I installed Tektro CR720 brakes on my Surly Cross Check build and they work quite well. They are considered cyclocross brakes by Tektro, and you can see why looking at them: They have very strong braking, probably from the all the leverage from being so wide. They are also easy to clean as you haveContinue reading “Tektro CR720 Cantilever Brake Review”
Category Archives: Bicycle Part, Accessory and Tool Reviews
Filoto Cycling Belt Bike Bag Review
My Filoto cycling belt is my most used bike bag. It’s not for carrying a ton of gear, but it’s great for carrying a phone, wallet, keys… Most my rides I just bring my phone with so I can call for a ride if things go bad. When I need to carry more emergency gear,Continue reading “Filoto Cycling Belt Bike Bag Review”
Lightest Road Bike Tires List
Here are the lightest road bike tires I have found using manufacturer information by size and weight. Winners Lightest Tubed 700x23C – Maxxis High Road SL and Panaracer Agilest Light Folding tire tie for lightest at 160grams. 700x25C – Maxxis High Road SL and Panaracer Agilest Light Folding tire tie for lightest at 170grams. 700x28CContinue reading “Lightest Road Bike Tires List”
Rockbros Bicycle Rear Taillight Saddle Rail Mounted Review
Because my Surly doesn’t have a lot of seat post showing I decided a saddle rail mounted taillight might be the best way to go. I shopped around quite a bit and landed on this one from Rockbros, take a look: This one is just a regular taillight, so you turn it on, and itContinue reading “Rockbros Bicycle Rear Taillight Saddle Rail Mounted Review”
Halo Retro Road Race Wheel Skewers Review
Its not easy to find vintage-look silver quick release skewers that are lighter than the regular old steel ones. After much searching, I found these Halo retro skewers. I think they nail the old school look and the weight quite well. Have a look: Specs Front: 100mm Rear: 130mm Weight for both: 131 grams Cr-MoContinue reading “Halo Retro Road Race Wheel Skewers Review”
Setting up Velocity A23 wheels for tubeless
I decided to go tubeless with my Surly Cross Check. Since it’s my first time I did a lot of research. My Velocity A23 wheels are tubeless compatible rather than ready, so they need to be set up. What you need Tubeless rim tape Tubeless valves Valve core remover Tubeless Sealant Sealant injector Tubeless readyContinue reading “Setting up Velocity A23 wheels for tubeless”
Raleigh English Bicycles Sign Metal
This is a great item for anyone interested in vintage bicycles, especially English bicycles. Have a look at this cool vintage look sign: It is made of metal and painted to look old. I think they did a pretty good job with it. Size 11.8 x 7.8” Has a hole in each corner for hanging,Continue reading “Raleigh English Bicycles Sign Metal”
Velocity A23 Road Wheelset Silver Miche Hubs Review
I decided I wanted to finally try tubeless with my Surly, so I needed to find some silver tubeless compatible rims. I found the best selection of silver road wheels at Velomine. My Surly ended up being a not Shimano bike so I decided on a wheelset with made in USA Velocity A23 rims, madeContinue reading “Velocity A23 Road Wheelset Silver Miche Hubs Review”
American Classic Torchbearer Tubeless Ready Tires 700x32C Review
I’ve decided to go tubeless with my Surly Cross Check as I’m trying to make it a super comfortable ride. Since I’m frugal I decided to shop around and ran into the Torchbearer tires by American Classic. These are only $35 each on Amazon and meet all my needs. Take a look: The Good AllContinue reading “American Classic Torchbearer Tubeless Ready Tires 700x32C Review”
Craft Cadence Bicycle Bar Bag Review
The good people at Craft Cadence contacted me and wanted me to review one of their products. They sent me their bar bag for review, and I must say it’s something I didn’t know I needed. Here are some images: Specs Size: Approximately 10 x 8 x 3” Weight: about 260 grams What’s included: bag,Continue reading “Craft Cadence Bicycle Bar Bag Review”
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