Curtis lives in South Lake Tahoe, CA, with his wife Lindsay and their dog Penny. He races for the Bikes Plus/Sierra Nevada team in road, mountain, and cyclocross. Recent accomplishments include a 1st place overall finish in the Sierra Cup Northern California Nevada Regional Championship XC Mountain Bike Series. His favorite things include Bikes, Coffee, Family (not necessarily in that order).
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Curtis Smith
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Best Bike Computers of 2024
Looking for the best bike computer on the market? We tested the most compelling computers available today to find out...Best Bike Racks of 2024
Are you in need of a new rack to transport your beloved bicycles? We spent years researching the most compelling bike...Best Frame Pump of 2024
When you find yourself way out in the boonies with a flat, the right frame pump will save the day. We tested 8 of the...How to Choose the Right Bike Computer for Road and MTB
How do you choose the bike computer that will meet your needs? After months of testing eight of the best cycling...How to Choose Mountain Bike Shorts for Men
What is the best mountain bike short out there? We tested tons of different shorts from all the top brands in our Best...Choosing the Right Bike Rack for Your Car
With loads of options available, selecting a bike rack can be a daunting task. We have done the work for you, by...Best Buy
Allen Deluxe 2-Bike Trunk Carrier Review
For the price-conscious consumer, this is one of the most affordable racks on the market. The classic trunk-mount...Brooks Cambium C15 Review
Bridging the gap between classic Brooks saddles and more modern designs and materials, this model provides a unique...WTB High Tail Pro Review
An enduro-specific saddle designed to prevent tire-to-saddle contact on long-travel bikes.How to Choose a Mini or Frame Pump
Choosing a pump to meet your portable inflation needs can be arduous process due to the dizzying number of options...POC Octal Aero Review
A poorly ventilated and awkwardly shaped aerodynamic helmet that cheats the wind, but pays the price with poor...Smith Overtake MIPS Review
This helmet is well-built and quite comfortable but lacks ventilation in part due to its unique materials and design.Allen Deluxe 4-Bike Hitch Carrier Review
The Allen Deluxe 4 is an affordable arm style mount. It has no security features and it holds the bike via direct...Specialized Power Expert Review
A comfortable high-performance road saddle with a speed-oriented design and a unique look.Serfas E-Gel Cruiser Review
With loads of thick gel padding and an ultra-wide seating platform, this saddle certainly is true to its name and is...
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