Quoc Escape Road Lace Review: Elegance, Performance, and Value in One Shoe
Rating: 4.5/5 Price: $180 Reviewer: Jamie Hooper Published: June 27, 2024 Overview The Quoc Escape Road Lace shoes break the mold of traditional entry-level cycling footwear. With premium looks, solid comfort, and thoughtful performance features, these $180 lace-ups deliver far more than their price suggests. They’re ideal for endurance riders and enthusiasts who want great value without giving up style or ride quality. Pros and … Continue reading Quoc Escape Road Lace Review: Elegance, Performance, and Value in One Shoe
Canyon Disruptr CFR Helmet | Quirky Design, Quirky Fit
Canyon Disruptr CFR Helmet Review | Cycling Reviews Canyon Disruptr CFR Helmet Review Mid-tier innovation, but the performance doesn’t quite deliver Rating: 3/5 Price: $289.95 / €299.95 / £289.95 Overview The Canyon Disruptr CFR helmet introduces the HighBar retention system, promising gains in safety, aerodynamics, and comfort. But does it do enough to warrant its premium price? In this review, we explore its features, performance, … Continue reading Canyon Disruptr CFR Helmet | Quirky Design, Quirky Fit
Specialized Torch 3.0 Review: S-Works lite, big on performance
Specialized Torch 3.0 Road Cycling Shoes Review Mid-range road shoes with high-end performance By Jamie Hooper | Published: March 24, 2025 Our Rating: 4.5/5 Price: $250 / £210 / €250 Specialized Torch 3.0 road cycling shoes | Image: Simon von Bromley / Our Media Our Verdict The Specialized Torch 3.0 shoes offer near-flagship performance at a more reasonable price. They feature a stiff carbon sole, … Continue reading Specialized Torch 3.0 Review: S-Works lite, big on performance
Trek Madone 7 SLR Gen 8 Review: Lightweight, Aero & Fast
Trek Madone 7 SLR Gen 8 Review Trek Madone 7 SLR Gen 8 Review Price: $9,000 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Quick Verdict The new Trek Madone 7 SLR Gen 8 is a sharp-handling, lightweight, and aerodynamic road race bike that replaces the Émonda and Madone with one all-rounder. It offers strong value at the top tier with Project One customization, though it’s let down slightly by … Continue reading Trek Madone 7 SLR Gen 8 Review: Lightweight, Aero & Fast
Giant Revolt Advanced Pro 0: The Ultimate Gravel Race Machine
Giant Revolt Advanced Pro 0 Review: Fast, Versatile, and One of the Best Gravel Race Bikes Rating: 4.3/5 MSRP: $7,000 / £5,599 / €6,800 / AU$8,499 Category: Gravel Race Bike Overview The Giant Revolt Advanced Pro 0 continues to define what a premium gravel race bike should be. With smart updates to an award-winning platform, it’s light, fast, and adaptable — ideal for everything from … Continue reading Giant Revolt Advanced Pro 0: The Ultimate Gravel Race Machine
Fizik Vento Argo R1 Adaptive: Comfort Meets Cutting-Edge Tech
Fizik Vento Argo R1 Adaptive Saddle Review – 3D-Printed Comfort Meets Race-Day Performance Rating: 4.5/5 MSRP: $300 / £300 / €299 / AU$450 Category: Performance Saddle (Road, Gravel, XC MTB) Overview The Fizik Vento Argo R1 Adaptive combines 3D-printed technology, a carbon-reinforced nylon shell, and precision zone-tuning to deliver elite-level comfort and performance. While the price is steep and cleaning can be tedious, its race-ready … Continue reading Fizik Vento Argo R1 Adaptive: Comfort Meets Cutting-Edge Tech
Tacx Neo 3M Review: Data Perfection at a Premium Price
Tacx Neo 3M Review – Precision Power, Premium Price, and Some Unforgivable Flaws Rating: 3.5/5 MSRP: $1,999.99 / £1,749.99 / €1,999.99 Category: Direct Drive Smart Trainer Overview The Tacx Neo 3M is Garmin’s flagship direct-drive smart trainer, designed to deliver a premium indoor riding experience. While it excels in power accuracy and ride feel — with standout ERG mode performance — it falls behind on … Continue reading Tacx Neo 3M Review: Data Perfection at a Premium Price
Seriously fun, seriously pricey.
Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 Lefty AXS (2025) – Review & Ride Summary Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.6/5) MSRP: $6,500 Category: High-performance Gravel Bike Overview The 2025 Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 Lefty AXS builds on the legacy of its already iconic gravel platform with subtle yet smart upgrades. While it doesn’t revolutionize the category, it refines it — offering a smooth, confident ride on rough terrain and maintaining … Continue reading Seriously fun, seriously pricey.
Specialized S-Works Ares 2: The God Of Watts
Specialized S-Works Ares 2 Review – High-Performance Fit with a Premium Price Tag Rating: 4.4/5 MSRP: $600 / £479 / €549 Category: High-End Road Cycling Shoes Overview Designed for uncompromising performance and next-level comfort, the Specialized S-Works Ares 2 enters the 2025 season as the brand’s new flagship road shoe. Backed by data from over 100,000 Retül foot scans, it brings a redesigned Body Geometry … Continue reading Specialized S-Works Ares 2: The God Of Watts
The Gravel Biker’s Dream MTB
2025 Canyon Exceed Review Rating: 4.6/5MSRP: €1,999 – €4,999Category: Hardtail MTB / Adventure XC Overview The 2025 Canyon Exceed signals a major shift in hardtail MTB philosophy. Once designed with XC racing in mind, the new Exceed now leans heavily into adventure-ready geometry, comfort innovations, and smart frame storage — making it a compelling option for endurance riders, gravel converts, and bikepacking fans. It’s not … Continue reading The Gravel Biker’s Dream MTB