Reviews

Review: HammerSchmidt for singlespeed XC? Not so fast…

A buddy of mine and I decided it would be cool to get steel hardtail frames made for long travel forks (the Evil Sovereign in…

Written by Marc Basiliere September 09, 2010

Bikerumor Review: Garmin Edge 500 GPS Bicycle Computer

BIKERUMOR REVIEW: Introduced late last year, the Garmin Edge 500 takes all the GPS tracking and features of it’s full color, larger-screened siblings and packs…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 08, 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

Initial Review: e*thirteen XC Mountiain Bike Crankset

What on earth would possess a small design group to jump into the crowded crankset market? I had to wonder when news of The Hive…

Written by Marc Basiliere August 23, 2010

2011 Specialized Tarmac Expert at first glance

Specialized has begun to roll out it’s 2011 line up, and the Tarmac Expert sits near the top of the road line. Featuring Specialized’s SL3…

Written by Andrew Johnson August 19, 2010

MountainSmith Bike Cube Deluxe hauls it all

MountainSmith is better known for cool lumbar packs and camera bags, but the Bike Cube Deluxe is a cycling specific bag that is well designed…

Written by Andrew Johnson August 19, 2010

Review: Moots Vamoots RSL Titanium Road Bike

Introduced last year at Interbike, Moots’ Vamoots RSL was built as the Colorado company’s flagship road bike, meant for battling the peloton. The RSL is…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 19, 2010

Shimano XT Dynasys 10 Speed Installation and First Ride Impressions

A lot has been said regarding mountain bikes and the advent of the 10 speed mountain bike group. Some are for it, while others are…

Written by Zach Overholt August 17, 2010

Review: Rocky Mountain Altitude 29er

Rocky Mountain’s Altitude 29er was introduced last year, first shown at Sea Otter as a prototype and then at Interbike as a production model. It…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 17, 2010

CycleOps gets it right with the Joule 2.0.

CycleOps has been in the powermeter market from the start. From their initial hub offering they have made their hub system lighter, wireless and ANT+…

Written by Andrew Johnson August 16, 2010

Bike bits from Outdoor Retailer Show

The Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City, Ut. is not geared for cyclists but wandering among the tents, boots and jackets that dominate the…

Written by Andrew Johnson August 09, 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

Stay clean with the Nomad 18 Volt Portable Pressure Washer

A clean bike is a happy bike and a happy bike usually means a happy rider. It may not be the best part about riding,…

Written by Andrew Johnson July 30, 2010

Cycling Books For Kids: Mike and the Bike and Pop-Up Tour de France

Now that the Tour de France’s annual hold on our time at home has passed and we can’t excuse ourselves from family duties to watch…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 26, 2010

Cult: Let ’em Talk DVD Review

Let ’em Talk is the Cult brand’s debut title, carrying a team that are no stranger to consistantly knocking out ground breaking video parts. The…

Written by Mark Sutton July 24, 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

Quick Review: Betwixt Chamois Cream

BIKERUMOR REVIEW: Betwixt Athletic Skin Lubricant & Chamois Cream is about as all-natural as you’ll get, and it works great. Using all natural and many…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 16, 2010

2011 Specialized Shiv – Pics and Ride Review

The 2011 Specialized shiv triathlon bike front end

Written by Andrew Johnson July 16, 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

Sun-Ringle Black Flag Pro 29er Wheels – Unboxed, Weighed and Super D’eed

Launched at Interbike last year, Sun-Ringle’s Black Flag Pro 29er wheels have apparently been quite the hot seller for them.Â They’re light (as you’ll see…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 30, 2010

Elite Nature Bottles – Biodegradable, Environmentally Friendly Hydration

Neat idea this, from Elite, released last month, but which I’ve just been able to test. The Nature Bottle is a tradition-looking bidon made of…

Written by Max Leonard June 24, 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