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Congrats to @kaltechnj, winner of BTD’s Photo of

Congrats to @kaltechnj, winner of BTD’s Photo of the Month competition for the month of May!

This patriotic shot was captured in Chatham, New York, on a gravel ride colloquially known as the “Toad Strangler.” While we’ve been pondering over exactly why this particular ride is dubbed so, there’s no question that this is a fantastic photograph.

Got a photo for June? Hit our DM's or email it to us at social@biketiresdirect.com along with a quick note about the where, the what, the who, and the why.

Photo shot by @krausgrafik (Dave Kraus—krausgrafik.com)

Happy ridin'!

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@pedalpaloozapdx is here! We were scoping the scen

@pedalpaloozapdx is here! We were scoping the scene at the kick off ride yesterday, and if night one is any indication it’s going to be one heck of a party this year!

#ridewithbtd #pedalpaloozapdx #bikesummer #biketown #tnr

Introducing the fenix 7 pro and epix pro from @gar

Introducing the fenix 7 pro and epix pro from @garminfitness! These no compromises, top-of-the-line multisport GPS smartwatches are taking it up another level for 2023 with improved battery life, screens, training metrics and navigational capabilities.

You demand a lot from your body when it comes to fitness. Demand the same from your watch.

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The @alex_howes x BTD Unbound collection is a thou

The @alex_howes x BTD Unbound collection is a thoughtfully curated selection of our top picks of tires and tire accessories for this weekend’s race.

For those who are unaware, we’ve been partnered up with Alex since the beginning of the year—it’s been a real treat to work together!

Every month or so we take a look at Alex’s race schedule, dish about all things tires, and help him select the best tool for the job.

Check out the link in our bio / stories to see what our top choices are to get you to the finish line this year.

#ridewithbtd #gravelcycling #unboundgravel

The PNW Short Track Cup double-header weekend pres

The PNW Short Track Cup double-header weekend presented by @zone5promotions at @washougalmxpk was an absolute blast.

Riders gave it their all despite the record-breaking temperatures, and everyone that attended was treated to good vibes, delicious food, lots of cycling canines, and constant whoops and hollers coming from the rock garden.

Such a wonderful preview of what is in store for the @oregonbikeracing state champs XC and STXC races at the end of July—you don’t wanna miss them!

Huge thanks to all of the sponsors, officials and volunteers for putting together an incredible weekend of racing.

#ridewithbtd #cycling #mtb #widebarssavelives

Just in: Ltd edition @unboundgravel footwear color

Just in: Ltd edition @unboundgravel footwear colorways from @rideshimano.

The release spans the RX600 and RX800 models, and are designed to improve performance and style from sunrise to sunset and beyond.

🌅🌄🌌

Snag your pair while supplies last.

#ridewithbtd #rideshimano #unboundgravel #gravelcycling

Bikes are fun, above all else…and we were gracio

Bikes are fun, above all else…and we were graciously reminded of this over the weekend when the elite men’s field cordially agreed to complete the first lap of the PNW Short Track Cup day 2 race balance-bike style.

It made for quite a spectacle, and was perhaps a bit of a menace to the singlespeeders who started behind them…but let’s be honest, the singlespeeds are usually the menaces so they probably had it coming 😅.

Lots of photos to come, and be sure to put this two-day race on your calendar for next year.

Thanks to @zone5promotions for putting on an incredible weekend of MTB racing, fun, friends and bicycles. Thanks to @oregonbikeracing and @washougalmxpk for making it official and for the beautiful venue.

#ridewithbtd #mtb #stxc #pnw #gratefulshred #thisisnotgood #bikesarefun

Happy Mother’s Day! It’s not too late to sho

Happy Mother’s Day!

It’s not too late to show Mom your appreciation if you’re running a bit behind.

And what better way to show it than the gift of extra speed? As a bonus, when Mom’s not out putting down the watts or chasing QOMs, these CeramicSpeed pulley wheels can double as a blingy accessory in a pinch 😅.

Save 20% sitewide at BTD this Mother’s Day, in celebration of all of the moms in our lives!

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What trails are you hitting this week? The transi

What trails are you hitting this week?

The transition from wet to warmer weather means hero dirt, and we are HERE for it!

#ridewithbtd #gratefulshred #mtb #mountainbike #pnw

Introducing the tire that is already leading the p

Introducing the tire that is already leading the peloton.

