By John Marsh HOT! Quality is apparent Aero performers: stiff, responsive, fast Hot-looking set of wheels No need to mess with tubular Understated graphics a plus NOT! Test your bike handling in the wind Noisy don’t ship with valve extenders www.3tcycling.com Price: $1,650/set — Team Stealth; $1,600/set — Team Source: Local bike shops (dealer list…
By Paul Smith HOT! Small (8 inches, 20cm, long) Very light at 110g Elegant design NOT! Hard to inflate above 80 psi SKS Cost: $34.99 MSRP How obtained: Review sample from company RBR Sponsor: no Weight: 110g A Great Little Pump At 110g claimed weight, the SKS Spaero Sport Pump is incredibly lightweight. Compare it…
By Laurel-Lea Shannon HOT! Light — 9.7 ounces (275g) Adjustable instep strap Well-ventilated Great power transfer 60-day fit guarantee NOT! Adjustable instep strap can be difficult to snap into place Pearl iZUMi Cost: $270 Available: online and in retail stores How obtained: review sample from company RBR Sponsor: no Features: Uni-Directional Carbon for…
By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher HOT! Light (240 grams for Large size tested) Extremely well-ventilated, with 39 air intakes Multiple adjustment features allow for outstanding fit based on head shape Distinctive (unique) good looks Quick and easy to dial in perfect fit Extra padding and padding sets to fit various head shapes Includes helmet…
By Paul Smith HOT! High-wicking fabric Light Day-long comfort Good looking Snug-fitting kit moves as your body moves NOT! Claimed aero advantage is hard to notice www.hincapie.com Cost: Jersey – $130 MSRP; Bib shorts – $140 MSRP How Obtained: review sample from company RBR Sponsor: no Time tested: 30 hours; several hundred miles Quality Fit…
