By Jim Langley HOT! 3 bags in 1 high-visibility orange reversible to inconspicuous black 3 pockets as well as main compartment lightweight but durable stuffs in a jersey pocket newest model has reflective strip down the back NOT! somewhat limited capacity www.galfromdownunder.com Price: $50 (small); $60 (large) Source: company website Made in: U.S.Material: 2.2-oz. Taslan nylon…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! sleek design forgood dexterity warm to 18F (-8C) effective gripper dots tall cuffs keep cold air out NOT! poor water resistance www.craft-usa.com Price: $50 (small); $75 Source: website, bike shops Made in: China Material: 2.2-oz. Taslan nylon Sizes: S-XL Color: black with red piping and reflective silver dots Features: micro fleece nose wiper; neoprene wrist with…
By Ed Pavelka HOT! lightweight conservative styling bug screen in front vents wide range of size adjustment NOT! poor internal airflow not really “the world’s lightest helmet” www.limar.com Price: $200 Source: bikeshops, websites Made in: China Sizes: M, L Weight: 245 grams, 8.75 oz. (size L tested) Features: meets U.S. CPSC and Australian AZ./NZS…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! durable steel beautiful lug work and paint clearance for wide tires and fenders neutral, precise handling lightweight (for steel) NOT! heavier than carbon 1-inch steerer low seat tube bottle mount Roadeo? www.rivbike.com Price: $2,000 frame & fork Source: website Made in: Wisconsin by Waterford Precision Bicycles Made of: steel (tubing…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! shield-style lens provides good coverage unobstructed, undistorted vision Adaptalite lens effectively changes tint nose piece resists slipping protective case included NOT! ear tabs can push painfully on head rear of ear pieces conflicts with some helmets, including Specialized www.specialized.com Price: $130 with Adaptalite lens; $95 with NXT dark lens Source: …
