by Brett | Jan 14, 2012 | Reviews, Wheels
After riding 7 miles on Rolf Aspin SL wheels, my first thoughts were, ‘Wow, I get it!’ Until that moment, I never knew what cyclists actually meant when they said, “lighter wheels are faster.” Intellectually, I sort of understood how rotating mass is more...
by Brett | Jan 12, 2012 | News
My friends at R+E Cycles in Seattle are so committed to educating you that they’ve written an exhaustive 8-part series dispelling the myth that 650c wheels are somehow slower than 700c wheels. Reading these pieces will make you more knowledgeable than those...
by Brett | Dec 16, 2011 | News
Here’s a fantastic money saving maintenance tip from my friends at R+E Cycles in Seattle where they manufacture Rodriguez Bicycles. Stretch your Budget, not your Chain!
by Brett | Dec 16, 2011 | Bike Speakers, Reviews
Do you think music will keep you paced and focused on those all-too-familiar (dare I say, “boring”) training rides? Well I do. Wearing earphones is dangerous when operating any kind of vehicle. I don’t endorse riding with one plug in your right ear hoping you can...
by Brett | Sep 24, 2011 | Fleece Lined Jacket, Reviews
I’m still not sure whether this offering from Nalini is intended to be a long sleeve jersey, or a jacket. But, I wore it on the coldest morning, of the longest, hardest day on Cycle Oregon in 2011, and the first thing my best friend said to me was, “Wow,...
