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Bike on a Wahoo KICKR trainer by a rainy window at night

How to Build an Indoor Cycling Setup That Fits Your Space

Por Albert Cabbad11 de noviembre de 2026

How to build an indoor cycling setup that fits your space: choosing a Wahoo KICKR trainer, the mat, fan and desk that matter, and getting it all connected.

Shimano Dura-Ace R9300: What 13-Speed Means for Your Next Bike

Por Albert Cabbad11 de septiembre de 2026

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.

Stack and Reach Explained: A Bike Fitter's Guide After 30 Years

Por Dennis Fresquez1 de mayo de 2026

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...

Road Bike vs Gravel Bike: Which One Should You Buy?

Por Troy Morgan24 de abril de 2026

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...

Road bike tubeless tire guide — width, pressure, and setup

The Complete Guide to Road Bike Tires: Width, Tread, Pressure, and Setup

Por Albert Cabbad21 de abril de 2026

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,...

Pinarello Dogma F vs Colnago Y1Rs vs Cervelo S5 — pro road bike comparison

Pinarello Dogma F vs. Colnago Y1Rs vs. Cervelo S5: Which Pro Race Bike Is Right for You?

Por Albert Cabbad14 de abril de 2026

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,...

Carbon road wheels on a road bike — Bay Area cycling

Carbon Road Wheels: The Complete Buyer’s Guide by Rim Depth (2026)

Por Albert Cabbad13 de abril de 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...

The Complete Guide to Cycling Saddles: How to Find the Right Fit

Por Albert Cabbad8 de abril de 2026

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.

Cyclist in race position wearing cycling bib shorts on open road

How to Choose the Right Cycling Bib Shorts: A Complete Guide by Riding Style (2026)

Por Troy Morgan6 de abril de 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...

Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, and Campagnolo wireless shift levers compared side by side

The Complete Guide to Electronic Shifting: Shimano Di2 vs SRAM AXS vs Campagnolo Wireless

Por RA Cycles1 de abril de 2026

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...

Aero vs Endurance vs Lightweight: Which Road Bike Type is Right for You?

Por Albert Cabbad26 de marzo de 2026

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...

How to Choose the Right Road Bike: A Complete Buyers Guide for Every Level

Por Troy Morgan25 de marzo de 2026

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...

The Ultimate Guide to Digirit Carbon Chainrings

Por Dennis Fresquez12 de febrero de 2026

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...

Bike Lighting – The Complete Guide to Seeing and Being Seen

Por Troy Morgan20 de octubre de 2025

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...

First Ride Impressions: 2025 TIME Scylon

Por Andy Knickerbocker28 de julio de 2025

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,...

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