Designed for High-Intensity Efforts Just before Sea Otter Classic in early April ’25, Tailwind Nutrition launched its newest product― High Carb Fuel mix. This new product mix immediately caught my attention for a couple of reasons. First, it was developed with the help of Ellen Campbell, an elite cyclist I met at The Cycling HouseContinue reading “Tailwind High Carb Fuel Review”
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Peppermint Cycling’s Women’s Signature Jersey, Bibs, and Socks
I wasn’t familiar with Peppermint Cycling until they contacted me to stop by their booth at Sea Otter Classic to view their 2025 Spring/Summer line. The company, founded in Montreal, Canada, designs cycling apparel for women. They feature comprehensive collections for road, mountain, and gravel riding. Peppermint Cycling’s new Spring/Summer 2025 apparel includes: Road: CompletelyContinue reading “Peppermint Cycling’s Women’s Signature Jersey, Bibs, and Socks”
Preparing for Unbound Gravel 100: One Month and Counting Down
At the beginning of this year, I shared with the RBR readers my plans to “race” Unbound Gravel 100 on May 31st. I’m currently one month from making the nine-hour drive to Emporia, Kansas, and rolling up to the start line for my first 100-mile gravel race. Training is going well, and my conditioning isContinue reading “Preparing for Unbound Gravel 100: One Month and Counting Down”
Randonneuring Rookie: Tales From the Long Road
With origins in late 19th century France, Randonneuring grew out of interest in touring the countryside by bicycle. It is a long-distance cycling sport where riders attempt courses of 100K with options of 200K+, passing through predetermined “controls” (checkpoints). Riders aim to complete the course within specified time limits and receive equal recognition regardless ofContinue reading “Randonneuring Rookie: Tales From the Long Road”
Showers Pass Elite Jacket Receives an Update
The Elite III jacket recently received a significant update. Known as Showers Pass’s flagship cycling jacket launched in 1997, the Elite III retains the classic fit and heritage styling while introducing several improvements to enhance a cyclist’s comfort and performance. What’s New with the Elite III Jacket? Showers Pass uses Porlite waterproof-breathable technology for itsContinue reading “Showers Pass Elite Jacket Receives an Update”
Find Your Stolen Bicycle with this Ultimate Bike Tracker Solution
If you’ve ever had a bicycle stolen, you know all too well that sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. I had that feeling firsthand in the summer of 2019 while vacationing in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. We walked out of a restaurant only to find an empty hitch rack. Two fat bikes were gone! IContinue reading “Find Your Stolen Bicycle with this Ultimate Bike Tracker Solution”
ASSOS Everyday, Every Ride Performance Solution
Step into any local bike shop that stocks ASSOS apparel, and the racks are a sea of black. But that all changed in February with the launch of their new DYORA R line of jerseys and bibs, which includes new color options and an entry-level price point! It’s been over a decade since I lastContinue reading “ASSOS Everyday, Every Ride Performance Solution”
Talking gravel racing and getting more women to the start line with Kristi Mohn, UNBOUND Gravel race director
Recently, I had the opportunity to interview Kristi Mohn, Race Director for UNBOUND Gravel and co-founder of Girls Gone Gravel (GGG). As this is my first time riding UNBOUND, I was curious how she started riding gravel and her take on why more women aren’t signing up for these races. Cycling Background SHERI: How didContinue reading “Talking gravel racing and getting more women to the start line with Kristi Mohn, UNBOUND Gravel race director”
Stay Fueled with Easy Access to Nutrition
I first became aware of Relevate Designs by listening to Lael Rides Around the World podcasts. The company is from Lael Wilcox’s home state of Alaska and has been designing bikepacking gear since 2007. In her podcasts, Lael kept mentioning the Mag-Tank bag she uses for carrying her nutrition, making it easy to stay fueledContinue reading “Stay Fueled with Easy Access to Nutrition”
Add a Layer of Warmth to Your Winter Rides
Velocio launched its new Deep Winter Base Layer this winter. Like any base layer, you want it to be warm, close-fitting, wicking, and breathable. The Deep Winter Base Layer checks all the boxes and is the perfect complement to one of Velocio’s winter jerseys. (Read my recent review here.) The lightweight warmth comes from aContinue reading “Add a Layer of Warmth to Your Winter Rides”
Sunflowers and Pedals 