I’ve been choosing my sunglasses lens color based solely on my personal taste all these years. The best lens color depends on the light conditions you’ll be in and the type of activities you’ll be doing. Polarized lenses, regardless of color, are also a great option for reducing glare from reflective surfaces like water and…
Category: Cycling Gear Reviews
The Bike Rack That’ll Make You Say ‘Thule-y Amazing’
For more than 75 years, Thule (based in Sweden) has been creating solutions to simplify life’s adventures by committing to developing smart, stylish products that are environmentally sound, high quality, safe, and easy to use. All so you can bring the things you care most about. The Thule Apex XT 4-bike hitch bike rack is…
Preview – Hover Camera X1
Hover Camera X1 is a revolutionary flying camera that will unlock a spectacular shooting experience for you. At the simple press of the button, the Hover X1 records people, sounds, and scenery from unique aerial perspectives. We supported the Zero Zero Robotics campaign on IndieGoGo and should be receiving our unit in the next few…
Deep tissue massage with the sleek Bob & Brad T2 massage gun
Bob and Brad T2 massage gun is tailored to physical therapy patients, athletes, and everyone in between including runners, cyclists, and travelers. With its sleek design, gloss finish, and targeted massage, the new T2 model is a true testament to Bob and Brad’s physio wisdom – trusted by over 4 million followers on YouTube. Physical…
Going the distance with Therabody’s Theragun Prime
Ease discomfort, soothe tightness and tension, and recover faster in seconds.
Funkier Bike performance cycling wear at an affordable price
Funkier Bike designs and manufactures innovative, high-quality cycling apparel at an affordable price.
High performance does not mean high price over the long run
Every month, WTGR readers, NRC readers, friends, and family ask about high performance apparel for running, cycling, and travel. And the first question after I recommend a brand like Ashmei, Rapha, Craghoppers, and Icebreaker is, ‘Why is it so expensive?’.
Running & Cycling with BUFF® Headwear
BUFF® , the Original Multifunctional Headwear; it’s the product that started the seamless, multifunctional headwear revolution. Performance head and neckwear designed to morph into a multitude of different garments in seconds, allowing its wearer to change their headwear on the fly while offering protection from the elements during a wide range of outdoor activities and sports.
Cycling with the Pearl Izumi ESCAPE collection
The Pearl Izumi ESCAPE cycling collection is designed for what riders are seeking.
Beyond commuting with the Allen Sports Atocha folding bike
With high pressure 24″ tires and low maintenance disc brakes, the Allen Atocha provides all of the features of a full sized bicycle with the convenience of a folding bike.
Ride with your child, pets, or cargo using the Allen Sports Child Jogger/Trailer
Allen Sports SST1 that converts from trailer to jogger. Safely and comfortably transports one children (max trailer payload 50 lb). Quick and easy assembly.
Bryton Sport Rider 310 cycling computer, powerful yet affordable
Whether you expect a cycling computer to be simple for enjoyment, affordable for your budget or powerful for your training, the Bryton Sport Rider 310 answers them all
Bulls Bikes Desert Falcon Pro
The BULLS Desert Falcon Pro is a monster waiting to be unleashed. This bike comes with selected top notch technologies to ensure you are not only getting the most out of the bike but that you have a smile every single time you ride it.
Go long with the Rapha Brevet collection
The Rapha Brevet collection of products are tried-and-tested favorites in Rapha’s core riding range with rejuvenated colors each season and refined aesthetics provide even greater visibility on the road.
Return To Fitness: Climbing & Descending
Continuing our series from Return to Fitness. Previous parts here: Return to Fitness: Introduction, Bike Fit Return to Fitness: Saddle (Butt), Knees & Feet Return to Fitness: Hands, Neck & Shoulders, Back Return To Fitness: Climbing Lesson number one: Stay seated as you grind up a long hill. Avoid the desire to stand up and…
Return to Fitness: Hands, Neck & Shoulders, Back
Continuing our series from Return to Fitness. Previous parts here: Return to Fitness: Introduction, Bike Fit Return to Fitness: Saddle (Butt), Knees & Feet Return To Fitness: Hands About five hundred miles into my bike ride across America, I began to notice a loss of sensation in both hands, even though I was wearing padded…
Return To Fitness: Saddle (Butt), Knees & Feet
Continuing our series from Return to Fitness. Previous parts here: Return to Fitness: Introduction, Bike Fit Return To Fitness: Saddle (The Butt) Old-fashioned bike purists will swear by their well-broken-in leather saddles. But these seats can take several thousand miles of riding before they conform to one’s buttocks. Bike seats are now made with spongy,…
Return To Fitness: Introduction, Bike Fit
Bill Katovsky was a two-time Hawaii Ironman finisher, a guy who bicycled solo across the U.S., an endurance athlete who competed in a three-day race mountain bike race across Costa Rica. But through a series of misfortunes, including depression, losing his dog, death in his family, and debilitating health problems, Katovsky went from being a…
RecoFit Shin Splint Therapy Compression Sleeves
We have wear tested a few RecoFit products (compression calf sleeves and full leg compression sleeves) in the past few years and the shin splint therapy compression sleeves turned out to be our favorite RecoFit product because of its technology and multi-purpose usage (more on this later). And we have tested tons of compression calf…
The value priced Ornot SS Jersey & Bib Shorts 2.0
By popular request, our readers have asked about more affordable but high quality and high performance running and cycling apparel. Brands like Ashmei, Rapha, Icebreaker and Smartwool are on the higher end of the price spectrum when viewed in the short term. So we have decided to wear test a few select running and cycling…
Light & Motion Urban 800 FC fast charging compact light
Light & Motion, the leading California manufacturer of personal lighting systems and LED bike lights, launched their innovative Urban commuter light collection last year. The Urban 2.0 line features a new array of colors and a complete redesign from the ground up to gain performance, efficiency, and all-weather reliability. It is the first fully waterproof…
Altra Running Interval 1.0 Compression Calf Sleeves
You know that Altra Running is known for their zero drop natural running shoes like the Instinct 3.0 and Superior 2.0 that we recently reviewed. But did you know that Altra also make performance apparel like compression calf sleeves? We have been fans of compression socks and calf sleeves since 2011 and have wear tested…
Universal interchangeability with the new Tifosi Pro
Tifosi Optics today announces the availability of the Tifosi Pro with ICS, an interchangeable system that integrates Full Frame, Half Frame and/or Shield eyewear into one complete kit. This revolutionary patent-pending design allows for universal interchangeability. Simply snap the universal arms onto any of the included frames, add the appropriate lenses, and go! Adaptable For…
Injinji Toe Socks for Spring & Summer 2015
I’m not one that wear socks when running unless it is very cold and my toes are really numb. But I do wear socks when wearing dress shoes and business casual shoes (sometimes). Recently, when cycling in cold weather, I had to resort to wearing toe socks. A few of my female wear testers wear…