Category: Components
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Are Tubeless Tires Worth It On a Fat Bike?
Hesitatant to set up my bike trainer this winter, I caved and bought a fat bike. Not just any fat tire bike; a rather light and nimble Salsa Beargrease. I am no stranger to fat bike riding, having made several trips to the Upper Peninsula for winter cycling retreats in the wilderness. But I had…
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Why Go With a 650b Wheelset for Your Gravel Setup
Investing in a 650b wheelset may not be a popular choice, but it has a lot of merit, especially for gravel cycling. Need to run a wider, beefier tire? No problem. Want to have better handling over your bike? You got it. Running a 650b wheelset on your gravel bike can have several benefits, many…
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The Best Carbon Wheels by Category (Road, Gravel, MTB, and Tri)
Whether you ride road, gravel, or triathlon bikes, carbon wheels are the GOAT of all performance upgrades. Put short, carbon wheels deliver high ROI for speed, comfort, and overall riding experience. Carbon bike wheels are generally more aerodynamic, lightweight, and responsive. They can also be more compliant or stiff, depending on the terrain and bike…