AirTags, Apple’s latest device, are little round circles designed to help Apple users locate their misplaced or lost items. Similar in concept to Tile, one AirTag is $39 and a four-pack is $140. The device, in principle, seems like a great way to find a lost or stolen item. As cyclists, when we heard about […]
Wahoo releases new Elemnt Bolt GPS bike computer
On May 25, Wahoo Fitness released a new Elemnt Bolt bike computer with updated features including a colour display and expanded navigation. The Wahoo Elemnt Bolt, Wahoo’s entry-level bike computer, was first released in 2017. The Black and white computer has received a few upgrades in its latest iteration, bringing it closer in line with […]
Long term review: Wahoo Speedplay Zero pedals
As a longtime Shimano SPD-SL user, I’ve always looked at Speedplay pedals with a bit of apprehension. Their reversed engagement system puts the spring and jaws on the cleat, instead of on the pedal. Unlike other clipless designs, you clip on to Speedplay pedals, rather than clipping in to them. I removed my old pedals […]
The best road shoes for 2021
by Gus Alexandropoulos Road shoes are an important piece of equipment: they connect your legs to the bike allowing you to transfer power. The perfect shoe for everyone is out there, but you might have to go through a few duds to find it. You’ll know you’ve found the right cycling shoe when you don’t […]
The new Canyon Grizl gravel bike is designed for rougher roads
On May 10, Canyon announced its second gravel bike, the Grizl. The bike is designed for technical terrain, with a customizable setup for “underbiking fun”, week-long trips or big days in the saddle. Canyon is known for focusing on performance and, while performance was still a factor, going into the development of this bike the […]
Review: PRO Stealth Sport saddle
PRO’s Stealth saddle line now comes in six slightly varying styles. I’ve been riding the classic PRO Stealth saddle for about a year on my road bike, so I was interested to test the Stealth Sport saddle, the $175 price point option of the Stealth lineup. The saddle lived up to my expectations, and would […]
Review: The new Bontrager Circuit road shoes emphasize comfort, performance and cost
Bontrager’s newly revamped Circuit road shoes strike a balance between value and performance while focusing on comfort. At $185, the single-Boa shoe is made for riders who “want to tackle a variety of road rides without making their feet pay for it.” Designed with Bontrager’s inForm Race last shape, the shoe is a bit roomier […]
Oakley finally launches Kato sunglasses
The long-awaited Oakley Kato sunglasses, which feature a unique nose bridge design, have finally arrived. Since October last year fans with keen eyes will have spotted the unique Oakley Kato sunglasses on a number of pro cyclists. First seen on Chris Froome and Sam Bennett, the glasses are inspired by super heroes and definitely have […]
Israel Start-up Nation and EF Education-Nippo reveal special Giro d’Italia kits
Last season, EF Education-Nippo, then EF Pro Cycling, had the cycling world a-quacking about its special Giro d’Italia kit, developed with skateboard company Palace and Rapha. Having announced that the team would be clad in another change out uniform for this year’s Giro–it actually has to as its usual pink clashes with the maglia rosa–EF […]
Review: Garmin Rally RS200 power meter pedals
Garmin recently released six new power meter pedals in its new ‘Rally’ collection. The new pedals come in Shimano SPD-SL road, Look Keo road and Shimano SPD mountain bike cleat styles, and offer advanced cycling dynamics and single or dual sided options. I tested the Rally RS200 SPD-SL pedals, which I was cautiously optimistic about. […]
How to get training benefits out of the most casual rides
Going from indoor, structured training to casual outdoor rides in the spring can be a bit of a tough shift for some cyclists. While you definitely want to have a fun chat-and-ride with pals (COVID restrictions allowing), a voice in the back of your head might be telling you that this ride isn’t productive. Perhaps […]
5 tricks to feel safer cycling in the city
You shouldn’t have to feel unsafe cycling anywhere, but, the reality is, riding in a place where cars don’t give you enough space can be a scary experience. Between 2006 and 2017 there was an average of 74 cyclist deaths in Canada per year, a stat that should make anyone (cyclist or not) upset. Ideally, […]