The Road Less Paved: My Transition to Gravel Riding
Gravel is nothing new. It’s been around for a while now—gravel bikes, aero gravel bikes, wide and even wider rims, new tires, all the tech. I even have a friend...
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Breaking New Ground: How LoreTwo Redefines Custom Cycling Shoes
Growing up in a second-generation bike shop, I witnessed firsthand the evolution of cycling shoes. Over the years, I’ve tested countless pairs—from nylon and magnesium soles to today’s gold standard:...
Winter Indoor Cycling: Getting the Most Out of Your Trainer Sessions
Written by guest contributor: Chris Caruana As the cold weather approaches, I’ll be the first to admit that roughing it out on icy roads doesn’t appeal to me this season. But thankfully,...
Is Chain Waxing Worth It for Road Cyclists? Let’s Break It Down.
Cycling trends come and go, whether it’s the debate between tubeless versus tube-type tires or electronic versus mechanical drivetrains. One trend gaining traction in road cycling isn’t exactly new—chain waxing....
Why I Cycle For Sailing
When you think of sailing, your mind likely drifts toward open waters, yacht clubs, billowing sails, and boat shoes. However Olympic sailing is anything but that. It is a physically...
The importance of being...able to fix your own bike
Servus aus München, this is the first of what will hopefully be regular posts on the Ka.Dre Racer Sportif blog. A bit about myself: I've been a rider with the...
Toronto - Kincardine - Toronto
I’m always up for an adventure, as I haven't really been doing much of those lately—just riding the same loop over and over again for two months. I’ve never done...
Seoul to Jeju: A Transcendent Riding Journey across South Korea
Having never set foot in South Korea, I was excited for my first introduction to the country to be on two wheels. I believe there’s no better way to see...
Navigating the Road: A Cyclists Guide to Road Rules and Etiquette
Cycling can be a fun way to get out of the house, meet up with friends, and get some exercise. While there are many benefits to cycling, the most important...
Clipping in For Beginners
Congrats! You’ve just picked up a pair of cycling shoes and clip-in pedals. Now it’s time to learn how to use them.The first thing to know when it comes to...
Navigating the Road: A Cyclists Guide to Road Rules and Etiquette
Cycling can be a fun way to get out of the house, meet up with friends, and get some exercise. While there are many benefits to cycling, the most important...
Why we’re forgoing the Bike Show this year
For those of us within the GTA cycling community, the second weekend of March marks the unofficial start of the outdoor riding season with the Toronto Bicycle Show. As a...
Nimbl Exceed Early Review
 I’ve been using the Nimbl exceed shoes for about a week and have done just a little over 1000kms on them so I think this is about the right...
Breakfast beers
Nothing goes better together like coffee and cycling, right? Wrong. In a world where an oat cappuccino costs $7.00 (I’m looking at you, higher ground) it’s cheaper and more fun to get...
Lights are not just for nighttime!
For many cyclists, both avid and more experienced. When asked if they use lights on their bike, the common answer we receive when asking this question, is either they don’t...
Frank the Polish MacGyver Saves the Day
Another Sunday Morning Adventure on Two Wheels There are many reasons why we enjoy riding our bicycles. One such reason is the plenty of opportunities to create great memories as...