This past week California’s driest
twelve-month period in recorded history was interrupted. Rain fell almost every
day, giving me the choice to either ride the rollers, or ride outside in the
rain, or not ride at all. I choose to split my time fairly evenly between the first
two. However, this isn’t a story of the mental and physical toughness it takes
to ride in the rain or for a prolonged time on the rollers. This is testimony
to how brilliant the Sram Red brakes and Specialized S-Works Turbo tires are. Both
of these products amaze me with their ability to perform regardless of the
conditions.
The newest iteration of the Sram
brakes works just as well in the wet as it does in the dry. I can brake just as
late, and have the same ability to modulate the breaking as I do in the middle
of the hot, dry summer.
The tires are just as impressive. For
a thin, low rolling resistance tire, they provide extraordinary grip that
encourages more aggressive cornering, and offer remarkable flat protection
(because no one wants to have to change a flat in the rain).
The two components combined produce
a confidence inspiring setup that will leave you prepared to ditch the trainer
and head out on a wet adventure.
- Jason S
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