Handlebar bags are finally having their moment, and we couldn't be happier. In this gear shootout, Andy focuses his critical eye on three of our favorites: the Orucase Smuggler HC, the Restrap Canister, and the Silca Grinta. If you hate stuffing your jersey pockets full of food and gear, then one of these bags would be a great addition to your ride! Shop All Of Our Handlebar Bags Here: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/search?s=u&q=handlebar+bags Watch our Gravel Saddles Shootout Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=figqxyeC2lQ Check out the products featured here: Orucase Smuggler HC H ..read more

Wahoo’s new ELEMNT ACE Computer is bigger, better, and most importantly, making us faster. With new Aero Insights, you’ll now be able to take advantage of headwinds and turn them into headwins. Get yours at CompetitiveCyclist.com! #wahooace #wahooelemnt #cyclist #newproduct #competitivecyclist ..read more

Bad shifting can ruin a good ride, so one of the most important things you can learn how to do is diagnose and adjust your rear derailleur. Come along as Luke walks us through troubleshooting and adjusting mechanical and electronic systems from Shimano and SRAM. ➡️️ Shop All Derailleurs: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/cat/derailleurs?utm_source=CCYT&utm_medium=YouTube Watch our Derailleur Hanger Adjustment Video: https://youtu.be/pf0jWmGJXis?si=U5DiQKwqpxdR-Wzw Check out products featured here and more: Cervelo Aspero Gravel Bike: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/cervelo-aspero-sc-ri ..read more

Is there a better pairing than green and gold? We think not. This custom-built Ibis Ripley perfectly blends holiday spirit and serious performance ..read more

To say there’s a truckload of tire options for your gravel bike would be the understatement of the year. EVERY big tire brand has secured a spot on the bandwagon, and weeding through the mess of widths, tread patterns, rubber compounds, and protective casings has become increasingly difficult. The Maxxis Rambler and Pirelli Cinturato are two of our favorites, but which one is better and why? Tune in to hear what Andy has to say! Watch our Gravel Saddles Shootout Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=figqxyeC2lQ Check out the products featured here: Maxxis Rambler Tubeless Tire: https://www.co ..read more

Rim brakes aren’t gone, nor are they forgotten. As a tried and true technology that’s been used for over a century, they’re still a dependable option for braking in all conditions. But they can be finicky, so come along as Luke shows us how to optimize your rim brake setup! Watch Our Derailleur Hanger Adjustment Video: https://youtu.be/pf0jWmGJXis?si=DUPJpJIInJ_GZY29 Check out products featured here and more: Rim Brake Calipers, Wheels, and Pads: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/search?s=u&q=rim+brakes Zipp Firecrest Carbon Tubeless Wheelset: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/zipp-404-f ..read more

Does the Continental Aero 111 tire live up to all the hype? Is it really as fast as advertised? We gave one to Andy to test, and we were all surprised by the results. Jump in with us as we ask whether it’s just another overpriced tire, or an investment in speed. Watch Our Helmet Shootout Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KepaxEP7NiY Check out the products featured here: Continental Aero 111 Tubeless Road Tire: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/continental-aero-111-tubeless-road-tire Specialized Allez Sprint Disc Frameset: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/specialized-allez-sprint-disc-r ..read more

From the Shimano XTR drivetrain to the RockShox SID Ultimate fork, this is a no-compromise XC weapon designed for those who crave speed and efficiency. Whether you're lining up at the start of a race or out on an epic adventure, the ASR is ready to perform ..read more

If there’s one thing we’ve tested and analyzed more than anything else on the planet, it’s bib shorts. Andy has reviewed nearly every level of every bib from all of the major manufacturers, so he has a unique POV on how bibs have evolved since the early 2000’s. The Castelli Premio Black and Assos Equipe RS S-11 are two of our very best, but one may be slightly better for you than the other. Come along as Andy puts them head to head for a surprising photo finish. Watch Our Helmet Shootout Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KepaxEP7NiY Check out the products featured here: Castelli Premio Bl ..read more

We put top-tier shoe models from Shimano and Lake head-to-head to see which road cycling shoe comes out on top. Shimano painstakingly designed the RC903PWR S-PHYRE shoe to squeeze out every ounce of possible performance, while the Lake CX333 is a premium road shoe with a hand-crafted feel for uncompromised comfort. Bike Gearhead Andy tested each pair of shoes on the pavement to determine the winner—follow along to find out which shoe is better! Check out our 2024 Bike Shoe Guide: https://www.competitivecyclist.com/campaign/shoe-guide Check out the products featured here: Shimano RC903PWR S-PHY ..read more