Bikes & Frames
The One Spec That Makes the Apocalypse Bike Interesting
A two-wheel-drive apocalypse bike sounds absurd. For dads hauling cargo, the traction tradeoff might actually make sense.
Kevin Curry
Recovery
Cramps on the bike aren’t an electrolyte problem (most of the time)
Most cycling cramps track with fatigue, heat, and position more than sodium. Here’s how to train for them—and what to carry when they hit.
Components
Steel Rails, Fewer Headaches: Wove’s Practical Pivot
Wove’s new metal-railed saddles cut $180+ off carbon models. More weight, more durability. Smart trade for busy, data-driven riders?
Apparel
Castelli takes gravel aero seriously — but the hydration pouch is the real story
Castelli’s new gravel kit hides a 1.5L hydration pouch. That setup may matter more to busy riders than marginal aero claims.
Tech & Data
Crankbrothers Solved the Weakest Link in Tubeless Repairs.
Crankbrothers’ Plug Mate adds an internal anchor to tire plugs—turning quick fixes into semi-permanent MTB repairs for just $9.99.
Bikes & Frames
The Titanium Dad-Bike (With 2.4” Clearance)
Curve’s Big Kev V2 clears 29 x 2.4” tires and adds dropper routing. A titanium monster gravel bike built for real terrain.
Bikes & Frames
The Anti-$6,000 Mountain Bike
State’s 4130 Trail hardtail delivers steel ride feel and Deore 12-speed for $1,499. A smart buy for riders who value durability over hype.
Recovery
Stop Buying Hope in a Tub: Evidence-Based Supplements for Real-World Cycling
Evidence-based supplements for cyclists: what works, what’s risky, and how to match creatine, nitrates, bicarb, beta-alanine, glycerol—and ketones—to your event.
The Fastest Riders Waste the Least Energy
Stop burning matches early. Smoother power, smarter peaks, and disciplined recovery keep you fast when it matters.
Indoor Cycling
Five Stages, One Smart Upgrade: Inside Zwift Games 2026
Zwift Games 2026 favors structured stress, flexible schedules, and smarter racing—ideal for time-crunched, data-driven cyclists.
Components
Why the "Middle Child" Wheel Is Actually the Smartest Buy
Ursus launches the 2026 wheel range. The Proxima R features a 32mm external width, optimizing aerodynamics and comfort for modern high-volume tires.
Bags & EDC
The Aurora on Your Handlebars
Swift Industries launches the Luminary Collection featuring the custom, waterproof SI600X fabric. Technical performance meets heritage aesthetics.