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Claimed to be the world’s best disc brake pads, the absoluteBLACK GRAPHENEpads have been a controversial product since their first release due to the bold marketing claims. However, the unique brake pads have been used by none other than Tadej Pogacar with the extended fins being easy to spot sticking out from calipers. Their claim to fame is their use of graphene and cooling fin design to dissipate heat and improve braking performance. The technology doesn’t come cheap though as the retail price for a pair of pads is $51.90 for most road Shimano and SRAM setups as well as…
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iGPSPORT’s BSC100 model of computers has been the brand’s entry level GPS cycling computer and one of the most affordable options. The new BSC100 Max replaces the current BSC100S and offers a larger screen and more streamlined body. With a retail price of $39.90, the new BSC100 Max retains an affordable price point while offering a larger 3” black and white display. The larger display size results in a thinner more premium appearance along with a standard Garmin mount and USB-C charging. Despite the simplified display, the BSC100 Max supports data field customization using the iGPSPORT app as well as…
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Aerodynamic handlebars are an easy way to improve your bike’s performance, ergonomics and appearance. There are a lot of aero bars to choose from on the market including integrated one-piece designs that mold the stem into the bars or more conventional two-piece drop bar options. For this review, we’ll be looking at the Bontrager RSL Aero road dropbars which are the bars we’ve personally chosen for our Trek Madone Gen 8. As a part of the Race Shop Limited (RSL) lineup, these are the top handlebars in Trek’s lineup and have a matching $384.99 retail price. The bars are available in…
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Bryton’s new Rider 650 combines many of Bryton’s premium S series of computer features and design details at a more affordable price point. The Rider 650 uses Bryton’s modern sleeker design along with some new features we haven’t seen with other Bryton computers. Bryton’s retail price for the Rider 650 is $169.95 which is competitive given the 2.8” color touch screen. The Rider 650 features Bryton’s group ride feature as well as climb challenge for preloaded routes. The Rider 650 even has a replaceable mount with both the Bryton and Garmin quarter turn adapters included. One of the new features…
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For mixed condition riding you want a jacket that provides wind and water resistance while still being breathable. The new Castelli PERFETTO RoS 3 jacket is Castelli’s answer with a wind proof, highly water resistant and breathable construction. It’s a hard combination to pull off, but Castelli has claimed to achieve it thanks to advanced design and PFAS free Polartec AirCore fabric. The technology doesn’t come cheap though as the retail price for the jersey is $320. The temperature range of the jacket is claimed to be 39 – 57° Fahrenheit as Castelli has used less insulation to give the…
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The Ameta S20 PRO GPS is one of Ameta’s latest drones that combines some premium features such as GPS and brushless motors at a more affordable price point. It’s a lightweight drone at under 250g which avoids many of the drone registration requirements and beginner friendly features for drone enthusiasts or people new to drones. Ameta has priced the drone at $199.99 which is competitive given the 4K UHD camera and GPS functionality. The drone comes with two batteries that provide up to 50 minutes of light time. Operating range is limited to 300m using 5G WiFi range with a…
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Ravemen’s latest Q3 bike bell takes a compact metal bell design and adds adjustable strikers to make it easier to use from any position. While it is a more traditional design with a metal domed bell compared to other Ravemen bells, the Q3 features a compact and versatile design. Retail price for the Q3 is $19.95 with the bell producing a crisp 100 dB. To accommodate different hand positions, one of the strikers has a pivoting design that can be rotated between 180 degrees. The bell also uses a zip tie as a mount which allows for tool-free installation and…
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Bike radar systems have become ubiquitous these days with nearly every brand offering their own variation rather than the Garmin Varia being the only option. Thanks to the increased competition there are a lot more budget friendly options on the market like the Ravemen NT201 which offer nearly identical specs at a lower price point. The NT201 is one of the latest bike radars on the market and utilizes both ANT+ and Bluetooth communication to make it compatible with nearly all GPS head units. Retail price for the Ravemen NT201 is a competitive $99.95 which includes an 80 lumen taillight…
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Saddlebags have been the traditional way to carry extra gear for bike packing or longer rides. However, as the saddlebags get larger or have heavier items you end up with side-to-side-sway which can compromise handling. Tailfin’s CargoPack (note, this was formerly the AeroPack Cargo) is one of their latest bags and offers expandable storage that integrates into Tailfin’s modular rack system. The CargoPack has a retail price of $205 for the bag alone which is a $35 premium over the standard AeroPack. For the complete setup the price ranges from $455 to $610 depending on whether you choose the carbon…