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Category: ROAD BIKING

My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: The Ultimate Bike Setup for 300km and 3300m of Climbing
LOGBOOK ROAD BIKING 

My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: The Ultimate Bike Setup for 300km and 3300m of Climbing

On : August 20, 2025September 4, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

This summer has been all about testing and refining my setup to make sure Iโ€™ll have the perfect rig for the Race Across Quรฉbec. Since the event requires us to be self-sufficient and to minimize stopping as much as possible, every detail…

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Pro Tips to Conquer the Race Across Quebec: Expert Advice One Week Before the Start
EVENTS ROAD BIKING 

Pro Tips to Conquer the Race Across Quebec: Expert Advice One Week Before the Start

On : August 14, 2025August 29, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

The Race Across Quรฉbec returns for its second edition, bringing riders face-to-face with one of the toughest ultra-distance cycling challenges in Canada. Covering hundreds of kilometers across diverse terrain, it demands not only physical strength but also sharp strategy and mental resilience….

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My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: WTB Expanse 700×32 Review After 2500 km of Real-World Testing
REVIEWS ROAD BIKING TIRES 

My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: WTB Expanse 700×32 Review After 2500 km of Real-World Testing

On : July 29, 2025July 29, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

Finding the right tire for the Race Across Quebec was a key step in my preparation. I needed something that would roll fast on pavement but still offer enough comfort and grip for light gravel sections. After testing a few options, the…

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My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: Training Ride on the Official 200 km Loop
LOGBOOK REVIEWS ROAD BIKING 

My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: Training Ride on the Official 200 km Loop

On : July 22, 2025July 22, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

As part of my preparation for the Race Across Quebec, I decided to ride the full 200 km loop proposed by the organizers. Why? It offered the perfect opportunity to preview the elevation profile relative to the distance. It also gave me…

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Vision Metron 45 SL TL Disc Review: Fast, Versatile, and Race Proven
COMPONENTS COMPONENTS GRAVEL BIKING REVIEWS ROAD BIKING 

Vision Metron 45 SL TL Disc Review: Fast, Versatile, and Race Proven

On : July 7, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

When Full Speed Ahead reached out to get my insights on the Vision Metron 45 SL TL Disc wheelset, I was immediately intrigued. After all, weโ€™re talking about the very wheels that powered riders to victory at Unbound Gravel 2024 and clinched…

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My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: The 10 Commandments with David Proulx
LOGBOOK ROAD BIKING 

My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: The 10 Commandments with David Proulx

On : June 2, 2025August 29, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

As part of my preparation for the Race Across Quรฉbec, I sat down with David Proulx, co-organizer of the event, to distill everything we’ve learned, experienced, and witnessed into a single list. What started as a casual conversation turned into something more…

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My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: My LCKD N LDED Scotch version 1
LOGBOOK ROAD BIKING 

My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: My LCKD N LDED Scotch version 1

On : February 27, 2025June 3, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

I am beyond excited to introduce the brand-new LCKD N LDED Scotch 2025, their flagship bike, freshly assembled in their Laurentian workshop, designed to combine versatility and performance for many years to come. As you know, LCKD N LDED builds custom bikes…

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My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: Setting the Goal
LOGBOOK ROAD BIKING 

My Journey to the Race Across Quebec: Setting the Goal

On : February 20, 2025June 3, 2025- by Jonathan Allen-

As I reflect on 2024, Iโ€™m proud to have completed 10,000 km of riding. However, one thing stands out: I didnโ€™t truly push myself beyond my comfort zone. Most of the year, I stayed within familiar boundaries, but when I did venture…

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๐—ช๐—ง๐—• ๐—ด๐—ผ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ, ๐—ณ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ The all-new WTB ๐—ช๐—ง๐—• ๐—ด๐—ผ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ, ๐—ณ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ

The all-new WTB CGR i28 carbon gravel wheelset combines a 40 mm deep carbon rim with a 28 mm internal width, designed around todayโ€™s wider 45 to 54 mm gravel tires.

Add the new Frequency 7X hubs, bigger bearings and a race-tested ratchet system, and WTB has packed plenty of new technology into its latest carbon gravel wheelset.

Read the full article by clicking on the link in our bio.
Maxime put The North Face Menโ€™s Valley View Jacket Maxime put The North Face Menโ€™s Valley View Jacket to the test in real-world conditions, from everyday wear to outdoor use in variable weather. Built as a versatile layer for hiking and daily life, this jacket was evaluated where comfort, performance, and adaptability really matter.

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Jonathan tested the new SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 13-spe Jonathan tested the new SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 13-speed groupset in real-world gravel conditions.

From shifting performance to braking control and overall ride feel, the system was put through a proper range of terrain to see how it performs where it matters most. Thereโ€™s quite a bit to unpack on this latest update from SRAM.

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When SRAM and Zipp asked Jonathan to review their When SRAM and Zipp asked Jonathan to review their Rival XPLR groupset and 303 S wheelset, it was the perfect opportunity to assemble his โ€œrace gravelโ€ build to tackle the Gravelooza and OG Classique. 

Here are the specs of his 2026 LCKD N LDED Scotch:

๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€
โ€ข Wheels: ZIPP 303 S carbon wheels with tire pressure sensors
โ€ข Tires: WTB Resolute 700x50
โ€ข Saddle: WTB Silverado

๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐˜
โ€ข Handlebar: FSA K-Wing AGX carbon
โ€ข Stem: FSA SL-K SCR
โ€ข Seatpost: FSA SL-K SB20 carbon
โ€ข Shifters: SRAM Rival E1 AXS

๐——๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป
โ€ข Rear Derailleur: SRAM Rival XPLR AXS
โ€ข Cassette: SRAM Rival XPLR 10-46 13-speed
โ€ข Chain: SRAM

๐—–๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ธ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐˜
โ€ข SRAM Rival 42T with power meter

Reviews will follow during the season.
Yesterday, during the Montreal Bike Show, the conf Yesterday, during the Montreal Bike Show, the conference on the Race Across Quรฉbec took place. Jonathan was invited to share his experience from the 300 km in 2025 as well as his goal for the 2026 โ€œRAQ,โ€ which is the 500 km.

 It was a great conference, enjoyable, informative, and without pretension.

Here is a 15% promo code if you want to register OFF15RAQALLDAY

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Jonathan Allen takes a closer look at the ๐—๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ฏ Jonathan Allen takes a closer look at the ๐—๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐˜ ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ท๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜, LCKD N LDEDโ€™s latest XC gravel bike build. Can this setup, banned for Leadville 100 2026, truly perform across trails and gravel roads?

Read the full article by clicking on the link in our bio
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WTB ๐—ด๐—ผ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ, ๐—ณ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ

The all-new WTB CGR i28 carbon gravel wheelset combines a 40 mm deep carbon rim with a 28 mm internal width, designed around todayโ€™s wider 45 to 54 mm gravel tires.

Add the new Frequency 7X hubs, bigger bearings and a race-tested ratchet system, and WTB has packed plenty of new technology into its latest carbon gravel wheelset.

Read the full article by clicking on the link in the comments.
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