Zach Nehr

Contributor

In addition to elite-level road, track and Zwift racing, Zach Nehr is a freelance writer and the head of ZNehr Coaching. He contributes written articles on a variety of cycling-related subjects, including product reviews and advertorials, as well as feature articles and power analyses. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Marian University-Indianapolis, Zach spends his time working with endurance athletes of all ages and levels at ZNehr Coaching. Having entered the sport at age 17, Zach has had a successful racing career, winning the 2017 Collegiate National Time Trial Championships and a 9th place finish at the 2019 US Pro National Time Trial Championships. These days, Zach spends most of his ride time indoors, racing on RGT Cycling and competing in the Zwift Premier League with NeXT eSport.

Latest articles by Zach Nehr

Enve G-Series gravel handlebar
Confused about gravel bike geometry? Here's everything you need to know

By Graham Cottingham Last updated

Features A deep dive into the geometry of gravel bikes and how they differ from road, cyclocross, and mountain bikes

Features
A disc brake caliper on a mountain bike
Types of bike brakes – understanding the differences between common bike brakes

By Zach Nehr Last updated

Features Explaining one of the most important parts of the bicycle, and how to choose between the most popular styles

Features
Pirelli Scorpion
Types of bike tires – how to tell them apart and find the type that's best for your bike

By Zach Nehr Last updated

Features Explaining the numerous types of bikes tires from off-road behemoths to lightweight slicks

Features
Hope XCR Brakes
Mechanical vs hydraulic disc brakes – which type is best for you?

By Zach Nehr Published

Features We drill down into the two types of bike disc brakes, and why you might choose one over the other

Features
Gravel bike vs road bike
Gravel bike vs road bike: Understanding the differences

By Zach Nehr Published

Features A deep dive on two similar-looking bikes that are designed for very different purposes

Features
BKOOL
BKOOL offers new indoor training possibilities

By Zach Nehr Last updated

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Inside the indoor cycling app organizing the Giro d’Italia Virtual

What to wear mountain biking
What to wear mountain biking: All the mountain bike gear you need from head to toe

By Zach Nehr Published

Buyer's Guide Wearing the right kit will greatly improve your comfort and enjoyment out on the trails, we break down key clothing items to make it easier to choose what to wear mountain biking

Buyer's Guide
Strava vs Komoot
Komoot vs Strava: Which cycling app is best?

By Zach Nehr Published

Features Explaining the similarities and differences between two of the most popular cycling apps

Features
Specialized S-Works Diverge gravel bike
What is a gravel bike?

By Zach Nehr Published

Features Everything you need to know about the trendy off-road bike with drop-style handlebars

Features
Mountain bike vs cruiser: Understanding the differences
Mountain bike vs cruiser: Understanding the differences

By Zach Nehr Published

Features Explaining two styles of bikes built for very different uses

Features
The back end of a gravel bike next to the front end of a mountain bike
Gravel bike vs mountain bike: Understanding the differences

By Zach Nehr Published

Features Both bikes are meant to go off-road, but they also have some major differences

Features