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HOW AND WHERE TO BUY BIKES ONLINE

by Steve 2 comments Last updated: January 26, 2023

If you are thinking about buying a bike online this year, it’s never been easier. Here’s how and where to do it along with bikes to consider.

Bikes
Disc Brake Road Bike Gear
How to Choose and Save - Front
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eTap vs Di2 vs EPS – WHICH IS BEST FOR YOU?

by Steve 39 comments Last updated: January 24, 2020

Now that electronic groupsets from Shimano, SRAM, and Campy are well accepted, you may be wondering should I upgrade to eTap vs Di2? or EPS?

Disc Brake Road Bike Gear
Groupsets and Components - Front

WHY AND WHEN TO BUY A ROAD DISC BIKE

by Steve 40 comments Last updated: April 6, 2019

In this post, I lay out the reasons why and provide you guidance on when you should buy a road disc bike, one equipped with disc rather than rim brakes.

Bikes
Disc Brake Road Bike Gear
Reviews

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CYCLING GEAR REVIEWS

BIKES
– Why Buy a Road Disc Bike
– How to Buy a Bike Online

WHEELS
– How to Choose Wheels
– Best Carbon Wheels
– Value Carbon Wheels
– All-Around Wheels
– Alloy Wheels
– Aero Wheels
– Climbing Wheels
– Rim Brake Wheels
– Wide Wheels and Tires

GRAVEL
– Gravel Wheels
– Gravel Tires
– Gravel Shoes
– Gravel Shorts
– Gravel Riding Technique
– Top 25 Gravel Events

TIRES
– Tubeless Tires
– Gravel Tires
– Choosing Tire Size

COMPONENTS
– Electronic Groupsets
– Road Bike Pedals

ELECTRONICS
– Why Use a Power Meter
– Best Power Meters
– Best Power Meter Pedals
– Wahoo Bolt vs, Garmin Edge

KIT, SHOES, AND HELMETS
– Men’s Bib Shorts
– Women’s Bib Shorts
– Spring and Fall Kit
– Gravel Shorts
– Road Bike Shoes
– Gravel Shoes
– Aero Road Helmets
– Light and Cool Helmets
– Cycling Sunglasses

ONLINE BIKE STORES
– Best Deals
– Store Rankings
– Compare Prices

MY TAKE
– Ride Faster: Gear & Kit
– Ride Faster: Training & Technique
– 5 Beliefs About Gear I’ve Dropped
– Paceline Riding Don’ts and Dos
– What You Need on Every Ride

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