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The ENVE Fray Debuts Three New Colors

The ENVE Fray Debuts Three New Colors

The ENVE Fray has always stood apart as a bike that resists easy labels. It’s built for riders who want the efficiency of a performance machine with the flexibility to... Read More
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Back of the Shop: A Mechanic Explains the Bike Noises You Should Never Ignore

Back of the Shop: A Mechanic Explains the Bike Noises You Should Never Ignore

Every cyclist knows the feeling. You’re settling into a strong rhythm when it starts: a faint click, an intermittent creak, a persistent rub that wasn’t there yesterday. Maybe it disappears... Read More
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I’m a Strong Pool Swimmer — Why Do I Panic in Open Water?

I’m a Strong Pool Swimmer — Why Do I Panic in Open Water?

Q: I feel great in the pool. I hit my intervals, I can swim distance, and honestly, I thought the swim would be my strength. But the minute the horn... Read More
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Fast, Refined, Built for Real Life: Reviewers Weigh In on the Factor MONZA

Fast, Refined, Built for Real Life: Reviewers Weigh In on the Factor MONZA

Across three major cycling publications, the verdict on the new Factor MONZA is remarkably consistent. Reviewers describe a race bike that feels premium, handles with precision and still makes sense... Read More
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Orca Apex Float V2: Float Higher. Swim Straighter. Save Your Legs for the Bike.

Orca Apex Float V2: Float Higher. Swim Straighter. Save Your Legs for the Bike.

If you are training for a long course triathlon, you already know this: the swim should not wreck your day. It should set it up. That is exactly where the... Read More
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What Your Bike Mechanic Knows About Tubeless That You Don’t

What Your Bike Mechanic Knows About Tubeless That You Don’t

From a bike mechanic’s point of view, tubeless tires are one of the best performance upgrades most riders can make. They reduce flats, improve comfort, and help bikes handle better... Read More
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The Upside of Racing Internationally—and What Can Go Wrong By Dean Tillman

The Upside of Racing Internationally—and What Can Go Wrong By Dean Tillman

Racing internationally has been on the upswing for the past few years. Maybe it’s the post-COVID travel bump. I did my first European race in 2015 at the Ironman 70.3... Read More
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Ask Matt: How Do I Train for My First Century Ride?

Ask Matt: How Do I Train for My First Century Ride?

The question:Matt, I’ve been riding consistently and I’m signed up for my first 100-mile ride later this year. The distance feels exciting and terrifying at the same time. I don’t... Read More
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4 Components That Turn Winter Fitness Into Spring Speed

4 Components That Turn Winter Fitness Into Spring Speed

The shank of winter is the quiet hinge of the cycling season. The base miles are in the legs, the first start lists are appearing and riders who take performance... Read More
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