Getting old sucks, might as well have a nice bike
No doubt this is a slick project, and I would be more than happy to test ride this set of “ice wheels”; once. But, um…, a set of studded tires would have been a heck-of-a lot easier and cheaper, and they would have also worked a LOT better.…
If you’re having trouble with your Garmin EDGE cycling computer connecting to Wi-Fi, it’s possible that the latest firmware update will resolve. As it’s the only change in the log for the update, should be safe to apply (or not if you’re not experiencing). Garmin has provided the update as a download, so anyone who wants it can go get it. EDGE 530/830/1030 Plus…
Let’s get one thing out of the way. If the choice is between beer from a can and no beer, that’s not a real choice. We can do better than that. Seriously, your stomach, and taste buds will thank you. With that business out of the way, we can talk about bikes. In this case the Fuji Jari, as reviewed by Cycling Tips. While I can’t speak directly to the validity of…
Storing multiple bikes can be a PITA, and there are myriad solutions to assist with that. But, I haven’t seen a product like the Hiplok Jaw yet, and it’s pretty clever. Simply attach the Jaw to the wall, and stick the front tire in, and it grabs hold of it, and the wheel (depending on how much sidewall you’re showing). There’s even a pass-through to use one of Hiplok’s other clever products…
The last time I rode a fixie I was a child, and frankly I don’t see the point; unless you’re a hipster. In which case, grow that beard, and enjoy your leather saddle :). All kidding aside, I really don’t see the point. My knees are bad enough as is, but, I’m happy for others to ride a fixie if it leads to content like this. Pretty cool that State Bicycle puts…
There’s really only one Zwift/Strava segment that I care about, so this doesn’t impact me personally, but I do have to wonder why Strava cares so much about the segments for Zwift that they felt the need to only allow one authoritative source. How is this different from the real world were the more popular pop to the top, and the less end up at the bottom of the list? Don’t they…
I debated posting about this when I saw it pop yesterday because it’s clearly speculation around something that may, or may not be, Shimano’s upcoming Dura-Ace 9200 [potentially wireless] groupset. Ultimately, I think the value of the comments around wired vs. wireless shifting that Keith drops in the there make it interesting enough to warrant some noise.…
Don’t know that I’ve ever really thought about how stiff my hub clamping device is, but I have definitely enjoyed the repeatability that thru-axles provide when it comes to cassette and disc rotor insertion. The video is interesting, but technical, and so it’s worth noting that if you get nothing else from it. Tighten your thru-axles, it’s important.…
I like my fēnix 6, but I’ll be the first to say that it’s overkill for most, and even the medium sized one is massive on my boyish wrists. The smaller “S” version mostly exists “for the ladies” but it’s still clearly not a style accessory (unless “outdoor recreation” is the look you’re going for). The Lily is Garmin’s play for that market. The best way to think of something like the…
I’ve been tempted to try out waterproof socks, but I haven’t quite made the mental jump to give them a go. There are few reasons behind this, with the biggest one that I worry that by being waterproof they won’t be breathable, the second is that they tend to be pretty expensive, and lastly there’s the how to keep water from coming in from the top problem (i.e. rain running down your…