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I have had the experience of training on a CANYON SPEEDMAX CF for more than 3 years.  With the launch of TARMACANDIRT I felt compelled to write a review of my experience.My CANYON SPEEDMAX CF did not come assembled because I took an early delivery of the frame, fork and handlebars, I purchased my own components, and assembled the bicycle.  Bicycle assembly typically reveals information about the design and manufacturing that is otherwise missed.  For example: are the holes clean, do the BB cups align, do the cables route through the bike without interference, are the press-fits and threads dimensional tolerances appropriate, or...

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As the famous, or rather infamous City of Las Vegas welcomes visitors, and begins to re-open I reflect on a time in the Spring of 2020 when the strip was like a ghost town. Overnight, everyone left. The Strip properties closed, and Las Vegas came to terms with the fact that Covid-19 was going to be a long-haul. As a 25-year Las Vegas resident and cyclist there was only one thing to do. Go for a bike ride on The Strip... The entire Strip. You may have seen images of big cities with empty streets, empty shops, and empty parks as...

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Finding alternative fitness routines to health clubs and outdoor cycling was a consideration for cyclists to maintain their fitness through the Coronavirus pandemic. Most cyclists have had to consider changes in their cycling behavior in the midst of the pandemic. One of the overarching considerations is whether to cycle on a road or trail or move to a stationary indoor venue. In some regions of the world cycling on a road or trail was restricted. If those restrictions applied to your region, then the decision was easy, and cycling inside or on a stationary bike was your only option. On the other...

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“A bicycle is my vehicle and coffee is my fuel”- Honoré de Balzac Traveling around-the-world with my bicycle, I've had the pleasure of experiencing many different coffee cultures, farmers, brands & roasts. Arriving back home, I've searched for the aromas and experiences that I've enjoyed on my travels. After decades of cycling, travel and coffee, I've created special roasts that remind me of my favorite experiences, and I think you will enjoy them. I invite you to experience the aroma, the flavor, and of course, the fuel of my very special freshly roasted coffee. You'll immediately notice the difference between typical premium...

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