Miscellaneous Reviews

Just In: Serfas FMP-969 Floor Pump, ST-131 Micro Tool, and Gladiator Glasses

Serfas is a brand that offers a ton of product options, everything from pumps to saddles, to shoes, their catalog runs deep. After introducing their…

Written by Zach Overholt July 26, 2013

Review: NASA Developed ‘The Right Stuff’ Electrolyte Drink Shuttles Cramps Away

During the heat of summer staying hydrated can be a challenge, even when you’re not riding. Throw your leg over the bike, start pedaling and…

Written by Andrew Johnson July 11, 2013

Review: Alligator Cable’s Ultra Smooth 31-Strand Stainless Steel Shift Cables

Normally, when we’re talking about Alligator, we’re showing you some wild brake parts (here and here) or showcasing an insane project bike. Their 31-Strand Slick…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 11, 2013

TSEpic Review: Infinit’s Power-Packed :CUSTOM Drink Mixes and :REPAIR Recovery Drink

Editor’s note: Marc and I competed as a duo in the 2013 Trans-Sylvania Epic, but our on-bike nutrition strategies couldn’t have been more competitive. We…

Written by Marc Basiliere July 10, 2013

Review: Birzman’s Built-to-Last Bicycle Tools & Pumps

When we first found Birzman’s pumps, the quick connect Snap-It valve head really looked appealing. Not only did it seem quick and easy to use,…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 08, 2013

Review: Fox’s Supple Factory FLOAT CTD Boost Valve Rear Shock

After a couple of warranty visits for our 2012 BMC Trailfox test bike’s stock shock, we and Fox came to the realization that the unit…

Written by Marc Basiliere July 06, 2013

Just In! SpurCycle’s Mix & Match GripRings

Here’s a neat idea for your flat-bar’d townie or mountain bike: Individual, brightly-colored GripRings that can be mixed to match your ride. Or mixed to…

Written by Marc Basiliere July 01, 2013

BOOK REVIEW: TOUR DE FRANCE 100

Published to commemorate this year’s 100th running of the Tour de France’s, VeloPress has issued a big, beautiful book full of pictures and text that’s…

Written by Bikerumor Staff June 29, 2013

Stuff of the TSEpic: PRO’s Tenacious, Lightweight UD Carbon Bottle Cage

At its most basic, the job of a bottle cage is a simple one: to hold a water bottle. Simple, yes- easy, no. Sure, there…

Written by Marc Basiliere June 26, 2013

Stuff of the TSE: Progold’s Helmet Cleaner & Deodorizer review

With seven days’ riding planned, only room to pack a single helmet, and both hot and wet days expected on the Trans-Sylvania Epic stage race,…

Written by Marc Basiliere June 09, 2013

Review: Knog’s Blinder Road Lights

Thanks to the humble LED, bicycle lighting has jumped light years ahead since the days of halogen and even HID bulbs. Lights are more compact,…

Written by Zach Overholt May 30, 2013

Review: Boombotix BoomBot2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker

The Boombotix Boombot2 is loud acoustically and visually. It lets you bring the party to the trail, the beach, the slopes or just for living…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 22, 2013

Initial Impressions: Footbalance QuickFit Insoles

Update 5/3: Pricing information added. Update 5/7: Pricing lowered! Hot on the, ahem, heels of the announcement that Retül will be using FootBalance custom footbed systems…

Written by Marc Basiliere April 28, 2013

Review: Cateye’s Customizable, Reliable & Legible Micro Wireless Cycling Computer

As much fun as it can be to track every ride, creating maps and competing with frienemies, for the most part I ride in order…

Written by Marc Basiliere April 16, 2013

Review: Exposure’s compact, refined, and powerful Diablo Mk.4 light

It’ no secret that we’ve long been fans of Exposure’s high-end lighting systems. An offshoot of British CNC-masters USE, Exposure build a wide range of…

Written by Marc Basiliere April 12, 2013

Cool Tools: Abbey Bike Tools’ New Geiszler, Whip It, and BB Socket

After receiving the Abbey Bike Works Crombie tool last September, Abbey went from obscurity to the top of my tool board as my favorite cassette…

Written by Zach Overholt April 11, 2013

Funsplosion! SDG Saddles, Grips, and Seatpost just in

Entering the bike industry to make millions would probably be… misguided. But starting or joining a bike or gear company because you’ve got some cool…

Written by Marc Basiliere April 07, 2013

Initial Review: Timbuk2’s pro-quality Especial Medio messenger pack

Of all the brands to have emerged from the messenger scene, Timbuk2 are arguably the most successful. From their early US-made messenger bags to their…

Written by Marc Basiliere April 02, 2013

Just In: Skratch Labs’ Exercise Hydration Mix

Given the strong reader response to founder Alan Lim’s “egg test,” we figured that it would be a good idea to give Skratch Labs’ Exercise…

Written by Marc Basiliere March 30, 2013

Just In! Clif’s protein-packed Builder’s Bars

Recently, the protein gnome was ’round our way and dropped off a surprisingly dense package from his friends and ours at Clif. Inside, we found…

Written by Marc Basiliere March 27, 2013

Ditch Your Rim Strip with Rickers?

If you’re running tubes, your rim strip plays a pretty important task in keeping your rims from causing a flat, but it is an often…

Written by Zach Overholt March 26, 2013

First Look: Rocktape Kinesiology 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 (who seem…

Written by Marc Basiliere March 24, 2013

Review: Portland Design Works Do-Anything Takeout Basket & Dios Thronous Spongy Eva Saddle

Commuter bikes (besides being fantastic modes of transportation and perhaps ways of changing the world) are blank templates waiting to be swagged out with functional,…

Written by Colin McCaleb March 19, 2013

First Impressions: Exposure’s compact, potent, and rechargeable Blaze Mk1 tail light

Looking for all the world like a miniature fire hydrant, UK lightsmiths Exposure’s latest tail light is a potent little guy. Designed to address some…

Written by Marc Basiliere March 17, 2013

Review: Could Deuter’s Superbike 18 EXP be the perfect commuter bag?

Deuter’s Superbike 18 EXP is a simple, moderate capacity, commuter-oriented pack. Sounds simple, right? A cavernous main compartment, a couple of small organization pockets, foam…

Written by Marc Basiliere March 08, 2013

Review: Exposure’s self-adjusting Reflex Mk. 1 light

Recent advancements in electronic components–and the reduction in their size and cost–are quickly making themselves felt in the bicycle industry. Tiny and inexpensive GPS receivers,…

Written by Marc Basiliere March 05, 2013

Review and Interview: PAINCAVE Streaming Trainer Videos

We previewed PAINCAVE back in October, but in case you missed it, PAINCAVE is a subscription based online interactive training tool offering streaming videos that…

Written by Mike Albert February 06, 2013

Review: Do More Bars – Easy to Eat, Gluten Free Goodness

Do More Bars are a delicious, gluten-free energy bar that come from a small baker near some of our favorite trails in Pisgah Forest, NC.…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 04, 2013

Book Review: One Last Great Thing by John Burke

I’ll start by telling you how the story ends: The Big Guy dies. However, this spoiler does not ruin the story this book tells. Who…

Written by Bikerumor Staff January 16, 2013

First look: Exposure’s self-adjusting, 2,200lm Reflex light

With light outputs running from more-than-adequeate to completely absurd, lighting companies are (correctly) finding other ways to move the trail illumination game forward. With their…

Written by Marc Basiliere January 12, 2013

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