We all know winters in Chicago are tough. However, a wet and cold winter doesn’t have to mean the end of outdoor riding until spring.  Booties are a decent choice to keep feet warm and dry, but having a dedicated winter riding boot takes it to the next level. That’s ...

  The newest frame to be introduced from Seven Cycles is their 622 SLX. It utilizes size-specific filament wound carbon fiber in the top tube, down tube, seat tube, seat stays, and head tube. The carbon tubes are joined by extremely thin, intricately designed, and minimal titanium lugs. The chain stays ...

  Just in at the shop Honey Stinger Vanilla and Honey Stinger Waffles (also in Strawberry but haven't tried that one..yet). Great before any cycling activity and they actually taste great. If you're someone who likes something small and easy to digest before activity I'd highly recommend picking these up. I like both flavors, but if ...

A fresh roll of bartape is one of the best ways to make your bike look new again. Conversely, dirty, torn, or even just a poorly wrapped bartape can ruin the look of an otherwise beautiful bike. I have long been a fan of Fizik’s microtex bartapes. It comes in a ...

Mad Alchemy embrocation I've been a fan of this stuff for awhile now so I was VERY happy when we were able to start carrying the stuff. Great in the spring, fall, winter and yes even summer. During those colder months it's a great warmth barrier for your legs against the Chicago elements. ...

After a full season of criterium racing behind me I feel I can finally give my thought s on Shimano’s Dura Ace C50 wheelset.  In a word fantastic! I only regret not having these wheels last season. As with all things Dura Ace the finish at the hubs and the rims themselves ...

Now please don't laugh. I know the Bar Mitts look a little funny, and if they didn't work so gosh darn well I would be the first to make fun of them. After years of buying bigger and bulkier gloves to survive riding through Chicago winters, to the point where shifting ...

I have been riding a set of blue Continental 4000s tires now for a season and a half.  I estimate that I have 1500-2000 miles on them.  They have held up remarkably well – no flats! These tires are different from the all black 4000S with the “Black Chili” compound ...

Let me start off by saying that these tires are NOT for everybody. They are expensive, and they will not last as long as most other tires. With that said, Vitorria is still my go-to tire. Life is too short to ride cheap tires. Wouldn't you rather ride great tires that ...

I have used this new bottle for the last few weeks and have come away mightily impressed.  The on/off nozzle feature is novel and works well for stopping leaks when the bottle is in my messenger bag or backpack.  On the bike, I leave it in the open position for ...