Gear Reviews
“Unleash the Kraken!” I wouldn’t buy a tire just for the name would I… The Kraken is one part traditional XC tire, and one part semi-slick. It has tall, stout side knobs with smaller, evenly spaced traction knobs in a mini-paddle sort of configuration. The mostly uninterrupted line of
Culture & Opinion
As I had some downtime caused by an unprecedented Pandemic, and the first huge global disaster that I’ve truly felt the impact of (2008 was terrible but I was only 21 and well insulated) I put together a montage of old clips that seemed to work together to reflect
Culture & Opinion
Ryo Hazuma is a man who can – and will – move mountains. Living in the Minami Alps of Japan, he dedicates himself completely to developing and maintaining trails at this UNESCO World Heritage Site, all while consciously bridging the generational divide. It is a place where the change in seasons is
Culture & Opinion
Not only is Jake Wells a husband, father and business owner, he’s a 3x National Single Speed Cyclocross Champion. In 2019, he set out to inspire and motive others by pushing his own physical limits into unknown country. In the end, he did just that. Unknown Country explores the
Culture & Opinion
A short film showcasing some of the most spectacular scenery in Patagonia and following along one week of bikepacking, between Bariloche and El Bolsón in Argentina.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_KvGfqAhw2 Stefan Mueller converted his bike into a lawnmower so he can make the best of his time in social isolation.
Tech & Data
Indoor virtual cycling training app The Sufferfest, Wahoo’s fitness and training software wing, is currently testing a new fitness test dubbed the Half Monty. It’s their take on the ramp test many of us use to measure functional threshold power (FTP). The ramp test is a popular alternative
Culture & Opinion
Tugende is a film about the race around Rwanda, made by Ryan Le Garrec, produced by Ryan Le Garrec and Lander Deldime, with support from Race Around Rwanda, Visit Rwanda and Hunt Bike Wheels. Music by Alaskan Tapes
Culture & Opinion
Velocio just released details on its Unity project for 2020, they are offering a men’s and women’s jersey, sales of which benefit key organizations in combatting COVID-19. * * You hadn’t planned on a pandemic. Your plans were reserved for family trips and events, long group rides or those
Culture & Opinion
2018 Tour de France champion, Geraint Thomas, will be pedaling on Zwift for three, 12-hour rides, as part of a fundraiser for NHS Charities Together. The organization supports NHS staff and volunteers who are caring for COVID-19 patients. Why 12-hours? Thomas wants to simulate the long shifts which healthcare workers
Culture & Opinion
A great new video from the studio of Pegoretti on its signature artistic style, Ciavete. With appearances by Pegoretti owners from around the world, and American artist, Jacob Hashimoto, Ciavete: Dream On seeks to uncover the soul and spirit of the Dario Pegoretti brand through its signature artistic style, Ciavete.
Tech & Data
The Team Ineos event on Zwift over the weekend saw some of the biggest stars in the sport race to the top of Watopia. Three Tour de France winners – Geraint Thomas, Chris Froome and Egan Bernal – and world time trial champion Rohan Dennis were all there to take on the