By Brandon Bilyeu Cost: HideMyBell: €30-€60 (~$33-$66) HideMyMirror: €25 (~$27) CoverMyBack: €22 (~$22) *Shipping outside Europe is €18 (~$20), free shipping over €100 (~$110) How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail Colors: HideMyBell: Black, White, Red HideMyMirror: Black CoverMyBack: Black Website: … [Read more...] about CloseTheGap Product Review: HideMyBell, HideMyMirror and CoverMyBack
MAAP Apex Winter Jacket and Apex Deep Winter Tights Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Apex Winter Jacket: Apex Deep Winter Tights: Cost: Apex Winter Jacket: $390 Apex Deep Winter Tights: $340 … [Read more...] about MAAP Apex Winter Jacket and Apex Deep Winter Tights Review
Hiplok Z Lok Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Hot Small and lightweight, easily fits in a jersey pocketEasy to use, quick to open/closeMultiple can be combined for added lengthNylon coated stainless steel won’t damage bike finishFlexible for odd shapes and routingAdjustable locking diameter … [Read more...] about Hiplok Z Lok Review
Lazer G1 Helmet Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Lazer G1: Hot! Huge vents and channeling allow for good air flow over your headMIPS version availableSuper adjustable and comfortable retention systemOne of the lightest helmets availableIncluded carry bagCrash replacement program … [Read more...] about Lazer G1 Helmet Review
Dissent 133 Layered Glove System Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Ultimate Cycling Glove Pack: Hot: Layer system allows easy mid-ride adjustmentsExcellent fit and dexterityWaterproof performance is the best I’ve ever usedGood breathability, even when using all layers together Not: Insulation not sufficient for sub-freezing temperaturesVelcro pull tabs difficult to openNo palm-specific padding … [Read more...] about Dissent 133 Layered Glove System Review
7mesh Oro Cycling SHAKEDRY Rain Jacket Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Oro Jacket: Hot! Waterproof and extremely breathableVery light and packable, fits in jersey pocketDoes not wet-out like DWR treated garments, just shake the water offRear vents double as jersey pocket access slotsLong drop tail protects backsideAvailable in men’s and women’s versions … [Read more...] about 7mesh Oro Cycling SHAKEDRY Rain Jacket Review
Time Osmos 12 Cycling Shoes Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Osmos 12: Hot! Generous venting allow tons of air to move through the shoeBOA IP1 dial allows fine tune fit adjustmentsReplaceable heel padGood stiffness from the Polyamide/Carbon soleComfort lasts all day longDeep heel cup with aggressive grippers for a strong holdVented shoe bag included … [Read more...] about Time Osmos 12 Cycling Shoes Review
Lizard Skins DSP Bar Tape and Cycling Gloves Review
By Brandon Bilyeu DSP Bar Tape: Aramus GC Gloves: Monitor SL Gloves: Cost: DSP Bar Tape: $42 - $50 Aramus GC Gloves: $30 Monitor SL Gloves: $30 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail, Lizard Skins website Colors: DSP Bar Tape: Solid - Black, White, Blue, Red, Neon Pink, Sky Blue, Cobalt Blue, Green, … [Read more...] about Lizard Skins DSP Bar Tape and Cycling Gloves Review
GORE Summer C7 Cycling Jersey, C3 Socks and C7 Bibs Review
By Brandon Bilyeu C7 Jersey: C3 Socks: Cost: C7 Race Bibs: $270 C7 Jersey: $100 C3 Socks: $15 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail, GORE website … [Read more...] about GORE Summer C7 Cycling Jersey, C3 Socks and C7 Bibs Review
Castelli Tabula Rasa Jersey and Bibshort Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Tabula Rasa Jersey: Tabula Rasa Bibshort: Cost: Tabula Rasa Jersey FZ: $100 Tabula Rasa Bibshort: $130 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail, Castelli website Colors: Tabula Rasa Jersey FZ: Dark Gray/Yellow, Blue/Orange Tabula Rasa Bibshort: Dark Gray/Yellow, Blue/Orange … [Read more...] about Castelli Tabula Rasa Jersey and Bibshort Review
Castelli Summer Kit Review: Espresso Jersey, Free Aero Race 4 Bibshort
By Brandon Bilyeu Espresso Jersey: Free Aero Race 4 Bibshort: A/C Cycling Cap: Cost: Espresso Jersey: $150 Free Aero Race 4 Bibshort: $200 A/C Cycling Cap: $20 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail, Castelli website … [Read more...] about Castelli Summer Kit Review: Espresso Jersey, Free Aero Race 4 Bibshort
OSMO Nutrition Review
By Brandon Bilyeu Active Hydration: Preload Hydration: Acute Recovery: Cost: Active Hydration: $20 for 40 servings Preload Hydration: $25 for 20 servings Acute Recovery: $35 for 16 servings Flavors: Active Hydration: (men) orange, blackberry, lemon lime; (women) mango, lemon lime Preload Hydration: (men) Pineapple Lemon; (women) … [Read more...] about OSMO Nutrition Review
Reelight NOVA Dynamo Bike Light System Review
by Brandon Bilyeu Hot! No batteries, no recharging, always light when moving2 minute reserve capacity when stopped (blinking)Super adjustable and solid dynamo mountingQuick and easy install for the whole systemWide angle beam for good side visibility … [Read more...] about Reelight NOVA Dynamo Bike Light System Review
Rapha Pro Team Base Layer, Rain Vest, Race Cape and Winter Tights Review
Rapha Cycling Apparel for the Cold and Wet By Brandon Bilyeu Pro Team Base Layer: Pro Team Lightweight Rain Vest: Pro Team Race Cape: Pro Team Winter Tights w/ Pad II: Cost: Base Layer: $75 Rain Vest: $190 Rain Cape: $295 Winter Tights: $285 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online, retail, Rapha website Colors: Rain Cape: Dark … [Read more...] about Rapha Pro Team Base Layer, Rain Vest, Race Cape and Winter Tights Review
ASSOS Equipe RS Cycling Rain Jacket and Mille GT Cycling Winter Jacket Reviews
By Brandon Bilyeu Equipe RS Rain Jacket Hot! Highly breathable fabric limits internal moisture buildup Excellent protection – waterproof and windproof LollyRed color and large reflective stripe down back for visibility Rear vents allow air circulation and access to jersey pockets underneath Not! Tight … [Read more...] about ASSOS Equipe RS Cycling Rain Jacket and Mille GT Cycling Winter Jacket Reviews