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?
Category: Reviews
Reviews of stuff and, on occasion, reviews of other people's reviews.
Lube Review: Muc-Off C3 vs Dumonde Tech Original
by Jeff Whitfield on September 8th, 2020
A review of the lubes I’ve been using lately. Muc-Off and Dumonde Tech go mano a mano! Two lubes enter, one lube leaves! Which lube will prevail?
Long Term Review: Wahoo ELEMNT Roam
by Jeff Whitfield on September 5th, 2020
After a year of using the Roam, it’s time to report on the good and the bad. Even a defective unit didn’t stop the Roam from being a good bike computer.
Switching From Clipless to Flat Pedals for Gravel Riding
by Jeff Whitfield on August 31st, 2020
I'm committing a sacrilegious act in road cycling: I'm switching to flat pedals! Read on about the switch as well as a few reviews of some flat pedals.
Review: Ritchey Beacon Gravel Handlebars
by Jeff Whitfield on August 29th, 2020
Ritchey releases a crazy “super-wide” bar that looks so intriguing I just had to get one to try out. Read my review of the Beacon handlebars!
Stages Gen 3 Single-Sided Power L Meter Review
by Jeff Whitfield on August 20th, 2020
Stages is changing things for the better! This crank-based power meter used to be expensive. Now it’s darn close to being considered entry-level.
Review: Handske Lightweight Bicycle Gloves
by Jeff Whitfield on July 25th, 2020
Hanske releases a 2020 update to their lightweight bike gloves. Are these the best gloves for road and gravel riding? Find out!
Bike Lights: A Personal Review
by Jeff Whitfield on June 2nd, 2020
Just in the past two years, I’ve owned a few different front and rear bike lights. Here’s some mini-reviews of the lights I’ve used.
WTB Riddler Tire Review
by Jeff Whitfield on May 22nd, 2020
Puntured one of my gravel tires, so I got a set of Riddlers to replace them, the most aggressive tire I've ridden on. But how well do they perform?
Marin Nicasio Road Bike Review
by Jeff Whitfield on April 30th, 2020
The Marin Nicasio is a solid entry-level budget road bike that’s extremely versatile. This bike is just dying to be ridden on road, gravel, and more!