Smith Trace Helmet – Comfortable Fit and Good Looks Kate Agathon In a world of ugly road bike helmets (and there are plenty this season), the Smith Trace helmet stands out for its sleek, modern design that looks good while protecting your head. Unlike some other top helmet brands, the Smith Trace road bike helmet doesn’t sit awkwardly on
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Küat Launches New Piston Pro Küat is expanding the Piston® family with a lean version of their Piston Pro X. April 20, 2023 (Springfield, MO)–Küat, the designer of premium and lightweight bike, ski and kayak racks, is launching The Piston® Pro. The Piston® Pro features most of the same great features as The Piston® Pro X. Features like all metal
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The Next Generation Aventon Pace 500 & 350 Have Arrived The next generation of the award-winning Aventon Pace 500 has arrived. The classic ebike has undergone several upgrades and a new design, all while continuing to honor what made the Pace 500 a fan favorite: capability, reliability, value, power, and comfort. The upright riding position is perfect for a casual
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Kryptonite Kryptolok 610 – Nice and Packable Kate Agathon With a 6/10 security rating, the Kryptonite 610 folding lock is a moderate security lock that packs up small and is nice for bike commuting. While folding locks have been around for years, this is the first time I’ve used one. Because of living in the suburbs, there are fewer bike
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Affinity Cycles Tire Lever Review James Terry One of the very first tools we are introduced too in cycling are a pair of plastic tires levers. These cheap and unassuming pieces of plastic are probably the most used tools in the shop. Usually made of plastic or steel, Affinity Cycles has decided to enter the market with a pair of
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Pearl Izumi PRO Bib Shorts Kate Agathon Long time rider, first time cycling bib-wearer here. The Pearl Izumi PRO Bib Shorts (MSRP $210) are so well constructed, it feels like you’re wearing nothing. Pearl Izumi PRO Bib Shorts review They have a glove-like fit, and both the chamois and the straps stay in place, even in the most grueling of
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