Anti-Aging: Nine Old Friends from Paris-Brest-Paris
By Coach John Hughes
My club had a party for anciens et anciennes (veterans) of Paris-Brest-Paris (PBP) as well as rookies. I talked with nine old friends, some dating back to the 1990s, now all in their 60s and 70s. I had moved from Boulder to the mountains and hadn’t seen some of my cycling buddies for years. I was interested to learn after their PBPs what kind of cycling they do now? Read more . New Tools for Finishing Cables
Jim’s Tech Talk
Most bicycles today still use wire cables. The exceptions are those with hydraulic-only disc brakes and also electronic shifting. But some of those could have a dropper seatpost operated by a wire cable. Read more . Smith Optics Bobcat Sunglasses Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum
Too often, cycling sunglasses are designed for men who have broader faces than women. Many oversize shield sunglasses tend to overwhelm my face. That’s until I discovered Smith’s Bobcat frames.A couple of months ago, my friend Tonya showed up for a ride sporting a new pair of black marble frame Bobcats. I admired them for their look, lightweight, and fit. Shortly after that ride, I contacted my Smith rep to see if I could test a pair myself. If I struggled to find flattering sunglasses that fit well, other women must have a similar problem. Read more . Re: Longer Lifespan, Better Cycling, and Common Sense By Kevin Kolodziejski Quick, unexpected, and without warning.It’s the […]
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