Shimano Dura-Ace R9300: What 13-Speed Means for Your Next Bike
Shimano's 13-speed Dura-Ace R9300 is already racing. Here's what's confirmed, what isn't, and why the first ones will arrive on complete bikes.
Albert Cabbad |
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Shimano Dura-Ace R9300: What 13-Speed Means for Your Next Bike
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Stack and Reach Explained: A Bike Fitter's Guide After 30 YearsStack and Reach Explained: A Bike Fitter's Guide After 30 Years
I've been fitting bikes professionally for 28 years. The one thing I keep coming back to: stack and reach — two numbers that cut through branding and marketing — tell...
Dennis Fresquez |
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Road Bike vs Gravel Bike: Which One Should You Buy?Road Bike vs Gravel Bike: Which One Should You Buy?
Every week someone walks into one of our shops and asks the same question: road or gravel? Both bikes look similar from ten feet away, but the ride each one...
Troy Morgan |
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The Complete Guide to Road Bike Tires: Width, Tread, Pressure, and SetupThe Complete Guide to Road Bike Tires: Width, Tread, Pressure, and Setup
The complete guide to road bike tires: why tubeless is now the standard, how to choose width (25-32mm), what TPI and compounds mean, a pressure table by weight and width,...
Albert Cabbad |
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Pinarello Dogma F vs. Colnago Y1Rs vs. Cervelo S5: Which Pro Race Bike Is Right for You?Pinarello Dogma F vs. Colnago Y1Rs vs. Cervelo S5: Which Pro Race Bike Is Right for You?
Three pro race bikes compared: Pinarello Dogma F (INEOS, Italian all-rounder), Colnago Y1Rs (dedicated aero, Colnago craft), and Cervelo S5 2026 (Visma's aero benchmark). Expert breakdown of specs, geometry, pricing,...
Albert Cabbad |
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Carbon Road Wheels: The Complete Buyer’s Guide by Rim Depth (2026)Carbon Road Wheels: The Complete Buyer’s Guide by Rim Depth (2026)
Carbon road wheel selection comes down to one number: rim depth. Deeper rims are faster in a straight line but demanding in crosswinds. The sweet spot for most road riders...
Albert Cabbad |
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The Complete Guide to Cycling Saddles: How to Find the Right FitThe Complete Guide to Cycling Saddles: How to Find the Right Fit
There is no piece of cycling equipment more personal than a saddle. Wheels, frames, and components have measurable performance characteristics you can compare on paper. A saddle is different.
Albert Cabbad |
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How to Choose the Right Cycling Bib Shorts: A Complete Guide by Riding Style (2026)How to Choose the Right Cycling Bib Shorts: A Complete Guide by Riding Style (2026)
Most bib short guides are organized by brand. That works if you already know you want Assos or you're loyal to Giordana. But most riders arrive at the same question:which...
Troy Morgan |
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The Complete Guide to Electronic Shifting: Shimano Di2 vs SRAM AXS vs Campagnolo WirelessThe Complete Guide to Electronic Shifting: Shimano Di2 vs SRAM AXS vs Campagnolo Wireless
Electronic shifting stays where you set it, ride after ride. This guide breaks down every current electronic groupset from Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, and Campagnolo Wireless — across road and...
RA Cycles |
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Aero vs Endurance vs Lightweight: Which Road Bike Type is Right for You?Aero vs Endurance vs Lightweight: Which Road Bike Type is Right for You?
The lines between aero, lightweight, and endurance road bikes have never been blurrier — and that's a good thing. Modern aero bikes now climb like dedicated lightweight frames, while endurance...
Albert Cabbad |
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How to Choose the Right Road Bike: A Complete Buyers Guide for Every LevelHow to Choose the Right Road Bike: A Complete Buyers Guide for Every Level
Choosing the right road bike starts with how it makes you feel — then fit, frame material, groupset, and wheels. After 50 years of matching riders to bikes, RA Cycles...
Troy Morgan |
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The Ultimate Guide to Digirit Carbon ChainringsThe Ultimate Guide to Digirit Carbon Chainrings
Digirit carbon chainrings have long been a go-to for track and fixed-gear riders chasing stiffness and low weight. Now, with new 2x road chainring sets covering 54/38 through 58/42, Digirit...
Dennis Fresquez |
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Bike Lighting – The Complete Guide to Seeing and Being SeenBike Lighting – The Complete Guide to Seeing and Being Seen
Illuminate every ride with the perfect bike lighting setup. From smart brake-sensing taillights to radar-equipped awareness systems and aero-integrated mounts, discover how modern lights enhance safety, visibility, and style. Whether...
Troy Morgan |
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First Ride Impressions: 2025 TIME ScylonFirst Ride Impressions: 2025 TIME Scylon
Andy Knickerbocker of R&A Cycles shares his first ride review of the 2025 TIME Scylon. He examines the handcrafted carbon RTM frame, unique sock layup, Dyneema reinforcement, thoughtful build spec,...
Andy Knickerbocker |
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Lille, France: Cycling’s Hidden Gem and the Magic of the 2025 Tour de France Grand DépartLille, France: Cycling’s Hidden Gem and the Magic of the 2025 Tour de France Grand Départ
Lille, France, shines as a hidden gem for cycling enthusiasts, merging Flemish charm with legendary races like Paris-Roubaix. From vibrant estaminets and robust beer culture to the electric atmosphere of...
Albert Cabbad |
