Local transit agencies offering free rides for Election Day

From KTLA.com

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Local transit agencies will be providing free rides and other offerings to make voting easier on Election Day.

LA Metro will provide free rides on all services, including buses, trains, bikes and the Metro Micro program in an effort to support voter turnout.

The free fare initiative, which runs from midnight to 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, is designed to ensure that transportation is not a barrier to voting on Election Day.

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Chainlinks, Frame Protection And Commuter Pedals

Another episode of Tech Clinic is here! In this installment, we will discuss the best method for finding the right size cycling shoes, the difference between using a quick link, a joining pin, or opening and reconnecting the chain with a chain tool. We’ll also cover what happens if you inflate your TPU inner tube with CO2 or an electric mini pump, the best clipless system for commuting in the city, and explain the differences in results provided by online pressure calculators. Additionally, do we recommend using chain oil for long rides on waxed chains? We discuss the care of a carbon bike from UV rays, the limitations of Zwift for beginners, and offer tips for keeping your bike scratch and scuff-free?

Best gravel bike pedals 2024

From BikeRadar.com

By Katherine Moore

Investing in a set of the best gravel bike pedals can make a world of difference to your riding, improving power transfer and impacting the overall feel of your gravel bike.

The gravel market has grown considerably in recent years and we now have dedicated gravel shoes, tyres and even handlebars. But the best gravel bike pedals are by and large mountain bike pedals.

There are two main reasons for this. Mountain bike pedals are good at shedding dirt, so won’t struggle to clip in on a muddy ride. They also make walking easier because the small, two-bolt cleats can be recessed into the soles of your shoes.

Image courtesy of Favero

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Best cycling gilets 2024: Vests to keep you warm and protect you from the wind

From CyclingNews.com

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A cycling gilet or vest can add warmth on changeable days and keep you warm if you want less bulk on the bike

A cycling gilet, or a vest if you are in the US, can provide a really useful addition to your cycling wardrobe. The lightweight, sleeveless design of a gilet means that it can be packed down small for jersey pocket storage and pulled on and off multiple times on a ride to keep the wind at bay or just keep you that little bit warmer. Heavier weight gilets can also do an excellent job of keeping your core warm and comfortable but allowing you to wear less and stay a little more aero, less restricted and faster feeling on the bike.

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The Fastest Year In Cycling History?! & Other Crazy 2024 Season Stats

The 2024 season as a whole had the highest average cycling speeds on record. Conor dives into the most interesting facts and wildest stats from this year, covers all the action from the British Hill Climb Championships, cyclocross results, the latest transfer buzz, and tries his best to predict the Tour de France route before tomorrow’s big reveal!