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Feature Stories, News, Road Bike - February 24, 2022

Major Taylor bike exhibit races into Indiana Museum, celebrates Black cycling legend

When 20-year-old Major Taylor won the 1-mile World Sprint Championship in 1899, he became the second Black athlete to win a world sports title. A year later, he successfully defended his crown. Taylor’s first two world championships highlighted a dominant 17-year career in which he stood on hundreds of sprint race podiums. Along the way,

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The Chapter 2 KOKO has two seat post settings for compliant aero road racing

Chapter 2 recently unveiled its most stunning aero (UCI approved) and adjustable road frameset to date. The new KOKO frameset features Kammtail sections for aerodynamic gains and an adjustable seat clamp, where the rider can fine-tune for their intended ride feel. Chapter 2 is very confident the new KOKO is the fastest bike out there.

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All new Giro Merit Spherical MTB helmet is actually lighter and less expensive

Without yet knowing any of the details, when I first held the new Merit helmet, it was clear that Giro’s new helmet was a winner. It looked great, and right out of the box, the fit was amazing. Knowing that they already had a top-tier MTB helmet with the Manifest, it seemed that Giro had

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Review: Fi’zi:k Terra Artica X2 Winter MTB Shoes

Winter riding in many areas goes hand-in-hand with cold, wet conditions – but that doesn’t stop riders from getting out when the trail conditions allow. Many footwear manufacturers are taking their shot at addressing the riders’ need in these types of areas for a shoe that delivers the performance of their go-to trail shoes with

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AASQ, Feature Stories, Mountain Bike - February 19, 2022

AASQ #156: Are silent hubs better?

We know, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. But there are some questions you might not want to ask your local shop or riding buddies. AASQ is our weekly series where we get to the bottom of your questions – serious or otherwise. Hit the link at the bottom of the post to submit

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