Lennard Zinn
VeloNews
Boulder, CO, United States
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VN tech ticker: UAE Team Emirates riding ENVE, Uvex returns to WorldTour, new Feedback Sports tools
Here's what's making headlines in bike tech on Thursday, January 12. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Pinch flats, non-tubeless road tires set up tubeless, wires in tires
Flats and tubeless woes are in the spotlight this week. → Read More
Fallout from the pandemic bike boom
Here’s how some shops are navigating the crisis. → Read More
Lotto Dstny and Vermarc Sport launch new team kit
Team recommits to Vermarc Sport for another three seasons with new design for 2023. → Read More
Ineos Grenadiers unveils new look for 2023
Brighter colors and a new design from Bioracer sets tone for next season. → Read More
VN Tech Ticker: Bid on custom Fizik shoes for World Bicycle Relief; Skratch Labs mystery flavor; Muc-Off Disco bar end plugs
Here's what's making headlines in bike tech on Friday, December 16. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Master link chain repairs, lower Campy gearing, Campy-Shimano freehub switch, wires in tires
How many spare links is too many? → Read More
VN tech ticker: Bianchi coffee table book, Muc-Off all-weather chain lube, new colorways for Orbea
Headlining gear news for Wednesday, December 7. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Chain assembly, substitution of chainrings and cassettes into Campagnolo drivetrains
Different speed chains require different installation methods. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Indoor training sweat corrosion, stem raiser safety, lower gears with Campagnolo CT 11-speed
Keeping your bike on the trainer all the time doesn't make it maintenance free. → Read More
Does MIPS protect cyclists from traumatic brain injuries?
Determining helmet safety requires testing, so we tested six helmets beyond the certification tests required to sell bicycle helmets. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Durability of disc-brake pads
How long will your disc-brake pads last? There are a lot of factors at play. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Tire rolling resistance as a function of speed
Getting to the bottom of a complex question about the fastest tire options. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Mips vs. loose helmet strap, bike weight, hydraulic brakes at altitude, Di2 mix/match
Helmet and bike safety are on readers' minds this week. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Anticoagulants, 12s Campagnolo cranks on 11s drivetrain
In this week's Technical FAQ, Lennard Zinn discusses riding while on anticoagulants. → Read More
Welcome to VeloNews Tech Week
We’re spending the week showcasing new road and gravel cycling tech, from bikes and wheels to apparel, sunglasses, and more. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Mixing Campagnolo 11- and 12-speed components, road tubeless safety, back surgery
How inter-compatible are different generations of Campagnolo components? → Read More
Technical FAQ: Road tubeless reliability, squealing carbon rims
Recent standardizations in tubeless wheels and tires have changed Lennard Zinn's mind on tubeless. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Back surgery and road cycling, shiftmates, hydraulic caliper compatibility
Zinn comments on WiFli RD capacity, shiftmates front and rear, Shimano hydraulic MTB/Road caliper compatibility, wire flats, and more. → Read More
Technical FAQ: Compatibility of GRX shifters with SRAM MTB derailleurs, carbon belts, e-bikes
Zinn comments on adaptations — like converting a hardtail to a gravel bike or using a "city" e-bike off-road. → Read More