UCI Top 10

At Bike War we look and drool over cool bikes, gear, the occasional video, all in a casual, lighthearted disposition.  Many of the bikes we showcase are probably N+1 bikes, or bucket list bikes.  We don’t claim to be authoritative on anything in particular.  And we certainly won’t get political about the going ons in the bike/cycling world. That being said, the sport’s governing/sanctioning body, … Continue reading UCI Top 10

Team Katusha

Although Russian-based Team Katusha had been competing as a UCI ProTeam since its inception in 2009, it was only a few weeks ago in February that the UCI granted a WorldTour licence for the 2013 season.  That’s a good progression, because as a ProTeam they have won two stages in the TdF. This year they continue to ride with Canyon bikes.  Depending on the stage, Canyon’s Ultimate … Continue reading Team Katusha

Get Smart, Get Rich?

One of my favourite running shirts says on the back, “If you see me collapse, pause my Garmin.”  And thousands of other anal-retentive, obsessive compulsive, runner and roadie gear junkies could relate and all nod in agreement.  Yes, that’s how hooked up many of us are to our Garmin, Polar, PowerTap, Quarg, Strava, or whathaveyou GPS-enabled/wireless/Bluetooth/ANT+ devices.  There’s always an app for that.   And post-ride/run, we’re … Continue reading Get Smart, Get Rich?