Articles by Slowman

Training

The Smart Bike as a Home Fit Tool

This is the result of my experiment, using smart bikes to inform the position on my outdoor bikes.

by Slowman, June 15, 2020

Cycling

Shimano RC901 Versus RC701

Shimano is a cycling shoe brand I can ride. Its RC9 costs almost twice the RC7. Is the upcharge justified, and are these shoes tri-relevant anyway?

Cycling

The Lowdown on Zipp’s New 303s

Great wheels! But I'm feeling cranky today and I fear it's evident. That notwithstanding, I hope I do these wheels justice.

News

The Impossible Route

“This was objectively the hardest thing I have ever done,” said The Vegan Cyclist, and I would be shocked if it weren't.

Cycling

Is BiSaddle Having its Moment?

The visuals, functionality, and the recognition of a need have conspired to give this saddle its moment.

Cycling

Secrets of Speedplay

The pedal used by about 40 percent of the top-15 Kona men and women. Why they work; how they work; and how you properly mount them.

News

Ironman to Tighten Virtual Racing Rules

Any use of IRONMAN VR results to qualify for outdoor events (like a WC) will occur in a new division with enhanced guardrails.

News

The Covid-19 Bike Boom

Your LBS might not be doing that bad; there's a mini bike boom occasioned by this pandemic

Training

The Birth of Zwift

"I should probably turn this thing into a product, but for now, it's just used by me."

Industry

Fix It!

Now is the perfect time to Fix It. What is the "It" we're fixing? Your uncomfortable saddle, aerobar, pedal, or bike position.

Triathlon

QR’s New PRSix2: Slowman’s Build

I mixed and matched parts a little, to get a a bike I really enjoy riding.

Training

Update on the RUNN Treadmill Sensor

I tested two things: does it work on curved treadmills? And just how accurate is this device?

Training

Tacx NEO Bike Long Term Review

Here is everything good, and everything less good, about one of the industry leading products of 2020