A water bottle is a water bottle. Right? Think the only differentiators are capacity and nozzle-type? Well, that certainly used to be the case. Product Architects decided they could improve your workout experience if they could preserve the cold temperature of your hydration. Meet the Polar Bottle. Much like a thermal cannister, a Polar [...]
It seems that one of the most popular words in the cycling circles today is power. As we all try to get more out of our body’s performance, “power” has become increasingly popular with not just the elite cyclist, but among all riders. I’ve recently tested the Specialized Expert cycling shoe to evaluate its performance [...]
MountainSmith is best known for their packs, camera bags and lumbar packs. Moving into the growing field of organizational bags, the BikeCube is an ideal bag for any outdoor pursuit. When I was shown the BikeCube for the first time I was expecting a bag with some basic compartments. I was surprised to see the [...]
The Mountain Hardwear Fluid 10 is the perfect pack for those looking for a good all around 1-6 hour activity pack. We tested this pack during mid distance trail runs, 10-15 mile hikes, road rides on the bike, and tooling around town. Weighing in at 1 lb. 4 oz., the Fluid 10 allows for plenty [...]
Looking to keep your bike in great shape throughout riding season? The Finish Line Pro Care Bucket Kit 8.0 is your one stop shop for basic bike maintenance. This kit comes with a wet and dry lube to keep your components well lubed in all environments. The grunge brush comes in handy when cleaning your [...]
Are you a night rider? No, not the TV show… If you do any bike riding at night, you know how important it is to be seen. Having a light on the front is great, but there is just as much danger if you can’t be seen from the back as well. We found the [...]
