Just when we started to think the bike industry was moving toward do-it-all road race bikes, we then get word that it’s all about to change once again. Dedicated aero bikes never entirely left, but as you’ll hear from the geeks, they’re very much coming back.

This week, Ronan Mc Laughlin, Suvi Loponen, Brad Copeland, and Dave Rome are all on the pod to discuss the latest new bikes and what is driving these trends. You’ll learn about the biggest dos-and-don’ts in using a torque wrench, plus the geeks answer a few “Ask a Wrench” questions from Escape members.

Enjoy!

Time stamps:

1:30 - Spotting bikes in the wild is getting easier
5:00 - Colnago’s big investment in the new Y-Series is unapologetically for the pros
14:20 - On our minds: Dedicated aero bikes are coming back in a big way and sharing our preferences
25:00 - PSA: Proper usage of torque wrenches
41:30 - Schwalbe’s new gravel range of tyres
44:00 - Trek launches a tyre recycling program in the USA
46:15 - Ask a Wrench: Removing stubborn tyres on the road
53:00 - Ask a Wrench: Wear on metal steerer tubes
59:00 - Ask a Wrench: Tyre inserts for XC racing
1:06:00 - Geek Warning awards next week