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Road vs. Gravel Bikes: The Best Bike for Your City, Budget, and Riding Style

Road vs. Gravel Bikes: The Best Bike for Your City, Budget, and Riding Style

Spring is here in most towns, and just round the corner (hopefully!) if you're in Calgary where I'm right now. If you’re thinking about investing in a first/new bike, and can't quite figure out whether to go with a road bike or

Hydraulic vs. Mechanical Disc Brakes vs. Cable Brakes: A Comprehensive Comparison

Hydraulic vs. Mechanical Disc Brakes vs. Cable Brakes: A Comprehensive Comparison

A week ago, I bought my first gravel bike—a Trek Checkpoint ALR 4 with mechanical disc brakes. Before making my decision, I did a ton of research and found strengths and weaknesses in all three brake types: hydraulic, mechanical, and rim brakes. So, here's my take on