Gravel has become one of the most popular, ever-growing disciplines in cycling. The freedom to explore new trails, ride on mixed terrain and get away from traffic are some of the reasons why gravel has become so popular among both beginner and seasoned cyclists. Having the right equipment is paramount…
Last year we published a couple of articles on lightweight road bikes with disc brakes that were quite a hit. The first one focused on the best, premium-range bikes on the market at the time, and the second one talked about top lightweight bikes under €5,000. Since then, bike brands…
As a cyclist, would you be able to tell the material, size, rim depth and the exact type of wheel on your bike? You’re probably unaware of some of these details, either because you’ve never really thought about it or it’s practically impossible to know it all, given the variety…
Siroko began as a simple sunglasses brand. Creating our first sports eyewear line – the K2 – made us realize that in cycling and other outdoor sports, clear vision and eye protection are key. Then along came the K3 line and its little sister, the K3s range. Over the years,…
A few weeks ago we explained how to change the handlebar tape on a road or gravel bike. Well, today we’re going to follow up with another basic maintenance issue that any cyclist, beginner or experienced, should be familiar with: How to tell if the chain is worn and needs…
This animal known as man’s best friend can sometimes turn into an enemy. This is precisely what dogs are to most cyclists, even cyclists who have dogs themselves or live comfortably around them. The reason behind this is that most dogs are friendly when we’re on our feet, but this…
The gravel bike: This particular type of bike, halfway between a road and a mountain bike but more similar to the first one, has become extremely popular recently. Gravel bike sales have been increasing non-stop, and this is a growing market with a great marketing push, that also offers alternatives…
Changing the handlebar tape on your road or gravel bike is one of those tasks that may seem complicated at first, but is actually much simpler and requires fewer tools than fixing or changing a tire. All you need is a couple of rolls of handlebar tape, just like the…
If you’re reading this right now, you’re most likely a sports enthusiast, let it be any cycling discipline, running, fitness, snowboarding or skiing. You love traveling for sure, no matter the distance, and, more often than not, your goal is to practice that sport you can’t stop thinking about. The…
Before power meters became a thing, heart rate training was the main tool for building a solid, strong foundation and improving the cyclist’s performance. And while power meters are becoming increasingly more popular and accessible, heart rate monitors are closing in on them. Here’s a basic, easy guide to get…
