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5 Reasons Bicycle Manufacturers Are Phasing Out 11 Speed Models
11-speed bikes are now a relic of the past, apparently. Not too long ago, it was the crown jewel of the cycling world. You’d walk into a shop, see that beautiful 11-speed drivetrain gleaming in the sunlight, and know you’d made it in life. But now? Now, it’s like the middle child at a family…
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5 Reasons Why Sitting Down Doesn’t Make Cycling Any Less of a Sport
I was rolling along on my bike, 5:00 a.m. sharp, the kind of hour that smells like madness and insomnia. The world’s still asleep, save for the rare freak show of pedestrians, the early risers who’ve got a point to prove or, more likely, the ones just hoping to keep their hearts beating. As I’m…
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7 Ways to Turn Your Gas Station into a Cyclist’s Dream Pit Stop
Your gas station sits there, humming under the hot sun, a necessary inconvenience to most—a place to fill up and move on. But it could be more. It could be a beacon. A lifeline. Cyclists are like modern-day wanderers, battling the road and their own demons, pushing through miles of nothing for the promise of…
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10 Reasons Why You Should Avoid Becoming a Cycling Snob
written by Danny G. You see them, don’t you? The ones who ride in full-spandex glory, their faces a mask of judgment, their eyes scanning the street like they’re on some kind of high-horse. They judge your old bike, your outdated gear, your humble choice of pedals that haven’t seen the carbon fiber light of…
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10 Essential Items to Pack for a 50-Mile Ride and How to Carry Them
written by Danny G. Let me tell you something about biking and life: they both find your weaknesses. A 50-mile ride isn’t just a test of your legs or your lungs—it’s a gamble with fate on two skinny tires. Flat? Blowout? Chain snaps like an overworked landlord’s patience? Yeah, you’ll get to know Murphy’s Law…
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The GRX 810 Clutch Debate: On or Off for Pavement Riding?
written by Danny G. Let’s face it, cycling is one of those hobbies that will make you question every decision, even the most trivial ones. You’ll debate tire pressure, handlebar position, and whether or not your bike’s frame needs one more layer of carbon fiber. And one of the possible questions is whether you should…
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10 Tips to Prevent Hand Numbness While Biking: Solutions for a Comfier Ride
written by Danny G. You’ve just spent a small fortune on a shiny new Trek bike, and it feels like riding a cloud—until your hands betray you halfway through the ride, going numb like they’ve decided to opt out of existence. You’re shaking your hands like you’re trying to wave down a lifeguard, wondering if…
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7 Reflections On Why Cyclists Greet (or don’t) Each Other
written by Danny G. Cycling is supposed to be an escape. The wind in your face, the ground blurring under your wheels, the quiet hum of the chain—freedom on two wheels. But humans, being humans, can’t help but bring their baggage onto the bike. So now you’re not just pedaling against headwinds, potholes, and the…
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8 Ways Shimano 105 Di2 Handles Harsh Winter Conditions Better than Traditional Shifters
written by Danny G Winter. The season of numb fingers, slick roads, and mud-spattered bikes. The season where everything is colder than your ex’s heart, and every ride feels like you’re fighting off the apocalypse. You’re trying to stay warm while keeping the bike on the road, your tires like slick wheels of fortune, every…
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7 Clever Tactics to Minimize Risk When Letting a Stranger Test Ride Your Bike
written by Danny G. Selling a bike, especially a beloved one, can feel like offering your soul to a stranger in exchange for cold, hard cash—or maybe just disappointment. In the world of private sales, the test ride is a critical moment where you, the seller, must hold onto your nerves, your sanity, and your…