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For those with road or gravel bikes that don’t always ride in wet conditions, clip-on fenders are an excellent option. Not only can fenders keep your backside dry, but they can also protect your bike for dirt and grime. The SKS Raceblade Pro XL fenders are SKS’s ultimate clip-on fenders that are highly adjustable and provide lightweight protection. With a retail price of $74.99 the Raceblade Pro XL fenders are designed for 700C wheelsets with 25-32mm sized tires. The fenders use quick release rubber mounts to allow the fenders to be quickly installed or removed from nearly any style bike…
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The E11even Fitness bike is a budget friendly bike that is designed to make fitness fun. At only $599.99 it’s a budget friendly bike that is perfect for commuting or exploring local roads and trails. Despite the low price, E11even has incorporated a semi-hydroformed aluminum frame, disc brakes and 700x35c tires into the Fitness bike. The bike also features a 3×8 L-Twoo A3 drivetrain which uses a triple crankset upfront and an 8-speed cassette on the rear to allow the bike to climb easily and handle faster paced riding. As with other E11even products, the Fitness bike is focused on…
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The Lazer Strada KinetiCore is an affordably priced road cycling helmet that was developed for everything from leisurely weekend rides or high-intensity club rides. It’s part of Lazer’s new lineup of KinetiCore equipped helmets which is Lazer’s new built-in rotational protection impact system. The Strada KinetiCore is priced at $109.99 which makes it the most affordable road cycling KinetiCore helmet Lazer currently offers. Despite the affordable price point, the Strada KinetiCore has Lazer’s latest ScrollSys Belt head retention system and a 21 vent design to funnel air through the helmet. Instead of a ubiquitous MIPS liner, the Strada KinetiCore uses…
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Marketed as “the one for all” the new iGS630 is iGPSPORT’s new flagship cycling computer. The iGS630 was developed to be an easy to use cycling computer to satisfy beginner to expert cyclists and boasts a variety of features such as a color screen, full navigation and smart trainer connectivity. In terms of specifications, the iGS630 retails for $219.99 and has a 2.8” color LCD screen with 240×400 pixel resolution. As with some Wahoo computers, the iGS630 is a non-touch screen design that utilizes six buttons to navigate the interface. An integrated USB Type-C rechargeable battery allows the iGS630 to…
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The new Smith Bobcat sunglasses retain the full coverage and bold styling of the popular Smith Wildcat sunglasses but offer a small to medium fit. As the name implies, the Bobcat is a lighter version of the Wildcats and offers the same attractive full frame design and optics. Retail price ranges from $209 for standard ChromaPop lens options or $229 for the photochromic lens. The Bobcat uses Smith’s Evolve Bio Based frame which uses 53% bio-based material into the injected-polymer frame. For comfort, the Bobcat uses Megol temples and a two-position nose pad for a non-slip and adjustable fit. Additionally,…
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The Oakley Sutro sunglasses have been one of Oakley’s most popular shield style sunglasses and have been popular among cyclists. As Oakley often does, they’ve introduced yet another variation to the Sutro sunglasses with the new Sutro Lite Sweep Vented sunglasses that we’re reviewing here. The Sutro Lite Sweep Vented adds a retro-inspired swept lens design to the Sutro Lite semi-frameless sunglasses. These are available both as the vented variation we have here with the circular vents along the top brow or as a non-vented version. The Sutro Lite Sweep sunglasses retail for $189 which is the same as the…
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Knog is well known for their unique and attractive bike headlights and taillights. The new Blinder V series continues that legacy by incorporating their popular design elements with the latest COB LED technology. In this review we’ll be looking at the Blinder V Traffic which has a traffic light style three block pattern. Knog also offers a Blinder V Bolt variation which has nearly identical specifications but has a lightning bolt illumination pattern. Retail price on Blinder V lights is $49.95 and they are capable of upto 100 lumen output from the COB LED setup. A clever built-in USB-A connector…
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The Smith Boomtown sunglasses not only have one of our favorite product names, how can you go wrong with “boomtown”, but they are also designed to be a do-it-all pair of sunglasses. Whether you are on the beach, boat, running errands or cycling on or off the road, the Boomtown is designed to be stylish and provide protection from the sun. The sunglasses retail for $159 with Smith’s ChromaPop lenses or $179 with the polarized lenses that we have for this review. With either lens option, the Boomtown features an Evolve Bio Based Frame that incorporates 53% bio-based materials in…
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The Dual Blaze 1500 is one of Planet Bike’s brightest headlights to date and puts out 1500 lumens from the dual LED setup. Designed to light up the night, the Dual Blaze combines modern technology with Planet Bike’s iconic Superflash output mode. The Dual Blaze 1500 retails for $100 and features dual Nichia LEDs. Runtime range from 2.5 hours to 45 hours using the integrated 5000 mAh Samsung Li-ion battery. Recharging the light can be done in 3.5 hours using a fast-charging USB-C port which even supports USB C2C charging. The Dual Blaze 1500 even features Planet Bike’s iconic Superflash…