Tech & Data
How Crash Data and Carbon Cages Created a $450 "Super Helmet"
A deep dive into the new $450 MET Trenta 3K Carbon. It uses a carbon cage and pro crash data to claim it's 40% safer and 16% cooler.
Bikes & Frames
Kona’s New Libre G2: The Practical Choice?
Kona's new Libre G2 brings the carbon bike's geometry to a practical alloy frame with a Cues groupset, but at $2,099, it faces stiff competition.
Tech & Data
MAAP’s New Jersey Is Faster (If You Are)
MAAP launches a new Pro Aero jersey claiming to save 6-8 watts. It's a performance shift for the style-focused brand, but the gains only kick in at 40 kph.
Tech & Data
Tempted: Garmin's Flagship Edge 1040 is Down to $399 Today
The Garmin Edge 1040 bike computer is on sale at Amazon for $399, a $200 discount. A quick take on why this is a great deal for data-driven cyclists.
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.
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.
Components
Shimano CUES Goes Classic with New Polished Silver Groupset
Shimano introduces a new polished silver CUES groupset, blending modern drop-bar performance with a classic, timeless aesthetic. See the components and pricing.
Components
Everything You Need to Know About Wolf Tooth's New Clipless Pedal Lineup
Wolf Tooth Components enters the clipless market with new CTRL, ALT, and DEL pedals. Learn about their class-leading platform size, low weight, and adjustable Q-factor.
Tech & Data
Garmin's New eTrex Touch: A Modern Classic with 650-Hour Battery Life
Explore the new Garmin eTrex Touch. This rugged handheld GPS features a high-res touchscreen, pre-loaded TopoActive maps, and a game-changing 650-hour battery life.