By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! makes indoor training time go faster former Postal team pro Robbie Ventura’s tactical tips excitement of a real race can watch the DVD to your own music NOT! just one race warm up may be too short for some riders www.visionquestcoaching.com Source: website Price: $40 What it is: 60-minute training…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! designed to prevent nerve injury firmly padded palm quality construction stretchy, comfortable fit terry thumb NOT! unusually thick grip on handlebar heavier than other gloves may not prevent tingling fingers pricey www.ironmancycling.com Price: $40 Source: bike shops, Ironman Store Sizes: XS-XL How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no Tested: 57 hours Note: These…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! convenient, versatile storage for gear hangs nearly anyplace lots of options bombproof construction NOT! bike hangs in front of gear, making access difficult choosing among many options can be daunting options can raise price considerably www.gearstash.com Price: $75; $19 extra for bike hook Source: website Sizes: 15×76; 28×76; 57×76 inches Colors: …
By Bill Langston HOT! Fit, feel and finish that looks made to last many seasons Lower density while still comfortable on 30-40 degree rides NOT! $150-100 is a steep price to pay for an accessory No touch-screen-compatible fingertips www.assos.com Price: $97-149 Source: online and retail Sizes: XS-XLG (L tested)Colors: BlackHow obtained: purchased at LBS RBR…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! a travel bike that looks like a regular bike ingenious coupling system light, lively handling raceworthy NOT! packing takes practice soft-sided travel case fragile down-tube coupler uncomfortable saddle www.ritcheylogic.com/bab_home.htm Price: $2,499 Source: Ritchey website, bike shops Sizes: 50-60 cm in 2-cm increments Components: mix of Shimano Ultegra and Ritchey How…
