12-12-12 Today Tiso Announces Their Electronic 12 Speed Group

Details are pretty thin, but I’m sharing the info that I have received so far. – Brian This is a road bike component group that consists of four elements: rear derailleur, front derailleur, cassette and shifters. The system is covered by five international patents and two international trademarks. Shifting operation is controlled via a wireless … Read more

Spotlight Shifter 3.0

As much as I really don‘t want to admit it, I drop everything. My phone is usually the unfortunate victim of my clumsy nature, but it’s not alone. Flashlights are far from safe when it comes to my dropping abilities. I have dropped and broken a couple of flashlights in my day, which is incredibly … Read more

CLIF Bar Seasonal Flavors

You’ve probably seen them in the stores, or if you’re a true CLIF fan, you’ve been actively seeking them out, and hoarding these limited edition flavors. I’m talking about the Iced Gingerbread, Peppermint Stick and Spiced Pumpkin Pie bars from CLIF. Because I’ve been good all year (wink, wink), the folks at CLIF were nice … Read more

Timbuk2 Power Commute Laptop Messenger Bag

Timbuk2 started out as a small company producing messenger bags in a garage in 1989. Ten years later, they had an online presence. Today, they’re one of the major players when it comes to bags for cyclists. Part of that is because unlike big companies operated by men in suits, Timbuk2 is run by everyday … Read more

Detours D2R Trunk Bag

The Detours D2R trunk bag was great from start to finish. It’s a convenient way to carry things both by bike and by hand, and The D2R’s many features provide multiple uses in all conditions whether for the long tour or short commute. At a svelte 1.4 lbs weight unloaded, it could almost be argued … Read more