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- Review Count13
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- First Review02 May 2010
- Last Review05 February 2013
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- Average Rating4.3
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- First Review Comment02 July 2012
- Last Review Comment02 July 2012
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- First Answer20 May 2010
- Last Answer18 March 2012
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The 2013 Racing 3 2-way fit wheelset comes with a new mega-drive hub flange on the rear improving stiffness and power transfer, also seen on the Racing 1 and Zero. They also have a great graphics makeover including a new white painted hub.
Overall rating
faster and puncture proof fitted with tubeless
Posted05 February 2013
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : Over 65
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
Budget : Value for money
"That got your attention then - they're obviously not 'puncture proof' but in twelve months and four glass penetrations, I haven't had to change a tyre or tube.
But back to the wheels. They roll very smoothly presumably due to the high quality bearings. They've stayed true. Fitting Hutchinson tubeless tyres is hard work but worth it. On my final puncture, I rode the short distance home with the rear tyre flat. No drama - kept the speed down to no more than 18 kph.
I initially fitted them to a twin 700c high racer recumbent. With no direct comparison I couldn't say if the wheels were better or worse than wheels of similar price but based on my PBs they were slightly faster than the stock wheels.
A few days ago I put them on my Trek Madone 5.2 and now I can say they're noticeably superior to the Bontrager Race Lite stock wheels. It seems they're 'one gear' faster up hills. There's a 'rigid' feel to the bike and it responds quicker.
The two way fit can free you from the annoyance of punctures. With Atom tyres and 30 grams of sealant there's no weight penalty compared to most tyre tube combinations.
The bearings are particularly easy to adjust.
These are great wheels - they're so good I've upgraded to the Zeros!"
Pros: Durable, Great Value, High Quality, Versatile, speed improvement
Cons: tubeless tight to fit
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Ultra light tubeless tyre which features a unique tread reinforced with thermoplastic compound for lightness and performance, carbon beads and slick profile
Overall rating
Nice but hard to fit
Posted20 January 2013
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BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : Over 65
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I've been running the Fusions and liked them well enough to upgrade to the Atoms. The Atoms with 30 grams of Stans sealant are lighter than a light tyre and butyl tube and the same as the light tyre with a latex tube.
So you get the same weight with freedom from punctures.
and freedom from latex fast pressure drop.
and freedom from latex fast pressure drop.
The ride is very good even at 100 psi. It reminds me of the best light 240 tpi tyre, having a more subdued rattle on rough chipseal. I may run them at lower pressure depending on how they roll. The Fusion 3's didn't seem to lose speed even at 75 psi. so I'd expect a similar performance from the Atoms.
But!!!!
Getting them on and off my Fulcrum two way fit rims is insanely difficult. Maybe it's just this particular rim/tyre combination, but there is absolutely NO WAY that I could remove the tyre out on the road. I know the tricks. I strapped the tyre into the rim well. I lubricated it. I pulled around the slack oh how I laughed... what slack...? I have a tyre 'jack' and the Atom laughed at it.
3 steel lined tyre levers, barked knuckles, profanity, sweat.... 30 minutes There HAS to be a better way!
Time will tell about the durability. My Fusions developed fine longitudinal cracks quite quickly and they worried me but some tyres do this and at least one manufacturer says not to worry.
The Fusions also took glass and sealed it and when the sealant dried (my fault) I rode them slowly home flat.. Yes they are 'ride flat.'
So I do love tubeless and i think they can only improve.... if you can mount them :)"
Pros: Comfortable, Lightweight, fast, ride them flat, virtually puncture proof
Cons: hard to mount
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Speedplay pedals are incredibly lightweight thanks to intelligent engineering. The engagement mechanism is housed in the cleat, not the pedal, allowing you to have a double sided pedal with one mechanism (rather than one on each side of the pedal).
Overall rating
I'm not Speed Playing any more
Posted18 March 2012
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : Over 65
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"The Speedplay pedals are very light, secure and easy to unclip ; usually.
However, after using the pedals for some time I've found they are not practical for recreational riders.
I lubricate the pedals before each ride but they have become increasingly hard to clip in. The problem is that dirt gets in behind the retaining 'bow' or circlip and prevents it opening. The circlip is enclosed under an aluminium plate.
Dismantling the cleat for cleaning is fiddly and the small plate retaining screws quickly become worn and difficult to undo even though I try not to walk on hard surfaces. The alternative is to walk on the verge and that introduces dirt. It's a no win situation.
For riders that rarely dismount during a ride all this probably doesn't matter, but as a recreational rider, I always stop for coffee and often for our little band of riders to regroup.
