The Latest Episodes

Enjoy the latest episodes from The Nexus.

Foldylock Classic Review

Episode #91

A bike is a significant investment, one that you should protect with a proper lock. Folding locks are a recent innovation in the bike lock space; is the Foldylock a useful, durable lock, or just a gimmick with a cute name?

Roam Co-Pilot Bike Phone Mount Review

Episode #90

Having access to navigation on one's phone while bike riding can be quite essential. Also essential: making sure that your phone won't fall off of your bike. Ian has been using the Roam Co-Pilot phone mount for several years, and he is here to review it for you!

Specialized Pizza Rack Review

Episode #89

The Pizza Rack is easily the most unique aspect of Ian's bike build. It provides not only railings for panniers to attach to, but also a generous platform to place objects on top. Come find out how well Ian likes it!

I Dare You to Type “REQ”

Episode #57 ▪ The Fringe #572

Brian and Ryan made a Canvas Animation, Brian used Svelte, and the trio discussed React frameworks and platforms with the new Vercel and Remix announcements!

Culture, Technology, and Epidemics Through History

Episode #53 ▪ The Fringe #571

The illnesses that we have faced over the course of human civilization have been heavily influenced by the cultural and technological contexts that they interacted with. Rebecca Dean, Professor of Anthropology comes on the show to teach us about it!

Roswheel 3 in 1 Bike Pannier Review

Episode #87

Ian used this pannier set for his daily commute for a couple of years. How well has it stood up, how easy is it to use? Find out in today's review!

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Review

Episode #86

Ryan reviews the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: the most expensive mainline phone ever from Samsung and a merely OK camera -- why not!