Tag: roadies
Gear Junkies rejoice! (Weight weenies beware!)
If you’re like us, we take the minimalist approach on our group rides – just take what you need, and little else – an extra tube, minimal tools, phone, and ATM card; good enough for century rides. But if you’re heading say, to Siberia, then this might interest you: the Swiss Army knife of Swiss Army knives: simply, the Giant. The specs: 87 tools for … Continue reading Gear Junkies rejoice! (Weight weenies beware!)
Manufacturer’s Showcase: Vandeyk Contemporary Cycles
Out of Germany is a small group of craftsmen, artisans, and bike builders headed by one Arendt van Deyk. They hand-build limited-run stainless-steel framed bikes, with top components from Enve Composites, Chris King, and Shimano. The Vandeyk Purple Blast has been showcased here on Bike War: This is their Nightstream. Shimano Di2 electronic shifting. Enve bars, stem, seatpost. And Enve wheels with Chris King hubs. … Continue reading Manufacturer’s Showcase: Vandeyk Contemporary Cycles
