The Right Gear

Summer rides just hit different ☀️

The early morning rollouts.
The extra-long route home.
The café stop that somehow turns into
another 20 miles.

The Avail Advanced is built for the days you don't want to end. Comfortable enough for all-day adventures, efficient enough for big climbs, and capable enough for whatever road catches your eye along the way.

Because the best summer rides always seem to go a little farther than planned.

When most people see rust or corrosion on a bicycle, they assume it was neglected or left out in the rain. While that's certainly a common cause, there's another culprit that often goes unnoticed: sweat.

The photo shown here is the inside of a bottom bracket shell, where the crank spindle passes through the frame. The material visible isn't dirt or rust - it's a thick accumulation of salt crystals that formed inside the frame after years of indoor riding. Left unchecked, this buildup can trap moisture, accelerate corrosion, and permanently damage internal components.

Human perspiration can be surprisingly corrosive. Over time, sweat can work its way into a bicycle's frame and components, leading to seized bearings, frozen seatposts, corroded hardware, and other expensive problems. If you're someone who sweats heavily—especially if your riding clothes are covered in a white, salty residue after a ride—your bike may be at greater risk.

Take a close look at areas where sweat tends to collect, particularly around the headset, stem, top tube, and where it can run down into the seat tube. Indoor training is especially hard on bikes because there's no airflow to evaporate perspiration. If you spend a lot of time on the trainer, use a sweat guard or towel to catch perspiration, and always wipe your bike down after each ride.

Come on out for our weekly Saturday 8am no drop group ride. 30 and 45 mile options. (With 25 mile option if needed) Pace is based on who rides. This is meant to be a fun beginner level ride. (Note: the front half of the ride is hilly, but back half is flatter).

https://www.bikereg.com/we-shred-clt

We Shred CLT is a mountain bike celebration for women+ and girls! Whether you’re looking to progress, try a new trail, or connect with other rad women+ who ride, this event is for you!

Where: Beatty Park, Matthews, NC
When: Saturday, June 27 from 9am-4pm
(drop in or stay all day – full itinerary below)

Calling all women+ and girls who ride mountain bikes (or want to learn how): you're invited to We Shred CLT. Join pro downhill racer/ MTB skills coach/ mom Caroline Washam, a team of certified mountain bike skills coaches, and local community leaders for a chill day of doing what we all love: riding bikes, progressing on bikes, talking about bikes, and relaxing a little too.

Highlights
FREE EVENT for all Women+ and Girls!
FREE mountain bike skills clinics with certified women coaches!
Organized NO DROP group rides for all levels, from beginner to sender!
FOOD TRUCKS – we will have food for purchase during the event!
Swag goodies from our sponsors!
GOOD VIBES!

Itinerary
9am - Check in! Sign-ups for morning clinics and group rides open.
9:45am - Welcome chat with Caroline!
10am - Morning clinics depart. (Fundamentals, Cornering, Bridges/Skinnies)
10:30am - No-drop group rides depart.
12pm - Workshops/ Info Sessions/ LUNCH TIME
1pm - Afternoon clinics depart. (Fundamentals, Pumping, Rocks/Rolls/Drops)
1:30pm - No-drop group rides depart.
4:00pm - Collect phone numbers from new friends to plan your next ride! See ya later!

This was a fun build for us. Pinarello Dogma X with custom MyWay color package in Crystal White with gold foil accents and integrated Talon carbon stem and handlebar. Shimano Dura Ace 12 speed Di2 drivetrain, with CeramicSpeed bottom bracket and Silca waxed chain. To cap off this awesome ride we outfit it with a set of Princeton Carbon Works Wake 6560 Evolution II series wheels in gloss white on tan wall Vittoria Corsa Pro Control tubeless tires. We are very grateful for the privilege of putting together such an incredible piece of technology.

From a Gold award at the Taipei Cycle d&i Awards to rave media reviews across the globe, Giant Seek is redefining what a youth road bike can be. 🤩

In their statement, the Awards jury wrote: ‘Giant’s Seek is specially designed for young riders, striking a strong balance between specialized design and high-performance quality. By nurturing the next generation of cyclists, it supports industry growth and promotes a positive cycling culture, delivering a lasting impact on the future of the cycling community.

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Trail curious? The Liv Tempt is ready when you are. ⛰️

From dirt paths and gravel cut-throughs to weekend trail rides, this hardtail is built to help you ride with confidence wherever the day takes you. With stable handling, capable off-road control, and a versatile design, the Tempt feels just as at home on local trails as it does cruising around town.

Adventure starts the moment you leave the pavement ✨

The Liv Tempt