Velo Podcast

Finding Speed for Less Money & the 150 km Wheelie World Record Explained


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Velo tech editors Alvin Holbrook and Josh Ross teach Levy how to find more speed on the cheap, from $1,000 wheels from China to relatively inexpensive power meters and aero helmets that make sense. The crew also lays out their budget speed-enhancing picks for $500, $250, $100, $50, and especially our favorite price point: zero dollars.

Alvin has been testing Factor's new Monza, which he argues is a "good value" at $7,200 USD when compared to other aero road bikes. He defends this claim by breaking down the specs, features, and ride impressions versus the competition.

Lastly, doing 150km is a big day on the bike for most of us, but can you imagine spending that entire time on only your rear wheel? Frenchman Oscar Delaite just broke the wheelie world record by doing exactly that, and the guys discuss their wheelie skills... or lack thereof.

Want to join Josh and Levy at their group ride? See the info here.

See previous episodes of the Velo Podcast here.

Further reading

  • Factor's Least-Expensive Road Bike Might Be Its Best. Here's Why.
  • The Wheelie World Record Is Absurdly Long
  • Mathieu van der Poel Just Ran an Insanely Fast 10K
  • Are You Taking High-Carb Too Far? Fueling Experts Warn against 800-Calorie Hype
  • ...more
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