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When it comes to cycling shoes, Bont Cycling is well known for their anatomical and heat moldable carbon fiber shoes. However, they haven’t been known for affordability which is why we’re excited to be reviewing the new Bont Cycling Motion shoes. These are Bont’s most accessible cycling shoes to date and don’t sacrifice quality or fit to achieve the lower price point. Despite being just about $100, the Motion shoes have a stiff fiberglass anatomical sole design and integrated construction. The microfiber uppers are perforated for ventilation and utilizes a three velcro closure system. Bont Cycling also offers an optional…
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Bryton is well known for the affordable and feature-filled GPS cycling computers. Whether you’re looking for a color touchscreen or basic speed display, Bryton’s computers offer one of the best values on the market. The Bryton Rider 15 is one of the company’s most affordable computer models and in this review we’ll be looking at the latest version, the Bryton Rider 15 neo. With a retail price of only $69.95 for the headunit, the Rider 15 neo offers a number of features not typically found at this price point. The Rider 15 neo supports 3 satellite systems (GPS / Galileo…
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As a cyclist it’s important to ride defensively and to always be aware of your surroundings. Even if you follow all the rules of the road, all it takes is one distracted driver to ruin your day. That’s where The Beam’s Corky rear view mirror comes into play. With a retail price of ~$30.00 the Corky is a compact folding rear view mirror that is designed to fit drop bars from 21-23 mm in diameter. The simple bar plug design makes installation quick, while the rotating body and ball socket mount provide 360 degrees of rotation. The Beam also offers…
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While direct drive trainers have gained popularity, traditional wheel-on trainers offer a number of benefits. The direct contact between the tire and trainer makes wheel-on trainers compatible with a variety of bicycle drivetrains and also provide a more realistic feel. That’s why we are excited to be reviewing the Elite Tuo smart wheel-on trainer which combines interactive features and a contemporary design. The Elite Tuo uses a magnetic resistance unit that can simulate upto 10° slope and is rated for 1300 Watts with an impressive 5% accuracy. To reduce wear and tear on the trainer and bike, the Tuo also…
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As a cyclist, it’s important to carry extra parts and gear on rides to prevent getting stranded on the side of the road. If your saddlebag and jersey pocket are already full or you’re looking for a minimalist option, then the Lizard Skins Tube Strap is a great option. As the name implies, the Lizard Skins Tube Strap is a velcro strap that is designed to attach on seat tubes, saddles, downtubes, top tubes, or pretty much anywhere you need it. It features an elastic inner strap to hold on to tubes or other items securely while non-slip silicone strips…
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Roller style bike trainers offer one of the most realistic indoor riding experiences. Where most trainers lock the bike in place, rollers act more like a treadmill for your bike and allow for side-to-side movement and balancing. In this review, we’ll be looking at one of Elite’s top non-interactive rollers, the Elite Quick-Motion rollers. The Quick-Motion rollers feature a number of premium features such as parabolic rollers and a floating system to absorb sudden motions and keep the bike centered. While it’s not interactive, the magnetic resistance system offers quiet and smooth performance with three resistance settings. The features don’t…
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While Goodyear is best known for high performance automotive tires and their iconic blimp, their Eagle F1 road bike tires are a competitive offering. Goodyear offers two variations of the F1 tires, the Eagle F1 which we’ve previously reviewed and the Eagle F1 SuperSport that is the subject of this review. While both tire variations are described as ‘ultra-high-performance tires’, the SuperSport is targeted toward competitive use with a lighter weight construction. Available in sizes that vary from 700×23 to 700×28 as well as a tube only or tubeless complete option, it’s easy to find the right tire for any…
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If there is one upgrade every cyclist lusts for, its carbon fiber wheels. Not only are they lighter and stronger than traditional wheels, but they can also have aerodynamic benefits as well. XeNTiS is an Austrian company that makes arguably one of the most unique carbon fiber wheels on the market. Unlike other carbon fiber wheels that are open mold designs with a few decals put on them, the XeNTiS are handmade in Austria. The Mark3 SL wheels are one of XeNTis latest wheelsets and are the lightest iteration of their popular Mark3 wheels. At over 300 grams lighter than…
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Shimano recently updated their popular S-PHYRE RC9 shoe lineup with the RC902 models. If you are not familiar with them, S-PHYRE represents Shimano’s flagship product line and utilizes cutting edge materials and design. The Shimano S-PHYRE RC902 shoes sit at top of Shimano’s extensive cycling shoe lineup as their stiffest and highest performance shoe. It is one of the first cycling shoes to feature the updated BOA Li2 dials as well as a number of refinements from the RC901 shoes. Fit is improved by utilizing a 360° Surround Wrapping with a function specific zone approach to maximize comfort and stiffness.…