By Joshua Cohen HOT! wirelessly uploads data to computer via Blue Tooth Healthy Edge software included easily graphs body trends in multiple categories NOT! software lacks customization that would improve data analysis questionable hydration/body fat percentage results under certain conditions www.tanita.comPrice: $250Source: website, bike shops, athletic storesCapacity: 330 lb. (150 kg)Power: 4 AA batteries (included)RBR…
By Lynne Fitzsimmons HOT! abundant wool content comfortable chamois optional inseam lengths drawstring is removable NOT! may exhibit plumber’s butt Joneswares Performance Model: Performance (women’s & men’s) Price: $94 ($74 w/o chamois) Color: black Made in: U.S. Sizes: women’s XS-XL; men’s S-XL Fabric: 92% Merino wool, 6% nylon, 2% Lycra Features: 2 panels; flat-lock seams;…
By Lynne Fitzsimmons HOT! stretchy and comfortable smooth, flat seams no seam along inner thigh NOT! more synthetics than wool in fabric chamois too thick in center Smart Wool Models: Ewetopia (women’s, tested); Rambition (men’s) Price: $120 Color: black Made in: Vietnam Sizes: women’s XS-L; men’s M-XL Fabric: 45% Merino wool, 39% nylon, 16% elastic stretch double knit…
By Jim Langley Derailleur Brake HOT! 4 cables shave about 60 grams compared to Shimano Dura-Ace cables won’t rust or corrode cables don’t rattle against frame tubes systems come with everything needed to change out cables NOT! negligible performance gain over quality steel cables softer feel through levers somewhat confusing directions tricky to…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! 35 sun protection factor (SPF) wide temperature range well made by Voler highly visible light blue full-length zipper 3 deep rear pockets NOT! less arm ventilation than short sleeves sleeves too tight to pull up fabric may retain slight body odor www.boure.comPrice: $85Source: website, bike shopsSizes: XS to XXXL, men’s…
