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CycleAware and FOOTbrake

We look at a few products from two manufacturers – CycleAware and FOOTbrake. If you’re having trouble finding a gift for your triathlete friends or spouse, look no further.

RPM2 Measurement Insoles

We look at a pair of force and motion-measuring insoles that can be used for cycling, running, and injury rehabilitation. It’s called RPM2, and made in the USA.

The Lightweight Urgestalt

German brand Carbon Sports introduced the Lightweight Urgestalt a few weeks before the 2013 Eurobike show, but it is not a new wheel - it is a bike.

blueseventy Apparel (2013)

We review the TX2000 and TX3000 triathlon apparel from blueseventy. While better known for their wetsuits, they have a strong offering in apparel, and some surprisingly nice goggles.

Profile Aero HC System

We review the new aerobar hydration system from Profile-Design. In addition, we flesh out the detailed differences between the different tiers of Profile clip-on bars, and what it means to you.

Cam Brown’s Avanti Chrono

We checked out Cam Brown's Avanti Chrono Evo II last year, but he is now on a Chrono Team and we looked closer at that bike while Cam was racing in Europe.

What We Have Noticed: ICEdot, Kiwis …

This issue of What We Have Noticed features the ICEdot crash sensor, the {re}vici Tres Flores T, the Kiwi performance center in Boulder, the A Second Chance documentary and the clever Full Frontal Area app.

Front Derailleur How-To

This is your How-To guide for setting up front derailleurs. We cover the basics for cable-driven systems, including a troubleshooting section for odd problems.

Markus Fachbach’s Canyon

German Pro Markus Fachbach was run down late at Challenge Roth for the final podium spot and the German long course title. Here is his Canyon Speedmax CF.

The Cucuma of Julia Gajer

Julia Gajer is relatively new to long course racing, but that distance has found her well. Today we look closer at her Cucuma race bike from the DATEV Challenge Roth.

Slowtwitch Mailbag – 4

This edition of the Mailbag talks bike tech. First, what are the rules with mixing different brands of components? Next, what is the importance of rolling weight on our bikes?

Valve Extender Trick

Do your valve extenders rattle? Can your friends hear you coming from a mile away because of your noisy race wheels? We show you a simple trick to solve your woes.