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Elite’s water bottles are popular among recreational and professional cyclists worldwide. With bottle collections ranging from the race-proven featherweight bottles all the way to stainless steel thermal bottles, Elite has a bottle for nearly every type of occasion. However, what is consistent with Elite’s bottles is that they combine lightweight, high flow nozzle designs. Elite’s latest bottle, the JET brings something new to the table – sustainability. In this review, we’ll be taking a closer look at the JET bottles which are constructed of biodegradable plastic material. They are currently offered in three sizes at affordable prices: 550ml ($7.99), 750ml…
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Named after the pavé and cobblestone sectors of the famed Paris Roubaix classic, the Sector tires have been a centerpiece of Hutchinson’s tubeless road tire selection. Optimized for challenging roads, Hutchinson offers them in both 700×28 and 700×32 size tubeless-ready variations that retail for $79.99. With a dual compound design and 127 tpi, the Sector tires are known for the smooth and supple ride quality over even the roughest roads. In this review, we’ll be specifically reviewing the Hutchinson Sector 28 tires on our Decathlon RC 520’s stock tubeless-ready wheels. The high grip and comfort of the Sector 28 tires…
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It wasn’t that many years ago when most flagship shoes featured combinations of velcro and bulky ratcheting designs. The BOA dial system and other similar dials provides a far more compact and elegant solution to cycling shoe closure systems. Today dial systems have trickled down from flagship shoes to even entry-level cycling shoes. While most flagship shoes today use the robust BOA IP1 dial system, which provides dual direction micro adjustments, cycling shoe designers have been creative in how the dial(s) are implemented. This leads us to the topic of today’s review, the Bont Cycling Helix carbon cycling shoes. Not…
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With the advancements in tubeless tire technology and tubeless-ready wheels, it’s common to see tubeless setups on everything from entry level bikes to high-end models. Thanks to the puncture resistance and lower pressures that come with tubeless setups, they have become increasingly common throughout the bike industry. This rise in popularity has led to a number of accessories aimed at tubeless tire installation, repair, and maintenance. Today, we’ll be looking at the Topeak Tubibooster tire inflation system that is designed to simplify installation of tubeless tires. The Tubibooster is designed to properly mount a tubeless tire on a rim by…
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Given the choice between riding on a warm sunny day versus a wet day, most cyclists would undoubtedly choose the former. Nevertheless, while we cannot command the weather one way, we can choose the right gear for wet weather to make the most out of it. Whether you’re commuting to work or doing a long training ride, one essential wet weather accessory is the bicycle fender. However, except for those who live in wet weather climates most cyclists install and uninstall fenders for the occasional rainy day or only portions of the year. Typical fenders are bulky and can require…
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Even as bike lights become smarter and brighter, they all share one major weakness… the battery. Whether you’re using traditional AAA batteries or the latest high capacity rechargeable Lithium Ion cells, batteries either need to regularly be recharged or replaced. For a more permanent solution to bike lighting, the primary option has typically been dynohub powered lights. However, these use friction to generate electricity and are often bulky in size. Reelight has developed a variety of magnetically powered non-contact lights that offer an alternative solution. Today we’ll be looking at the Reelight CIO lightset which includes a headlight and tail…
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Magicshine has recently released a number of new Seemee taillights that combine smart features with impressive output. In this review, we’ll be looking specifically at the Magicshine Seemee 100 one of the more affordable variations that has dual element LED design. The Seemee 100 is quite affordable at only $34.99 for the features, and also boasts a maximum of 100 lumens of output. With this latest generation of tail lights, Magicshine has incorporated both an ambient light sensor as well as a brake sensor. These two sensors allow the taillight to automatically adjust the output based on the current conditions…
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Unless you are a professional cyclist with a support vehicle on call, you’ll need to carry your own supplies when riding. Depending on the length of your ride, you should at a minimum have a spare tube and tire repair kit with you just in case. Although you can stick these items in a jersey pocket, a saddlebag is a much more convenient and comfortable place to store them. Saddlebags offer secure storage that you can simply leave on your bike and keep your jersey pockets clear from clutter. In this review, we’ll be looking at the Topeak Burrito Pack…
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Founded in 1975, Bont Cycling is an Australian company that is well known for their carbon moldable shoes and anatomical shoe designs. The Vaypor S has been one of Bont Cycling’s most popular cycling shoe models and there is a good reason for that. They combine a heat moldable unidirectional carbon fiber outsole with a dual dial BOA fixture system for a stiff and lightweight cycling shoe. In this review we will be looking at their latest variation, the Vaypor S Reflex which adds a retro-reflective coating for nighttime visibility. Within the new Reflex product line, you can choose from…