All articles tagged with #cycling gear
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Escape Collective
The article summarizes the year's 'Collective Favourites' series, highlighting top cycling accessories like the VeloColour Rocket Pocket saddle bag, Exposure front lights, and Garmin Varia RTL515 rear radar, based on staff and community preferences, emphasizing that these are favorites rather than definitive bests.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Cyclingnews
Will's Gear of the Year highlights his top cycling gear, including the Assos Equipe R Habu S11 jacket, Albion Ultralight Insulated Jacket, alpaca wool socks, larger tyres for better performance, and the Scott Addict RC Ultimate bike, emphasizing quality, comfort, and innovation in cycling equipment.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by Pinkbike
Dario DiGiulio shares his top biking experiences and gear in 2025, highlighting his love for the Santa Cruz Tallboy, testing high-performance brakes, the Shimano XTR drivetrain, durable shoes, and tires suited for soft conditions, along with advancements in e-bike motors and his favorite bikes and cycling community moments.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Cyclingnews
The article highlights a 71% discount on Amazon Echo Buds, making them an attractive alternative to AirPods for indoor cycling sessions, especially due to their features like ANC, dual connection, and Alexa integration, which are useful during intense workouts. The author expresses regret about not being able to access the deal in the UK and discusses the importance of durable, feature-rich headphones for sweaty indoor rides.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Cyclingnews
Continental has launched the Archetype tyre, a limited edition 30mm tyre designed for UAE Team Emirates-XRG and Tadej Pogačar ahead of the Tour de France, available at around £95/$104/€106.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Cyclingnews
The Cyclingnews tech team, with nearly 20 years of experience in Black Friday deal hunting, anticipates a variety of cycling gear to be on sale during the extended sales period. They offer a Black Friday bike deals hub and other resources to help consumers navigate the influx of marketing and find the best deals on cycling clothing and hardware. Will Jones, a reviews writer with a diverse cycling background, contributes his expertise to the team's efforts.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Outside Magazine
The article provides a detailed comparison between the SRAM Red AXS and Shimano Dura-Ace groupsets, two leading options in the cycling market. The author evaluates various aspects such as derailleur clutch, brake fluid, battery systems, hood shape, software, weight, and brakes, ultimately favoring SRAM for its clutch and battery flexibility. Both groupsets are praised for their performance, with the choice largely depending on personal preferences and specific needs. The article also includes insights into the author's bike builds using each groupset, highlighting the unique features and components of each setup.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by DC Rainmaker
Amazon Prime Day 2024 offers significant discounts on a wide range of sports technology products, including wearables, cycling gear, action cameras, and fitness equipment. The sale runs on July 16th and 17th, with deals available across various Amazon regional properties. Highlights include substantial discounts on Apple Watches, Garmin devices, Fitbit trackers, and DJI drones. The article provides a detailed list of the best deals, organized by category, and encourages quick purchases due to the limited duration of the offers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BikeRadar
Essential items for gravel racing include ample hydration, a comprehensive spares and repairs kit, effective snacks, emergency equipment, suitable bags for carrying gear, and a reliable bike computer. Testing your setup before race day is crucial for a successful and enjoyable experience.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Cyclingnews
Trek introduces the CarBack Radar rear light, featuring inbuilt radar technology, as part of its ongoing product development in the bike lights category, challenging Garmin's offerings.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pinkbike.com
Chris King has released the DropSet 6 headset, designed for downhill bikes and featuring their patented GripLock retention device to prevent loosening caused by impacts. The headset uses an isolated wedge system to properly preload bearings and stay tight without excessive tightening. Available in various colors, it retails for $176 USD with stainless steel bearings and comes with a lifetime warranty.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Pinkbike.com
Pinkbike's tech editors showcase a range of cycling gear, including Formula's lightweight Two-Piece Rotors, Specialized's 2FO Method Shoes with SlipNot ST rubber, Ceramicspeed's claimed "world's fastest" UFO Drip Wet Conditions Chain Lube, Muc-Off's Harsh Conditions Barrier-1 Anti-Corrosion Spray for rust prevention, and Selle Italia's 3D-printed SLR Boost 3D TI 316 Superflow saddle with unique features and durability.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BikeRumor.com
Bikerumor editor Ron Frazelle awards his Editor's Choice for 2023, highlighting the MADE Bike Show as the best bike experience, the Sklar Super Something as the best drop bar ATB, the Brooks B17 Special Ti Saddle as the best place for your tush, the Camp and Go Slow Western Rattler Bar Tape as the best bar tape, the Yakima Rib Cage for Jeep JL as the best roof rack, the Orucase Top Tube Bag as the best top tube bag, and the Stomp Lox Slack as the best cycling shoe. Frazelle emphasizes that his selections are based on personal experience and not influenced by brand partnerships or sponsorships.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Cyclingnews
One year after the PFC ban, the last remaining Shakedry jackets, known for their innovative waterproof membrane technology, are on sale as old stock. These jackets, which lack a face fabric and are lightweight and easy to stow away, are considered the pinnacle of waterproof and breathable jackets for high-intensity cycling. While the PFC ban has led to the discontinuation of Shakedry jackets, their availability presents an opportunity for cyclists to purchase these top-tier products before they are no longer produced.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by DC Rainmaker
The annual Black Friday deals for sports tech products have arrived early this year, with notable discounts on Garmin watches, Apple AirPods Pro, Fitbit devices, Wahoo trainers, DJI drones, and more. European customers can also expect similar deals, with historically better discounts during Black Friday weekend. Additionally, there are separate sections for cycling gear and trainers, as well as action cameras and drones.