bicycle Cleats? A Shop Tested Checklist for Cyclists
Replace Cleats Every 2–3 Seasons? Shop Tested Checklist for Cyclists
Replace your cleats when the colored wear indicator wears down to bare mat
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How To Select A Saddle That Fits Your Anatomy
How To Select A Saddle That Fits Your Anatomy
Pick a saddle shape and width that supports your sit bones and matches your hip angle, not one chosen b
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How To Destroy Your Child's Athletic Future In 3 Easy Steps
In more than two decades of coaching athletes, I have had the privilege of watching some of my junior athletes progress all the way to the profession
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Match a Cycle Computer to Your Goal: 4 Rider Types and What Data to Prioritize
Match a Cycle Computer to Your Goal: 4 Rider Types and What Data to Prioritize
If you train with power, prioritize a head unit that displays and logs
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Avoid an 8.3 Watt Drag: The Most Aero Way To Mount Your Water Bottles
Avoid an 8.3 Watt Drag: The Most Aero Way To Mount Your Water Bottles
The most reliable setup combines two low-drag frame-mounted cages with a collap
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Training Technology: Does More Data Actually Improve Athletic Performance?
Athletes are continually being introduced to new training technology, and there is no doubt that the industry continues to move forward at a rapid pac
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Turn a Few Watts into Race Seconds with Tested Aero Road Tires
Turn a Few Watts into Race Seconds with Tested Aero Road Tires
Yes, aero road tires deliver measurable speed gains for competitive riders, and the ef
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32 Inch Bicycle Wheels Pay Off for Riders 6 Feet and Taller
32 Inch Bicycle Wheels Pay Off for Riders 6 Feet and Taller
32-inch wheels increase roll-over, contact patch, and stability compared to a 29er, but t
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