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Smith Signal Helmet with MIPS Review - Road Bike Rider -
The Smith Signal Helmet with MIPS is a high-quality, lightweight and comfortable helmet that offers great ventilation. It is priced at an affordable $75 but does not include a storage bag.
Ride Quality
4.2
Build Quality
4.6
Design
4.0
Value
4.8
Total
4.4
Smith Optics Express Commuter Helmet Review -
The Smith Express commuter helmet is a lightweight, economical and aesthetically pleasing helmet with good safety features including MIPS and a rear light. However, the light isn't bright enough for daytime use and isn't rechargeable. Overall, it offers excellent value for money.
Ride Quality
4.2
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.7
Value
4.8
Total
4.5
Smith Optics Express Commuter Helmet Review -
The Smith Optics Express Commuter Helmet is reviewed as fairly priced at $100 with MIPS safety, adjustable fitting, and features to enhance visibility. However, there are concerns over the rear light being not rechargeable and insufficiently bright during the day.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.3
Design
4.8
Value
4.7
Total
4.6
Smith Dispatch with MIPS Helmet - Quick Review -
The Smith Dispatch helmet, designed for commuters and e-bike riders, impresses with its comfort, appeal, protection, and lightness. With additional safety features like MIPS and Koroyd, it ensures premium impact protection and gives peace of mind. However, its LED light requires to be detached for charging which might wear out its brackets over time.
Ride Quality
4.9
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.7
Value
4.6
Total
4.8
Bern FL-1 Pavé MIPS Helmet - Road Bike Rider Cycling Site -
The FL-1 Pavé MIPS helmet by Bern, a company known for skating, snow sports, and cycling helmets, delivers a surprisingly high quality and affordable entry into the road market. The helmet is well designed, light weight, comfortable, and offers modern safety tech features.
Ride Quality
4.3
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.4
Value
5.0
Total
4.6
Charge Comfort Ebike Review - Road Bike Rider -
The Charge Comfort Ebike offers great value due to its high build quality and appealing design. It offers a comfortable ride and is easy to handle, adding to its overall attractiveness.
Ride Quality
4.3
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.0
Value
4.6
Total
4.3
Charge Comfort Ebike Review - Road Bike Rider Cycling Site -
The Charge Comfort ebike is praised for its comfort and ease of riding, great for non-cyclists. Its versatility, wide range, ease of assembly, quality components, and power level make it a reasonable purchase for its price.
Ride Quality
4.2
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.6
Value
4.8
Total
4.5
Bontrager Ballista Helmet with MIPS Review -
Bontrager's Ballista aero helmet with MIPS combines performance, comfort, and safety with excellent venting and an aero design at a reasonable price, plus a Crash Replacement Guarantee.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.7
Design
4.4
Value
4.6
Total
4.5
Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5 Road Ebike, an Owner's ... -
The owner reviews the Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5 Road Ebike, praising its light weight, multi-assist levels, battery life, and overall ride quality. However, the location of the control unit was criticized for requiring the rider to take their eyes off the road to operate it. Overall, the bike was deemed a worthy investment for serious riders in need of a little assist.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.2
Value
4.3
Total
4.4
Reelight SL-100 Bike Safety Lights -
Reelight SL-100 bike lights are easy to install safety lights that flash with the bike’s speed, best for darker conditions but not noticeable in daylight, with the downside of noise and added weight.
Ride Quality
3.5
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.7
Value
4.2
Total
3.8
Schwinn Coston DX Ebike Review - Road Bike Rider -
The Schwinn Coston DX ebike is praised for its sturdy construction, easy to use step-thru frame, comfortable upright riding position, unique storage compartment in the saddle and integrated lights for visibility. It has a possible range of 45 miles with its in-frame battery. Available at $1999.99, it is part of a new lineup of ebikes from Schwinn. Despite the difficulty of matching bike size to rider size, the bike is described as the perfect commuting, errand running and recreational riding option.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.2
Value
3.8
Total
4.1
Propella 7S Ebike Review - Road Bike Rider Cycling Site -
The Propella 7S Ebike, priced at $1,249, is lightweight and has an accessible price point considering its features. It includes a 250-watt hub motor, Shimano rear derailleur, puncture-resistant tires, and a removable battery. The distinctive blue rims provide a 'fixie' aesthetic, while the range of 20 to 40 miles is adequate depending on usage. The lack of fenders or lights is noticeable, but does contribute to its light weight.
Ride Quality
4.4
Build Quality
4.3
Design
4.8
Value
4.5
Total
4.5
Reelight NOVA Dynamo Bike Light System Review -
The Reelight NOVA offers a hassle-free, batteryless bike light system with a range of mounting options, suitable for metal frames and ideal for commuting.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.7
Design
4.2
Value
4.4
Total
4.4
Vvolt Proxima Mid Drive Motor Ebike Review - Lars Hundley
The Enviolo system allows you to shift while pedaling, while coasting or while completely at a stop.
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
5.0
Value
5.0
Total
4.8
Specialized Airnet MIPS Helmet Review - Road Bike Rider -
The review highlights the specialized Airnet MIPS helmet, appreciating its worth, safety features, ventilation, and aerodynamics. Although slightly heavier than high-end helmets, it is worth the price and is recommended for buying.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.2
Value
3.8
Total
4.1
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