A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Tubular vs. Clincher Wheels What are the pros and cons of tubular vs. clincher tires?I’ve heard that tubular tires ride better, but the gluing process sounds annoying and time consuming. Chris, e-mail Hi Chris, This question has been a point of debate for years.Interestingly, […]Read More

We want to build out the online store that you want and your input and help would be much appreciated.   The linked survey will take about five minutes and you’ll be entered in a contest to win a pair of Zipp 404 wheels in 2010.    Thank you for the help!Read More

Greg Guarriello!  A big congratulations to Greg for winning our Zipp 404 wheelset.  Fit Werx decided to give away the 404 wheelset to a customer who is signed up for our newsletter and/or RSS feed and Greg won. If you aren’t signed up for the RSS feed make sure you do.  You’ll receive updates and […]Read More

View additional articles and posts on Zipp Wheels. Few companies have established themselves as category leaders the way that Zipp has in the performance race/event wheel segment. While it may seem like much of this success was a by-product of making strong marketing decisions and having a trendy product, what we like about Zipp is […]Read More

Manufacturer Profile: Mavic Review Location: Metz Tessy, France Number of Employees: A significant number. Materials Used: Carbon and Aluminum. Point of Origin: France. Year Started: 1890. First aluminum bicycle rim produced in 1926. Unique Attributes: The words “bicycle wheels” and Mavic are almost synonymous. Mavic is one of the oldest (since 1890) and most respected […]Read More

Manufacturer Profile: Easton Wheels Review Like Mavic, a lot of wheel innovations, now commonly used by many of their competitors, can be credited back to an innovation found in early  Easton/Velomax wheels. Some examples: • Mass use of straight-pull hub and spoke design. • Nickel/brass spoke nipples on the drive side rear wheel spokes to […]Read More

We have 2009 products coming in each week now and I don’t think we have been more excited about anything we have received than the new additions from Mavic. They have expanded their offerings this year with new wheel models, shoes, a very technical clothing line, updated computers, and pedals (available after the new year). […]Read More

A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine I want to get a new bike with Shimano’s Dura Ace components and with Zipp 404 race wheels. The problem is that I can’t afford both. Am I better off getting the race wheels and downgrading to Ultegra on the components or should I […]Read More

A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine I have a pair of race wheels that I have been using on my 9 speed bike for a couple years. Do I have to get new wheels when I get a new 10 speed bike or can I modify my current ones to […]Read More

How Often Should I Have My Bike Fit Checked? Bike fit is as static or dynamic as you are.  Things can change and your fit should change with them.  Some of the reasons a fresh check on your riding position may be in order include the following: Your riding habits have changed – frequency, distance, […]Read More