Ethan Caldwell

If you’re getting into swimrun racing, you already know that a dedicated swimrun wetsuit makes a massive difference on race day. Unlike triathlon wetsuits, which are optimized purely for swimming, swimrun wetsuits are built for the unique demands of alternating between water and land. They feature front zippers that let you “cab down” (roll the … Read more

If you have ever cut a long ride short because your backside simply could not take any more, you are not alone. Saddle discomfort is the number one reason cyclists abandon endurance rides, and the difference between a saddle that punishes you and one that carries you comes down to a handful of critical design … Read more

Finding the best running shoes for big guys is not as simple as grabbing the most cushioned option on the shelf. When you are carrying extra weight, your footwear needs change dramatically. I learned this the hard way after going through three pairs of standard trainers in six months, wondering why my knees ached and … Read more

I have spent the last three months riding electric mountain bikes across every trail I could find. From rocky descents in the Santa Monica Mountains to fire road climbs in the Santa Susana range, these e-MTBs changed how I think about trail riding. Electric mountain bikes for trails are no longer just for beginners. Our … Read more

Getting lost on a century ride taught me a lesson I will never forget. I had been using my phone for navigation, but the battery died at mile 62, leaving me stranded on unfamiliar gravel roads. That was three years ago, before I started testing dedicated bike computers with maps. Since then, our team has … Read more

When the water temperature climbs past 70 degrees Fahrenheit, a full-sleeve wetsuit goes from helpful to suffocating in a hurry. I learned this the hard way at a July Olympic-distance race in Austin, where I spent the entire 1500m swim fighting the urge to rip my suit off mid-stroke. That experience sent me on a … Read more

Finding the best frame bags for gravel bikes transforms how you approach every ride. I learned this the hard way during my first multi-day gravel adventure. My pockets bulged with snacks, tools, and a phone that kept digging into my thigh on every climb. After that trip, I started testing frame bags seriously. That was … Read more

Staying active as we age gets harder, but it does not have to mean giving up the joy of cycling. I have watched my own parents struggle with traditional bikes, dealing with joint pain and balance concerns that made riding feel more like a chore than a pleasure. That changed when they discovered electric bikes … Read more

Getting lost on a remote gravel road 40 miles from home taught me one thing the hard way. Your phone is not a reliable navigation tool for serious cycling. I had 12% battery left, no cell signal, and a setting sun. That was the day I started testing bike computers for navigation. Over the past … Read more

Finding the right triathlon wetsuit changed everything for me when I completed my first ocean swim at the Nautica Malibu Triathlon. I remember standing at the starting line, terrified of the cold Pacific water, until I realized my wetsuit was doing exactly what it should. It kept me warm, positioned my body correctly, and gave … Read more