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August 11, 2025
Unlocking the Meaning Behind Orbea’s Model Names

Orbea doesn’t just build bikes—they build legends.
Each model name in their lineup is tied to the brand’s Basque heritage, racing DNA, and design philosophy. From carbon road rockets to full-powered trail beasts, every name carries a story.

Let’s break down what’s behind names like Orca,...

August 8, 2025
Meet the Giant Anthem Advanced 4: Your XC Race Weapon

Meet the Giant Anthem Advanced 4: Your XC Race Weapon

If XC racing had a cheat code, this would be it.

The Giant Anthem Advanced 4 is a full-composite shred machine built to crush climbs, dominate technical singletrack, and keep you ahead of the pack. With race‑honed geometry,...

August 8, 2025
National Women’s Day: Celebrate Riding Designed for Women

National Women’s Day: Celebrate Riding Designed for Women

Today, we salute the women who ride with passion, precision, and purpose. Brands like Liv and SCOTT Contessa are creating bikes that embrace women’s natural strengths—shaping geometry, components, and suspension around real female riders. At Cycle Lab,...

July 31, 2025
Road Tyres: Types, Conditions & Top Picks

Road Bike Tyre Guide: Clincher vs Tubeless vs All-Season

1. Clincher Tyres

Best for: Most riders—ideal for everyday use, commuting, and training. Quick to change and easy to find.

How they...

July 30, 2025
MTB Tyre Guide: How to Choose the Right Tyres

MTB Tyre Guide: How to Choose the Right Tyres for Your Riding Style

Choosing the right tyres isn’t just about size—it’s about grip, speed, durability, and the terrain you ride. Whether you're racing XC, exploring local singletrack,...

July 28, 2025
Modernize Your Ride: The Ultimate Garmin Gear Guide

Modernize Your Ride: The Ultimate Garmin Gear Guide

Whether you're hammering solo road rides, pushing limits on singletrack, or chasing data-driven performance, the right tech makes all the difference. Garmin’s latest cycling lineup gives you more control, visibility, and insight than ever—no guesswork, no distractions. Here’s how to upgrade every part of your ride.

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July 28, 2025
Elevate Your Ride with the Wahoo TRACKR™ Radar Light

Upgrade Your Ride with the Wahoo TRACKR™ Radar Light

Wahoo Fitness doesn’t just make bike gear—it redefines what smart cycling looks like. The new Wahoo TRACKR™ Radar Light isn’t just a tail light; it’s a safety system, radar sensor, and Wahoo ecosystem upgrade in one...

July 25, 2025
USWE Hydration Packs: Locked In, No Bounce, All Performance

USWE Hydration Packs: Locked In, No Bounce, All Performance

When hydration matters just as much as speed, USWE delivers. Designed for athletes who can’t afford distraction, USWE hydration packs use their patented No Dancing Monkey™ (NDM) harness system to eliminate bounce and stay locked in, no matter the terrain. From moto to mountain, trail...

July 25, 2025
Orbea at Cycle Lab: 180 Years of Bold Reinvention and Riding

Orbea: 180+ Years of Grit, Reinvention, and Two Wheels

Some bike brands make bikes. Orbea makes history—on two wheels, every single day.

Before it was carving up mountain trails and dominating road races, Orbea was crafting firearms in the rugged hills of Spain’s Basque Country. That’s right—back in 1840, long before...

July 24, 2025
Built to Shred: The Garmin Edge MTB

Built to Shred: The Garmin Edge MTB GPS Cycling Computer

When you’re bombing down a technical descent, the last thing you want to worry about is your gear. The Garmin Edge MTB doesn’t flinch. It’s compact, rugged, and built like a tank with scratch-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass, ready...