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Tom Puzak

Tom Puzak

Contributing Editor Tom Puzak, a former attorney, found himself more interested in his bike than filing copies in triplicate. Now as GearJunkie's resident "bike junkie" he makes less money but enjoys a more creative work atmosphere. Puzak is based out of the Minneapolis office.

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Heads-Up Display for Cyclists: Everysight Raptor Glasses Review

September 24, 2018 |  By Tom Puzak

A former Israeli fighter plane engineer brings his expertise to a startup company poised to disrupt the cycling industry.

Orbea Gain Review: You'd Never Guess It Was an E-Bike

Orbea Gain Review: You’d Never Guess It Was an E-Bike

August 16, 2018 |  By Tom Puzak

The Orbea Gain is the first of a new generation of e-bikes. It costs less, weighs less, and is much less ugly.

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Rubber Recycled: TreadWright ‘Remolded’ Tires Tested

March 26, 2018 |  By Tom Puzak

High performance, affordable rubber for your truck? Tread Wright claims it does just that – and in an environmentally responsible way. We put a set on our truck to test ’em out.

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Freaking Strings! Fabric Bike Spokes Are Stronger Than Steel

February 27, 2018 |  By Tom Puzak

These unassuming, flexible fabric Berd bicycle wheel spokes are half the weight of their steel counterparts. Meet the future of high-end cycling.

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Fresh 2015 Cycling Gear

February 19, 2015 |  By Tom Puzak

Superb new products from Ridley, Capo, and ABUS, a new apparel company with long Italian heritage, and perhaps the most enticing commuter bike we’ve seen.

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Bike Light ‘Bright As Motorcycle Headlight’

December 30, 2014 |  By Tom Puzak

The TAZ 1500 by Light and Motion is USA-made and kicks out 1500 lumens in an all-in-one design.

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Discovered. The Best Bike Lube

December 9, 2014 |  By Tom Puzak

The perfect blend of dry and wet style bike chain lube benefits: We have finally found our favorite bike lube. Say goodbye to dust and sand for a while, this stuff lasts too.

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Battery Included: We Test An ‘Intelligent’ Mountain Bike

November 13, 2014 |  By Tom Puzak

The Lapierre XR 729 is a compelling cross-country racer that effortlessly adjusts its suspension for the terrain. Our team racer puts it to the test in this review.

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