PEPPERMINT Cycling Co. is the group of friends you wish you had. You want to ride bikes with them, chat with them, and share stories over lattes at the end of the ride. The sisters behind the brand wanted it that way. The company was founded by Michèle and Véronik Bastien, twin sisters overflowing with... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Velocio Ultralight Jersey
I've long been a fan of women's pro racing. It's not easy being a fan - hours spent combing the internet for race results, video highlights, an interview at least. I've followed the many team iterations of manager/owner Kristy Scrymgeour and even the late days of her own racing career. She launched Velocio Sports both to support... Continue Reading →
How Machines for Freedom was born from frustration…
I wish I had the woman-power of CyclingTips and Total Women's Cycling to bring you stories like this one first-hand but alas, I'm a one-woman show over here. So thanks to sites like these for being excellent resources. This story developed because CyclingTips is now selling Machines for Freedom in their Emporium. A Southern California... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Rapha Core Collection Jersey
Honestly, I don't even understand why Rapha introduced the Core Collection. In a 2015 interview with founder Simon Mottram, he was quoted as saying: "Some people love us, and some people don't like us, and that is fine," says Mr Mottram, the 49-year-old chief executive. "But our stuff is really good, and if someone is... Continue Reading →
dhb (Wiggle) Design Inspiration
This interview on the Wiggle blog is from the dhb designer Tom NoLastName on inspiration and design of the dhb lines of kit. Is it believable? Sure. Is Tom real? Dunno. I DO know that the dhb kit, especially the Blok range, is unbelievably comfortable, stylish, bold and fits better than anything (including kit twice... Continue Reading →
Strongher: Great Kit and Excellent Mission
Strongher is led by professional cyclists and a diverse and experienced network of ambassadors who want to connect the professional and grassroots worlds. The idea is to unify all the various global women’s cycling initiatives under a shared and common goal to continue the development of women’s cycling, giving women a stage to show themselves and... Continue Reading →
The N+1 Formula Applies to Clothing…
Oh man, I suffer from hand-wringing over purchases of expensive cycling kit and accessories all too often. I look over at my already overstuffed drawers and try to convince myself that I need something new or "different" and watch my wallet get smaller. The bloggers at Headset Press express this adroitly in their newest post,... Continue Reading →
Take a Closer Look at Pedla
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Father’s Day Sales
Many brands you know and love are celebrating Father's Day holiday and are posting sale prices and specials that we will keep track of here. Keep checking back for more updates and please comment below with additions you've seen. Café du Cycliste - free socks (excluding merino) with every jersey purchase until June 19 with code... Continue Reading →