Articles by Slowman

Gravel

The Obed GVR: A High-Speed Gravel Bike

If the Obed Boundary is the workhorse, the Obed GVR is the cafe racer

by Slowman, February 1, 2022

Cycling

Time to Relearn Road Tire Pressures

You'll pressure your next aero wheel and tire up to 65psi, or less, and it'll be the fastest set-up you've yet ridden.

Training

Join Me In a Zwift Duathlon?

They are the tune-up races I use as prep for my outdoor races; and in retrospect more fun than some of those "real" races.

Swimming

The Swim Goggles You Choose

In 2013 half of you chose TYR or Aqua Sphere. Today, not so much. There are new kids on the block.

Cycling

SRAM Acquires Hammerhead, a Head Unit Maker

SRAM, more than any component maker, built its roster through free agency. It's at it again.

Cycling

Andy Trouard’s Time Alpe d’Huez 01

Finding a top-notch frame in the right geometry, using a standard stem, with Dura Ace 9200, in this supply chain nightmare, was not easy.

Running

ASICS is Making a New Kind of Shoe: The MetaRide

ASICS espoused a shoe narrative for a generation, but has introduced a parallel thesis for a second line of tech run shoes.

Industry

After 40 years: The Caveman Moves From Timex to Wahoo Rival

Today’s focus: Using the Rival to broadcast HR and Stride Rate

Running

Among Slowtwitchers: It’s Saucony Gaining at Nike’s Expense

It's the Endorphin Speed, as our readers move from shoes like the HOKA Clifton and the Nike Pegasus.

Cycling

Can We Put These Electronics in Our Favorite Aerobars?

Zipp is in the catbird seat with its bar-end wireless shifters. Who's paying attention?

News

Your Tri Bike Buying Plans for 2022

You're back to buying tri bikes for 2022, at higher price points, and more of you intend to buy pre-owned bikes.

Cycling

SRAM Wireless Aero Shifting Almost Here

Remember that wireless shifter of SRAM's that made an appearance a year ago? I've had a set for a month; here's the down-low.

Industry

What You Should Know About Chamois Cream

This is the easiest way to mitigate saddle soreness