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  • Tailfin’s compact panniers

    Bike panniers are a versatile and flexible way to carry more gear on a bike whether you are riding to work or bike packing. Tailfin’s Mini Panniers combine their robust X Clamp mount designs with the premium construction and details into a compact form factor. We have the latest 16L version, but Tailfin also offers them in 5L, 10L and even larger 22L versions currently. Retail prices go from $85 for the 5L, to $110 for the 10L and $140 for the 16L we have in this review. The pannier is rated for 4kg / 8.8lb weight capacity off road…

  • Build your own Hot Wheels

    Mattel’s new Brick Shop lineup of products combine Hot Wheel’s expertise with scale model cars with the fun of DIY brick sets. The models are direct competitors with Lego sets with affordable 1:32, mid-level 1:16 and premium 1:12 scale models. In this review we’ll be looking at the first 1:12 scale model which is the iconic 1955 Mercedes 300 SL Gullwing. Mattel currently sells this premium level model for $130 and even includes a color matched 1:64 diecast RLC Mercedes 300 SL. To differentiate the Brick Shop models from Lego Creator, Mattel has incorporated diecast parts such as wheels, front…

  • A bike taillight visible from any angle

    Ravemen’s CL01 is an unusual wrap-around bike taillight that offers a full 300 degree wide beam for visibility from any angle. The taillight has a horizontal form factor with wrap-around COB LED design that ensures you remain visible from any angle. Retail price for the taillight is an affordable $19.95 which includes a seatpost and saddle mount. The taillight has 30 lumen of output from the COB LEDs which is powered by a 200 mAh LiPo internal battery. Runtimes range from 5-45 hours depending on the mode and the taillight can be charged using the USB-C port. Ravemen has also…

  • Shimano’s mid-level carbon fiber cycling shoes

    Shimano’s RC range of road cycling shoes range from the flexible and budget friendly RC1 all the way to the sprinter-focused S-PHYRE RC9 PWR shoes. The updated Shimano RC503 shoes are the latest version of the mid-level RC5 shoes which are the most affordable carbon fiber shoes Shimano offers. With a retail price of $190, the RC503 offers a carbon reinforced midsole with a stiffness index of 8 as well as a single BOA L6C dial. The shoes retain the distinctive warp-around design of the other Shimano shoes along with TPU mesh ventilation for breathability. Shimano has designed the shoes…

  • Traction and control without cleats

    Flat pedal shoes offer flexibility and walkability for mountain bikers or commuters that clipless pedals have a hard time matching. Shimano’s new GF800 is one of their benchmark flat pedal shoes for long descents and technical terrain. The GF8 has a retail price of $200 and uses a single BOA L6 dial for a secure and adjustable fit. Shimano has incorporated what they call Force Control which is a reinforced shank plate to give the shoes a stiffness index of 4. The shoes also have a Torbal 2.0 midsole for improved lateral flexibility. For extra grip on and off road,…

  • The integrated out front mount and headlight

    The Ravemen FR1000 is the brightest bike headlights in Ravemen’s FR series and features an integrated mount and light design. It takes the sandwich style design of the FR lights to the next level by making the light itself the mount instead of an accessory. Retail price for the FR1000 is an affordable $74.95 which includes Garmin, Wahoo, Bryton adapters and even a GoPro bottom mount. Ravemen has utilized a 3000mAh battery with a USB-C charging port and powerbank functionality to charge other devices. The FR1000 has a single LED which puts out 1000 lumen and has an adjustable beam…

  • Fizik’s latest top-level road cycling shoes

    The Fizik Vega Carbon shoes are Fizik’s new top-of-the-line road cycling shoes that tout an innovative and reactive design optimized for speed and comfort. These shoes feature an updated last design with wider toe box and an integrated outsole design that reduces stack height without sacrificing stiffness. Retail price for the Fizik Vega Carbon is a premium $469.99 which is about $70 more than the Infinito Carbon shoes.  Fizik has utilized their Aeroweave Pro Upper for a lightweight upper material and coupled it with mesh for additional ventilation. As you would expect, the Vega Carbon uses a BOA Fit System with…

  • Ravemen’s 500 lumen FR light

    Ravemen’s FR series of lights started with the FR160 as a compact sandwich style light for daytime visibility that could sit between an out-front mount and a computer. With the FR500 version, Ravemen has added more output and two focused LEDs to provide daytime and nighttime visibility. The FR500 has a bright 500 lumen output and a higher $64.95 retail price than the lower output FR models. Ravemen has incorporated the same dual mounts with a male Garmin on the bottom and a female Garmin / Wahoo mount above it for attaching computers above it. The runtime for the light…

  • Lupine’s compact and bright all-in-one headlight

    Lupine is best known for their bright flash lights and wired mountain bike lights which feature high-tech lenses and serviceable designs. The Lupine SL Grano is a compact all-in-one design that is instead optimized for drop-bar road and gravel bikes  It’s based on the Lupine SL Nano which was an ebike light and adds an integrated battery and sleek form factor for mounting underneath out-front-mounts. Retail price for the headlight is $250 while the replacement battery is only $42. As with all of Lupine’s lights, the SL Grano is fully serviceable with an aluminum body and integrated GoPro top mount.…