Marc Basiliere, Author at Bikerumor

Just in: Easton’s EC70 Trail mid-priced carbon wheelset

A couple of years after releasing what must be the most widely-adopted composite trail/all mountain wheelset–the carbon Haven–Easton have decided to bring their carbon fiber…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 11, 2012

Fall/Winter Essentials: Louis Garneau’s lightweight T-Cover shoe covers

Here in the high desert, we spend a lot of the fall and winter riding in cool but not quite frigid weather. Days often start…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 07, 2012

First Look: Smith’s Pivlock V2 photochromic lenses

Given how much we like their unobtrusive, lightweight, and stable Pivlock V2 sunglasses, we were excited when Smith announced a pair of tint-shifting photochromic lenses…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 05, 2012

Long-Term Review: Specialized’s sturdy, stiff, and light S-Works Evo shoes

When Specialized set us up with a pair of their then-new S-Works Evo shoes last fall, I was excited by the idea- but worried about…

Written by Marc Basiliere December 03, 2012

Introducing the Project 1.2 single speed: Reasonably-priced carbon?

Catch up on all of our Project 1.2 posts here! While it’s been in the works for some time (and we leaked early photos on…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 29, 2012

Hammerhead are giving away TEN MILLION DOLLARS!*

*if they win tonight’s jackpot. Hey, why not? www.facebook.com/hammerheadbicycles

Written by Marc Basiliere November 28, 2012

Fall-Winter Essential review: Capo’s Roubaix knee warmers

Sixty degrees? Cover your knees. Sure, it rhymes, but there’s a lot to that old saw. Knees are among the hardest working of cyclists’ joints-…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 28, 2012

Fall/Winter Essentials: Ibex’s El Fito ¾ knicker

With winter conditions settling in across the country, it’s time to highlight some go-to fall weather pieces. The first (and most anticipated) item is the…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 23, 2012

Review: Uvex’s lightweight, customizable SGL 202 Race Vario photochromic sunglasses

Shortly after our first look at Uvex’s SGL 202 Vario sunglasses last summer, we head from the brand that changes were in the works for…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 21, 2012

Trans Savoie enduro: 6 days, 20 timed stages, 20,000M descending, 5,000M Ascending

Fancy nearly a week’s worth of descending some of the most beautiful mountains on earth? Yes? Well here’s your chance. Featuring a staggering amount of…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 19, 2012

First Taste: Infinit Nutrition’s pre-formulated Jet Fuel and Go Far drink mixes

After building a solid business on the concept of tailored drink mixes, Infinit Nutrition have recognized many riders’ desire for a simpler, off-the-shelf solution and…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 19, 2012

Summer Sock Roundup: Updated Demarchi Contour EVO sock review

Looking for socks? Check out the full Roundup here! Updated October 20, 2012 How can you tell high-end socks from run of the mill cycling…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 16, 2012

Review: Vredestein’s all-around Black Panther XTREME 26×2.2 trail tires

Though little known on these shores, Dutch company Vredestein has been producing both bicycle and automobile tires for over 100 years. The Black Panther XTREME…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 14, 2012

First Look: Exposure’s 1,100 lumen, programmable Diablo Mk. 4

Every summer, UK lightsmiths Exposure seem to revamp their lighting line for the coming dark months. 2013 is no exception: not only are outputs boosted…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 12, 2012

Initial Review: Big days out with BMC’s Trailfox TF01 XO trailbike

It wasn’t more than a couple of years ago that the idea of pedaling a 6in bike on a fifty mile high country ride would…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 08, 2012

Reviewed and compared: Kuat’s NV and NV Core racks

It’s odd to say so, but Kuat’s NV and NV Core racks have to be some of the best looking hitch racks on the market.…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 06, 2012

Review: Giro’s almost perfect Hex trail helmet

I really, really want to love Giro’s Hex helmet. An attractively-styled trail helmet, the Hex features moderate coverage, effective ventilation, three distinct sizes, and a…

Written by Marc Basiliere November 01, 2012

Initial Review: Continental’s X-King 2.2 and 2.4 ProTection tires

Claiming to combine cross country speed with trail-ready grip and a cut-resistant tubeless ready casing, the Continental X-King ProTection is targeted at everything from burly…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 25, 2012

Initial Review: Darn Tough’s cozy Light Cushion Bike Sock

Just in time for some end-of-season epics as well as a bit of cooler weather, Darn Tough recently sent out a pair of their new…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 23, 2012

One. Amazing. Moots.

Via Tae Likes Bikes: Love it, hate it, whatever. Whatever you think of the look or component choices, you’ve got to admire the vision. What pieces…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 21, 2012

Want to ride with Hincapie & friends? Stage Race has your ticket!

ONE FREE HINCAPIE GP ENTRY PASS UP FOR GRABS COURTESY OF STAGE-RACE DISTRIBUTION AND LAKE! George Hincapie is celebrating his retirement from 19 years in…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 19, 2012

Project 1.2 Review: Hope’s slick Bolted Seat Clamp

Catch up on all of our Project 1.2 posts here! Some things are just nice. Take, for example, this Hope Bolted Seat Collar. Sure, any…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 18, 2012

Just In: Light & Motion’s compact & versatile Taz 1200 headlight

With a morning commute suddenly shrouded in darkness and recent after-work mountain bike rides not much better, we were excited see Light & Motion’s latest…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 16, 2012

Chrome Industries Introduces the Ike Jacket for Fall

While not usually a fan of straight-up press releases, sometimes something catches my eye when it lands in the Bikerumor inbox. Take, for example, Chrome’s…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 11, 2012

Interbike 2012: Xentis’ turbulator-charged, standard pad carbon wheels

Despite enthusiastic support and strong reviews overseas, Austrian carbon fiber wheel specialists Xentis are all but unknown in North America. Distributors Stage Race are determined…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 11, 2012

Interbike 2012: POC bring Swedish protection to urban helmets, hydration packs

Swedish athlete protection specialists POC continue to expand their cycling line for 2013 with new gloves, TT helmets, urban helmets, and spine-saving hydration packs. We…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 10, 2012

Interbike 2012: Raleigh’s classy Tripper commuter

With its unpainted (but clear coated) frame, internally geared hub, and integrated bar/stem, Raleigh’s classy Tripper commuter clearly takes inspiration from NAHBS machines- but at…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 09, 2012

Just in: Scapin blends old world and high tech with Style road bike

When North American distributors Stage Race offered us a Scapin to test, we asked for something unique. While Scapin build a wide range of road…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 09, 2012

Interbike 2012: Timbuk2 add pro-level messenger, slick pannier, and flight bags

Expanding their pro-level Especial line of bags for 2012, Timbuk2 have added a mid-sized Especial Medio and this nicely thought out Especial Messenger. One of…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 08, 2012

Interbike 2012: Bling it on pt. 2- Velocity Blunt SL and A23 tubeless wheelsets, offset rim profile

Given the overwhelming reaction to Jagwire’s aluminum-look cable housing, we here at Bikerumor know that you share our magpie-like attraction to all things shiny. Let…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 07, 2012

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