Tara Seplavy

2 weeks ago | bicycling.com | Tara Seplavy

Jump to:The Tariff LandscapeHow Duties Impact Bike PricingWays to SaveTaiwan, 32%; China, 34%; Vietnam, 46%; Cambodia, 49%. The new “reciprocal” tariff rates shook me because I know more than most other cycling journalists how it will impact bicycle, e-bike, and other cycling gear prices. The new “reciprocal” tariffs take effect on April 5 with across-the-board 10% duties on all imports. Individualized higher rates for specific countries of origin will kick in on April 9.

2 weeks ago | bicycling.com | Tara Seplavy

If you’re looking to purchase your first trail-capable mountain bike, or seeking a great deal on a new one, State Bicycle’s latest offering has the makings of a winner. With a nice frame, solid geometry, and good suspension, the 4130 Trail’s $1,499 base price allows riders to hit the trail confidently. The 4130 Trail is one of the most exciting new bikes of the spring. And with new tariffs hitting in the coming weeks, it will drive up bike prices.

3 weeks ago | bicycling.com | Tara Seplavy

Racers love lightweight bikes because they help maximize your effort—fewer wasted watts. Those watts add up throughout a daylong race; you want to conserve energy wherever possible to have power when needed. While aerodynamic gains ultimately surpass weight in many situations, lightweight bikes have a psychological grip on cyclists. However, not only professional racers benefit from light bikes; any cyclist riding long miles or spending many hours in the saddle can appreciate a lightweight bicycle.

3 weeks ago | bicycling.com | Tara Seplavy |Matt Phillips |Dan Chabanov

Trek Madone SL 5 GEN 8Canyon AeroadCervélo Caledonia 5Scott Addict RC ProBlackheart Road ALParlee OurayRoad is an expansive category covering everything from railtrail rides to racing, centuries to quick HIIT workouts, butter smooth tarmac to chip seal, and even some dirt road use. Road bikes can be featherweight, constructed with carbon fiber, and packed with electronic features, or they can be aluminum-framed and built for practicality with cable-actuated drivetrains and brakes.

3 weeks ago | bicycling.com | Tara Seplavy |Dan Chabanov |Bobby Lea

Aventon Level 3Co-op DRT e1.1Ride1Up CF Racer1Tern Quick Haul LongGazelle Medeo City T9Specialized Vado SL2BMC Roadmachine 01 AMP ONE🚲Electric bikes are the fastest-growing bicycle category. There is a good reason for this: e-bikes are super practical and a blast to ride. More riders than ever are choosing electric bikes as either their primary bicycle or supplementing their existing non-pedal assist bike.