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Best bike locks 2023 - Quality locks to keep your bike secure -
The review discusses various types of bike locks, offering insights into their strengths and weaknesses. Points discussed include security level, price, portability, convenience and user-friendliness, touching on u-locks, chain locks, folding locks, and cable locks. Tips on how to properly lock a bike and considerations when choosing a lock are also provided.
Ride Quality
3.5
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.8
Value
4.5
Total
4.0
Giro Escape MIPS commuter helmet review -
The Giro Escape MIPS helmet garner praise for its style, safety features and comfort. This commuter helmet features integrated lights and a sleek design, and is effective for urban rides. However, the use of older micro-USB standard and non-removable rear padding were pointed out as minor drawbacks.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.0
Design
4.4
Value
4.3
Total
4.3
Giro Escape MIPS commuter helmet review -
The article reviews various road bike helmets, emphasizing considerations such as safety, comfort, aerodynamics, and ventilation. Notable contenders include Giro Aries Spherical, Kask Protone Icon, Specialized Prevail III, and Lazer Tonic Kineticore, each with specific strengths. However, lack of Virginia Tech testing is a common issue among many helmet choices. Overall, selecting the appropriate helmet relies on a rider's preferences and riding scenario.
Ride Quality
4.2
Build Quality
4.3
Design
4.0
Value
3.7
Total
4.0
Best folding electric bikes of 2023: A compact option for ... -
This guide provides in-depth reviews of six of the best folding electric bikes of 2023, rating them in terms of their iconic design, lightweight design, futuristic styling, big battery life, classic lines and capability
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.2
Design
5.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.4
HYPERAX Volt RV -Hitch Mounted E Bike Rack Carrier for RV, Camper, Trailer, Toad with 2 inch Class 3 or Higher Hitch- Fits Up to 2x70lbs EBike MTB Gravel Road Bike with Up to 5-inch Fat Tire - Cycling Expert
Safe to use. Comes with co-injected soft rubberized ratcheting hooks that secure the frame of your bike in place without scratching the metal surface.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.7
Design
4.8
Value
4.9
Total
4.8
Best road bike helmets of 2023 - Safe, comfortable, fast, ... -
The review focuses on different types of road bike helmets, emphasizing on safety, comfort, aerodynamics, and ventilation. The review doesn't only give helmet recommendations, but also advises on individual needs and preferences when choosing a bike helmet. Despite some helmets lacking Virginia Tech testing, they still do meet certain safety standards.
Ride Quality
4.6
Build Quality
4.3
Design
4.4
Value
4.2
Total
4.4
Best cycling glasses for 2023: Protection from the sun plus ... -
This review discusses various cycling glasses highlighting their strengths and shortcomings. Factors like weight, retention, lens quality, aesthetics, and price are considered to provide a comprehensive view to interested buyers.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
5.0
Design
3.8
Value
4.2
Total
4.4
Lazer Vento KinetiCore aero helmet review -
The Lazer Vento KinetiCore aero helmet is a high-quality cycling helmet built with strategic EPS foam blocks for rotational impact absorption. With a comfortable fit, it offers excellent ventilation and safety performance. Its construction, while light in weight, interferes with sunglasses and has some design issues, but overall, offers value for its high price.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.2
Value
4.3
Total
4.4
Trek Ballista MIPS review: Light, fast and comfortable -
The Trek Ballista MIPS is an aero helmet touting speed, comfort, and a five-star safety rating, albeit with a higher-positioned price point.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.4
Value
4.0
Total
4.5
Hiplok Gold bike lock review: A big, heavy, chain that's ... -
The Hiplok Gold bike lock strikes a balance between high security and convenience, although it's not cheap. The lock boasts high build quality and comes with three coded and replaceable keys. It is 2.2kg and the massive, hardened steel lock is wearable, making it both secure and easy to use. It is suitable for waist sizes between 30 and 44 inches. It has gained a Sold Secure Gold rating, which signifies a high level of security.
Ride Quality
3.8
Build Quality
5.0
Design
4.6
Value
4.0
Total
4.3
Cairn E-Adventure 1.0 electric gravel bike review -
The Cairn E-Adventure 1.0 electric gravel bike stands out due to its versatility, utility for all-year and long-range functions. The bike's design and build hold additional batteries to extend range and is equipped with comfortable all-day seating. With a solid spec out of the box, lightweight yet powerful Fazua Evation system, and well-tuned electric assistance, the E-Adventure 1.0 is indeed a well-rounded eBike.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.5
Value
4.3
Total
4.5
Cairn E-Adventure 1.0 electric gravel bike review -
The Cairn E-Adventure 1.0 electric gravel bike is a versatile and well-specced bike made of 6061-T6 alloy, which offers good for longer rides and suitable for intense off- or on-road riding. Although on the heavier side, it handles well and provides a boost of power with its Fazua Evation mid-mounted electric system.
Ride Quality
4.6
Build Quality
4.2
Design
4.4
Value
4.8
Total
4.5
Hiplok D1000 U-Lock review -
The Hiplok D1000 is an innovative U-lock with unique features that make it stand out in the market. With its patented Ferosafe material, it resist grinders and provides high-quality security for bikes. Despite its weight and price, its design and performance make it a worthwhile investment.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.7
Value
4.3
Total
4.6
Smith Wildcat sunglasses review -
The Smith Wildcat sunglasses provide exceptional optical quality, are resistant to fogging, offer superior eye protection from debris, and are comfortable with easy lens swapping, though they may not suit every helmet style.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.4
Value
4.5
Total
4.6
Castelli Idro Pro 3 Shakedry jacket review - Josh Ross
Not only is the membrane waterproof and breathable, using millions of tiny holes that are large enough to let vapor out but not let liquid in, but it's non-stick.
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
Design
5.0
Value
5.0
Total
5.0
Best bike bells 2023 - for commuting, road riding, mountain biking and more - Zach Nehr
The RockBros bell looks and feels similar to the Spurcycle Vintage Bell, but it costs only a fraction of the price.
Ride Quality
3.5
Build Quality
3.5
Design
3.5
Value
3.5
Total
3.5
Rapha Pro Team Insulated Gore-Tex Rain Jacket review - Josh Ross
There is a completely and totally waterproof membrane.
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
Design
4.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.5
Best women’s bike helmets 2022 - Quality protection that fits properly and looks good - Mildred Locke
Giro’s Vasona helmet is sleek and smart. Its compact shape, with cooling air vents and a lightweight construction, make it a good option for any cycle commuter or urban rider.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.3
Kask Utopia aero helmet review -
The Kask Utopia aero helmet is fast, comfortable, and offers excellent ventilation for an aero design but lacks traditional rotational impact protection found in competitors.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.6
Value
4.2
Total
4.5
Brompton P-Line review - Stuck in the middle with you - Will Jones
Halfway between the hyperlight T-Line and the basic models, the P-Line misses the mark.
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
3.0
Design
4.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.0
Brooks C17 Cambium All Weather saddle review - Guy Kesteven
Heavy but smoothly supportive comfort and timeless style like no other saddle.
Ride Quality
4.9
Build Quality
4.9
Design
4.9
Value
4.9
Total
4.9
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