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Choosing a Base Bar

Ever consider your base bar? How it fits, if it's safe, or even if it's costing you time on the race course? As with many things, there's more than meets the eye. We delve in to the particulars of this oft-ignored piece of equipment.

S-Works Venge LTD EPS

Today we look closer at the Specialized S-Works Venge LTD Super Record EPS. And this Specialized - Campagnolo project is a beautiful match-up indeed.

Short Crank Database

In case you haven't noticed, short cranks are all the rage. But what's out there? Will it fit my current bike? How short can you go? We address these questions and more.

Giro launches Air Attack

Giro Sport Design unveiled a new aero helmet today called Air Attack. This new lid though seems to be defining a new category - the aero road helmet.

Lynskey Helix OS LTD SRAM

Lynskey Performance just announced a LTD Edition Helix OS / SRAM 2012 Red with paint scheme that matches the new SRAM Red group quite nicely - but only 30 will be made.

Lifeproof

I was complaining about my iPhone case. A tall striking blonde in earshot whipped out her iPhone, and asked, "You mean a case like this?" Then she threw it down on the tile floor.

Bearing Breakdown

Class is in session, so bring your books. We take an in-depth look at the bearings on your bicycle. How do they work? How do we make them faster? What should you buy? For this and much more, read on.

Take Your Office Out For a Spin

The Cardo BK-1 is an intercom system connecting up to three cyclists who're out on a bike ride. But this system's side benefit is, to me, the main benefit: The ability to turn my bike into a home office.

Optimized to Train

We take a look at triathlon bikes in a different light. Not to be fast, aero, or light, but specifically as training tools for the human body, in any possible condition. Is your bike up to the task?

Implications of Rim Width

We explore the topic of rim width and tire width, and what it means to you. Should you go wide? Should you go narrow? What are the implications? We discuss these topics, and offer a complete listing of current rims specs.