I’m John Swanstrom AKA Swanny. Born and bred in Southern California, I’ve laid down roots in the city of Oak Park. I’ve been riding for over 30 years, and I’ve racked up some decent credentials as a CAT 2 Cross Country Mountain Bike Racer. I spend lots of hours training on my road mountain and gravel bikes. Here’s a link to my Strava profile.

Here’s a little about the Cyclists Authority: Choosing the perfect bikes and gear can feel like navigating a maze, especially if you’re not neck-deep in cycling jargon and the latest tech and trends. Ever found yourself on a wild goose chase for cycling gear that ticks all your boxes? I’ve been there!

Back in the day, I’d spend countless hours scouring cycling websites, and binge-watching YouTube reviews to get a grip on the myriad bikes and components out there. It was a days-long, sometimes weeks-long, endeavor. It struck me – there had to be a more straightforward way!

So, I rallied a team and we dove headfirst into the sea of cycling product reviews. We curate lists that cut through the clutter, giving you an easy way to filter and sort through options. Our goal? Helping you find the bikes and components that fit you perfectly.

Swanny

johnswanstrom@cyclistsauthority.com