For us, we rarely ride in the rain but there are times when you just may get caught in a freak storm, especially during winter or fall riding. So for us, having an aluminum break track was definitely a good idea from a safety standpoint (plus if you’re bombing down a hill, you want to(…)
Do you enjoy riding your bike in the rain or freezing cold? If you’re a ‘fair weather’ rider, then you most likely won’t go cycle hard in the elements. That’s where a bike trainer can help you maintain your fitness during those tough winter months, when you’re stuffing your face full of sinful calories. One(…)
Starting a new hobby is exciting, and road cycling is like no other. The more you ride, the further you dive into the sport and learn more about techniques, equipment, accessories and more. Wearing tight lycra or spandex shorts can be a fear of new cyclists, but you begin to understand the need once you(…)
If you’re looking to do some winter riding, staying warm is essential in cold weather. After perusing offerings on Mountain Equipment Co-op’s website, I landed upon the Castelli Meno Wind Bibtights (Men’s) for $179 CAD. TOP FEATURES Stretchy polyester and elastane Thermoflex fabric provides moves moisture, stays warm and yields an aero fit. AirFlex Thermo(…)
The Cervélo R2 is the latest bike from the well-known Canadian cycling brand, that takes trickle-down technology from its higher-end bikes but comes equipped with primarily Shimano’s 105 5800 group to make the price point much more appealing. The 2015 Cervélo R2 we picked up uses the same carbon frame from the more expensive R3, plus the(…)