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Ritchey Beacon handlebar on a gravel bike

Release: Ritchey Beacon Super-Wide Ergonomic Handlebars

by Jeff Whitfield on August 15th, 2020

Announcements Commentary

Ritchey releases a new handlebar that adds plenty of flare and ergonomics...but will the lack of wider versions turn some riders off?

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Shimano RX8 Cactus Berry Gravel Shoes on Gravel Road

Release: Shimano RX8 Gravel Racing Shoes in Cactus Berry

by Jeff Whitfield on July 30th, 2020

Announcements Gravel

If you’re hoping for gravel shoes that are a bit more colorful, you’re in luck! Shimano adds a new green/purple color to their line of RX8 shoes.

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Continental Grand Prix 5000 Special Edition

Release: Continental Grand Prix 5000 Special Edition

by Jeff Whitfield on July 17th, 2020

Announcements

The Special Edition GP 5000 look cool...but are they worth it? Pricey tires may have cream sidewalls but lack anything new.

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Shimano SD-501A SPD Sandal

Shimano Announces the SD-501A SPD Sandal

by Jeff Whitfield on July 9th, 2020

Announcements Commentary Gear

Shimano releases a SPD sandal because...well...why not? Cult following or not, it’s an unusual product any way you slice it.

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Supple Bar Tape installed on a gravel bike

Release: Wolf Tooth Supple Bar Tape

by Jeff Whitfield on June 25th, 2020

Announcements Parts

Wolf Tooth Components announces the release of their Supple Bar Tape, a thick, wide, and cushy silicone-based bar tape made for heavy riding like gravel.

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Road bike with Dynaplug Carbon Racer on frame

Release: Dynaplug Carbon Racer TLT Repair Kit

by Jeff Whitfield on May 21st, 2020

Announcements

Dynaplug releases a new carbon tubeless tire repair kit for the weight weenies looking to shed even more ounces out of their saddle bag.

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The way forward for Strava

Big Strava Changes with Focus on Subscriptions

by Jeff Whitfield on May 19th, 2020

Commentary Announcements

Huge changes announced for Strava subscriptions with more limitations on free accounts than ever before. Naturally, the cycling community is going nuts.

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Shimano PD-ME700 SPD Trail Pedal

Shimano Announces New PD-ME700 SPD Trail Pedal

by Jeff Whitfield on May 16th, 2020

Announcements Parts Gravel

Shimano is set to release a new and improved double-sided SPD trail pedal this August, effectively replacing the older PD-M530 pedal.

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Updated RSS Feed and New Follow Options

by Jeff Whitfield on May 10th, 2020

Announcements

If you're following the site via RSS, it's time to update the URL you're using! If not, it's time to start following this site!

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New Site Design and the Evolution of VeloNut!

by Jeff Whitfield on April 6th, 2020

Announcements

With the launch of a new site design, it's time to shift gears and lay a path for the further evolution of VeloNut.

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