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Over the last couple years, we know a lot of you may have found a new place to call home. With that, you may find yourself wondering where to ride. Our very own customer service rep Claire recently moved to Seattle, Washington and put together some tips on riding in a new location.

Performance, technology and style have always been cornerstones of cycling. We may not compete but we love the feel of a racing bike – an Orca that is light, fast and beautiful. Professional athletes, weekend warriors, Strava hunters and recreational riders all have similar aspirations – we love the machine as much as the lifestyle.

Team Chafing the Dream rode in the second annual Tour de Fort Sill on Saturday, September 25 and we had a blast! This event, put on by the US Army MWR, is one of the many activities the organization offers to maintain the morale, welfare, and recreation on bases.

Trail builders are the unsung heroes of mountain biking and we want to change that. Specialized Soil Searching is a movement to recognize, celebrate, and support the trail builders who help shape our sport and our stoke.

Your shoe-to-pedal interface is extremely important. It is one of only three contact points between you and your bicycle, but, unlike handlebars and saddles, your pedals convert your work to power. This is why it's worth spending some extra time to find the right system for you.

Base layers are not just for cold-weather riding. A thin, wicking top can help keep you cool and dry on even the hottest rides. Check out our tips for choosing the right summertime base layer.

Mark Cavendish, a professional road racing cyclist and one of the front runners in the 2021 Tour de France is a true cycling sensation. If you're looking for performance, here are some of the Specialized products that have helped propel him into cycling royalty.

The days are long, your fenders are off, and the mercury's high. Summer has arrived. The season of centuries and rambling epic adventures over tall mountains, rolling hills, and wide open roads. Excited? Us too! We've outlined some ideas for clothing, hydration, and nutrition to help you make the most of your summer rides.

Finding the right tires for the terrain is the most impactful and cost-effective upgrade you can make to your gravel bike; however, the choices can be overwhelming. Driven by the advent of tubeless systems and innovations in frame and rim specs, modern gravel tires are available in multiple wheel sizes, widths, treads, and casings.

Your shoe-to-pedal interface is extremely important. It is one of only three contact points between you and your bicycle, but, unlike handlebars and saddles, your pedals convert your work to power. This is why it's worth spending some extra time to find the right system for you.

New tires are the most impactful and cost-effective upgrade you can make to your bike, but recent advancements to design and materials have complicated a simple process.

A properly fitted saddle will painlessly lift you up, conform to your backside, and assist your movement. If your rides normally feature back pain or backside soreness, read on to learn how riding style, anatomy, aesthetics, and materials affect your saddle choice, and how to select a saddle specific to your needs.