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Plan a Scenic Ride with the 2023 Fall Foliage Prediction Map

Kevin Curry

Kevin Curry

13 Sep 2023
Plan a Scenic Ride with the 2023 Fall Foliage Prediction Map

Well, it is that time of year again when the leaves in the northern hemisphere change colors. As usual, SmokyMountains.com has published their best guess as to when the leaves will be changing in various parts of the country. Take the information and plan a beautiful ride!

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Pyramids, Not Polarization: What Elite Cycling Data Really Shows

Pyramids, Not Polarization: What Elite Cycling Data Really Shows

What new research on WorldTour cyclists reveals about real training, carbs, and why consistency beats endurance myths.

By Kevin Curry 09 Jan 2026
The Pivot LES SL and the Physics of Going Long

The Pivot LES SL and the Physics of Going Long

The Pivot LES SL Drop Bar blends XC geometry and drop bars to reduce fatigue, preserve momentum, and erase the line between gravel and trail.

By Kevin Curry 09 Jan 2026
Confidence Over Comfort: Why IRC’s G-Claw Makes Sense

Confidence Over Comfort: Why IRC’s G-Claw Makes Sense

IRC’s Boken G-Claw is a high-volume gravel tire built for 20–25 PSI—less chatter, more control, and real confidence on rough courses.

By Kevin Curry 09 Jan 2026
The Anti-Hype Grip: PDW’s Lisbon Cork Experiment

The Anti-Hype Grip: PDW’s Lisbon Cork Experiment

PDW’s Lisbon Cork Grips use dense Portuguese cork to reduce vibration without killing control—light, durable, and quietly smart.

By Kevin Curry 09 Jan 2026
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