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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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Gravel Pedals: Platform Area, Float, and the Q-Factor Problem

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.

By Kevin Curry 07 Apr 2026
Easton EC90 ALX Gravel Crankset: 27% Stronger, But Only If You Stay Under 44t

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.

By Kevin Curry 07 Apr 2026
Knog Cobber Reflex Lights: Auto-Dimming Tech at $80 a Pop

Knog Cobber Reflex Lights: Auto-Dimming Tech at $80 a Pop

Knog's Cobber Reflex lights auto-adjust brightness by speed and lean angle. At $80 each, the tech is clever — if the algorithm actually works.

By Kevin Curry 07 Apr 2026
Tifosi Moab XC Review: Bigger, Lighter, and Still Under $90

Tifosi Moab XC Review: Bigger, Lighter, and Still Under $90

Tifosi's new Moab XC sunglasses ditch the frame but add size. At $80, they're still the best budget cycling eyewear—if the fit works for you.

By Kevin Curry 07 Apr 2026
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