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The One tri-suit is the latest offering from Jaggad, an Australian company currently making great strides in the UK via online behemoths Wiggle. Made from lightweight TricoTech fabric, the garment boasts good-sized padding where you need it that, at the same time, doesn’t soak up litres of water or get in the way for running. […]
The sleek styling instantly marks the Infinity out as Diadora’s top-of-the-range tri-specific bike shoe (as worn by Jodie Swallow). The outsole isn’t fully carbon, however, but ‘carbon-injected nylon’ that still provides a good feel and power delivery. It also boasts a multi-fit attachment with replaceable base plates for any cleat fitting. A large tab on […]
It’s a hugely reassuring experience to witness a hard-case bike box, like this one from B&W, fall off a moving luggage lorry and to then find your bike perfectly intact inside. Less encouraging, however, is the way earlier versions of this very box seemed prone to splitting at the hinges. You could solve this with […]
The Lucozade brand is highly credible in terms of sports nutrition, producing great tasting and convenient protein shakes for someone looking to recover fast. What’s also going for the Sport Pro Muscle is the fact that it’s neither synthetic or powdery, as you so often find in similar products. The main reason for this it […]
French company Mavic has an acclaimed heritage of manufacturing ground-breaking bicycle wheels. Since 2008, however, they’ve expanded their range into accessories and clothing. The Helium is the lightest functional shirt in their road cycling range and is designed for use in temperatures above 28°C. The shirt is well-ventilated by a three-quarter length zip, and the […]
A psychologist rather than our seasoned testers may have been better qualified for comment given the psychedelic upper patterns on display here. After all, surely there must be some advanced thinking behind the mix of colours? Fans of this model in its previous and equally daring incarnations will be fully acquainted with the comfort and […]
Tasked with replicating the success of the all-conquering LZR Racer swimsuit in triathlon, Speedo has come up with the LZR Racer Tri-Pro, the first in a line of new products. But far from shortening the legs and sticking padding into the backside of the LZR Racer, Speedo has rolled out an entirely different beast when […]
Equal fastest in our 0-60psi bike pump time test, good at high pressures and very simple to navigate, the Blackburn AirTower is a real gem. The pressure gauge is positioned at the bottom and the dial is a tad cluttered, but the figures are still very clear to read. And again, there’s the usual moveable […]
This is a lightweight plastic pump with an ergonomic handle that allows flex. Form has overtaken function, though, as the handle is polished metal; it looks and feels good, but if you’re not paying full attention you might find your hand slipping during use. Not that this hinders performance – the Park Tool was equal […]
Raleigh is probably the most famous of all UK bike manufacturers, with an illustrious history dating back to 1890. Their range over the years has encompassed all types of bike, from the iconic Chopper to a Tour de France-winning road bike for Joop Zoetemelk in 1980. 2009 sees them reinventing their road bike range after […]
Second fastest in our 0-60psi bike pump test and easy to crank up to high pressures, this is a very well-made pump. The large, grippy handle has a lock button for ease of storage, while the gauge is positioned near the top of the pump, and very clearly marked with psi in black around the […]
The LifeLine was right in the middle of the 0-60psi test and coped adequately inflating to higher pressures. As it was also the shortest on test, you do have to bend over quite a bit to use it, but that’s only a problem if you’re very tall or have several tyres to inflate. The adaptor […]
A chunky, albeit pricey pump with a big handle that feels solid under hand. It has one connection that locks onto either Presta or Schrader valves, which saves any confusion, and a pressure-release valve to aid accuracy. It came towards the bottom end of our 0-60psi inflation speed test, but the big bore of the […]
As a veteran of countless marathons and a regular contributor to specialist running and fitness magazines, Kate Percy certainly has the credentials to produce a recipe book aimed at endurance athletes. Go Faster Food begins with an introduction to the components of a good diet and the timing of nutrition, followed by high carbohydrate suggestions […]
The Aspire is one of two women’s wetsuits currently available from new British brand Zone3. The stretch-XS neoprene on the arms made the shoulder area feel pliable, although an awkwardly placed seam gave a level of restriction we could have done without. While swimming we found that water entered the low-rise neck at the back, […]
Reviewing cycle helmets is an odd task. The most important test (whether it protects your head in a crash) will have been carried out long before a helmet hits the market. Assuming it protects you (and the Ixion’s CE EN1078 certification suggests it will), all that’s left for anyone else to do is see what […]
Setting up and using the X1 DW is as easy as any wireless bike computer. But, judging by the process outlined in the two instruction booklets, you might think it was actually some sort of aptitude test. First you must work out what each of the four buttons on the main unit – up, down, […]
You’re a couple of hours into a long hot ride and you reach for your bottle. Despite anticipating a refreshing slug of drink, all you get is a mouthful of tepid, sugary horribleness. Insulated bottles can provide a solution to this problem but often they don’t actually work that well, and only hold a relatively […]
At first touch, these socks felt too thick for summer running, so the thought of running in them in high humidity, understandably, didn’t appeal too much. But soon after donning them for an intense running session, the prolonged coolness of our feet became readily apparent. Their breathability comes from air vents and thin panels on […]
The Tattoo sits in the middle of Ironman’s tri-suit range and offers a striking aesthetic, with a vivid sublimated print in a style that defines the name. Ultimately, though, this suit doesn’t really do justice to the iconic brand; when compared to others in this price range we noticed compromises on fit, fabric and finish. […]
Weighing in at about 218g, the adiZero Ace can be considered as a faster-paced training shoe for lighter athletes, or a mid-weight racer for heavier runners and over longer distances. Support-wise it’s ‘neutral’, meaning that it’s best for those blessed with good running mechanics. The light and flexible material provides a comfy fit, though the […]
These Mule bars make a good recovery food, being far less processed than the majority of bars on the market. Each bar contains around 260 calories, 38g carbohydrate and 13g protein, so they’re ideal for immediate refuelling. The sugars (carbohydrates) come mainly from rice syrup, date and banana, and the main source of protein is […]
Sanyo’s new waterproof digital camera/camcorder has been designed to appeal to surfers and skiers, and it’s easy to see why. It has the highest possible IEC waterproof rating – IPX8 – and works down to a depth of three metres. It also boasts a 30x optical zoom and records 1280×720 HD video at 30 frames […]
Mavic Cosmic Carbones were one of the original high-performance deep-section wheelsets to emerge from the famous French brand many moons ago. Now available in various weights and rim combinations, the latest SL version can also be purchased with a Powertap 2.4 wireless rear hub (£1,365 for rear wheel alone) fitted in the factory. The usual […]
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