Road Tubeless Clincher Tires By Jim Weaver, Service Manager Fit Werx, Vermont Traditionally there have been two choices of wheel/tire combinations: tubular or clincher. Tubular tires and wheels provide superior ride quality and lighter weight than clincher wheels, however, tubulars were not as easy to mount or change as clinchers as they require glue (TUFO…
Dear Fit Werx Friends and Family As you may know, Fit Werx has long been a supporter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the MS150. Our involvement recently became more personal when my sister, Marleigh, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in May 2009. Some of you may have met or remember Marleigh from one of…
REVL, by the Hive, Brakeset Reviewed by Jim Weaver Service Manager, Fit Werx in Vermont REVL brakes are manufactured by The Hive (www.bythehive.com), a relatively local company to us in Massachusetts. These brakes feature full carbon calipers, with 7075 aluminum and titanium hardware. The single pivot design saves weight, and The Hive says that the…
By Mike Burris, Burris Logistics – Fit Werx Team Director I attended the Tour of the Battenkill as a spectator this year and as a support to the few Burris Logistics/Fit Werx riders that participated. One thing is for certain: it is a hard “bleep” race. I did enjoy watching and photographing, but I did…
Rear Derailleur Adjustment Fundamentals Adjusting the rear derailleur on a bicycle can be a daunting task. However, armed with an understanding of what the primary adjustments control, basic derailleur adjustments are not as complicated as they seem. Required Tools: Philips screwdriver #2 or 2.5mm hex (SRAM RED) 5mm Hex wrench Overview – The two primary…
HAWK RACING BOTTOM BRACKETS By Jim Weaver Service Manager, Fit Werx, Vermont Sometimes the best products show up out of the blue and from previously unknown sources – all it takes is someone to realize that something can be done better. Sven Folmer of Hawk Racing did just that when he realized that many of…
By Mike Burris, Burris Logistics – Fit Werx Team Director We have had one long, snowy winter. Skiing has been phenomenal. Bike riding…not so much. Everyone puts in the time on the rollers or trainer through the winter, but it is not the same. Bikes are not intended to stay in one place. They…
FELT Z5 Felt Bicycles “Z” series is Fit Werx’s most popular line of Felt road bicycles. The geometry of the “Z” series makes it a good choice for all-around versatility, whether for the serious racer, or recreational use, for many riders. The Felt Z5 is constructed with a full carbon fiber frame and fork and…
Please note that Fit Werx 2 in Peabody, MA will be closed on Saturday, March 19th for the Multisport World Expo. Please call 978-532-7348 or email marty@fitwerx.com and we will return your message when we return to the shop on Tuesday. Thank you, Marty
Q) It seems like the in-the-drops shifting position of SRAM shifters can’t be beat due to the flexibility of the shifter itself. For crit racing, this is obviously a huge advantage and I’ve been thinking about trying to ditch my Shimano equipment for a SRAM group. Plus, you can’t beat the price point on SRAM…
In addition to the seminar that Ian and Dean will be providing on bike fit and equipment selection for triathlon at 10:45 a.m. at the Multisport World Expo at M.I.T., there are other great seminars to note. Be sure to check out what is sure to be a great one from Will and Jason of…
Q) I just bought a 2010 Felt B2 and wanted to know if cleaning the chain with a chain cleaner box works just as good as taking the chain off and cleaning. Also, does riding at a slow cadence in a high gear stress the crank and cassette teeth more than riding a fast cadence? –…