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The POC Elicit are one of POC’s lightest sunglasses and were developed to optimize coverage and performance. They were originally launched in 2022 but POC has recently updated the sunglasses with an improved temple attachment design based on user feedback and Toric lens shape. At only 23 grams, the $280 Elicit is a super light full frameless sunglass design with interchangeable lens feature. POC has used a bio-grilamid material on the temple and nose pad to reduce the environmental impact and keep the weight down. The Elicit comes with an additional clear lens with a dedicated holder in a premium…
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Giro’s Imperial shoes have been a long time favorite among recreational and professional cyclists. The new Giro Imperial II is a long-awaited update to the Imperial line and adds the latest carbon fiber technology and BOA Fit system. Giro has maintained the sleek exterior design with their Synchwire upper material and wrap-around ventilation. The shoes also feature dual BOA Li2 alloy Type D dials which have micro tightening and loosening. Underneath the shoe you’ll find a new forged carbon that is stiff and anatomically shaped to optimize performance. Despite all the upgrades, the Imperial II shoes retain the same $424.95…
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While MET helmets do not have a big presence in the US market, their helmets have been worn by a long list of top cyclists in Europe. The MET Trenta 3K is the brand’s top-of-the-line road cycling helmet and has received several updates over the years from MIPS to integrated carbon fiber to improve the performance. Retail price for the helmet is $399.99 which is $100 premium over the standard Trenta MIPS helmet. MET has incorporated a 3K carbon cage into the helmet to reduce weight and improve safety. Inside the helmet you’ll find a MIPS Air liner as well…
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Smith’s new Defy sunglasses not only have one of our favorite product names for a pair of sunglasses but they also have a lightweight semi-frameless design. The sunglasses are optimized to minimize weight and improve visibility with Smith’s ChromaPop lens technology and an oversized shape for extended coverage. Retail price for the sunglasses is $175 which includes a spare clear lens, zippered case and a fabric case. As with other Smith sunglasses, the Defy has Megol inserts on the temples and nose pads to keep the sunglasses in place. There are also AutoLock hinges that make it easy to put…
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The new Lezyne Saddle Ai Alert combines Lezyne’s expertise in bike lights with an artificial intelligence tuned brake sensor. This is a bright and compact rear taillight with a multi-LED design that harnesses Lezyne Ai Alert brake-sensing technology for additional visibility. Retail price for the Saddle Ai Alert 250 is $74.99 which is $10 premium over the Saddle Drive 250 which has no brake sensor. The taillight puts out 250 lumen of output via 10 LEDs arranged in a radial pattern. Lezyne has specifically designed the taillight for saddle mounting with an aluminum cylindrical body that tucks underneath saddles and…
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GOREWEAR’s Concurve lineup of running apparel has been a popular option for runners looking for high performance running gear for any climate. For this review, we’ll be looking at a running kit that includes the new Concurve shorts as well as their award-winning Concurve GORE-TEX Jacket. The shorts are part of a set of seven new short options in the Concurve lineup and retails for $60. It’s the 5” Brief model with integrated briefs and an elastic waistband. The Concurve GORE-TEX jacket retails for $250 and has won ISPO awards for the PFAS-Free GORE-TEX material. It’s a fully waterproof jacket…
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PEARL iZUMi’s PRO line of cycling apparel is their top-of-the-line offering that uses the latest technology to optimize performance and comfort. For this review, we’ll be looking at two pieces in the PRO lineup: the Expedition PRO Bib Shorts and the PRO Jersey. The Expedition PRO bib shorts are the latest bib shorts in PEARL iZUMi’s lineup and also their most expensive with a retail price of $295. They feature the PRO Levitate 3D Chamois along with a durable Armourtec Cordura material. To finish the kit we also have the $180 PRO Jersey which has new color options for 2025.…
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The new KOM Cycling Quick Release Light 350 is the latest headlight in KOM Cycling’s Quick Release product lineup. The light is designed to integrate seamlessly into bike cockpits with a dual sided Garmin and Wahoo mounts that can be placed between computers and mounts or below an out front mount. Retail price for the Quick Release Light 350 is $59.99 which includes Garmin and Wahoo adapters for both sides of the mount. As the name implies, the headlight has 350 lumen output with a wide COB LED front lens. KOM Cycling has also incorporated a multi-level battery indicator and…
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The Equinox sunglasses are one of the more unique designs of Shimano’s 2025 sunglass collection. These are marketed as sunglasses with tech-infused style and versatility that borrow from the S-PHYRE sunglasses. Retail price ranges from $120 with standard RIDESCAPE lens and $140 with photochromic lens option. The sunglasses are semi-frameless with an oversized lens and interchangeable lens design. Shimano has used a Rilsan polyamide frame along with a cutout temple arms to help with helmet compatibility. The sunglasses are offered in nine variations including road, gravel and off road RIDESCAPE lenses. The Shimano Equinox sunglasses combine a unique design with…