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Self-Supported Riding Tips
We’re all used to going out on rides by ourselves, on roads we are familiar with. Most of us are also used to riding on unfamiliar roads in fully supported events. But riding on unfamiliar roads, without active support requires a bit more preparation, especially in...
What is a Randonnée?
Randonnée, used as a noun, functionally translates as “an excursion” in French; it can refer to hiking, cross country skiing or cycling. In cycling, Randonneuring is a long-distance aspect of the sport, where the participants must be self-sufficient. It started in...
The Story Behind the Sourland Semi-Classic Logo
While the world watches the monuments, the true fans also follow the Semi-Classics. When we launched the Sourland Semi-Classic we wanted to create a unique logo, but it dawned on us that it would be more fun to steal something instead…We often abbreviate our event...
What’s a Semi-Classic?
The term Spring Classic gets thrown around a lot these days, but what does it really mean?While many people in the cycling community use the term Spring Classics and Monuments interchangeably, they are, in fact, two distinct kinds of races. Unlike multi-stage races...
Tires: Choices, Choices, Choices
One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is, “What tires should I ride at the Hell of Hunterdon and Fools Classic?” It isn’t an easy question to answer. Why? A lot of it comes down to the capabilities of the rider, and what your bike can accommodate....
How Adding 20 grams Can Save You 665
That’s a bold statement, and is meant to get your attention. It also happens to be true. In a cycling world where watts/kilogram and once exotic materials are commonplace, many cyclists make component selections based upon weight, fashion trends, and “high tech” in...