Reads
How We Learned to Equate Shopping with Liberty
A fascinating essay explores the history of "choice," questioning how picking from a menu became synonymous with freedom—and why that might be a problem.
Kevin Curry
Reads
An Economic Policy Driven by Vibe, Paid for by You
A compelling article from The Atlantic reframes recent price hikes as a deliberate "anti-woke tax" imposed on all Americans. A must-read.
Cycling
Revel's "Project RaTical" is My Favorite Kind of Experiment
Revel Bikes is showing off "Project RaTical," a stunning full-suspension prototype that blends 3D-printed titanium junctions with traditional ti tubes.
Cycling
Cyclist Rucking in the Off-season? The Heavy Truth About Weighted Vests
Are weighted vests the ultimate fitness hack or just marketing hype? A data-driven look at the claims about bone density, VO2​ max, and strength.
Running
Keen Borrows a Philosophy from Gravel Biking
A first look at the new Keen Roam trail runner. As a cyclist, its "gravel bike-inspired" outsole and versatile, "jack-of-all-trades" approach caught my eye.
Cycling
More Than Just a Puffy? Mulling Over Velocio's New Hoodie.
The temps are dropping, and this new Velocio Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie caught my eye. As a cyclist and data-guy, I'm digging into the specs and $349 price.
Photography
The Case for a $550 Film Camera in 2025
Lomography's new MC-A camera caught my eye. As a tinkerer and a dad, I'm less interested in the specs and more in the idea of a dedicated, analog tool for capturing memories.
Cycling
Trainer Season is Coming. So is the Criterion Sale.
The Criterion sale is on, and for me, it's not just about movies. As a cyclist, I see this as the perfect time to stock up on films for the indoor training season.
Cycling
A "Level PlayingField" or a Costly Mistake? Guardian Bikes' Tariff Gambit Divides the Industry
A 50% tariff on bikes, frames, and e-bikes? Learn why one US brand supports the hike and how it could devastate the industry. Public comment ends Oct. 21.
Cycling
Inside the Body of an Ultra-Endurance Cyclist: What a 2,725-Mile Race Really Does
A deep dive into the astonishing physiological changes of a 47-year-old cyclist who completed the 4,385 km Tour Divide. Discover how extreme endurance re-shapes muscle, metabolism, and more.
Cycling
The Repetition Rut: Is Your "Healthy" Diet Sabotaging Your Performance?
Are you stuck in a healthy eating rut? Discover why dietary variety is crucial for your gut health and performance, and learn simple, practical strategies to diversify your meals without the overwhelm.
Cycling
Ari Shafer 3.0 Launched: Lighter, More Capable, and Packed with Value
Utah's Ari Bikes launches the new Shafer 3.0 carbon gravel bike, featuring a lighter frame, massive 58mm tire clearance, and in-frame storage. See the builds and pricing.