Clothes & Gear Reviews

Review: Voler Cycling Kit

Voler is probably best known for their team kits for teams like United Health Care and Team USA, State flag series and colorful graphics. They…

Written by Andrew Johnson October 26, 2010

Review: Louis Garneau Montana XT2 shoes

When speaking with Louis Garneau at Interbike last year, I asked their media representative what products she was most excited about. While it’s not uncommon…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 25, 2010

Review: Yakima Hold Up Hitch Mount Bike Rack

Bike racks come in many versions these days. There’s roof mounted or hitch mounted and some you have to take the front wheel off while…

Written by Bikerumor Staff October 24, 2010

Review: Osprey Raptor 18 hydration pack

I’ll be the first to admit having a bag problem. Over the course of a season of mountain biking, I’ll cycle through an embarrassing number…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 18, 2010

Review: Swiftwick Ole Armwarmers

Mmm…Â Fall.Â After a long, hot summer, who doesn’t look forward to crisp mornings, changing colors, and the reduced likelihood of violent afternoon thundershowers?Â Along…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 11, 2010

Randi Jo Fabrications; Useful, Handmade Products

Formerly the owners of Rainy Peak Cyclery in Oregon, Randi Jo Fabrications‘ Randi Jo and Eric know a thing or two about good cycling products,…

Written by Bikerumor Staff October 08, 2010

Review: Smith Pivlock V90 sunglasses

When I first saw Smith’s Pivlock V90 sunglasses advertised, I’ll admit to being pretty dismissive of their main selling point.Â After all, the bike industry…

Written by Marc Basiliere October 04, 2010

Review: Ergon GR2 Grips, Battle-Tested at Pisgah Stage Race

People have been telling me “you gotta try the Ergons!” for a long time now, but I wasn’t drinking the Purplesaurus Rex Kool Aid. The…

Written by Thom Parsons October 01, 2010

Review: KT Tape

As someone who is no stranger to a bit of sports-related knee pain and who travels in circles well populated with physical therapists, I am…

Written by Marc Basiliere September 13, 2010

Review: CamelBak Octane 18x Lightweight Hydration Pack

Why a lightweight hydration pack? Sure,every little bit helps, but the fact that shaving an ounce or six off of a pack means relatively little…

Written by Marc Basiliere September 07, 2010

New Giro Havik Sunglass and Lens Colors?

Every once in a while, manufacturers spit out some one-offs and test colors, and we were lucky enough to snag these sweet metallic orange Giro…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 01, 2010

Review: Lazer Genesis Helmet

With very few exceptions, it seems as though the best cycling gear is the stuff that basically disappears when riding.Â No one wants to have…

Written by Marc Basiliere August 30, 2010

Mini Review: Giro’s New RocLoc5 Retention System

Just a few weeks ago, Giro unveiled their new RocLoc5 retention system that’ll be on their 2011 Ionos (tested), Atmos, Advantage 2, Saros, Athlon and…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 04, 2010

Bikerumor Review: Lightweight Summer Cycling Jerseys, Bibs from Sugoi, Pearl Izumi, Specialized & Nalini

It’s already hitting 100Âº or more here in Greensboro, NC, and it’s miserably humid to boot. Mix in afternoon showers that turn to steam hovering…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 21, 2010

Look Ma, No Cage! Vincero Design’s Stratus Water Bottle Connects To Bike with Magnets

Vincero Design’s new Stratus water bottles use a grooved design and strong magnetic mount to hold their water bottles to your bike. Not only does…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 20, 2010

Mini Review – Knog Beetle Bicycle Lights

The Knog Beetle is a stealthy (in black, anyway) little bike light that comes with either white or red dual LED bulbs. It’s available in…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 07, 2010

Long Term Review: Dakine Apex Hydration Pack

As a mountain bike guide I need to carry a lot of kit with me. First aid, tools, spares, emergency gear, spare tops and of…

Written by Douglas McDonald July 06, 2010

Review: road jerseys from new company Telegraph Road

Telegraph-Road is a newly established brand from London that makes performance cycling wear. The company claims to fill the space between ‘the team’ and ‘the…

Written by Max Leonard June 23, 2010

Bike Rumor Exclusive Review: Kali Avita Carbon XC/AM Helmet

The Kali Avita Carbon is the best mountain bike helmet you have never heard of. Well, maybe you have, but do you know someone who…

Written by Zach Overholt June 12, 2010

Bikerumor Review: One Betty of a Basket Liner!

I didn’t even have a basket on my bike until Tara, the owner of Betty Basket Liners sent me one of her bags, then I…

Written by Kristi Benedict May 31, 2010

Review: Specialized Arc II Optics

Specialized has been creating their own line of optics for years. They continue to push the fashion/ function envelope with their innovative designs and features.…

Written by Bikerumor Staff May 23, 2010

Review: Giro Prolight Cycling Helmet

BIKERUMOR REVIEW: Giro’s Prolight helmet made its re-introduction at last year’s Tour de France on a few select sponsored teams, and it became generally available…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 22, 2010

Review: Tifosi Logic Sunglasses

BIKERUMOR REVIEW: When it comes to sunglasses, let’s face it, there are a ton of options all claiming to have the best optics, coatings, fit,…

Written by Zach Overholt May 11, 2010

Mini Review: 24 Hour Race Test with Lupine’s Betty, Tesla and Wilma

My racing partner Mario Correa and I raced the 24 hr Nationals in Moab last October. It was a tough course, the first 6 miles…

Written by Bikerumor Staff April 28, 2010

Long Term Review: Shimano AM40 Mountain Bike Shoes

BIKERUMOR REVIEW: I have been using a pair of AM40s for about four months now, through weather conditions ranging from the depths of Scottish winter…

Written by Douglas McDonald April 08, 2010

Review: Camelbak Flowmeter

BIKERUMOR REVIEW: The Camelbak Flow Meter brings some intelligence to your hydration by keeping tabs on your fluid intake, amount of liquid remaining and suggesting…

Written by Tyler Benedict January 13, 2010

Mini Review: PediGreen Kids’ Helmet Safety Cover

BIKERUMOR.com REVIEW: The PediGreen Spidey Mesh Helmet Cover is a super bright stretchy helmet cover for kids (and adults). It’s available in Neon Green, which…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 22, 2009

Bikerumor Review: Giro Havik, Filter and Semi Full Cycling Sunglasses

BIKERUMOR.com REVIEW: We’ve been rockin’ three different sets of Giro sunglasses for 7 to 12 months: the Semi Full (bottom left), the Havik (wearing) and…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 21, 2009

Mini-Review: Action Wipes Personal Cleaning Cloths

BIKERUMOR MINI-REVIEW: I met the owner of Action Wipes at Interbike and grabbed a few samples from the Dirt Demo while waiting for the shuttle…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 01, 2009

Review: Hydrapak Gel-Bot Water Bottle

BIKERUMOR.com REVIEW: Hydrapak’s Gel-Bot is a tall waterbottle that combines a standard waterbottle with a gel-loading cylinder and a dual-valve spout.Ã‚Â It allows you to…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 28, 2009

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