Sam Anderson, Author at Bikerumor

3D-printed Titanium Makes the POC Elicit Ti Sunglasses 1g Lighter

POC recently announced its “lightest sunglasses ever,” a titanium wire rig that beats its predecessor on the scale by one gram. Yes, just one gram.…

Written by Sam Anderson June 06, 2023

Keegan Swenson Chugs Gas Station Hot Dogs Ahead of Unbound

If you’re not psyched on the cycling truism that junk food is valid nutrition for any purpose, you’re missing out. Just ask Swenson.

Written by Sam Anderson May 31, 2023

Wolf Tooth Introduces New eBike Chainrings for Shimano & Trek TQ Motors

Wolf Tooth direct mount chainrings for Shimano eBike motors have a 55mm chainline and are compatible with many Boost and Super Boost bikes.

Written by Sam Anderson May 26, 2023

TranzX Announces $499 Wireless Dropper Post

The 30-year-old component company today released its EDP01 wireless dropper post. The unit is the only wireless setup in its dropper array. In a press…

Written by Sam Anderson May 26, 2023

Shimano Preps for Unbound w/ Flint Hills Edition RX6 & RX8 Gravel Shoes

Three entries of the Flint Hills shoes riff on the sunrise, sunset, and moonlight that blanket Kansas when Unbound descends on it each June.

Written by Sam Anderson May 22, 2023

Rossignol Super Heretic Calls Back 1994 Skis, with new Limited Edition Enduro Bike

Turn up the saturation and queue up the retro smash dance hits. This Rossignol Super Heretic enduro bike channels the early 90s all day long.

Written by Sam Anderson and Cory Benson May 17, 2023

Take a Hot Lap & Try On Handup’s First Women’s Specific MTB Shorts

The HandUp Hot Lap is built for anyone who thought AT Plus were good shorts -now a women’s specific cut with pockets that “actually work!”

Written by Sam Anderson May 15, 2023

Grinduro California Ride Extends Registration, Skirts the Snow

Register for Grinduro, Mt. Shasta’s “maxin’ and relaxin'” style gravel and singletrack race, until May 15.

Written by Sam Anderson May 10, 2023

Beskar Bike? GT Pro Performer Mandalorian Edition Roars Into the Galaxy

Whether or not you give a Bantha crap about Star Wars or even sci-fi, the GT Pro Performer 29 is a looker.

Written by Sam Anderson May 04, 2023

Rapha ‘Excess’ Collection is Made from 100% Scrap Fabric, Unless You’re Pro

Rapha pulls together the Excess collection from scraps, those “unavoidable” results of making apparel, it said in a press release.

Written by Sam Anderson May 04, 2023

Riding a Bike to the Met Gala in White Pants? Belt Drive Saves the Day

Everyone says you shouldn’t wear white pants after Labor Day, but what about white pants on a bike? Seems like if you have a belt…

Written by Sam Anderson May 03, 2023

ENVO Stax is THE eBike for Millennials and Gen Z?

ENVO says the Stax is an eBike that’s just trying to be a normal bicycle. You read that correctly. “ENVO Stax is designed to provide…

Written by Sam Anderson May 01, 2023

Zwift Coffee Stops, Teleportation Coming Soon

Can you soon teleport, Seth Brundle style, with Zwift (ideally without morbidly gross results)? No. But, your in-game avatar can.

Written by Sam Anderson May 01, 2023

Cannondale Adventure Neo Allroad is More Rugged to Assist in Adventure

Cannondale’s new hub-drive eBikes take aim at getting riders anywhere and everywhere — with a platform it touts as durable at a low price point.…

Written by Sam Anderson April 25, 2023

Küat Drops Adventure Goodies For Truck Owners at Sea Otter

Need to break out of a long winter with a big bike adventure in your pickup? Check out Küat’s fresh gear.

Written by Sam Anderson April 20, 2023

Set it and Forget it With Gazelle eBikes’ Automatic Gearing

Gazelle dropped a new lineup of e-bikes. The step-through designs are mainly aimed at commuters and casual long-distance riders.

Written by Sam Anderson April 19, 2023

ENVE Loam & Range Collection ‘Must Be Magic,’ Brand Says

Check out the ENVE Loam & Range Collection, new this month for mountain bikers and gravel riders of all kinds.

Written by Sam Anderson April 17, 2023

Beach, Please: Check Out Handup’s Wild Spring 2023 Looks

This spring’s Handup offerings are part beach party, part Asleep at the Wheel, and part dinosaur land. RAWRRR!

Written by Sam Anderson April 05, 2023

PEARL iZUMi Summer Cycling Apparel is Ready to Bloom

PEARL iZUMi lands new jersey and bib short sets for men and women just ahead of summer — plus two fresh patterns of men’s and…

Written by Sam Anderson March 29, 2023

TIME Bicycles Announces US’ Largest Carbon Fiber Bike Factory in South Carolina

If you’re interested in a U.S.-based job or career laying up carbon fiber on bikes, you might want to make your way to Spartanburg County,…

Written by Sam Anderson March 24, 2023

SCICON Cuts Astana Contract Over ‘Ethics’: Mark Cavendish Won’t Wear Its Glasses

SCICON has dropped the entire Astana team from its sponsorship roster. That’s because the recently-signed Mark Cavendish will not wear the Italian sunglasses — instead…

Written by Sam Anderson March 23, 2023