by Brett | Apr 4, 2013 | Saddles
When I first published this review back in 2009, My first impression of the Selle SMP Avant was, “Wow, the model for this saddle must have been one well-endowed man.” I was skeptical. The red, green and white stitching gave no indication that this bicycle seat was...
by Brett | Dec 5, 2012 | Reviews, Sunglasses
Protecting your eyes is the number one reason you wear glasses when you ride. Whether you’re nearsighted, farsighted, neither or both, you need to see the road ahead as well as any obstacles in your peripheral vision. You also need to check your mirror and (if...
by Brett | Dec 5, 2012 | Handlebars, Reviews
For the six months I rode a Trek 1.2 , the single most outstanding feature on that bicycle was the Bontrager compact handlebars. Moving from the top of the bars to the drops was effortless, and because of the proprietary 40mm bend in the compact (classic) curve, my...
by Brett | Jul 11, 2012 | Cycling Bags, Reviews
Inertia Design’s motto, “Mediocrity Sucks,” got my attention. How can you can go wrong with their cycling bags when they are: Made in the U.S.A. Made to last, with a guarantee on all products and workmanship for life. To achieve their vision of...
by Brett | Jul 10, 2012 | Don't Ride Without These, Reviews, Water Bottles
Have you ever opened your water bottle and wondered how you were going to remove the mold growing in the bottom? That’s what motivated Dave, the founder of Clean Bottle, to steadfastly work on his invention for three years. Clean bottle unscrews from both...