I can’t wait to get back to Portland to get my hands on this stuff but, in the meantime, Rapha has finally released some images of their new women’s line. They started with the basics (a very good place to start) – classic jersey, jacket, shorts. As a bib-wearing mama, I’ll be waiting for the strappy version [...]

The Oregonian runs a holiday gift guide every year in the Outdoors section and for the past two years I’ve been lucky enough to throw my opinion into the ring. Last year I went with super-training stuff but this year I took a different tack and included more “Everyday Cycling” items. I’ve expanded on my [...]

Even in this crazy cycling world of constant upgrades and never-ending eye-candy, Rapha seemed completely out of my league. Besides, what was the point? They don't even make women's gear. Then I got my hands on a pair of Rapha Cross 3/4 length bibs. I put them on and stood in front of the mirror and did not feel faster. Nor did I look faster. I was extremely skeptical.

Forgive me, Sante Pogliaghi, for I have sinned. I know.  I know that steel is real.  I know that you spent all those many years in your shop making the most beautiful bikes known to man.  I know that you are infinite and great.  I still love you.  I still bow my head.  I still think [...]

Here in Portland, we are blessed with a bunch of cool, local cycling cap-makers.  I’m sure everyone has a favorite.  Where to start? Shawn Deller and Little Package are just dreamy when it comes to the cap department.  Sal looks good in them, so I make sure he has a few to throw on the [...]

This is just about one of the geekiest things to hit the Bike Nerd Kingdom in a long time – and I’m impressed. About 6 weeks ago, I crossed a line that I swore I’d never go near.  I started geeking out on gear inches.  Two reasons: I was in the throes of spec-ing out my [...]