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In the not so distant past, cheap cycling computers were limited to wired designs that required magnets and carefully placed sensors. With the advancements in GPS and affordability of computer chips that’s no longer true. Case in point, the $29.99 CYCPLUS G1 GPS cycling computer that is the topic of this review. Described as a “mini GPS cycling computer” the CYCPLUS G1 has square profile, IPX6 waterproof rating with a 2” FSTN screen. It is one of the most affordable GPS computers available on the market and developed for riders who want a simple and easy to use computer. However,…
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The DMT KR3 are DMT’s mid-level cycling shoes and are marketed as “light, comfortable and fast full Knit road shoes.” Not only does the DMT KR3 cycling shoes utilize DMT’s distinctive full knit upper, it also offers Italian design and performance at a more affordable price point. The retail price of $299.90 the KR3s sits between the nylon soled KR4 and the more expensive KR1 shoes. The KR3s shoe combines a fully engineered knit upper construction with a stiff carbon fiber sole for optimal performance and comfort. Designed to work with 3-bolt cleats, the KR3s also have Look Keo memory…
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With 11,500 combined lumen output, the Magicshine Monteer 3500S and 8000S is one of the brightest and best headlight combinations Magicshine currently offers for mountain biking. Individually, both Magicshine Monteer lights offer impressive output and affordable price points but are even better together. The lightweight Monteer 3500S is ideal for helmet mounting with its long beam throw to see around corners, while the obscenely bright 8000S lights up the trail when handlebar mounted. The retail price of $610.97 for the combination of the Monteer 3500S ($199.99), 8000S ($399.99) and a helmet mount ($10.99) doesn’t sound cheap but at more than…
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Although POC is best known for their sleek sunglasses and helmets, they also offer cycling apparel. The POC Essential collection is a full cycling apparel line up that includes everything from socks, bibs, to jackets. In this review, we’ll be focusing on two of the Essential Gloves in the collection – the Mesh Glove and the Road Light Glove. Both gloves feature 4-way stretch mesh fabric for a comfortable fit and ventilation. The fingerless mesh road light retails for $40 while the full-fingered mesh glove is $45. Both gloves are offered in a variety of graphic schemes with POC’s unique…
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With most cycling sunglasses moving towards larger and larger frame designs, the Bollé Bolt 2.0 is a refreshing alternative. The semi-frameless design features a class wrap-around design with a smooth yet aggressive profile. The Bolt 2.0 retains the original dimensions but with enhanced design and Bollé’s latest Phantom and Volt+ lens options. Retail prices range from $110 for a clear lens upto $170 for photo chromic Phantom lens option. In this review, we’ll be specifically looking at the mid-level $140 titanium matte Bolt 2.0 with Bollé’s violet Volt+ lens. In addition to the interchangeable lens design, the Bolt 2.0 features…
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There are two ways to go fast as a cyclist, additional training or reducing weight. For those looking at the second option then you’ll want a lightweight bike and gear such as the POC Ventral Lite. It’s one of the lightest variations of the Ventral helmet that POC offers and has been optimized to maximize ventilation and trim every extra gram. While the Ventral Lite looks similar to the other POC Ventral helmets, the structure has been optimized with a different density EPS foam to allow them to reduce the in-mold PC shell to only the necessary areas. Additionally, the…
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Originally patented in 1989, SPEEDPLAY pedals represented a clean slate approach to road cycling pedals and offered innovative features. Known as the lollipop pedals, SPEEDPLAY gained popularity with amateur and professional cyclists due to their dual-sided design and low stack height. However, in more recent years Shimano SPD-SL and Look Keo pedals have come to dominate the road cycling pedal market. Wahoo has decided to change that with their purchase of SPEEDPLAY and the newly introduced revamped SPEEDPLAY pedals. The new Wahoo SPEEDPLAY pedals retain the same iconic design but are updated with sealed bearings for easier maintenance, hex hardware,…
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While most oversize sunglasses have designs inspired by goggles, the POC Devour is one of the first to be developed to actually replace goggles. That means the Devour sunglasses literally devour your face with a very wide and tall lens for additional protection against the sun and debris. The POC Devour sunglasses retail for $250.00 and feature an interchangeable lens design with a variety of Clarity lens options for both road cycling and trail riding. POC also includes a clear lens with the sunglasses for low-light or night time riding. Behind the sleek silhouette of the sunglasses is a lightweight…
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SCOTT’s Supersonic collection was developed with one thing in mind – pure race speed. The collection includes a number of SCOTT’s top-of-the-line bikes and accessories. In this review, we’ll be looking at Road RC SL Supersonic edition road cycling shoes which take the minimalist Road RC SL shoes and add the limited edition Supersonic color scheme. Although the shoes have a premium $499.95 retail price, SCOTT has put in quite a bit of tech and performance into the shoes. Built on a HMX carbon sole, the Road RC SL’s feature SCOTT’s highest stiffness index of 10 to maximize performance. To…