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The Scott Spark DC is not a downcountry bike, and calling it one undersells what…
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Hattie Harnden’s World Cup Belt Drive Win: What It Means
A gearbox bike is not a gimmick built for gravel commuters and touring cyclists who…
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The 32-inch wheel conversation just got more complicated. Newmen Components dropped a statement this week…
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Everyone’s talking about 32-inch wheels and automatic shifting. Meanwhile, radial tire construction is quietly delivering…
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