Even the small details can make a difference. Alpitude Components produce stunning carbon cages with an exposed weave, adding elegance where the plastic versions fail.

One difference riding in Italy, as opposed to Australia, is that you can fall into a village and find a handmade meal worthy of a hatted restaurant served with wine for 12 euros. Here, we can look forward to a meat pies at the bakery.

👭Today is International Friendship Day!👬 Our weekly shop rides are proof, cycling isn't just about the bike. Bike shop rides across the world are the perfect place to meet and make friends with a variety of people, even if it's at 6am. 😜

Sky high means one thing. The next 15 minutes are about to bring you immense joy. And after that, there's always Aperol Spritz #ItalianCountryside #italiancycling #italian #italianvillages

Snapshots from Italy. Are you packing yet? #CyclingParadise #cyclingitaly #italiangetaway #italylandscape

Watching the Tour of Italy from the roadside is unforgettable. The atmosphere is completely hectic, and positively contagious! Not long to wait before the route for 2025 is revealed. Are you coming? #italiangetaway #vacations #igersitalia #vacation

It's that festive time when you can get out the decorations or choose DIY. Come grab an old chain if you want to test this bad boy out...

We love this gadget. Keep the household's cycling, running and "every-other-occasion" shoes free of smell-producing bacteria with sanitizers. Brilliant stuff and online now

From custom coloured bolts to carbon choice in cages, this setup proves that performance doesn’t need to compromise individuality. It’s the small details that elevate your ride, and we make sure they’re yours alone. #deanimabikes #customframe #italianbikes #alpitudecomponents

Engineered in the Dolomites, Alpitude cages are more than accessories — they’re a balance of featherlight carbon, strength under pressure, and design subtlety worthy of the world’s finest bikes. rfr.bz/t94aa5c

Here’s to smooth gears, sharp brakes, and fresh legs. Wherever you’re heading this weekend, may the roads be clear and the rides remarkable!

Every service we do includes details most people never notice — but you’ll feel them the moment you ride. A common complement we receive? Their bikes feel better than when new. That's because we pay attention to small things other mechanics overlook.. rfr.bz/t5b0ec7

The next generation of Alba Optics Solo landed! Meet the Alba Optics Solo II — Italian-engineered eyewear built for the extremes, styled for those who demand more. #AlbaOptics #SoloII #ChainsmithStyle #CyclingAustralia #ExtremeSportsStyle rfr.bz/t86208d

Thinking of investing i a new bike? How does IdMatch work when buying a bike in Australia? We fit you, then provide frame + component size for your model of choice. OR Bring 2–3 ideas. After your fit, we consult to select the match for your goals. Call for more information

Our secret weapon for riding further, faster, and with less fatigue? Tailwind Nutrition

Yes, there are few hills on our gentile Monday ride. But let’s be honest — the real finish line is the coffee shop. Come join us. Check our strava club for details #sydneyrides #roadbikes #RideTogether #CyclingLife rfr.bz/tf691d4

Can anything beat mornings spent on the bike bathing in the light of a hazy summer sunrise? We think the only thing to top this off is sharing it with great company. #chainsmithrides Image: Leo Lopez

A good bunch rider isn't always the fastest, the strongest, or the fittest. We'd argue a good rider looks out for others, is aware of potential hazards around them and rides predictably. They hold others accountable and, now and then, checks on riders missing in action.

Italian precision meets performance. The Q36.5 Unique Pro Shoes are made for riders chasing comfort, power, and style — even in Aussie heat ☀️. Limited pairs at Chainsmith Sydney.

Long weekend. Blue skies. Quiet roads. Sydneys long weekend is just getting started. So if its been awhile since your last ride, lets dust off the bike, pump up the tyres, and slap on some sunscreen. Because even a short ride is enough to reset the week.