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September 24, 2020
Introducing Ekar—The Campagnolo 13 Speed Gravel Debut
Do an internet search for the best gravel drivetrain and you're bound to see two names show up. Sram and Shimano. The configurations may vary—the number of speeds, a mix and match of product families, the technology of the system—but for dirt, it always comes down to the two of...
Derek Yarra
September 18, 2020
Bike of the Week: A Pair of Ti Provas Part 2 - A Purple Fade Rim Brake Racer
Happy Friday everyone and welcome to the second installment on this incredible pair of titanium Prova Speciale builds. Last week we showcased the green disc build which means it's time to feature it's anodized rim brake counterpart. While there are many details the bikes share in common, they're still both very...
Derek Yarra
September 11, 2020
Bike of the Week: A Pair of Ti Provas Part 1 - A Racing Green Disc Machine
We're excited to bring you all a special treat. A double feature of two custom Provas. The first titanium Speciales to grace our workshop. They share much in common, but are uniquely their one. One painted, one anodized. One disc, one rim. Equally stunning in their own right. Kicking the party...
Derek Yarra
September 03, 2020
Bike of the Week: A Stealthy Black AXS Evil 29er
As we move into the final stretch of summer, there's no better time to take to the trails and explore Mother Nature across ribbons of single track. This week we share our latest full-squish machine. An all black Evil Following, built up with a balanced cross country trail approach to...
Derek Yarra
August 31, 2020
The Above Category TDF Summer Challenge
The Tour? In September? Things sure are different this year, but we’re excited to see the quest for the yellow jersey carry on. To celebrate the festivities, we’re throwing a TDF Summer Challenge. For each week of the race, we’ll share a route here in Marin inspired by various stages...
August 27, 2020
Bike of the Week: A Lime Green Titanium Steed
The beauty of bicycles is their simplicity. While modern performance bikes can be a complex thing, they don't always have to be. Here at AC we'll always be passionate for the builds that keep things to the essentials of what makes a stellar, thrilling ride. This week, we celebrate just that. A timeless...
Derek Yarra
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Gallery
September 24, 2020
Gallery: Our Mosaic GT-1 Campagnolo Ekar Test Bike
Frame: Mosaic GT-1 45 Cockpit: Deda 100 Gravel Saddle: Form Cycling Throne RS Ti Drivetrain: Campagnolo EKAR 1x13 Wheels: Campagnolo Shamal Carbon Tires: René Herse Oracle Ridge 700x48c For our full review of the new Campagnolo Ekar gravel drivetrain, head to the journal here.
Derek Yarra
September 18, 2020
Gallery: A Pair of Ti Prova Speciales
Bike 1 Frame: Prova Speciale Titanium disc-brake Cockpit: Black Inc Saddle: Cadex Drivetrain: Campagnolo Super Record EPS Wheels: Enve 4.5AR rims, White Industries CLD hubs Tires: Vittoria Corsa Control TLR Bearing Upgrades: Ceramicspeed coated derailleur pulleys, bottom bracket, and hub bearings. Full bike details can be found here. Bike 2 Frame: Prova Speciale Titanium rim-brake Cockpit: Black Inc...
Derek Yarra
September 15, 2020
Gallery: An Orange AXS Open WIDE
Frame: Open WIDE Cockpit: Enve G series / aero Saddle: Form Throne RS Drivetrain: Sram Force / XX1 AXS Mullet w/ Quarq powermeter Wheels: Enve G27 Tires: René Herse Juniper Ridge Extralight
Derek Yarra
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