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Bryton’s S-series of GPS cycling computers have been the brand’s premium GPS computers that offer color touch screens and the latest features. The new Bryton Rider S510 is the latest iteration of the 500 series of the computers and features a refined design, larger screen and more intuitive features. Retail price on the S510 remains a competitive $249.95 and includes a 2.8” color touch screen with a claimed 30 hour runtime. The Rider 510 incorporates all of Bryton’s features including the group ride & chat as well as the new Climb Challenge 2.0 that shows climb profiles in real-time for…
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As a cyclist it can be difficult to pick the right jacket for a ride, if you overdress you’ll be sweating on a ride and if you underdress you’ll be shivering on the descents. Velocio’s solution to this common issue is their new One Jacket that is designed to do it all with a waterproof, windproof and breathable construction. The technology doesn’t come cheap though, as the One Jacket retails for $349 and is offered in men’s and women’s specific versions. Per Velocio’s specs, the jacket is designed to be used in temperatures ranging from 32-50 Fahrenheit. One of the…
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Portland Design Works (PDW) Timber to Town collection was designed to celebrate cycling from city riding to trails. In this review, we’ll be looking at the collection’s ZigZag bottle cage and companion Timber to Town water bottle. The ZigZag bottle cage retails for $35 and is a classic stainless steel tube bottle cage that is made in Japan. PDW has designed the cage using 5mm tubing with smooth bends and a nice tree cutout on the mounting surface. As with many PDW products, the ZigZag cage has a companion $11.95 22oz Timber to Town bottle with matching green design. The…
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The new iGPSPORT iGS800 is one of the most expensive and feature-filled GPS computers that iGPSPORT has released to date. iGPSPORT has thrown all the latest training, connectivity and interactive features at the iGS800 to create a premium cycling computer that can compete with the latest computers on the market. As with other iGPSPORT products, the iGS800 is competitively priced with a $359.90 retail price and massive 3.5” color touch screen. Under the slim body is a 2050 mAh battery with USB-C charging that is capable of 50+ runtimes. Aside from the large screen, the iGS800 features training metrics and…
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Bryton’s new Rider 17 is one of their latest entry level GPS cycling computers that offers accurate GPS tracking at an affordable price point. The Rider 17 is a replacement for the previous Rider 15 neo with the most obvious upgrades being the larger display and additional sensor connectivity. Retail price on the Rider 17 is an affordable $69.95 which is impressive given the 3” screen and support for standard sensors including bike radars. The Rider 17 also features a 25 hr runtime with modern USB-C charging. An integrated GNSS chip ensures the Rider 17 works worldwide on various GPS…
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While Magicshine has had their name on a bike rear radar with the co-branded Magene / Magicshine Seemee 508 the taillight design didn’t share much in common with Magicshine’s other lights. The Magicshine Seemee R300 is their latest radar and uses an all-new design with multi-element LEDs that incorporate some of the best features of Magicshine’s other lights. As with many Magicshine products, the Seemee R300 undercuts other radars on the market with a highly competitive $129.99 retail price. The radar has a claimed 140m detection range with a wide 20 degree horizontal range to detect approaching cars. Magicshine has…
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Magicshine’s EVO lineup of headlights offer sharp beam cutoffs with high output LEDs to light up the road without blinding oncoming traffic. The Magicshine EVO 1100 is one of the latest additions to the EVO lineup and is one of the most affordable models. Retail price on the EVO 1100 is only $69.99 which is impressive given the 1100 lumen output. As with the EVO lights, the EVO 1100 has a sharp beam cutoff that eliminates glare. The headlight has a unique square-shape with aluminum housing and top-mounted GoPro adapter that is designed to be mounted under out-front mounts. Magicshine…
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Bike bells are an easy way to ensure pedestrians or other cyclists know you are approaching them. Portland Design Works offers two bike bell options that use a classic solid brass design for a loud and clear ding to notify people you are there. There is a $25 King of Ding II model as well as a $28 Alexander Graham option which offer unique mounting options. The King of Ding II has a traditional handlebar mount design while the Alexander Graham has a clever headset mount design that replaces a 10mm spacer. Both bells have quick-reflex alloy clappers and are…
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Bike bells are an easy way to ensure pedestrians or other cyclists know you are approaching them. The RAVEMEN Q1 is a compact aluminum bell that is designed to blend in on handlebars without sacrificing sound quality. At only $14.95 the Q1 bell is also quite affordable for its aluminum construction. Despite the space saving design, the RAVEMEN Q1 still achieves a loud 110 dB to make sure people hear you coming. RAVEMEN has designed the Q1 to be compatible with 22.2 to 31.8 handlebars using a single bolt clamp design. The bell is only offered in a black finish…