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The 25 Best Films of 2023: A Video Countdown

Kevin Curry

Kevin Curry

08 Jan 2024
The 25 Best Films of 2023: A Video Countdown

David Ehrlich’s annual cinema roundup is something I look forward to this every year!

This year, Ehrlich is raising money for the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.

You can also watch past countdowns on his website.

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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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