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For cyclists that want to ride like a pro but don’t have a pro sponsorship to cover the cost of gear, the Northwave Extreme GT 2 shoes are an attractive option. Northwave has incorporated the innovative XFrame 2 construction and dual SLW3 dial setup from the Extreme Pro shoes into the more affordable $249.99 Extreme GT 2 shoes. To achieve the lower price point, the shoes feature a Morph Carbon 12 AAS Sole with a 100% carbon center plate. As with other Northwave shoes, the soles can be used with 3-bolt cleats and Look Memory Tab system as well as…
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Traditional cycling water bottle cages can be divided into three categories: top, left, or right side entry. For bikes with sloping top tubes or smaller frames, side-entry cages are often the only option for mounting bottle cages. Elite’s new T-Race bottle cage breaks those traditional labels and offers a dual-side entry option. With monoblock structure composed of fiber-reinforced material, the T-Race is also quite affordable at $16.99. Although it isn’t the lightest bottle cage Elite offers, the T-Race features a soft touch cage that is designed to hold bottles securely without scratching them. Elite also offers the T-Race in four…
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With a smaller footprint and sleeker folding design, saddle tool rolls are a streamlined way to carry gear and tools on the bike and replace traditional rigid saddlebags. In this review, we’ll be looking at KOM Cycling’s new Saddle Tool Roll which is a part of their new ATOP dial accessory product line. Rather than using traditional velcro straps, KOM Cycling has developed multiple products that use ATOP dials instead. The medium sized Saddle Tool Roll specifically retails for $39.99 and has a three-pocket design to carry tubes, tools and food. With a streamlined profile and water resistant fabric construction…
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Developed for uncompromising performance, the Rush sunglasses are one of the largest Julbo currently offers. The Julbo Rush sunglasses have an oversized lens design that is ideal for skiing, trail running, or cycling depending on which lens you choose. The Rush sunglasses can be configured from $159.95 with Spectron lens all the way to $229.95 with the photochromic Reactiv lens. In this review we’ll be looking at the Reactiv lens option which has a non-temperature sensitive photochromic technology and offers an impressive 0-3 filter category range. The Julbo Rush sunglasses are a full frame design with highly adjustable Flex3 temples…
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If you’re looking for an alternative to traditional saddlebags or a sleeker way to carry extra gear, KOM Cycling has you covered. The new KOM Cycling Frame Strap offers a lightweight minimalist solution to carrying gear on your frame. What sets the frame strap apart from similar products on the market is that KOM Cycling has integrated an ATOP dial in place of a traditional velcro strap. The ATOP dial simplifies installation with micro-tightening adjustments and a soft nylon lace to hold the frame strap securely in place. Retail price for the frame strap is $29.99 and it can be…
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Having proper air inflation on your bike, car or other sports equipment tires is essential to keep them working properly and efficiently. With manual hand or floor pumps, it can be easy to put off checking air pressure as it can be time consuming to use. That’s why the CYCPLUS A8 inflator is a convenient gadget to own. The A8 features one of CYCPLUS’s largest 2600 mAh rechargeable battery with USB Type-C charging port. Retail price for the A8 inflator is $49.99 which is competitive against other electric and handpumps. An aluminium body and venting on the body help keep…
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One of the most important tools every cyclist should carry is a tire lever. Although simple in construction, tire levers are essential for removing tires off a rim quickly and easily whether you’re installing tubeless tires or replacing traditional tubes. KOM Cycling has combined the essential tire lever with another important tool – a valve core remover. With a retail price of only $9.99 the KOM Cycling Tire Lever Combo Set costs less than traditional tire levers or separate valve core tools (e.g. the Park Tool VC-1 is $10.49 alone). The integrated design allows the CNC Aluminium valve core tool…
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Developed in collaboration with BOA, the La Sportiva Cyklon shoes combine the latest BOA Fit System with a high performance trail running shoe. Although we’re accustomed to seeing BOA dials in cycling shoes, it’s exciting to see them incorporated into a highly technical trail running shoe. The Cyklon shoes retail for $160 and are optimized for racing or medium distance trail runs with major elevation changes. That means La Sportiva has incorporated an alphabet soup of features into the shoes from the Spyral Tongue EVO, FiXion XF 2.0 outsole, to a dual-density Memlex EVA midsole to achieve a lightweight yet…
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One of the most popular types of bottles on the market today are stainless steel bottles. Not only are they more environmentally friendly than traditional plastic bottles, but the stainless steel construction doesn’t have any taste residue and has a non-porous design that resists mold. While stainless steel bottles have become popular for outdoor use, the Bivo One claims to be the first specifically designed for cycling. With a clever Gravity Flow cap, the Bivo One provides a high-flow rate without the need to squeeze. The 21oz single-wall non-insulated stainless steel bottle has a non-slip silicone coating that is available…