Tara Seplavy
Deputy Editor
As Deputy Editor, Tara Seplavy leads Bicycling’s product test team; after having previously led product development and sourcing for multiple bike brands, run World Championship winning mountain bike teams, wrenched at renowned bicycle shops in Brooklyn, raced everything from criteriums to downhill, and ridden bikes on six different continents (landing herself in hospital emergency rooms in four countries and counting). Based in Easton, Pennsylvania, Tara spends tons of time on the road and trail testing products. A familiar face at cyclocross races, crits, and bike parks in the Mid Atlantic and New England, on weekends she can often be found racing for the New York City-based CRCA/KruisCX team. When not riding a bike, or talking about them, Tara listens to a lot of ska, punk, and emo music, and consumes too much social media.
The 10 Best Folding Electric Bikes
Zip from home to the train to work or anywhere else with these 10 fantastic folding electric bikes.
18 Best Electric Bikes You Can Buy Right Now
Add more zip to every trip with e-bikes for every type of rider.
Aventon's Abound Brings E-Cargo Bikes to a Bigger Audience
A feature-packed, small-wheeled e-bike capable of carrying almost anything.
12 Awesome Hitch Bike Racks That Make Life—and Travel—Easier
Whether you have mountain, gravel, road, or electric bikes, these are the best hitch racks for every ride.
The 14 Best Hardtail Mountain Bikes You Can Buy Right Now
Whether you want a lightweight cross-country rocket or a cheap trail ripper, one of these picks will work for you.
Reflections on the 2022 U.S. Cyclocross National Champs
Cyclocross fans turnout in a show of love and support
Pivot's Shadowcat Is a Trail Bike Gem
Dual 27.5-inch wheels, dw-link suspension, and solid geometry combine for a playful and confident ride.
Aventon’s Updated Level.2 Might Be the Best Commuter E-Bike You Can Buy
Aventon’s latest commuter e-bike adds practicality and a smoother ride.
Tested: Aventon Level Gen 1 Commuter E-bike
Aventon Said Get On My Level; So We Did!
Tour de France Tech Talk with SRAM's Anna Greetis
From the suburbs of Chicago to the World Tour, this race technician shares her experience at the TdF, plus the tech she saw on the ground.
The 13 Best Bike Lights for Every Kind of Ride
See and be seen—on the road or trail—with these front and rear lights.
Trek Introduces Its New Madone SLR
Improved aerodynamics, reduced weight, and radical looks are brought to the brand’s 7th generation road racing platform.
Tested: BlackHeart's Stealthy and Impressive Allroad AL
A solid and dependable multisurface road bike from the California-based upstart.
Could You Finish Grinduro on a 1991 Schwinn Hybrid?
Kyle Mizenko did, and he's our new favorite rider!
Kask's Wasabi Helmet Has Features for All-Seasons
Is it worth the hefty price tag?
Fidlock's Vacuum Case Phone Handlebar Mount
Fidlock provides an easy and secure way to mount your phone on your bike.
Tested: The Shapeshifting Allied Echo
A drop-bar bike that's for both road racers and gravel grinders.
Bike Awards 2022
The Year’s 40 Best and Most Exciting Bikes
Bike Awards 2022 | The 7 Best Road and Cyclocross Bikes
The 7 Raddest Bikes for Riding on the Road and Racing Cross
Bike Awards 2022 | The 11 Best Gravel Bikes of 2022
11 Great Bikes for Grinding Gravel and Riding Dirt Roads
Bike Awards 2022 | The 11 Best Bikes for Commuting
11 Excellent Bikes for Commuting and Riding Around Town
Bike Awards 2022 | The 11 Best Mountain Bikes
11 Superb Bikes for Slaying Singletrack, Ripping Bikeparks, and Trail Riding
Tested: Aventon Pace 500 Delivers Affordable Power and Comfort
Aventon's feature-packed second-generation Pace 500 cruiser e-bike impresses with power and comfort.
The Best Repair Stands for Every Type of Bike and Maintenance
Whether you’re a home mechanic looking to tackle basic repairs or take your wrenching to the next level, we have the right stand for you.
Fully Tested: Aventon's Excellent Soltera Singlespeed E-Bike
A simple, zippy E-bike for commuting, and cruising around town
Why You Might Ride the Brompton P-Line More than Other Bikes
Brompton's iconic folding bike gets a makeover to shave weight and enhance portability
The Best Fitness and Fuel Products for Cyclists
Our 2022 top gear picks for supporting your rides.
Getting to Know RockShox's Flight Attendant System
Key details and insights on the new electronic lockout system from RockShox
Tested: Giro’s Latch Flat Pedal Shoes
Deputy Editor Tara Seplavy takes a look at Giro’s latest flat pedal shoes and they might be right for you.
Tested: Rad Power RadCity 5 Plus Electric Bike
A European-style city e-bike for American commuters
BICYCLING'S GEAR OF THE YEAR
The 100 Best Bicycling Products You Can Get Right Now
Tested: Cervélo R5 Force eTap AXS
Raced to Grand Tour Stage Victories, the Long Awaited R5 Has Officially Arrived