By Ken Bonner HOT! Looks good on a road bike Light and inexpensive Innovative small fiber “sweeper” brushes Fits bikes with tight clearances Keeps road crud off rider and front derailleur Breakaway feature when jammed by sticks, etc. NOT! Initial installation is complex and time-consuming Removal and replacement not as easy as other clip-ons Plastic…
By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher HOT! Easy to use Prevent odor in shoes Leave a pleasant smell Last through repeated everyday use NOT! Don’t completely fill inside of shoe Amazon.com: Stuffitts Cost: $14.95 Source: company Amazon site How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no Time tested: 4 months “Got Stink?” asked the marketing promo at the Stuffitts…
By John Marsh HOT! Super easy to install Lightweight Comes with 2 tabs, for 2 bikes Strong, durable material Works for multiple bike parking, storage needs NOT! No ideal solution for carrying on rides http://www.upstandingbicycle.com Price: $39 Source: Company website Weight: 40g total; 15g on-bike weight How Obtained: Sample from company RBR Sponsor: Yes Tested:…
By Gary Coyne HOT! Let you safely listen to music while riding Great protection against cold air Assist in noise prevention NOT! Do not totally eliminate noise Tricky to install Inconvenient to remove from your helmet Need to be washed occasionally Slipstreamz.com Price: $23 for pair Source: Company website Weight: 9.7 grams (pair), not including ear…
By Coach Rick Schultz HOT! Extremely inexpensive solution for taking the smell out of your exercise clothes. Only need to use 1/3 scoop each per wash (in energy-efficient, front-load washing machines) Will last for at least 80 loads No animal testing (Sun Laundry Detergent) NOT! Nothing I’ve found in over a year using this combination…
