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      GMR - Bellwether Rides Glendora Mountain Road

      GMR - Bellwether Rides Glendora Mountain Road

      Rising high above the Los Angeles basin is Glendora Mountain Road. With long alpine climbs which are deemed “beyond categorization” and immaculate road surfaces with limited vehicle traffic it is the perfect destination for a really challenging and rewarding ride. Discover one of our favorite testing grounds.

      Riding "The Alps" of Los Angeles

      Riding "The Alps" of Los Angeles

      Globally there are only a handful of places where you can start at or near sea level and then ride your bike up long and twisty roads that peak out well above 6,000 feet.  Crystal Lake on Highway 39, just outside of Los Angeles, California is one of them.  With immaculate road surfaces, limited vehicle traffic, and an epic mountain route that emulates prestigious roads from European Grand Tours it is a ride that never disappoints. 
      With weather beginning to turn we headed out to make one last effort up this epic climb before the first snow fall. 


       

       

      Up it Goes!
      The grades on this road are not so steep that you require super human strength but allow you to dictate a comfortable pace.  Once settled into a nice tempo you can enjoy the epic scenery around you.

       

       

       

      What goes up must come down!
      With this route being an out and back, we took a moment at the top to soak it all in then headed down one of the most rewarding descents around. 

       

       

       

      We love seeing where your bike takes you. 
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      Exploring the Big Island of Hawaii

      Exploring the Big Island of Hawaii

      Shortly after arriving and settling in for a bit we swapped out our flip-flops for cycling shoes, got kitted up and headed out to do some exploring.

      The terrain is so dynamic and varied it can’t be compared to anywhere else in the United States.  Within just short riding distances from each other you encounter warm beaches, cool highlands, active lava beds and tranquil lush valleys. Truly a Riding Paradise!

       


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      Built for adventure, we put our Alterra Base Layer through the paces.

      Built for adventure, we put our Alterra Base Layer through the paces.

      We packed our pockets full of enough food, tools and essentials to keep us out of trouble and headed out for a fun adventure ride. With no plans or destination in mind we hit gravel roads and explored some fun hidden sections just out of town. It is a great feeling to just throw a leg over your bike and go!

      Bellwether's hot weather fabric technologies explained

      Bellwether's hot weather fabric technologies explained

      ADVANCED COOLING SYSTEM = INCREASED PERFORMANCE

      Stay out longer and perform better in hot weather! Our advanced technical fabrics improve hydration and prolong the onset of fatigue. They’re specifically designed to dissipate heat and reduce the amount of perspiration needed to maintain core body temperatures.  This allows your body to not waste energy trying to cool itself but directs that energy into the task at hand - boosting cycling performance.

      COLDBLACK®

      With the high temperatures which come with mid-summer heat the traditional thought is to put away your dark colored garments in favor of lighter ones to combat the heat.  With almost every cyclist opting for black shorts this is not a very viable option for most.  To address this issue the Swiss development team at Schoeller® have come up with Coldblack® technology – a dyeing process that gives optimal protection from heat due to sunlight exposure.

      COLDFLASH®

      Traditional performance garments solely rely on the evaporation of sweat to keep you feeling cool and comfortable. With our Coldflash® cooling technology it actually uses perspiration in order to cool the garment.  As you sweat, cooling polymers found on the internal surface of the fabric react with moisture and lower the garment temperature creating a cooling effect.  This cooling process leads to more comfort and better hydration – boosting performance and delaying the onset of fatigue. 

      COOLTEMP™

      Our Cooltemp™ fabric technology utilizes a dual cooling process for dynamic thermoregulation in hot and humid weather conditions.  To achieve optimal moisture transfer a dual-knit construction uses 2 different yarns to rapidly pull moisture away from the skin and move it to the outer layers where it quickly dries – providing evaporation cooling. The yarns which are closest to the skin have cooling crystals embedded within the fibers – creating a cool sensation against your skin that is built in and will not ever wash out.  This double cooling effect uses both an evaporation and conduction process to provide optimal thermal regulation while exercising in hot and humid weather conditions.