Culture & Opinion
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.
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Culture & Opinion
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.
Bikes & Frames
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.
The Engine
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.
Gear Reviews
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.
Gear Reviews
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.
Culture & Opinion
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.
Culture & Opinion
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.
Culture & Opinion
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.
The Engine
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.
The Engine
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.
Bikes & Frames
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.