What I’m Riding: The Winter Hit List
Comprehensive list of things covering Boredom’s body for the past few months.
First Look: ABUS Bordo 6000 Folding Lock
As a longtime user of bike locks it’s refreshing to see an actual challenger to the lockdown U-locks (D-locks in Europe) have on fiets security. While the de facto lock’s been my go to shackle for years, they generally suck when it comes to finding things to lock them to. I’ve only become aware of ABUS this […]
First Look: Portland Design Works Dios Thronous™ Saddle
“Waterproof: leave it in the rain, wipe it off, and ride.” This description, taken from Portland Design Works page for their Dios Thronous saddle ($40USD) is interesting. Personally, I’ve never considered my saddles when it comes to rain. My commuters have always had s*** saddles, or hand-me-downs from my nicer bikes. I simply didn’t care […]
First Look: Spy Optic Screw Glasses
While the usual suspects may have a lock on the pro road peloton, you’d have to work pretty hard to ignore the presence Spy Optic has cultivated in the US CX scene. As witnessed by the CXVegas Spyover, from the jump (pun intended) Spy has been front and center this season. Once they got in […]
What I’m Riding: Rapha Super-Lightweight Jersey
Those of you who know me, know I’m prone to fits of aesthetic-induced swooning. Regardless of its need, usefulness, or price, if it’s designed right it’ll hit that magic swoon spot. Also, those who know me, know Rapha’s clothing has that effect on me quite often. However, when the Super-Lightweight Jersey ($160USD) was released, I […]