Parts

Review: Ritchey WCS Beacon Handlebars

by Jeff Whitfield on November 7th, 2020

Another look at the Ritchey Beacon handlebar, examining the differences between the WCS version with the Comp version. Is one really better than the other?

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.

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.

Riding on a Shimano GRX 2x with an 11-40T Cassette

by Jeff Whitfield on March 18th, 2020

Parts Rides Gravel

First big gravel ride of the year as well as the first big test of the 11-40T cassette on a GRX 2x groupset.

Farr Wide-R Handlebar: It’s Not About You!

by Jeff Whitfield on March 8th, 2020

Announcements Parts Gravel

Yet another super wide handlebar! But it's not the bar that's entertaining...it's the comments! :P

The Current State of Gravel Handlebars 2020

by Jeff Whitfield on February 8th, 2020

Parts Gravel

Lots of new handlebars in just the past 6 months. An early 2020 look at the gravel handlebars that I find interesting.

Salsa Cowchipper: Now Available In Freakin’ Wide

by Jeff Whitfield on February 3rd, 2020

Announcements Parts Gravel

Salsa updates their most popular handlebar with more widths. Gee...can we get a ludicrous width too?

Multiple Wheelsets and Tires on a Gravel/Road Bike

by Jeff Whitfield on August 8th, 2019

Parts Tips Gravel

If all you have is one bike, having multiple wheelsets gives you a wealth of flexibility. An evolution of the wheelsets I have and why I chose them.

Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready Tire Review

by Jeff Whitfield on July 8th, 2019

Parts Reviews Gravel

Is there a 700c gravel tire that works well for both asphalt and gravel? That's what I aimed to find out when I purchased the Specialized Pathfinder Pro tires!