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We are the Keepers of the Cog. In so being, we also maintain the sacred text wherein lie the simple truths of cycling etiquette known as The Rules.

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The Velominati have put it in writing. Twice.

The Rules: The Way of the Cycling Disciple The Hardmen: Legends and Lessons from the Cycling Gods

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Kit

Jan 29, 2016  •  3 min read

An Argument About Gloves

Points-of-contact, these are three areas of scrutiny and argument for Velominati; saddles, chamois creme, shoes, socks, handlebar tape so why not gloves? Picking grit out…

La Vie Velominatus

Jul 15, 2015  •  3 min read

La Vie Velominatus: Santoku

In Japanese, “Santoku” means “Three Virtues”. Exactly which three virtues it is referring to is unclear, but I am fascinated by the idea of a single…

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The Velominati have their own set of nicknames and terms which have developed over time through posts and correspondence.

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