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Gus Graspointner

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The Recliner of Bikes: Why Fat Bikes Trade Aesthetics for Utility

Dec 7, 2025

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4 min read

The Recliner of Bikes: Why Fat Bikes Trade Aesthetics for Utility

In a world of streamlined bikes and instant gratification, the slow, clunky fat bike offers a different, more sustainable kind of fulfillment.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Notes on Carriage Roads Beyond Acadia

Nov 28, 2025

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7 min read

Notes on Carriage Roads Beyond Acadia

My favorite networks in the North County and beyond.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Fall Riding at Highland Bike Park

Nov 10, 2025

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6 min read

Fall Riding at Highland Bike Park

Reasons why fall riding is my favorite and tips on how to make it more fun.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
How A Routine Ride Home Turned into an Unexpected Adventure

Oct 23, 2025

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8 min read

How A Routine Ride Home Turned into an Unexpected Adventure

Here is what happened.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Do Cyclists Care About How Their Bikes are Produced?

Oct 8, 2025

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4 min read

Do Cyclists Care About How Their Bikes are Produced?

Recent news on US Customs detaining bikes shipments and what it means for riders.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Inside My Experience Working In The World Cup DH Pits

Oct 6, 2025

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5 min read

Inside My Experience Working In The World Cup DH Pits

And the unexpected aspect that I enjoyed the most.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
My Broken Fat Bike Lesson

Oct 1, 2025

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5 min read

My Broken Fat Bike Lesson

I assumed the worst, and, despite an easy fix, it kept me from riding for weeks.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Riders Reactions of Full-sus Gravel Bike (Trek CheckOUT)

Sep 29, 2025

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6 min read

Riders Reactions of Full-sus Gravel Bike (Trek CheckOUT)

And my thoughts too.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Notes on Riding Ottawa

Sep 26, 2025

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10 min read

Notes on Riding Ottawa

Is riding a bike an art form?

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Cycling in Montréal Trip Report

Sep 24, 2025

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6 min read

Cycling in Montréal Trip Report

Riding around the city and watching the UCI road race. + News about the print magazine.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
The Spoke Tension Shift: More Intentional Rides, More Personal Stories

Aug 4, 2025

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5 min read

The Spoke Tension Shift: More Intentional Rides, More Personal Stories

A look at the future of this blog—and a new print project—that focuses on the stories behind the rides, not just the stats.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Are Self Powered Dropper post the Future for MTB

Jul 25, 2025

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3 min read

Are Self Powered Dropper post the Future for MTB

A new brand introduces a dropper that moves on its own, sparking curiosity about its mechanics and its potential to revolutionize how we ride.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Will The New 2026 UCI Equipment Regulations Influence the Bikes Recreational Riders Ride?

Jul 23, 2025

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3 min read

Will The New 2026 UCI Equipment Regulations Influence the Bikes Recreational Riders Ride?

Pro cycling's governing body is tightening handlebar regulations, sparking debate and potentially influencing the bikes we ride.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Why I am Feeling Burnt Out of Bikes.

Jul 22, 2025

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4 min read

Why I am Feeling Burnt Out of Bikes.

After Ironman week, I reflect on the endless pursuit of upgrades and the lost art of simply being present on two wheels.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
The Tubeless Tire Tango: Why Even Pros Check their Air Pressure at the Start Line

Jul 17, 2025

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3 min read

The Tubeless Tire Tango: Why Even Pros Check their Air Pressure at the Start Line

Unpacking the frustrating reality of high-performance tubeless road tires, and how managing expectations (and a pump) is key during Ironman week.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
A High Stakes, Last Minute Repair: How it Went and How I Felt While Doing the Work

Jul 16, 2025

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7 min read

A High Stakes, Last Minute Repair: How it Went and How I Felt While Doing the Work

Jump inside my mind as I breakdown the ups and downs of a repair job just days before the big race.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Decoding the Needs of the Tri-Bike: Kicking Off Ironman Week

Jul 15, 2025

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4 min read

Decoding the Needs of the Tri-Bike: Kicking Off Ironman Week

As the first wave of athletes descends on Lake Placid, we navigate complex machines and high expectations, setting the stage for a week of high-stakes repairs.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Upcoming This Week: How I Am Going to Share Stories From Our Busiest Week.

Jul 14, 2025

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2 min read

Upcoming This Week: How I Am Going to Share Stories From Our Busiest Week.

Join me as I write and share stories from behind the scenes of our shop during the week leading up to Ironman Lake Placid.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Are 32-Inch Wheels the Next 29er? The Return of the MTB Wheel Size Wars

Jul 11, 2025

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3 min read

Are 32-Inch Wheels the Next 29er? The Return of the MTB Wheel Size Wars

A prototype sighting ignites speculation about mountain biking's next big shift and the incentives driving innovation towards even larger wheels.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
Peacock's Tour de France Gamble: Why "The Move" is Sparking Backlash

Jul 10, 2025

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3 min read

Peacock's Tour de France Gamble: Why "The Move" is Sparking Backlash

Lance Armstrong's show is back on the air, but the cycling community's reaction highlights deep divisions and questions about platforming controversial figures.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
SRAM Acquired Ochian: Why it Matters, and How It Strengthens SRAM’s Positive Feedback Loop.

Jul 9, 2025

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5 min read

SRAM Acquired Ochian: Why it Matters, and How It Strengthens SRAM’s Positive Feedback Loop.

Analyzing SRAM's strategy of investing in innovation and leveraging scale to continually improve products, expand offerings, and outpace competitors.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
The Biggest Takeaway from Cervélo's New Bike is That They Are Scared of Asian Bike Brands.

Jul 8, 2025

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4 min read

The Biggest Takeaway from Cervélo's New Bike is That They Are Scared of Asian Bike Brands.

Why this is, and what it means for the cycling industry.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
A Systemic Fix for Cycling Safety: The Promise of Bike-to-Car Communication

Jul 3, 2025

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4 min read

A Systemic Fix for Cycling Safety: The Promise of Bike-to-Car Communication

Why individual responsibility isn't enough, and how cutting-edge tech from Eurobike aims to create a safer road environment for everyone.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
The USB-C E-Bike: Why Convenience is the Next Frontier for E-bikes

Jul 2, 2025

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3 min read

The USB-C E-Bike: Why Convenience is the Next Frontier for E-bikes

Here is why e-bikes for the urban cyclists are likely going to become less powerful and have less range.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
The Archetype of Abundance: Is Continental's Tire Strategy a Blessing or a Burden?

Jul 1, 2025

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4 min read

The Archetype of Abundance: Is Continental's Tire Strategy a Blessing or a Burden?

A deep dive into why Continental maintains such a diverse road tire lineup.

Gus Graspointner
Gus Graspointner
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