From our Instagram), finishing the year with a Maui Sunset and wishing you the best in 2016. Thanks for following and being part of what…
December 2015
Slipping Cleat Remedy
Among my cycling shoe collection, I have a pair of older Sidi Energy road shoes. They are a well-made shoe, if perhaps with a couple…
Mark V reviews: ENVE SES 2.2 carbon tubeless clincher rims
ENVE SES 2.2 rims with textured brake surface and tubeless clinchers For the past few years ENVE has been diligently expanding their line of carbon…
Suntour Cyclone
Decades ago, the best components outside of Europe were manufactured by Suntour of Japan, but today everyone knows that Shimano dominates the industry worldwide while…
Zolder Highlights
A Steady Wind
Only real cycling talent I have is putting my face in the wind. Head down and pedaling, I push air out of the way with…
Mark V reviews: Northwave Celsius Arctic 2 GTX winter MTB shoe
Now is the winter of my discontent made glorious by these shoes of Yellow. Well, if not glorious, then at least comfortable. Northwave has long…
Aero Road Bikes and Tail Lights
If you’re going to ride an aero road bike, you must resign yourself to certain inconveniences. For one thing, you cannot run your stem angled…
Through a Tree Tunnel to the New Year
What’s on the other side of this tunnel of trees? Story and photos in the new year. We’re off to enjoy the holiday with family.…
Mark V eBay find: Bianchi TSX/UL
Once upon a time, I was a completely into the mystique of Italian cycling products. I mean, I chugged the KoolAid and asked for seconds.…