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Whether you’re a gravel cyclist with multiple bags already on your bike or a minimalist road cyclist trying to minimize weight, strap-style EDC packs are a great way to carry extra gear. These are simple fabric loops that can be mounted on saddle rails, seaposts or downtubes to carry gear. Topeak’s Elementa frame strap is their newest offering in the EDC space with three different available sizes. There is a $24.95 size small (20” x 1”), $27.95 size medium (27” x 1”) and a $29.95 size large (28” x 1.5”) to choose from. All the variations use a similar anti-slip…
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While the Shimano S-PHYRE RC9 shoes may get the most media coverage, their high price makes them inaccessible for most cyclists. This is where the Shimano RC300 shoes come in with high-performance features and construction at a mid-level price point. These slot above the RC1 shoes which have Velcro straps, but below the RC7 and RC5 shoe variations. For this review, we have the $125 Shimano RC300 cycling shoes which feature a single BOA L6 dial. Shimano offers these in both a women’s specific version, shown in this review, and a men’s version with slightly different color options. The RC300…
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Magicshine’s Seemee taillight offers everything from low-output budget options to high powered dual lens taillights. In this review we’ll be looking at one of the latest additions, the Magicshine Seemee 50 which is a budget friendly taillight that’s bright enough for most riders. With a retail price of only $24.99, the Seemee 50 is one of the most affordable options in the Magicshine Seemee lineup. As the name implies, the Seemee 50 has a 50 lumen output with a 430 mAh battery that’s rated for up to 30.5 hours of use. Despite the budget price, the Seemee 50 features an…
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If you were a fan of the Magicshine’s Seemee 200 but didn’t think 200 lumens were enough, then we have good news for you. The new Magicshine Semee 300 we have here combines all the innovative features of the Semee 200 but adds a second LED to achieve a blinding 300 lumen output. Despite the combination of two focused LEDs, a downward facing OptiTracing LED and a COB LED ring, the Seemee 300 still has an affordable $59.99 retail price. With 300 lumen of output and a variety of flash modes and constant modes to choose from it’s a very…
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Topeak’s known for the bike pumps whether it’s the JoeBlow floor series or portable mini pumps. In this review we’ll be looking at one of their mini pumps specifically designed for road cyclists. The $47.95 Roadie 2Stage Mini pump is a compact bike pump that’s only compatible with Presta valves. What sets this pump apart from other mini pumps is the two stage inflation that offers a high volume mode (0-75 psi) and high pressure (75-160 psi) mode. At only 6.4” in length the Roadie 2Stage easily fits in jersey pockets or saddle bags for inflation on the road. The…
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If you’re looking for the top-of-the-line cycling shoes, you don’t have to look any further than Shimano’s S-PHYRE RC9 shoes. Not only are these one of the most beautiful shoes on the market, but they leverage Shimano’s vast experience for a precise fit and power transfer. These are the third generation of the S-PHYRE shoes and have subtle improvements to optimize the fit. The Shimano S-PHYRE RC903 shoes retail for $450 and feature a dual BOA Li2 dial closure system. These are one of Shimano’s stiffest cycling shoes with a full carbon fiber outsole and anti-twist heel cup. Shimano has…
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Unless you’re a professional cyclist with a support team trailing you, it’s essential to carry tools for roadside repairs or adjustments. In this review we’ll be looking at one of Topeak’s smaller folding mini-tools, the simply named Topeak Mini 9. With a retail price of only $21.95, the Mini 9 multi-tool offers 9 functions. There are two rows of swiveling tools attached to an anodized extruded aluminum body. There are six allen wrenches ranging from 2-8mm which can be used for tightening stems or removing thru-axles. Additionally there is a T25 Torx wrench and a PH2 phillips head to cover…
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While a photo may be worth a thousand words, having video footage of a crash or near hit can be priceless. Magicshine’s new Seemee DV is their first combination taillight and camera which acts like a rear dashcam for your bicycle. As with other Magicshine products, the Seemee DV undercuts the pricing of popular Garmin and Cycliq camera taillight while adding features. The Seemee DV retails for only $119.99 and combines a 1080P HD camera with a 30 lumen COB LED taillight. Video footage is saved onto a removable MicroSD card, an 8gb card included but the Seemee DV supports…
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Shimano’s S-PHYRE series not only includes the popular RC9 cycling shoes but also a wide range of cycling apparel. In this review, we’ll be taking a look at the Shimano S-PHYRE sunglasses which offer clear optics and pro-level features. The CE-SPHR2 sunglasses we have are the second generation of the S-PHYRE sunglasses and retail for $220. Shimano has incorporated their RIDESCAPE lenses and a clever magnetic attachment system. Pulling up on the magnets on the lens and corresponding frame edges allows you to swap them out for the included clear lenses for low-light conditions. The S-PHYRE sunglasses are oversized cycling…