How the World’s Most Advanced Bike Research Lab Measures Bicycle Comfort
Bicycle comfort has received more attention in recent years, and Trek's Research Lab is taking the science of comfort to another level.
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Lab Test Shows More Seatpost Compliance Makes Road Bikes Faster
Research suggests that seatpost compliance can actually make road bikes faster and more comfortable for long rides.
29 vs 32″ Bikes: Do Bigger Wheels Really Increase Comfort?
When we move to larger wheel diameters, vibration transmitted through the bike often decreases. So, does this hold up for 32" bikes too?
Cane Creek eeSilk Stem Review: High Performing, But Is Lockout Really Necessary?
The Cane Creek eeSilk stem offers greater comfort than a regular stem on bumpy roads, while a lockout switch can firm it up for tarmac sections.
Cane Creek eeSilk+ Seatpost Review: Master of Road and Gravel Surfaces!
The Cane Creek eeSilk+ suspension seatpost is one of the best ways to improve bike comfort, as it reduces strain before it reaches your body.
Gravel Bike Comfort Test: Suspension Fork vs Tyre Width vs Tyre Pressure
In a gravel bike comfort test, does lowering tyre pressure, increasing tyre width, or using a suspension fork make the most difference?
Are Suspension Seatposts Slowing You Down? Lab Test Reveals the Truth
Have you ever stopped to wonder how much energy a suspension seatpost actually absorbs - and whether any of it is costing you speed?
BMC URS AMP LT Review: The Ultimate Full-Suspension Gravel eBike?
The BMC URS AMP LT is a gravel eBike designed to tackle rough terrain and steep climbs.
Why More Handlebar Flex Doesn’t Always Mean More Comfort (Lab Test)
It’s easy to assume that more handlebar flex should lead to a smoother, more comfortable ride. But recent testing suggests otherwise.
Do Berd Spokes Really Improve Comfort? A Scientific Look at Steel vs String Spokes
Many riders describe wheels built with Berd spokes as feeling smoother and more forgiving than those with steel spokes. But are they really?