At Sea Otter Classic, Velocio launched its 2025 Spring/Summer collection, which included the new Merino LUXE jersey and LUXE bibs for men and women, specifically designed for the long-distance rider in mind. Merino LUXE Jersey Men’s Women’s 4 stars Price: $199 Sizes: XXS-3XL (women’s); XS-4XL (men’s) Colors: Smoked paprika, Black, Sulphur Materials: 71% Wool, 18%Continue reading “A Kit Designed for the Long Haul”
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SaltStick FastChews: The difference between a DNF or finishing strong
I can confidently say that SaltStick FastChews were a lifesaver during Unbound and saved me from a DNF. The company sent me samples in late February, but the temperatures in Chicagoland made it impossible to test the product. I waited for the weather to warm up, and then Unbound arrived. The combination of a challengingContinue reading “SaltStick FastChews: The difference between a DNF or finishing strong”
2025 Unbound Gravel 100: The Final Chapter
Missed my articles leading up to Unbound? Read them here:Unbound Gravel – New Year New GoalsPreparing for Unbound Gravel 100: One Month and Counting Two Weeks Out: The Countdown Begins As the two-week countdown to Unbound Gravel kicks into high gear, I find myself buried in a checklist that’s as long as the race itself.Continue reading “2025 Unbound Gravel 100: The Final Chapter”
Tailwind High Carb Fuel Review
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”
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”
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”
New Year. New Goals.
Before turning 62 in January, I contemplated my 2025 goals, searching for ways to challenge myself on and off the bike. One thing was clear: my gravel bike would take center stage. Last year, most of my 6000+ miles in the saddle were on paved roads, always worried about distracted drivers. I aim to rackContinue reading “New Year. New Goals.”
Sunflowers and Pedals 