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Touted as “more lightweight, more ventilated, more iconic” the new Lazer Z1 KinetiCore helmet takes their iconic Z1 helmets and integrates Lazer’s proprietary KinetiCore technology. This replaces traditional MIPS liners with the lightweight EPS foam KinetiCore design to reduce direct and rotational impacts for improved safety. The new Z1 KinetiCore helmet retails for $279.99 and achieves an impressive 5 star Virginia Tech rating. Lazer has focused on lightweight and ventilation with the Z1 helmet which means you have 33 vents and cleverly integrated Advanced RollSys Fit System. With the Z1 you have a top mounted thumb wheel for adjustments which…
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Bontrager’s Blendr system is a modular mounting system that provides an integrated design to mount accessories on your bicycle. It’s a three piece design that combines a stem, base and mounting accessory to attach lights, computers or phones. While Bontrager has extended the system to include integrated handlebars, taillights and saddlebags, we’re going to focus on the core stem / base / mounts products in this guide. Bontrager also has a comprehensive compatibility chart that covers all the options and even legacy products no longer available we’d highly recommend taking a look at. There are a wide variety of accessories…
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Although bike technology has come a long way, nearly all bikes still use air tires which need to be maintained regularly. The Flextail Tiny Bike Pump is a portable electronic pump that has the compact form factor of a CO2 canister but has a rechargeable design. Despite the small size, the Tiny Bike Pump is capable of 100 psi pressure and compatible with Presta, Schrader and even inflatable balls. Flextail offers the pump for a retail price of $99.99 which is similarly priced as other compact electric pumps. Inside the Tiny Bike Pump you’ll find a 350mAh battery which can…
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As the weather gets colder and wet it can be hard to keep up the motivation to keep riding and training. The Le Col Pro Jacket is a new cycling jacket that is advertised as Le Col’s fastest winter jacket. Constructed using Polartec Power Shield fabric, the Pro Jacket is wind and waterproof without the bulk of traditional cycling jackets. All that tech doesn’t come cheap though as the Le Col Pro Jacket retails for a hefty $345. Le Col has added quite a few premium features into the jacket such as reflective detailing, a four pocket setup and an…
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When it comes to affordable and beginner friendly drones there are a lot of models and brands to choose from these days. In this review, we’ll be looking at the latest Snaptain’s E20 drone which is designed for affordability and ease of use. With a retail price of $199.99 it’s a mid-level drone and features a high-resolution 2.7k camera with a 90 degree FOV. The drone includes two 2000mAh batteries with a flight time of approximately 18 minutes each. With its wifi-only connection, the E20 is limited to heights under 262 ft and 490 ft distances. The E20 also features…
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Handlebar bags are a convenient and easy way to carry extra gear on a bike for running errands or longer self-supported rides. Thousand’s new Crossbody Handlebar bag is a compact handlebar bag that can also be worn as a cross body bag with a clever 2-in-1 design. The Crossbody bag retails for $49 and offers 2L capacity. The bag uses three plastic buckles to attach to handlebars as well as an additional body strap that can be stored in a hidden rear pocket. With its clever design you can easily use the Crossbody bag on or off the bike and…
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After listening to customer’s feedback, Thousand has released their updated Traveler 2.0 magnetic bike lights. The Traveler lights utilize the same stylish yet functional design approach as Thousand helmets to create be-seen style lights that are easy to use and keep you safe on the road. With the 2.0 version we have in this review, Thousand has improved the mounts as well as simplified the user interface. Each light retails for $35 while a set costs $70 for both the headlight and taillight. The headlight is capable of 300 lumen while the taillight has a 105 lumen output which makes…
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If you’ve been to your local Costco or big box store, you may have come across Ascend Aeronautic drones. In this review, we’ll be looking at the latest version of the Ascend Aeronautics drone which is the ASC-2680. This drone adds a number of features such as a higher resolution camera and Optical Flow technology for more stable flying. Despite the improvements the drone still retails for a budget friendly $49.99. The ASC-2680 is a lightweight quadcopter with a 1080P HD camera for video or image capture. Ascend Aeronautics claims a 15-18 minute flight time with a 400 foot range.…
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RAVEMEN is a well known brand that offers a variety of bright and affordable bike lights. The XR6000 is one of RAVEMEN’s brightest headlights with an impressive 6000 lumen output and a unique dual beam design that can be used for road cycling or mountain biking. Retail price of the XR6000 is $349.95 which is impressive for the 6000 lumen output. To achieve the high output, the XR6000 is a wired light that features a large 8000mAh battery pack that connects to a 9 LED headlight. An aluminum housing with integrated heat fins helps dissipate the heat from the LEDs…