The Quick Stop OTTOLOCK Hexband Review
First Thoughts On The Ottolock Hexband Ok, let me throw the disclaimers out there first and foremost. The Ottolock Hexband is not a substitute for a heavy duty chain or U-Lock. It is however,...
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The Giro Code Techlace Adventure Shoe Review
First Thoughts On The Giro Code Techlace The Giro Code Techlace are the perfect shoe for what’s slowly but surely been infiltrating the cycling industry for several years now. And no, I’m not talking...
The POC Octal Cycling Helmet Review
First Thoughts On The POC Octal Helmet Helmets are like insurance. You pay for it! You know it’s a good idea! However, you truly hope that you never need it! And buying the...
Wenzel Shenanigan Tent Review – Camping with a Fun Twist
Initial Observations Of The Wenzel Shenanigan Tent Come on, seriously, IT’S A TEEPEE!!!! Who here does not envision a wide open plain with buffalo and the Native American’s humble abode’s dotting the horizon. Ok,...
MSR Gravity + Trail Water Filter Kit Review
Let’s See What This MSR Gravity + Water Filter Kit Can Do Removes 99.9999% of Bacteria like E. Coli and Salmonella, and 99.9% of Protozoa like Giardia and Cryptosporidium. The Protozoa seems to be...
Giro Factor TechLace Cycling Shoes Review
First thoughts on the Giro Factor TechLace I received the Giro Factor TechLace in part because the month of May is recognized as Bike to Work month. Apparently, someone somewhere is keeping track of...
Craft Glow Jersey Review
Craft has been around since the mid 1970’s and boy, have things come a long way. Not just for Craft but the cycling industry as a whole. From my perspective, Craft has reached a...
Marmot Women’s Logan SS Review
On our spring California road trip, I wore the Marmot Logan SS for four days straight. Sure, we were on a road-trip in a fully loaded 2016 Winnebago View, equipped with plenty of storage...
Rhone Sequoia 1/4 Zip Review
The Rhone team is a group of busy professionals as well as passionate athletes. Their findings in activewear clothing availability seemed that something was missing. They wanted something that could be versatile to stand...
Road Holland Den Haag Review
Now let me tell you about Den Haag. Despite what you may think, The City of Den Haag in the Netherlands is the seat of Government as well as the Residence of the King. ...
Lazer Helium MIPS Helmet Review
Yes, there are a lot of great helmets out there, and yes they will all provide protection if you have the misfortune of laying down your bike. What sets the Lazer Helium MIPS helmet apart...
Platypus Duthie AM 10 Pack Review
Platypus is one of the top names in hydration and much like their competitor Camelback, they have a solid lineup of backpacks with integrated hydration systems for outdoor endeavors. The Platypus Duthie AM 10...
Louis Garneau T-Flex LS-100 Shoe Review
When approached about testing a pair of top-of-the-line Louis Garneau T-Flex LS-100 shoes, I’ll admit I was a bit apprehensive. I consider myself a trail rider, a downhiller, and in general just a mountain...
Julbo Pipeline Sunglasses Review
What’s coming down the pipeline? Julbo, that’s what. Sunglasses are difficult to test – more suited to individual tastes than just about anything we review, it’s hard to take an objective look at them. Just...
First Ascent Mistral Wind Shell Jacket Review
First ascent is the branch of Eddie Bauer that’s built for maximum performance. The line up has outerwear for every need, whether it’s undertaking your first Badwater marathon, or scaling the highest peak in...
Orbea Onix Dama TLT Bike Review
I have a reputation of doing it all and more. So when it was time to buy a new bike, I needed to make sure the bike could keep up will all my wants...
