Ever since waxing chains has become popular again, some proponents say that everybody should wax their chains, all the time. They usually point to the (marginally) lower resistance of a waxed chain compared to lube. Yet others prefer to wet-lube their chains, as they’ve done for decades. Their reasoning is that a squeaky… read more

And they are off! As we post this, the riders of this year’s Arkansas High Country Race are on the road. Headed by well-known racers like Tour Divide winner Justinas Leveika, Matt Pike, Nick Elliott, Andy Zolyak and Bryan Dougherty, they are racing not just for the win, but also for the coveted… read more

“I’ll ride Salida to the Sea in September. After that event, I won’t be far from Seattle. Perhaps we can go for a ride together?” A message from Adrien Liechti, the Swiss bikepacker, ultra-racer and adventurer. Adrien is famous for his monumental mustache, his fun-loving attitude, and sense of humor. His presence will… read more