Team Sky: A Story Of Cycling Dominance

Team Sky: British Cycling’s all-star supergroup, and the dominant cycling team in the world in the 2010s. What’s the story behind this team’s rapid climb to the top? And how did they launch British riders into Tour de France wins again and again? In this article, we’ll be telling the story of Team Sky and … Read more

The Oval Chainring Explained: Is Oval Better Than Round?

Oval chainrings (made by Rotor, AbsoluteBlack, Wolf Tooth) vary the effective gear during the pedal stroke — easier through the dead spots, harder through the power phase. Studies show 2-3% efficiency gains for some riders, with no benefit (or even discomfort) for others. Below, we explain the science, the brands, and whether oval rings are … Read more