BIKE ACCESSORIES
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When it comes to road cycling shoes you typically have to choose between expensive high-end shoes or more affordable options that compromise on fit. Trek’s Velocis shoes are looking to break that rule by offering premium features at a more affordable mid-range price point. The shoes retail for $249.99 and are available in black, white and a bright red color scheme. Despite being a mid-level priced shoe, the Velocis utilizes a dual BOA Li2 closure system for micro adjustments. Trek has also incorporated their MetNet relief zones in the upper material which are three-sided star shaped perforations that allow the…
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The Magene C606 is the brand’s new flagship GPS cycling computer that offers premium features not typically found at this price point. Retailing for $159, the Magene C606 is a mid-level priced computer with a big 2.8” touch color screen. Magene claims up to 28 hour battery life using the endurance mode thanks to the large 2000mAh battery. The GPS computer is compatible with nearly all ANT+ and BLE sensors and features turn-by-turn navigation. Modern features include a USB-C charging port as well as Garmin quarter-turn mount that is molded into the base. The Magene C606 also supports customization using…
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Trek’s Race Shop Limited (RSL) series of products combine top-of-the-line materials with pro-level performance. The new Trek RSL Road Cycling Shoes are one of their latest RSL products and claim to couple classic aesthetics with game-changing tech. Retail price on the RSL Road shoes is $449.95 which is $50 cheaper than Trek’s RSL Knit road shoe variation. As a premium shoe, the RSL Road shoes have a dual BOA Li2 fit system which provides dual direction micro adjustments. The RLS shoes also feature Trek’s MetNet relief zones which allow the shoes to flex and optimize comfort. At the core of…
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With the rise in popularity of allroad and gravel cycling there has been a big influx of dampening components to improve ride quality. That includes suspension stems and seat posts which help turn even rigid bikes into plush rides. The Ergon CF Allroad Pro Carbon seatpost is one of the early innovators in this field and has been available on Canyon bikes as the VCLS seatpost for a few years. Ergon has now made the seatpost available for direct purchase with Ergon branding with a $299.95 retail price. Instead of springs or complicated mechanisms, the CF Allroad Pro Carbon seat…
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KOO’s Supernova sunglasses are one of the lightest sunglasses that KOO currently offers. With their frameless design they offer a wide field of view with no obstructions. The Supernova sunglasses retail for $200 for the standard lens and $220 for the photochromic version. All the lenses are developed by Zeiss and are shatter-proof as well as anti-reflective. Koo has incorporated their sporty styling into the Supernova to give them an aggressive yet clean look for use on or off the bike. Despite the frameless design, Koo has designed the Supernova to have interchangeable lens design with removable temple arms and…
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While there are a lot of headlights on the market, RAVEMEN’s FR lights have a unique design that sandwiches between computers and mounts. In this review we’ll be looking at the latest version, the RAVEMEN FR300 which offers brighter output and longer runtime compared to the FR160. The FR300 retails for $49.95 and features an impressive 300 lumen output from a small form factor. RAVEMEN has designed the light as a be-seen style light with a wide COB LED lens that ensures riders are visible from any angle. The FR300 utilizes a Garmin or Wahoo mount on the bottom and…
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As consumers have become more eco-conscious, companies have started to respond with metal water bottles. These avoid potentially harmful plastics and eliminate the plastic taste you can get with some bottles. CamelBak has taken the concept and created Titanium and Steel options for their popular Podium bike bottles. As the halo product, the $100 CamelBak Podium Titanium is constructed from vacuum-insulated titanium that offers up to 7 hours of insulation for 18 oz of cold fluids. Most buyers will likely purchase the CamelBak Steel bottles which are a more reasonable $35 for 18 oz capacity and $40 for 22 oz…
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Sweet Protection is best known for their winter gear which include skiing helmets and snow goggles. It’s only natural that they’ve also expanded their safety and lens expertise into the cycling domain. In this review, we’ll be looking at the Sweet Protection Ronin RIG Reflect sunglasses which were one of the first performance sunglasses from the brand. The Ronin RIG Reflect retail for $150 which includes a hard case, fabric carrying bag and multiple sized nose pads. As the name implies, the Ronin uses Sweet Protection’s RIG lens technology which provides superior contrast and minimal distortion. The sunglasses are also…
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It’s essential to carry tools on your rides so that you can make roadside repairs or quick adjustments. Topeak’s new Nano tools are a set of CNC Machined tools that are compact and portable enough to tuck into a pocket or saddle bag. In this review, we’ll be looking at three of the new multi-tools: the Nano 7, Nano 9 and the Nano 11 which each have a different amount of functions. Retail price ranges from $37.95 for the Nano 7 up to $47.95 for Nano 11 multi-tool. All the multi-tools feature durable CNC machined aluminum body with chrome vanadium…