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With standard side-entry bottle cages you have to make sure you purchase the correction version as they are a directional design. Topeak’s Dualside Cage series are a clever solution to this issue by making the cages to be reversible. In this review, we’ll be looking at the new Dualside Cage EX which is a budget friendly addition to the Dualside product line. Retail price on the cage is only $12.95 and does not include mounting bolts. The cage is a lightweight polymer design and it is designed to work for bottles between 72 and 75mm. Topeak has designed the cage…
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Ratchets are a more efficient alternative to standard wrenches or Allen keys that allow you to quickly loosen or tighten bolts in hard to reach areas. Topeak’s Ratchet Rocket Essential HD is the enhanced version of Topeak’s Ratchet Rocket Essential kit and features a high torque ratchet for doing tasks like pedal installation. The kit retails for $62.95 and has 15 available functions using the ratchet, extension and 12 bits. One of the main features of the kit is the high torque ratchet which is a heavy duty reversible aluminum ratchet that is rated for up to 60 Nm. The…
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The new GOREWEAR Concurve Windbreaker is a lighter weight running windbreaker that is an alternative to GOREWEAR’s Concurve Gore-Tex jacket. Where the full jacket is fully waterproof, the new Concurve Windbreaker is optimized for three-season protection. Retail price on the Concurve Windbreaker is $100 and is available in both men’s and women’s variations with eleven colors to choose from. GOREWEAR claims these are their most comfortable windbreakers thanks to the low air permeable, double-weave material that doesn’t cling like traditional windbreakers. The Concurve Windbreaker has a PFAS-free DWR finish to protect against light rain and reflective details for additional safety.…
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PEARL iZUMi is well known for their cycling apparel that offer something for everything from new cyclists to professional cyclists. Their PRO line not only includes cycling kits, but also the Pro Road carbon cycling shoes which are positioned as a mid-level cycling shoe. The shoes have been part of PEARL iZUMi’s lineup since about 2023 but have recently received a new Iridescent Navy color. Retail price on the shoes is $260 with both a men’s and women’s specific options in sizes from 39-49 EUR. The shoes feature a perforated synthetic upper that is attached to a highly ventilated 1:1…
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Shimano’s Dura-Ace pedals are the lightest and most advanced road cycling pedals that Shimano currently offers. The Dura-Ace PD-R9100 are the latest pedal offering for the Dura-Ace groupset and feature matching black finish and graphical treatments. Retail price for the PD-R9100 pedals is $280 which includes the SM-SH12 cleats with mounting hardware. The pedals are constructed using a carbon composite body with a fully serviceable steel axle. Shimano offers the pedal in a standard width or a 4mm longer version for riders with a wide stance. As with all of Shimano’s pedals, the Dura-Ace pedals have a generous 65mm design…
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Whether you’re mechanically inclined or not, it’s essential to have some basic tools for doing basic tasks on a bicycle. The Topeak Essential Toolshop is one of Topeak’s latest tool kits that combines some of their popular tools into a single kit with a custom carrying case. Retail price on the Essential Toolshop is $119.95 and the kit includes 24 functions. The main star of the tools is the high torque ratchet which has a 60 Nm limit and can be used with the included 18 bits that includes hex, Torx and screwdriver bits. Topeak also includes a Torqbit which…
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Wind vests are an essential part of any cyclist’s wardrobe as they offer wind protection to maintain core temperatures in cooler weather without causing you to overheat. They are perfect for shoulder season riding or for long descents through forests where the temperatures can drop. Velocio’s SE Wind Vest combines a lightweight windproof and water-resistant construction with a compact size that can easily be packed away in a pocket. Retail price for the SE Wind Vest is $159 which includes a windproof and water-resistant construction. The vest also features a streamlined fit for a sleek look when it’s worn and…
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The iGPSPORT BSC200S is one of the latest computers to iGPSPORT’s budget friendly computer lineup and is the mid-tier option. iGPSPORT has taken the previous BSC200 and upgraded it with a color screen and expanded connectivity to create this new BSC200S model. Retail price on the computer is an affordable $79.90 which is impressive for a GPS cycling computer with a 2.4” color screen. The BSC200S features basic navigation with turn prompts and a breadcrumb view as well as 25 hour runtime with USB-C charging. The computer also has a standard Garmin mount and BLE / ANT+ connectivity to connect…
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The iGPSPORT BSC100S is iGPSPORT’s entry-level GPS cycling computer in the BSC lineup. At only $49.90, the BSC100S is a budget friendly GPS cycling computer that packs an impressive range of features. iGPSPORT has utilized a 2.6” black and white TFT LCD display with a predefined grid layout. The display has a unique dynamic bar graphic at the top of the display that adjusts based on the primary data field. Thanks to the small size, the BSC100S has a claimed 40 hour runtime with a 600 mAh internal battery and USB-C charging port. The computer uses a standard Garmin quarter…