Ortlieb offered a sneak peek at the 2018 Seat-Pack M and Handlebar-Pack S at this year's Sea Otter Classic. They were tested beforehand; here's the scoop. Source: 2018 Ortlieb Seat-Pack M and Handlebar-Pack S - BIKEPACKING.com
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Latitude 45 is a bicycle and fitness store located in beautiful Petoskey, Michigan! Our friendly, professional staff is ready to help you find the right solution for your fitness, transportation, competitive racing or family fun needs!
Top Ten Reasons to Ride the Highlander
A message from the Managing Director of Awesomeness himself, we present to you the top ten reasons you should be racing the Highlander (in no particular order). 1. Like climbing? We have nearly 2400 feet of climbing for the long race. 2. Like descending? What goes up must come down! The orange trail has over … Continue reading Top Ten Reasons to Ride the Highlander
Bike Commuting Tips Part 2
If you missed Part 1 check it out! With the Emmet County Smart Commute just a few weeks away we thought it would be great to share some of our thoughts and tips about commuting. Our staff has several year-round bike commuters and all of us ride to work regularly in the summer. If you … Continue reading Bike Commuting Tips Part 2
Bike Commuting Tips Part I
With the Emmet County Smart Commute just a few weeks away we thought it would be great to share some of our thoughts and tips about commuting by bike. Our staff has several year-round bike commuters and all of us ride to work regularly in the summer. If you would like to change your commute … Continue reading Bike Commuting Tips Part I
The Giro Privateer R: A Long-Term Love Affair
Through 7 months of use, the Privateer R from Giro has not let me down. With its stiff nylon outsole, grippy rubber lugs, and very comfortable upper, my experience with the shoe has been very enjoyable. Fit: Fit varies from rider to rider, but for me these shoes took some time to break in I’d … Continue reading The Giro Privateer R: A Long-Term Love Affair
The Joy of Women’s Cycling Skills Clinics
By Karen Wright When asked to do a blog about women's bike clinics I was happy to oblige. A big part of the women's clinics are the support and camaraderie that women share with each other. There is nothing more empowering then a group of women working together to learn and support other women in the … Continue reading The Joy of Women’s Cycling Skills Clinics
Behold The Wednesday
By Greg Fuller Since Surly Bikes released the Pugsley back in 2010, the term “Fatbike” (a bike with 4+ inch wide tires) has entered into the lexicon of many bike enthusiasts. Much has been made of their utility as winter bikes, capable of rolling through the white stuff like no bike had before. The Pugsley … Continue reading Behold The Wednesday
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