Daniel Yang Worked at a Chinese Carbon Wheels Factory
Renowned bike journalist Daniel Yang toured a Chinese carbon‑wheel factory, with Light Bicycle documenting the entire production line. The behind‑the‑scenes footage shows that the majority of Asian‑made carbon wheels are manufactured in China, regardless of brand origin. The visit highlights how Western‑branded wheels often rely on the same Chinese facilities, blurring the line between domestic and overseas production. The exposure offers cyclists a clearer view of quality control and supply‑chain dynamics.
Gravel Adventure Field Guide: Gunnison, Colorado
The Gravel Adventure Field Guide has released a new edition focused on Gunnison, Colorado, showcasing 15 off‑road cycling routes ranging from 15 to 86 miles. The guide launches on March 31 in Denver at Hogshead Brewery, followed by a group ride...
SimWorks Gettin’ Hungry Four Bolt Quill Stems
SimWorks has refreshed its long‑standing Gettin’ Hungry four‑bolt chromoly quill stems with new Heart & Arrow faceplates, launching two versions—Lettuce (25.4 mm clamp) and Tomato (26 mm clamp). Both models retain the classic 22.2 mm × 130 mm quill dimensions and are offered in silver or...
The Ratio Tailfin Bolt Allows for Rack Attachment
Ratio Technology has introduced a dedicated Tailfin bolt that enables riders to attach a Tailfin rack to the direct‑mount Ratio Mech on bikes with a universal derailleur hanger (UDH) or standard hanger. The bolt incorporates a hex reducer that steps...
The Surly Lowside Is a Throwback Rigid MTB Single-Speed Cruiser
Surly has launched the Lowside, a rigid 27.5‑inch mountain bike that returns to the brand’s single‑speed roots. The bike blends vintage cruiser aesthetics with modern trail standards, including drop‑per post compatibility, a 44 mm headtube and Boost rear spacing. It arrives...
Snowthing to Do
Team Scrapple staged a unique gravel grind from the Philadelphia area to Blue Mountain, attaching a snowboard to the ride. The adventure blends traditional snowboarding culture with off‑season gravel cycling, creating a novel hybrid experience. The event was documented on...
Designing the Stinner Romero Enduro Bike
Stinner Frameworks unveiled the design evolution of the Romero enduro bike in Episode 1 of its build series. The rear triangle has been reengineered from a machined billet to a tubular welded aluminum structure, boosting stiffness while keeping production domestic and...
Give Input on the New Mexico Rio Grande Trail
The Rio Grande Trail, a north‑south corridor spanning more than 300 miles across New Mexico, currently has a missing segment between Santa Fe and Taos counties. The Radavist, in partnership with state and local agencies, has drafted three alignment options...
Ratio Makes a 34 Tooth GRX Chainring
Ratio Technology has launched a new 4‑bolt 110 BCD chainring for Shimano’s GRX groupset, available in 38t, 36t, and a groundbreaking 34t size. The 34‑tooth option makes it the only GRX‑compatible chainring of that size on the market, addressing a...
Andy Anderson: The Shape of Paris
Professional skateboarder Andy Anderson stars in "The Shape of Paris," a new short film directed by renowned videographer Brett Novak. The film captures Anderson’s seamless blend of vintage skateboarding style with contemporary, fluid lines as he navigates iconic Parisian streets...
The Making of the Ron’s Bikes Alumax II
Ronnie Romance, known as Bené, released a new YouTube video dissecting the evolution of Ron’s Bikes Alumax II. The episode walks viewers through the frame’s aluminum redesign, weight savings, and updated geometry aimed at aggressive trail riding. It also reveals the...