Crossing Iceland in a Day by Bicycle
Payson McElveen makes an attempt at being the first person in history to cross Iceland from coast-to-coast in a single push under human power.
Read more
Reserve 30|XC Wheels: Wider Rims, More Spokes, Two Different Philosophies
Reserve's 30|XC wheels are wider, stronger, and lighter than the 28|XC. But you're choosing between hub tech and weight—here's what actually matters.
XDS X-LAB Launch: Vertical Integration Meets Aggressive Pricing
XDS launches X-LAB with carbon road, gravel, and e-bikes priced $1,500–$3,000 below competitors. Vertical integration cuts costs — but resale and support are unknowns.
Gravel Pedals: Platform Area, Float, and the Q-Factor Problem
Gravel pedal systems ranked by what actually matters: platform area, float, Q-factor, and durability. SPD vs. Time ATAC vs. Wolf Tooth—plus power meter tradeoffs.
Easton EC90 ALX Gravel Crankset: 27% Stronger, But Only If You Stay Under 44t
Easton's EC90 ALX gravel crankset claims 27% more strength than SRAM Red XPLR at 419g. The catch: chainrings max out at 44t, and you'll pay $500+ with spindle.