If you were to make a short list of mechanicals that can derail a race, there are a few that immediately come to mind. Chains, brakes and derailleurs are obvious, as are flats and damaged rims.

In this episode of Gabe’s Bike Shop, editor Natascha Grief and I help Bicycling member Jennifer Wilkerson start her search for an e-bike that fits, and, sparked by member Ken Falch, who logged 4,000 ...