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Slowtwitch Mailbag – 7

This edition of the Mailbag covers two questions. First, why does my GPS show a different distance than the published race course? Next, how much speed can I gain from a new bike?

Serfas TSL-550 & Thunderbolt

We review two lights from Serfas. The TSL-550 packs a punch for its price, and the multi-purpose Thunderbolt can be mounted just about anywhere on your bike.

Hub Service 2.0

We cover in-depth service on rear hubs with shouldered axles, such as Renn discs and FLO Cycling. While not the easiest service, it can be done with the right tools and some time.

Mavic hub How-To

We show you the standard service procedure for common 2013 Mavic rear hubs. It applies to wheels like the CXR series, R-Sys, Ksyrium, Cosmic Carbone, and Comete disc.

The power of Sam Gyde

Belgian age grouper Sam Gyde won the M35-39 category in 8:45 with a super fast 4:29:47 age split and 24th place overall. Here is a look at his power numbers.

Cassette Spacers 2013

We update and expand our guide to cassette and freehub spacers for 2013. SRAM is on the 11-speed bandwagon, many manufacturers are offering 11-speed wheels, and more.

Cleat Replacement

We show you the professional method of cleat replacement. How do you replicate the position perfectly? Are shoe markings really accurate? For more, read on.

Fund the Rideye

We look at a very cool Kickstarter campaign called Rideye. This device is a small video camera and ‘blackbox’ recorder for your bicycle that can detect a crash.

New lights at Interbike

We take a look at a few new headlights and taillights at Interbike 2013. There is a mix of expensive, inexpensive, bright, fun, and even strange.

Slowtwitch Mailbag – 6

The latest edition of our Mailbag talks about two topics. How far will mechanical tri shifting evolve? How does frame safety testing work, both for stock and custom frames?

Bike Maintenance Schedule

Our tech editor Greg Kopecky shows you a sample maintenance schedule for your triathlon or road bike. How often should you replace the chain, cables, cleats, and brake pads? For more, read on and you won't regret it.