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Tech, Tips -

We take a trip down memory lane and explore how road bike technologies have changed in the last 10 years.

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Tech, Tips -

I often come across cyclists saying things such as, I ran out of gears on the descend. Only if I have 1 or 2 lower gears, I’d finish the climb strongly. If I’d have another gear, I wouldn’t have cramped. Look, gearing is a very important aspect in cycling but it’s often overlooked by many ... Read more

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Product Reviews, Tools -

Photo Credit : Effetto Mariposa Effetto Mariposa was established by Alberto De Gioannini in Italy in 2007, when he couldn’t find a quality bicycle-specific torque wrench for his personal needs as a cyclist. In 2014, the brand moved to Switzerland where it is still today. The company set out to solve the problem of the ... Read more

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Product Reviews, Tools -

Photo Credit : Silca Founded in 1917 near Milan, Italy by Felice Sacchi, Silca was the first to build high-pressure pumps, add gauges, and create a valve controlled CO2 inflator. Silca builds quality products that last and many of their pumps still work today. In August 2013, the Sacchi family sold the Silca name to ... Read more

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Best of Things, Mountain Bikes -

Shopping for any type of new bike is no easy task. Shopping specifically for a mountain bike almost feels more difficult. As more people move to regions where outdoor recreation is a way of life, more manufacturers have hit the market with mountain bikes that tackle everything from relatively flat trails to those extreme downhill ... Read more

The post The 12 Best Mountain Bike Brands in 2021 appeared first on The Geeky Cyclist.

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