Quick first impressions of the Newton Gravity III — a first run out reveals a noticeably more stable ride than earlier versions, with a fuller review to come after more quality mileage.
I just did my first run in the Newton running Gravity III. Right off the bat, they feel much more stable than it’s predecessors. I’ll have more feedback when I get some more quality mileage workouts in them.
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At a Glance With Ironman Florida approaching, I install the WheelBuilder Aero Jacket — a plastic disc cover that turns a standard rear wheel into an aero setup in about 15 minutes for a quick, affordable aerodynamic upgrade. HIGHLIGHTS Installed the WheelBuilder Aero Jacket on Easton EC90 tubular race wheels Simple install: remove cassette and…
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