Gadgets & Hacks Archives

Tiny Apidura Expedition Waist Belt Adds Jersey Pockets to Any Riding Kit

This minimalist Apidura Expedition Waist Belt brings back the storage of 3 jersey pockets, even if you’ve moved on to riding in a t-shirt…

Written by Cory Benson September 05, 2023

Cane Creek + SRM, an Ultralight & Stiff Titanium Crankset with a PowerMeter

Pairing a Cane Creek eeWings MTB crankset and an SRM PM9 direct mount spider might just be the most bling powermeter possible…

Written by Cory Benson September 05, 2023

CyclingCeramic Lowers the Cost of Free Watts

CyclingCeramic lowers the cost of buying ceramic bearing ‘Free Watts’ to make your bike’s drivetrain faster by more than 20%!

Written by Cory Benson September 04, 2023

Restrap Utility Hip Pack & Rolltop Backpack, Versatile Travel Packs: First Look

Restrap debuts a new versatile Rolltop Backpacks & great little transformer Utility Hip Pack in new Travel Range for on- and off-bike carrying…

Written by Cory Benson September 01, 2023

QuietKat hitch rack tilts for easier e-bike loading

With a tilting design, the QuietKat Pivot Pro Hitch Rack makes it easier to load heavy e-bikes by turning the whole thing into a giant…

Written by Tyler Benedict August 08, 2023

DJI Osmo Action 4 camera Lights Up w/ Massive New Sensor

We finally get an action camera with a big sensor for better low-light performance, plus really long battery life & great mounts, too.

Written by Tyler Benedict August 02, 2023

Can the KIS Steering Stabilizer Keep Canyon’s Strive:ON eMTB Steady on Whistler’s Trails?

When you’re bombing down a rough, technical descent, keeping your handlebars pointed where you want them can wear down your arms quickly. Enter the KIS…

Written by Steve Fisher August 02, 2023

VeloVetta Monarch Aim to be the Most Aerodynamic Road Bike Shoes

With a smooth yet breathable upper and clever closure that doubles as an aerodynamic fairing, the VeloVetta Monarch cycling shoes could save you some serious…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 24, 2023

BiKASE Sidewinder “Any Bottle Cage” fits Bigger Bottles on Smaller Bikes

Need to carry something bigger than a standard bike water bottle on your bike? Or just get a little too rowdy and wanna make sure…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 24, 2023

AMP Stops by with 8.8g Carbon Disc Brake Pads & New Affordable Podium Series

AMP’s carbon fiber-backed, ceramic-coated disc brake pads promise lighter weight, better heat management, and improved performance for road and mountain bikes. But yeah, we’re only…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 22, 2023

Chris King Espresso Tampers Return!

The legendary Chris King Espresso Tampers are back, on sale while supplies last.

Written by Tyler Benedict July 18, 2023

Kogel Aero Kolossos Sheds Wind Drag, too, Plus new Shimano 105 Option

Kogel aims to save drag from more than just the chain with their new aerodynamic oversize pulley cage, and they’ve got standard OSPWs for the…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 18, 2023

Rohloff Speedhub Syncs with Bosch Smart System for Automatic Shifting

Your commuter e-bike is about to get even easier to use with Bosch Smart System drive units integrating with Rohloff’s electronic shifting 14-speed hub, plus…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 17, 2023

Le Tour Debut for Syncros Capital SL Carbon Wheels with Custom-Made Team DSM TT Disc

Syncros race the Tour de France with Team DSM on new superlight & aero custom Syncros monocoque carbon Capital SL TT Disc time trial wheels…

Written by Cory Benson July 17, 2023

Aleck Punks & Tocsen Crash Sensor Make Every Helmet Safer, Coming Soon to Smith

Aleck Punks add new near-ear audio & rider-to-rider communication without blocking outside sound. Plus, Tocsen crash sensors now or on Smith helmets soon…

Written by Cory Benson June 30, 2023

SR Suntour TACT Automatic Electronic Mountain Bike Racing Suspension Gets Real

After a few years, an Olympic Gold & 4 World Cup wins, the uniquely simple SR Suntour TACT smart automatic XC MTB suspension is finally…

Written by Cory Benson June 29, 2023

Hang, Slide & Rotate Bikes Effortlessly with the Stashed SpaceRail Bike Storage System

Back in April, I wrote about a really cool bike storage system by Stashed Products that I saw at the Sea Otter Classic. The system…

Written by Ron Frazelle June 28, 2023

Pinion Mission ON.E eDrive is a True eBike Transmission – Motor & Gearbox in One!

The all-new Pinion ON.E eDrive combines the ebike motor and an electronically-shifted gearbox for the first complete ebike transmission in one…

Written by Cory Benson June 20, 2023

Sixpack Racing Millenium Stem Cleans Up Internal Routing

Sixpack Racing’s new stem allows for clean internal stealth routing of all the things, but without leaving big holes in your headset cap where water…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 18, 2023

Beat The “Sore” Out with the Ekrin Bantam Mini-Massage Gun

Right off the bat, I will tell you that I had never heard of Ekrin Athletics when they reached out to me to review the…

Written by Ron Frazelle June 15, 2023

Dangerholm takes to the road w/ custom Scott Foil RC Liquid

Dangerholm shows off his latest creation, a fully customized Scott Foil RC road bike with shimmery (and ultralight) green-to-gold finish, prototype titanium cranks, and an…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 08, 2023

Musguard Handlebar Harness Turns Simple Roll-up Fender Tech into Bikepacking Carrier

Musguard’s lightweight & simple Handlebar Harness securely hauls plenty of gear for bikepacking adventure, then rolls-up out of the way when empty…

Written by Cory Benson June 06, 2023

New DT Swiss RevoLite Spokes Strike Fluted Balance of Lightweight, Extra-Strength & Aero

DT Swiss RevoLite cold-forges an all-new lightweight cross-bladed steel mountain bike spoke for stronger MTB wheels…

Written by Cory Benson May 25, 2023

The Beam x Virgo Move Full-Face Helmet Brings Extra Protection for Safer eBike Riding

Yes, Virgo has a full-face helmet for riding ebikes around town. Who needs protection more than newbie ebikers and cyclists facing traffic head-to-head?

Written by Cory Benson May 19, 2023

Personomic Gains Traction with 3D-Printed Grips, Eyes Saddles Next

The German company’s individually tailored grips are gaining popularity. Now Personomic has its sights set on saddles.

Written by Andrew Marshall May 18, 2023

Update: Öhlins Factory Racing Limited Edition Upgrades for your Swedish MTB suspension

Öhlins limited edition Factory Racing suspension upgrades promise to make faster and look cooler at the same time…

Written by Cory Benson May 18, 2023

Upgraded Canyon Spectral:ON Brings Smart Canyon App, GPS Tracking & Security

Canyon eMTB is back with 3 smart hidden upgrades to the popular Spectral:ON ebike that make it more capable, more fun to ride, and more…

Written by Cory Benson May 16, 2023

Wheels Mfg. gives UDH bikes a direct-mount hanger for Shimano derailleurs

Upgrade your Shimano road, gravel & mountain bike derailleurs to a direct-mount design with Wheels Mfg.’s new hanger that fits any UDH-compatible bike!

Written by Tyler Benedict May 15, 2023