Features

BMX: Escape, Freedom, Relief...
BMX: Escape, Freedom, Relief...
Three dots in the distance, bounced, swayed, and jumped as I pedaled along the bike path, heading home from work. The park, which follows a ravine and a river that... Read more...
In The News
In The News
Antonio Colombo, head of Columbus and Cinelli, is putting the final touches on a gallery exhibit of bicycles and art to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of Columbus tubing. Colombo... Read more...
Shimano RX8 Gravel Featherweight Racing Shoe Review
Shimano RX8 Gravel Featherweight Racing Shoe Review
Shimano's new RX8 Gravel racing shoe fills a gap in cycling shoe market and were a welcome change for me personally, as I was happy to remove my bulky, heavy... Read more...
In The News
In The News
A collection of stories, news and information that we thought you might find interesting and relevant. If you are cycling indoors and looking for entertainment that inspires, here's a compilation... Read more...
Ken Smith's Memoirs: Balmy days of the Balham CC
Ken Smith's Memoirs: Balmy days of the Balham CC
As spring nears and buds are on the trees, thoughts turn to club rides, racing for hill tops, stopping at coffee shops, and sprinting for town signs. Many of the... Read more...
Restoration Feature: 1970s Chris Chance Road Bicycle, USA
Restoration Feature: 1970s Chris Chance Road Bicycle, USA
The Chris Chance frame we recently restored was built in the late 70's by Chris. The story goes, that he built a couple of frames and then traveled across the... Read more...
Mariposa Feature: All-Road Dura-Ace Di2 Hydraulic Disc Bicycle
Mariposa Feature: All-Road Dura-Ace Di2 Hydraulic Disc Bicycle
Specifications: Tubing: Columbus with long point lugs Fork: Ritchey WCS Gravel Disc Fork Paint: Platinum with red, yellow and blue stripes Headset: Chris King NoThread Black Sotto Voce Front Derailleur:... Read more...
In The News
In The News
A collection of stories, news and information that we thought you might find interesting and relevant. Coronavirus in New York City has resulted in a surge in bicycling. Forward Thinking... Read more...
Cinelli Laser. Italy, 1984
Cinelli Laser. Italy, 1984
A short time after Antonio Colombo took over the management of the Columbus bicycle company, he introduced the Cinelli Laser, the design of which is revolutionary. Although the changes were... Read more...
Mariposa Feature: 29er Mountain Bike with Shimano XTR
Mariposa Feature: 29er Mountain Bike with Shimano XTR
Specifications: Frame: Columbus tubing, Fillet brazed. Fork: Rockshox SID Ultimate Carbon B4, Suspension Fork, 29'', DebonAir, 100mm, 1-1/8''-1.5'', 15x110mm Thru - Axle, Rake: 51mm, Black, Remote: Included Crankset: Shimano XTR... Read more...
In The News. March 11, 2020
In The News. March 11, 2020
A collection of stories, news and information that we thought you might find interesting and relevant. To be competitive, athletes must improve their skills, learn to play under pressure, persist... Read more...
Luke, Nestor & A long day in the saddle
Luke, Nestor & A long day in the saddle
In the neighbourhood, snow remained on the lawns in spots where the sun had yet to hit, or where it had been piled high after the last storm. Buds were... Read more...