Kevin Curry

Clinical Cycling

Sleep Is the Only Marginal Gain That Actually Matters

New data reveals that sleep insufficiency is a stronger mortality predictor than inactivity. We analyze why trading sleep for early morning watts is a biological bad bet.

The Garage

30 Years of Keeping Our Bikes Running: Calvin Jones Exits

Calvin Jones, the voice of Park Tool and DIY mechanics, retires after 30 years. A look at the legacy of the man who taught the world to wrench.

Components

Why Your 12-Speed Setup Grinds in the Wet

absoluteBLACK’s new chainrings solve the 12-speed mud problem, plus a $13 tool to kill brake drag. Efficiency upgrades for the deliberate cyclist.

The Cure for the Creak Now Comes in Technicolor

Wolf Tooth added 5 new colors to their bottom bracket lineup. We look past the anodization to see if the Minnesota-made internals are worth the upgrade.

Components

Why No. 22 Wants a Car Payment for Your Handlebar Clamp

No. 22 released a redesigned Titanium stem. It’s lighter, stronger, and costs nearly $500. Is the ride quality worth the premium? We break down the math.

Bikes & Frames

Automating Safety: The Topstone Carbon 2 Gets a Brain Transplant

Cannondale updates the Topstone Carbon 2 with SmartSense Gen 2. A centralized battery for radar and lights reduces charging anxiety for the deliberate cyclist.

Components

Reflective Sidewalls That Don't Look Like Your Commuter Hybrid

Continental adds a stealthy "Graphite-Reflex" strip to the Terra Adventure tire. It's passive, battery-free safety for night riding without the commuter look.