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Schwalbe Aerothan review

At a time when tubeless cycling is becoming increasingly popular, I remain enamoured of the regular inner tube. Especially the Schwalbe Aerothan. Because it has been on my cyclocross bike for 3 years now, without any punctures. I think that is quite an achievement. January 2021. I buy a new cyclo-cross bike and immediately fit new outer tubes. I want the Schwalbe [...]

Rapha handlebar bag review: still a favourite after 3 years of use

I have now been using my Rapha Bar Bag for 3 years, so it's time for a review! A durable, sturdy handlebar bag, in which you can carry enough stuff during a long day on the bike. Can be quickly attached to the handlebars and sticks nicely - without bouncing, even during a gravel ride over bumpy [...]

Strade Bianche cycling: here's what you need to know!

The Strade Bianche is one of the most popular cycling races in the world. The race starts and finishes in Siena, Tuscany, and runs largely on unpaved white gravel roads, the one and only strade bianche. Would you like to watch the race not just as a spectator, but to cycle the Strade Bianche yourself? We'll tell you all about it [...]

Castelli Perfetto ROS gloves review

How pleased I am with my Castelli Perfetto ROS gloves this week. I bought them at Mantel last year to take them to the Strade Bianche. There the weather was lovely, so they went back home unused. But with the snow this week, I've been using my Castelli Perfetto gloves a lot [...]

Canyon Grizl AL 7 1by review

A tough gravel bike that is ready for rough work as well as adventure. With a sturdy aluminium frame, the Canyon Grizl is an all-rounder. By now I have quite a few Canyons at home. The only one missing was a gravel bike. I always used my Canyon Inflite, the cyclocrosser, for that. But now [...]

BBB DoubleShot mini pump review

The BBB DoubleShot mini pump. A compact and lightweight mini pump that you can easily take with you on a bike ride.

Ere Research launches the new Genus AE92-D and the Genus AE00-D time trial wheels.

Ere Research proudly presents the new time trial wheels GENUS AE92-D and the GENUS AE00-D, developed in collaboration with the World Tour team Intermarché-Wanty. Piet van der Velde, founder of Ere Research, is delighted with the collaboration with Intermarché-Wanty. "After seven years of hard work, we are entering the World Tour with Team Intermarché-Wanty. I am incredibly proud [...]

AGU launches most sustainable cycling clothing collection ever

AGU unveils its latest sustainable cycling apparel collection, which is distinguished by a complete absence of paint, celebrating the natural colour of the products. This approach not only reduces water consumption, but also the harmful emissions normally associated with conventional dyeing techniques. This innovative collection of sustainable and [...]

Go4Dry Shoe Dryer review: quickly dry your cycling shoes

The Go4Dry Shoe Dryer cleans and dries cycling shoes within an hour. This makes the shoe dryer ideal for racing, mtb or running shoes. The Go4Dry Shoe Dryer Sometimes you have those things you wonder why you didn't buy them before. A shoe dryer is one of them. For years, I used to dry my cycling shoes after a rainy bike ride [...].

Introducing the new Basso Venta R: "The pinnacle of Basso riding performance: now more accessible than ever"

Basso Bikes is proud to present the latest addition to its esteemed range - the new Venta R. This bike seamlessly combines modern design with the latest technologies and is poised to radically change the cycling landscape. Designed for versatility and performance, the new Venta R promises to inspire riders with premium and technological bikes [...]