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WE LOVE WHERE WE RIDE - Gianmarco Dodesini Valsecchi

Kevin Curry

Kevin Curry

05 Mar 2019
WE LOVE WHERE WE RIDE - Gianmarco Dodesini Valsecchi

Gianmarco Dodesini Valsecchi  shot some incredible images during the inaugural PEdALED Silk Road Mountain Race in 2018. A brutal but stunning self-supported bike race in the remote landscapes of Kyrgyzstan. It’s short but sweet, absolutely stunning scenery. Follow Shift Cycling Culture for more.

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Why Lazer Wants Your Next Helmet to Crumple

Why Lazer Wants Your Next Helmet to Crumple

Lazer releases the Sphere KinetiCore, bringing integrated crumple-zone safety and better ventilation to a $150 price point. Here is why it beats the bolt-on liners.

By Kevin Curry 13 Jan 2026
DT Swiss and Reserve Just Solved the Kickback Paradox

DT Swiss and Reserve Just Solved the Kickback Paradox

Reserve Wheels and DT Swiss launch Degree of Freedom hubs. They eliminate pedal kickback with zero weight penalty. Here is why it matters for your ride.

By Kevin Curry 13 Jan 2026
37 Pounds and Zero Grease: The Soltera 3 ADV Solves the Commuter Crisis

37 Pounds and Zero Grease: The Soltera 3 ADV Solves the Commuter Crisis

Aventon's Soltera 3 ADV cuts the bloat with a 37lb frame and Gates Carbon Belt Drive. Here is why this $1,499 eBike is the ultimate tool for the deliberate commuter.

By Kevin Curry 13 Jan 2026
The Best Cycling Layer Isn't Made for Cycling (And It's On Sale)

The Best Cycling Layer Isn't Made for Cycling (And It's On Sale)

The Patagonia Houdini is down to $87. At 105g, it is the ultimate jersey-pocket insurance policy for variable weather. Here is the data-driven case for buying one.

By Kevin Curry 13 Jan 2026
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