
Anne-Marije Rook
Cycling Weekly's North American Editor, Anne-Marije Rook, started out as a newspaper reporter, working in a print newsroom where the coffee was always burnt and clocks running out of time. Originally from The Netherlands, she grew up as a bike commuter but didn't find bike racing until her early twenties. Strengthened by the many miles spent darting around the hilly city of Seattle on a steel single speed, Rook's progression in the sport was a quick one. As she competed at the elite level, her journalism career followed, and soon she became a full-time cycling journalist. She's now been a cycling journalist for 11 years.
These days she's less about competition and more about adventuring, yet there's hardly a day that goes by when she's not found pedaling. For Rook, a good week is when all the bikes in her stable get ridden, from her full-suspension trail bike down to her Brompton and some speedy road miles in between.
Latest articles by Anne-Marije Rook
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What's the 'right' tire width for gravel and road bikes?
Tubeless vs. tubed tires for road bikes - our experts debate
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Aluminum frame, carbon fork, hydraulic brakes and electronic shifting for less than $2K: Is this the best value gravel bike on the market?
State Bicycle Co is offering an aluminum gravel steed with a carbon fork, hydraulic brakes and electronic shifting for just $1899.99. This may be the best-valued bike on the market today
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Puffy jackets are a must-have bikepacking item - treat yourself with these Specialized and Rapha puffers on sale
Down jackets have gained popularity in cycling, and in bikepacking in particular. These are two of the best cycling specific down jackets on the market today.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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I just found a rare deal on my favorite all-around gravel tire: Schwalbe G-One RS tires are 21% off
Wicked fast yet reliable, the Schwalbe G-One RS quickly has quickly become my go-to gravel tire. The price is its only downside until now
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Best deals on power meters for Cyber Monday 2023 - finally up to 40% off Shimano, 32% off 4iiii, 20% off Garmin
Here are the biggest discounts and the most wallet-friendly models currently available
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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As someone who’s suffered eye damage, I need to wear sunglasses on every single ride – these on-sale cycling sunnies are my absolute favorite
The Tifosi Rail XC cycling sunglasses feature lens-darkening technology, allowing me to wear them year-round
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When it came to the 350 challenging miles of Unbound XL, these were the only bib-shorts I considered wearing – and yes, they’re on sale for Black Friday
Don’t snooze on this deal. Your undercarriage will thank you
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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SRAM, Shimano or Campagnolo? Here's what our staff prefers and why
Opinion is divided among cyclists as to whether to wear your socks over or under your leg warmers. Here's what our staff thinks
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Beyond Unbound: Gravel Kansas launches a statewide gravel cycling network of routes, free of startlines and entry fees
LeLan Dains, one of co-founder of the famed Unbound Gravel, has been on a mission to showcase the best gravel cycling Kansas has to offer, free of start lines and entry fees.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'When you shot Moriah in the heart, you shot me in my heart' - Moriah Wilson's loved ones react to trial verdict and sentencing
On Friday, November 17, a Texas jury sentenced Kaitlin Armstrong to 90 years in prison. Here's how the victim's family reacted.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Kaitlin Armstrong sentenced to 90 years in prison for the murder of Moriah Wilson
These are the latest developments in the Kaitlin Armstrong murder trail that's gripping the nation.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Bombproof, all-metal and made in the USA: 1UP USA's Super Duty Double hitch rack reviewed
We tested 1 Up USA's 2" Super Duty bike rack. Here are our impressions.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Kaitlin Armstrong found guilty in the murder of cyclist Moriah Wilson
These are the latest developments in the Kaitlin Armstrong murder trail that's gripping the nation.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Bike thief makes off with 10 police bicycles – even law enforcement isn’t safe from bike theft
10 Police bicycles were stolen by a thief in San Antonio Park, Texas.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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From esports to cyclocross, here’s the 2024 USA Cycling National Championship schedule
2024 will see 18 National Championships across road, mountain track, cyclocross, gravel, BMX and esports cycling disciplines
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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If it ain't broke, make it even better - Ass Savers launches the Win Wing 2
This cheap but highly effective clip-on fender has been made stronger, gentler on the seat stays and in a highly requested all-black colorway
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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The great sock debate: do socks go over or under leg warmers?
Opinion is divided among cyclists as to whether to wear your socks over or under your leg warmers. Here's what our staff thinks
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Riding high: testing endurance and equipment in Colorado's San Juan Mountains
We visited a must-do bike destination this summer: the San Juan mountains in Colorado. Here's the bikepacking gear that got us to new heights -- a lake at nearly 13000' that is!
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Smaller field, bigger prize purse: Meet the cast of the 2024 Life Time Grand Prix
Watch as a cast of 70 handpicked WorldTour roadies, track world champions and MTB Olympians compete for the $250,000 prize purse
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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SRAM Apex AXS groupset review: is this low-end groupset a new high for electronic shifting?
A £1300 wireless electronic groupset? Yes please! Save your money for a decent wheelset instead
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'Not one witness saw Kaitlin Armstrong allegedly commit this murder' - opening statements given in Kaitlin Armstrong trial
Opening statements in the trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, who allegedly murdered elite cyclist Moriah Wilson in 2022, were made in Austin, Texas, this morning. Here's what was said.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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New Bosch update allows users to lock their e-bike using a smartphone or the bike's head unit
Bosch has updated its eBike Flow app, enabling its consumers to use their smartphone or the head unit of their e-bike to lock and unlock their bike digitally.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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New trans athlete policy 'sets a dangerous precedent': Washington racer seeks state action against USA Cycling
When USA Cycling introduced its revised Transgender Athlete Participation Policy earlier this month, the new two-tiered system didn’t sit well with all racers.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Ride indoors or brave the elements outdoors: how will you tackle the winter season?
When the weather turns, will you brave the elements or ride indoors on Zwift?
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