Greg Kaplan
Greg has been on and around bikes since his early teens. He got his start when tubulars and freewheels were still a thing, while working at local bike shops, and dabbling in the Philadelphia racing scene. Greg still geeks-out on bikes, cycling gear, apparel, and accessories as much now, as when he first discovered the sport. Greg has been on staff at VeloNews and Bicycling, and also was a contributor at Active.com.
When Greg’s not on a bike he can be found in long, skinny racing boats near Boathouse Row on the Schuylkill River, and of course enjoying an adult beverage from Yards Brewing with his wife after any activity.
Latest articles by Greg Kaplan
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Your power output decreases in hot temperatures, here's how to prepare for hot weather rides
Train now so you won't be caught out later. Heat adaptation strategies for cycling in hot weather
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Customizable titanium race bikes without the eye-watering price tag: Blackheart's Road Ti bike reviewed
The Road Ti offers that calm and refined feel for a fraction of the cost of other titanium racing bikes.
By Greg Kaplan Published
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12 hacks to make your ride better and more fun
From gear tweaks to route alterations: elevate your rides with these expert tips
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Six easy and useful ways to repurpose and reuse bicycle components
Don’t toss those old bike parts! Here are some ways to give your bike parts a second life
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Six things I'd tell my younger self about riding bikes
If I could wind back the clock, and reinvent my bike riding, these are six things I’d tell my younger self to keep in mind when first starting.
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Indoor trainers damage carbon bikes, and 5 other indoor cycling lies uncovered
Common cycling trainer misconceptions debunked
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Cannondale CAAD Optimo 4 review - an entry-level racer for a good price
A value-oriented aluminum road bike with predictable handling on flat and level roads
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Gravel Triathlon: your questions answered
A hybrid of multisport and gravel racing, gravel triathlon takes place on off-road terrain and allows competitors to use drop-bar gravel bikes and permits drafting
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Can I ride my e-bike in a US National Park?
Everything you need to know about riding electric-powered bicycles on public lands
By Greg Kaplan Published
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How some of the most innovative tech in gravel racing actually originated from triathlon
Gravel racers should pay attention to what road time trial specialists and multisport racers are riding, and borrow the best ideas and look for the best bike features.
By Greg Kaplan Published
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How to convert your road bike into a gravel bike
If you’re thinking about riding gravel but not ready to buy another bike, with just a few part swaps you can use your road bike to confidently ride gravel. Here's how.
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Lance Armstrong plays astronaut on reality TV show; does he have the right stuff to win?
Lance Armstrong, the disgraced pro cyclist, is one of 12 celebs competing for the title ‘brightest star in the galaxy’ on Fox' Stars on Mars
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Buy smartly: these e-bikes meet the internationally recognized safety standards
Here's what to look for when shopping for e-bikes and what to know about lithium-ion e-bike battery safety
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Five things I learned from going tubeless on my road bike
Tubeless tires cost a little more and weigh a little more, but the switch is worth it. Here's why.
By Greg Kaplan Published