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Apart from the regular features you’d expect in a standard bike computer, the Adventure adds an altimeter, slope indicator and thermometer to the mix. The altimeter, which works using barometric pressure, is accurate as long as you calibrate it regularly to known points or use the ‘Home’ function. If you live and ride in a […]
These are essentially a slightly less aggressive version of Oakley’s Jawbone glasses. They share the same Switchlock system for swapping lenses and roughly the same design, but are a little smaller and softer around the edges.It gives them a vaguely more feminine feel – although they’re not billed as women’s glasses and are just slightly […]
Year on year Puma seem to raise their bar when it comes to running shoes. The Vectana 2 is another improvement to their range for all those pronating feet out there. A selection of quality, occasionally sumptuous materials and a flawless construction will prove a match for many more premium or well-established brands, even without […]
Skins’ latest recovery offering is designed to enhance the circulation of blood to tired muscles after exercise. At a RRP of £69.98, the tights may seem like a steep purchase, but compared to those constant coffer-draining recovery drinks, the one-off procurement of a pair of Skins could work out as the cheaper option. The title […]
The Zipvit ZV 10 is a nice and simple chew; they’re easy to digest and have a satisfying flavour and texture. Containing simple carbohydrate (CHO) and salt, the whole pack contains a slightly higher level of energy (153.9 kcal) than you’d usually get from your average sports drink. So when mixed with 500ml of water […]
Out of the box the Mavics scream quality and, when you pick them up, their lightness and stiffness is instantly impressive. All of the key tri-specific features are present including a large in-to-out strap, heel-toe bumpers and a large heel loop. The inner is soft and comfortable in bare feet and is treated with an […]
Stripped down to the bare necessities, the 110 offers combined GPS and heart rate training without frills or complication. Size-wise, it’s incredibly compact, and GPS watches have certainly come a long way from the Star Trek-esque monstrosities of a few years ago. Out and about, it quickly locks onto its satellites and the reassuringly thin […]
This is a novel approach to fuelling where the addition of 1g of L-Carnitine to 19g of carbohydrate is purported to encourage fat metabolism as an energy store to spare muscle glycogen. L-Carnitine has been linked to this but there’s limited evidence for sports performance enhancement in the literature. We certainly didn’t notice any tangible […]
Smartly styled triathlon suit and comfy, but a little on the small side
Running at this time of year always presents a challenge in terms of kit decisions. Just because the sun is shining, the temperature can still be uncomfortably low, and rain isn’t normally too far away. Could a running top like the Supernova XT Half Zip be the answer? This mid layer provides good coverage, breathability […]
As a big fan of both SealSkinz’ waterproof yet breathable socks and cycling gloves, I was really excited by the prospect of a beanie. First impressions were good and I was particularly keen on the fantastically soft micro-fleece liner. Fit was good, but given it lacks the flexibility of a traditional non-waterproof beanie, others may […]
As with the majority of Gore’s products, the fabric in these Actiondry tights feels luxurious and befitting of the premium price. It’s also highly functional, with a mechanical push/pull system to ensure that any sweat ends up on the outer face rather than against the skin. This ensures that comfort is maintained when training at […]
Head’s new Tiger LSR+ goggles use bi-silicone technology to ensure a super-soft fit with no leaking or fogging. Goggles typically use a harder material around the frame and a soft silicone around the eyes, but here Head get around that problem by developing a moulded gasket with two types of silicone. The result is a […]
Mudguards may serve a useful purpose by keeping the rooster tails of rain spray off you and your mates, but people are often reluctant to use them. That could be due to the fiddling required to fit them or possibly the rattling and rubbing they cause when riding. But most probably it’s because they make […]
Multipower is one of Europe’s largest sports-specific supplement manufacturers. Their Re-Charge powder mix is designed for fast recovery post exercise with a mix of carbs, proteins and a few added extras. Each 45g (500ml) serving provides nearly 30g of carbohydrate, which is relatively low compared to many recovery drinks. A total of 10g of protein […]
Joe Friel and Gordo Byrn return with an updated edition of their very successful training manual. While cynics may suggest a second version is a money-spinning venture, with six years between the editions they’ve had plenty of time to review and challenge the methodology in the previous book. For those without the first edition, the […]
With 850 lumens of power coming from three LEDs, this is a super little light in more ways than one. We tested the flood version but it comes in a spotlight version, too. An off-road night rider might benefit from both, but the flood version was spot-on for road riding, though we did try it […]
Being Giro’s new range-topping lid, you’d expect the Prolight to be more expensive than its predecessor, the £159.99 Ionos. But it’s not. It’s 10 quid cheaper. And you pay less, because you get less – weight that is. The Prolight has been on a diet that’s so effective it barely troubles the 220 scales at […]
Cannondale, founded in the early 70s, is a well-established brand who pioneered aluminium bicycle frame technology in the mid ‘80s. The CAAD9 frameset is the next iteration of Cannondale’s award-winning welded aluminium frame design, which has built up a well-deserved reputation for its stiffness and light weight. The spec of the Cannondale CAAD 9 Tiagra […]
Planet X started out in the ‘90s making dirt jump mountain bike frames out of its factory in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. More recently they’ve concentrated largely on the development of the road side as well as their range of track, triathlon and time-trial. The Planet X SL Pro Carbon Ultegra 6700 is a winner when […]
If super-slick aero framesets were the memorable sight of September’s Eurobike, and German sausage the memorable taste, the memorable sound was a cool R2D2-style motor noise. Everywhere you went, it seemed, you could hear the clicking and whirring of a Shimano Dura Ace Di2 mech being fiddled with. The Di2 adorned nearly every single top-end […]
Two LEDs powered by a single Li-ION gives this light plenty of punch with a long, penetrating beam. It also has a good light spread that shows plenty of immediate detail. It’s certainly good enough for hammering the trails off-road and down dark country lanes. Mounting is simplicity itself, and while Cat-Eye’s single-shot model has […]
This handlebar-mounted integral light and battery unit is easy to fit and straightforward to use. It has two power settings that are adequate for street use, plus occasional unlit road riding. A single button – mounted centre at the top of the unit – flips through low and high power, and also boasts a flash […]
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