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Due to the ever increasing size of cell phones, mounting one onto a bicycle handlebar can take valuable space and add clutter. SKS’s Compit Stem mount is a minimalist and integrated cell phone mount that addresses this problem. Retailing for $29.99, the Compit Stem mount is a compact and adjustable cell phone mount that attaches below the headset top cap. Designed to work with any 1 ⅛” headset, the Compit Stem is a lightweight mount with an adjustable angle that can be rotated to place your smart phone ahead or behind the top cap. The mount is designed to work…
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Affordability and cycling GPS computers are two phrases that you don’t usually hear together. Thanks to companies such as Coospo that’s something that is changing as they offer a variety of GPS computers at accessible price points. In this review, we’ll be looking at their most affordable option, the entry-level Coospo BC26 GPS computer. Although the brand Coospo may not be familiar to everyone, it’s actually short for Cool-Sport and was founded in 2011. At only $35.99 the BC26 is the cheapest GPS computer Coospo offers and features a large 2.3” FSTN screen. Designed to be easy to use, the…
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Storage space on a bike comes at a premium which is why most people stuff tire repair kits into jersey pockets or saddlebags. That means you’re often rummaging through gear to find what you need when you do get a flat or need your multi-tool. The Topeak Gravel Gear Bag is a complete essential repair kit that organizes everything into a sleek fabric case with 0.6L capacity. Although the retail price of $139.95 isn’t particularly affordable, Topeak includes a number of extra tools with the bag which includes the Tubi 11 multi-tool ($39.95 on its own), Power Lever X ($17.95)…
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As out-front bike light and computer mounts increase in popularity, more and more people are mounting bike lights upside down. If your bike front light has an anti-glare or directional beam design, mounting the light upside down can actually increase glare and reduce the effectiveness of the beam. The Moon Sport Rigel 700 solves this issue with a reversible anti-glare lens that allows the light to be mounted in either direction safely while reducing glare. With 700 lumen verified output and a retail price of only $57.84, the Rigel 700 is a compact and bright commuter light. The headlight uses…
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With the number of high-end boutique bike brands and ever increasing retail prices, it’s easy to forget that cycling is supposed to be accessible and fun. You don’t need the latest carbon fiber technology or aerodynamics to have fun cycling around town or longer distances. If there is one bike that proves that, it’s the Priority Ace which combines Priority Bicycle’s expertise in low maintenance Gates Carbon Belt drive with a nimble aluminium single-speed frame. Priority offers two variations of the Ace – the more casual $599 Ace of Clubs and the performance oriented $899 Ace of Spades (seen in…
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Although bike headlights have continued to get brighter and offer more features they’re almost always only offered in simple black finishes. Magicshine has decided to change that with their latest $89.99 RN 1500 front headlight. What’s unique about the RN 1500 is that Magicshine offers the light in three eye-catching anodized colors: Space Gray, Wine Red, and Deep Blue. The colored finishes allow you to match the light with your bike color scheme. The RN 1500 is not only stylish but also offers modern amenities such as USB-C charging port (which supports USB C2C) and a Garmin compatible quarter turn…
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Whether you ride an aerodynamic carbon fiber road bike or a durable steel gravel bike, storage comes at a premium. Finding space for repair tools, tire inflators, spare tubes or food can be difficult without overstuffing pockets or bags. Topeak’s solution to this is their new NINJA MASTER+ series of bottle cages and accessories which allow you to mount gear directly to your bottle cage. In this review we’ll be looking at the Ninja Master+ Toolbox T16 which is their weatherproof T16 multi-tool box. With a retail price of $59.95 the Toolbox T16 offers a 16 function multi-tool with a…
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Handlebar bags are one of the more convenient ways of carrying extra gear on a bike. They place your essential items or snacks directly in front of your handlebar for quick and easy access. In this review we’ll be looking at the LeadHandlebar bags are one of the more convenient ways of carrying extra gear on a bike. They store your essential items or snacks directly in front of your handlebar for quick and easy access. In this review, we’ll be looking at the Lead Out! Mini Handlebar bag which is a compact 1.3L handlebar bag. Lead Out! is a…
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If you’re looking for a way to make your bike standout and drop a few grams in the process then carbon fiber bottle cages are a great option. In this review we’ll specifically be looking at Topeak’s latest SHUTTLE CAGE XE 3K carbon fiber bottle cage. It’s marketed as an ultra-light, aerodynamic and relatively affordable 3K bottle cage. It accomplishes this with a feather-weight 22 gram weight and a $62.95 retail price. Although that isn’t particularly budget friendly, compared to other 3K carbon fiber cages it’s quite competitive. The SHUTTLE CAGE XE 3K is constructed of Torayca Japan T700 and…