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Shimano Dura Ace vs XTR Brake Rotors : Which is Better?

One of the big talking points about disc brakes recently is the use of mountain bike rotors on road bikes. In fact, this first came to light in the 2019 Road World Championships in Yorkshire where Maciej Bodnar was spotted using an XTR rotor in the rain-soaked race. Things really came to light in the ... Read more

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Zipp 303 vs 404 Wheelsets – What are the Differences?

The 303 and 404 are Zipp’s most popular road wheelsets lineup in the past decade. Recently, Zipp has revamped the 303 and 404 lineups with new models. They now come with updated aesthetics, wider rims, improved hubs, and revised pricing. The latest Zipp’s are centerlock disc brake and tubeless with the exception of a 454 ... Read more

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Pinarello Road Bikes Guide : Which Model is For You?

Pinarello is an Italian bike brand based in Treviso. It was founded by Giovanni Pinarello in 1953.  Today, Pinarello is run by the founder’s son, Fausto Pinarello. In 2016, Pinarello sold its majority stake to L Catterton, a US-based private equity group that is partly owned by the luxury brand conglomerate, LVMH. In recent years, ... Read more

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Trek Road Bikes Guide : Which Model is For You?

Trek began life in the spring of 1976 in a barn in Waterloo, Wisconsin. With five employees, the founders Dick Burke and Bevil Hogg produced 904 steel touring bike frames. Fast forward 40 years, Trek is one of the biggest bike brands in the world. They are still based in the same neighborhood, with their ... Read more

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Specialized Road Bikes Guide : Which Model is For You?

These days, the Specialized brand is almost everywhere in cycling. Look at the bikes in your local bunch and chances are you’ll see either S-Works or Specialized.  But did you know Specialized only started in 1974?  It was founded by Mike Sinyard who initially imported Italian-made bike components and resell them into the U.S. market.

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