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Posts by Bob Rogers
March 25, 2026 · Bob Rogers
(Updated July 22, 2026)
The Best Gravel Rides in Northern Italy
Five standout loop routes across the Dolomites, Prosecco Hills, Venice Lagoon, Asiago Plateau and Val d’Orcia (Siena) — with route stats, GPX files, seasonal advice and logistics for every ride.
May 29, 2025 · Bob Rogers
(Updated February 1, 2026)
Top 5 Questions About Road Bike Gearing & Shifting Answered
If you’ve been riding at least for a little while, you’ve probably had a problem with inadequate gearing or a dropped chain. In comparison to other actions taken on a bike such as braking, steering or pedaling, shifting is a bit more, shall we say, ‘shifty’.
February 20, 2025 · Bob Rogers
(Updated July 22, 2026)
Best Cycling Routes in the Dolomites: 5 Epic Bucket List Routes with GPX & Insider Tips
The Dolomites are widely recognized as a dream destination for cyclists. Having ridden there regularly for the last 10 years, I can definitely vouch for that: fantastic roads, unbelievable scenery, challenging but not impossible climbs, all steeped in Giro d’Italia lore...
November 15, 2024 · Bob Rogers
(Updated February 1, 2026)
Want to crush your next challenging cycling trip? You need to get S.M.A.R.T.
Yes, it’s really that simple.
I’ll start with a confession: I haven’t been on my bike for the last four days. I don’t have a good excuse. The weather was fine, I’m not suffering from any ailment, and I had the time. What I didn’t have, however, was a reason...