Clothes & Gear Reviews

Sunglass Roundup: Shades from Smith, Uvex, and Jet Black

Whether you’re looking for style or protection, there are a ton of choices these days when it comes to cycling glasses. Ideally the perfect cycling…

Written by Zach Overholt July 07, 2014

Review: Gravity Anomaly Mountain Bike Kit – Teamster Short & Boardroom Button Up Jersey

Gravity Anomaly launched in 2012 with the idea of super durable, made-in-USA mountain bike clothing that was affordable and looked good. After testing a pair…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 01, 2014

Hands On with the Asymmetric, Limited Edition Pearl Izumi Tejay van Garderen P.R.O Leader II

Tejay van Garderen may have had a rough start to the season, but looking forward to July the American is set to lead Team BMC.…

Written by Zach Overholt June 27, 2014

Review: Lezyne Alloy Drive Hand Pump

Due to the wide spread adoption of tubeless technology, the scourge of untimely flats has largely been eradicated from the trail scene. But no matter…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 17, 2014

Review: Lezyne SV-11 Mutlitool

Whether you consider yourself a commuter, roadie, or mountain biker, there are a few things you should always carry on your bike. Exactly what those…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 30, 2014

Hands On: SweatHawg Covers up with New Skullcaps, Plus Cap Insert

Spring boarding from their successful launch of the Sweathawg helmet liner, the perspiration mitigation experts at SweatHawg have turned their focus to some new products.…

Written by Zach Overholt May 22, 2014

Review: Shimano XC90 Dynalast Mountain Bike Shoes

First, a story to properly frame this review: Zach and I both received a pair of Shimano’s XC90 top-level cross country mountain bike shoes for…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 20, 2014

Long Term Review: The Camelbak L.U.X.E. Hydration Pack

In the pursuit of better back ventilation, Camelbak has been developing an air flow channeling system they call the N.V. Back panel. It consists of…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 15, 2014

Review: Sticky Pod Organizers for Jersey Pockets & Hydration Packs

The Sticky Pod organizer “pods” are the brainchild of Miles Schwartz, who decided there was a better way to keep all the small bits situated…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 06, 2014

You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Bag – Shimano’s Rokko 16 and Hotaka 32 Packs Reviewed

When they’re not busy developing the latest drive train or brakes, Shimano has also been busy developing their lifestyle gear. Introducing products like the new…

Written by Zach Overholt May 06, 2014

Review: ADS Sports Eyewear’s Lenticular Free-Form Digital Lenses and Oakley Fuel Cell Wraparound Frames

Sunglasses have seemed pretty unattainable to me since I started wearing prescription glasses in the third grade. I have a very strong prescription (-6.75 in…

Written by Nick Burklow May 04, 2014

Midweek Mini Reviews: Cool Weather Gear from Defeet, X-Wool, Castelli x Polartec & Earth Wind Rider

With Winter slowly, begrudgingly turning into Spring, it’s time to bust out the cool weather pieces that help us transition from the 30º days to…

Written by Tyler Benedict March 13, 2014

Long Term Review: ELEVEN vélo Merino Wool Team Jersey, Bibs & Arm Warmers

The Sydney, Australian based company, ELEVEN vélo , is a purveyor of fine merino wool cycling clothing. We featured their brand here. Since then, I…

Written by Nick Burklow March 10, 2014

Review: Cinelli’s Italo 79 Windtex Waterproof Winter Cycling Cap

The Cinelli Italo 79 Windtex cycling cap makes for the almost perfect winter head warmer. The main section is wind and waterproof Windtex material, which…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 18, 2014

Cold Weather Coping – Awesome Winter Gear from Pearl Izumi, Bontrager, HeadSweats, 45NRTH and More

Seeing as how this winter has been especially cold for many of us this year, it was an excellent opportunity to try and dial in…

Written by Zach Overholt February 13, 2014

Review: Ground Effect Baked Alaska Merino Wool Jersey, Snake Bite Bib Knickers & Other Excellent Cool Weather Cycling Gear

New Zealand’s Ground Effect clothing company has recently started a push for U.S. customers, and that’s a good thing. Saris reviewed a few of the…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 09, 2014

Long Term Review: Showers Pass Rogue Hoodie & Crosspoint Hardshell Outdry Gloves

Showers Pass, as the name alludes to, makes quality rain gear. Based in Portland, OR, they know a thing or two about riding in the…

Written by Nick Burklow February 05, 2014

Review: Gore Windstopper Thermo Gloves & Xenon 2.0 Soft Shell Bib Tights

Well before it got cold enough to warrant such items, a couple boxes of Gore’s finest showed up. And sat. And sat, all while we…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 27, 2014

Review: Relaj Water Bottles – Easy Drinking Design w/ Frozen Core

We first found these in 2009 as a concept, then at Interbike 2011 as more refined, production ready bottle. It’s a been a long development…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 20, 2014

Review: American Classic’s Gargantuan Wheel Bag

When American Classic offered to send their premium wheel bag for review, I wasn’t overly excited, but agreed. After all, there are a few Mavic…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 17, 2014

Review: Pearl Izumi Keeps Us Warm – Thermal LS Base Layer, Plus P.R.O. WXB Gloves and Shoftshell Shoe Covers

For those of us that live in areas where the cold settles in for a few months each year, it’s important to stay warm and…

Written by Nick Burklow January 05, 2014

OTB Review: Bogs Boots & Snap-On’s Bahco and CDI Torque Tools

OTB = Off-The-Bike things that make our lives more enjoyable as cyclists Looking for the perfect pre- and post- cyclocross shoes? Look no further than…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 23, 2013

Review: Lezyne’s Micro Drive USB Front/Rear Lights

With Lezyne announcing at EB 2013 they’re upping the lumen count of their entire range by 50 lumens per light, it’s time we provided all…

Written by Colin McCaleb December 15, 2013

Long Term Review: Kitsbow Soft Shell A/M Shorts & Sastan Jersey

Until Kitsbow came on the scene just over a year ago, the concept of premium, upscale mountain bike gear was about as common as chickens…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 09, 2013

Review: Ground Effects’ MTB Apparel For Women

With roots dating back nearly twenty years, Ground Effects is no new comer to technical riding gear. Started in 1994, the company has dedicated itself…

Written by Saris Mercanti December 04, 2013

Long Term Review/First Look: Pearl Izumi X-Project 1.0

It isn’t often that we get the chance to offer a long term review along side of a first look of a new product, but…

Written by Zach Overholt November 26, 2013

Just In: Take on the Cold in Style, with the Showers Pass Amsterdam Commuter Jacket

Based in Portland, Oregon, Showers Pass know a thing or two about rain. Known for their wide range of rain repelling technical apparel, Showers Pass…

Written by Zach Overholt November 06, 2013

Summer Weight Road Kit Shoot Out: Podium Cycling GC Vs Pearl Izumi Elite

Admittedly, this post is a little late in the season but while most of us are getting out the arm warmers and shoe covers, others…

Written by Zach Overholt November 04, 2013

One Season Review: Lake’s CX331 Custom Fit Road Shoes

Ah, there’s nothing quite like a new pair of shoes. Especially when they include custom moldable carbon fiber, Kangaroo leather, and a Boa retention system.…

Written by Zach Overholt November 01, 2013