Say hello to the @vittoriatires Corsa Pro, with wins in 12 of 21 UCI men’s and 2 of 14 UCI women’s World Tour races.

These includes the double monument wins at @milanosanremo_official and @parisroubaixcourse by @mathieuvanderpoel, and the @uci_wwt win at Paris-Roubaix by @aliactionjackson.

We’ve been testing the tires ourselves in both local PNW training and race settings, and have a full review of the now-hookless-compatible race day release from Vittoria.

Peep the link in our bio for the full spread!

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Race dogs—the ever faithful companions, rain or

Race dogs—the ever faithful companions, rain or shine, win or loss.

Over the past six months we’ve seen some good pooches at @mt.taborraceseries, @pdxtrophycup, @cyclocrosscrusade, @bridgecitycx and @mondaynightpir, as well as out and about town and on the trail.

Who’s your favorite bike pooch in your your life, or can you even pick a favorite? 😂

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@mondaynightpir had some huge fields show up this

@mondaynightpir had some huge fields show up this week to shred laps @portlandinternationalraceway.

Laughter, cheers, cowbells, max efforts, prime laps and camaraderie all made the night one for the books.

Tag yer friends if we missed em’!

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How Are You Prepping For Race Season? Congratulat

How Are You Prepping For Race Season?

Congratulations to @arlenskio, for winning BTD’s April photo of the month contest!

This shot—featuring a peloton of riders and a majestic cascade peaking looming in the distance—was taken while at a training camp in Bend, Oregon, with 37 other teammates.

Got a photo for May? Email it to us at social@biketiresdirect.com or send us a DM along with a quick note about the where, the what, the who, and the why.

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There’s something calming about the undulating s

There’s something calming about the undulating sounds of a peloton’s tires on tarmac 🙏

Captured during the @mondaynightpir race. Thank you @oregonbikeracing and all of the teams and individual participants for keeping this series rolling.

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Hot off the griddle! Our yearly allotment of @pana

Hot off the griddle! Our yearly allotment of @panaracer_world limited Gravel King colorways.

The 2023 editions include vibrant turquoise and sunset-orange options.

We’ve only got a limited quantity available so get ‘em while the gettin’s good!

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Spotted at Sea Otter: Not @uci_cycling legal, but

Spotted at Sea Otter: Not @uci_cycling legal, but you might wanna watch your back in the next local alleycat...or in the Mad Max post-apocalyptic future.

What's the wildest mod you've seen on a bike?

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Spotted at Sea Otter: @ben_delaney crossing the fi

Spotted at Sea Otter: @ben_delaney crossing the finish line at the end of the La Gravilla "gravel" race.

Ben makes some of our favorite videos about racing, tech & news. Check out his channel—The Ride With Ben Delaney—at the link in our bio.

After a few months of chatting virtually it was a treat to get to bump fists and congratulate him on crossing the finish line in style!

His two videos from Sea Otter are an excellent place to start if you are looking for a deeper dive on what the 2023 edition held for all of us who attended.

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Spotted at Sea Otter: @allenskratch and the @skrat

Spotted at Sea Otter: @allenskratch and the @skratchlabs crew goofin' around while taking a well-deserved cooldown break with some ice cream.

After a couple years of mostly digital communication it felt like at Sea Otter 2023 there was a collective sigh of relief from the attendees as we all got to come together and shake hands, give hugs, and see each other's faces in person—in many cases for the first time.

Bicycles can be a force of good and a source of joy, and it was a real treat to get to connect in person over the simple machines that bring us so much happiness!

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Spotted at Sea Otter: The unmistakable mustache of

Spotted at Sea Otter: The unmistakable mustache of Calvin Jones.

Raise your hand if you owe him and @parktoolblue a whole heap of credit for helping you test the waters of bicycle maintenance—nearly everyone at BTD certainly does!

Also spotted, the BBB-4 proudly displayed. The Big Blue Book is a collection of just about all of the resources you can find on ParkTool's website and youtube channel but in a physical format you can keep right on your workbench (or your nightstand 😂) for easy access.

#ridewithbtd #parktoolblue #cycling

We wouldn't be BikeTiresDirect if we didn't have t

We wouldn't be BikeTiresDirect if we didn't have tires constantly on the brain while attending @seaotterclassic this year, and it's always nice to see some of our favorites out in the wild getting the attention they deserve.

Conditions for all the races were dry and fast—what's your favorite rubber for dusty shred-fests?

Let us know in the comments below!

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