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25
Aug
Shimano CUES: Redefining Value and Accessibility in Cycling Drivetrains
Shimano’s CUES groupset is more than “entry-level.” We tested it in the Pyrenees and found a drivetrain that’s smooth, durable, and surprisingly refined. Designed for e-bikes and everyday riders alike, CUES makes performance cycling more accessible without compromise.
4 min read
22
Aug
Pelotan Sunscreen: A Deep Dive After a Week in the Pyrenees
We took Pelotan on a week of long, hot days riding in the Pyrenees, comparing it directly to Ecran Sports sunscreen. This is a no-fluff, real-rider review focused on performance, texture, and protection.
3 min read
19
Aug
Do Cyclists Really Want Dedicated Bike Rooms at Hotels?
Hotels often advertise dedicated bike rooms as a cyclist-friendly feature. But here’s the reality: most riders don’t want to leave their pride and joy in a communal storage space.
3 min read
18
Aug
Have Bike GPS Computers Hit Their Peak? Riding with the Garmin 530 in 2025
In 2025, the Garmin Edge 530 still stands strong as a reliable cycling computer. But with endless data fields already available, have bike GPS devices quietly reached their peak in what riders actually need on the screen?
5 min read
13
Aug
Kudoro.cc - Your Ride, Your Story, All in One Image
Kudoro is a new bread of cycling overlay. One that not only pulls your Strava data, but allows your to enrich your images with every stat you could think of.
2 min read
12
Aug
What Two Weeks At Altitude Did for My Cycling Performance
Two weeks riding high in the Pyrenees gave me a mini altitude camp, boosting FTP, VO₂ max, and post-ride energy back at sea level. Here’s what happened, and why altitude works even for non-pro cyclists.
4 min read
12
Aug
DrFranklin Athletic Thunder Photochromic Sunglasses — One Pair, Every Pyrenean Ride
We put the DrFranklin Athletic Thunder photochromic sunglasses to the test on iconic Pyrenean climbs. The lenses adapted instantly to changing light, the fit stayed snug through sweat and altitude, and the clarity stayed sharp from summit to descent.
3 min read
12
Aug
Sox Footwear in the Pyrenees – When Small Details Make the Biggest Difference
If there’s one thing the Pyrenees are good at, it’s testing your limits. Every day throws something different
3 min read
11
Aug
Why Pressing Pause on Training During Insomnia Can Make You Stronger
When insomnia strikes, intense cycling can harm recovery and performance. Resting helps your body repair, reduces burnout risk, and ensures you return to training stronger and more resilient.
2 min read
09
Aug
Finding Balance, Not Restrictions: How The FoodCoach App Changed My Approach to Fuelling
Using The FoodCoach App, I learned I was under-fuelling my rides. Now I balance carbs, protein, fats, and fibre with recipes matched to my training, helping me drop weight, boost energy, and ride stronger without giving up the foods I love.
4 min read