Conclusion - Brilliant design with a fatal flaw."
Pros: Attractive, Comfortable, High Quality, Adjustable, Lightweight
Cons: Expensive, Wears Out Easily, very sensitive to dirt, expensive cleat replacement, high maintenance
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Corsa CX has proved successful in road races all over the world, but the new EVO version is bound to even greater success.
Overall rating
These feel fast and smooth
Posted28 January 2012
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : Over 65
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
Budget : Value for money
"I bought these for a specific ride based on their reputation for low rolling resistance. I expected them to be a firmer ride than the Hutchinson Fusion tubeless that I usually run but to my great surprise they felt softer even though I have them at 110 psi and ride over some pretty awful chipseal.
Compared to the Fusion tyres, the Vittoria Corsa Evo CX feels livelier yet softer. The bike feels more responsive in every way.
I'll be sticking with these providing there are no longevity issues and only time will tell me that."
Pros: Attractive, Comfortable, Lightweight, soft riding, lively ride feel
Cons: hard to get over rim
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ZERO is the new electrolyte drink from High5; it's virtually calorie free (1.4 cal per 100ml) and has a light refreshing taste.
Overall rating
Lost weight - not sore
Posted07 August 2011
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : Over 65
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Since we've been adding this to our dilute fruit juice mix, my wife and I have both lost weight* (without any change in diet) and both remarked that we don't get delayed onset muscle soreness OR feel hungry after rides.
* one of the claimed benefits is increased lean muscle mass."
Pros: Versatile, tasty with a fizz, go faster
Cons: Expensive
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Element Toe Covers
These tow covers are ideal for keeping in your pocket on those 'changeable' weather days, they fit on in seconds and keep the tips of your feet protected from windchill.
Overall rating
Keeps toes warm - but
Posted22 July 2011
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : Over 65
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"They keep your toes warm but they're not going to last very long. Every time you put a foot down, the underside wears a bit and they'll wear through very quickly."
Cons: Wears Out Easily
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Tubeless and clincher compatible wheelset.
Overall rating
They spin forever
Posted10 July 2011
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"These wheels spin silently for a long time which to me indicates very good bearings. I used them with Hutchinson Fusion 3 tubeless tyres and the ride quality was smooth and excellent.
On these wheels I immediately set a PB on our local nasty 12% hill and rolling down the other side they were at least 1 kph faster particularly as the previous maximum roll down was with a slight tail wind and this run was into a quartering head wind.
I really do like the silent freewheel - it's very civilised!"
Pros: Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, High Quality, Adjustable, Lightweight, silent freewheel
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A concentrated sports fuel for instant energy with a caffeine kick for increased focus on your most challenging events and training drills.
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Pocket Rocket fuel
Posted10 July 2011
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I class this as a secret weapon and use it 15 minutes out from the final hill. It's not as gluggy as some and I like the raspberry flavour. The effect on me is that I can surge until knackered (!) then after ten minutes or so, surge again. Usually I'm limited to about 3 such efforts on a two hour ride, but with these there don't seem to be any limits. Use as directed!"
Pros: tasty, not gluggy
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Quick release chainlink for use with KMC, Shimano or Sram chains with a specific Campagnolo version.
Overall rating
Makes chain removal easy
Posted10 July 2011
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I take the chain off for deep cleaning and these make it easy. You can unclip them on the road with difficulty. You need a rag or gloves and it's messy but it's saved me a couple of times when my wife hard jammed the chain behind the inner chainwheel. (I've fitted a K-Edge stop since then.)
You can buy a removal tool or make your own from an auto terminal crimper. Drill a chain roller sized hole in the jaws of the crimper (enlarge the existing hole) and file the jaws so they'll fit between the chain links."
Pros: Durable, Lightweight, Good Fit
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A versatile seamless, full-fingered glove with a close fit for just about any cold-weather activity. Dura gloves can be worn as a glove liner in cold conditions or alone on mild morning rides. A year-round essential.
Overall rating
warm and comfy
Posted10 July 2011
BRecumbent
fromPortland,Victoria
Country : Australia
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"In cold weather I wear these under a pair of fingerless padded gloves. I have the yellow gloves and other riders have commented on how visible they are when I gesture or signal."
Pros: Great Value, Attractive, Comfortable, Good Fit, highly visible
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Speedplay pedals are incredibly lightweight thanks to intelligent engineering. The engagement mechanism is housed in the cleat, not the pedal, allowing you to have a double sided pedal with one mechanism (rather than one on each side of the pedal).
Do the speedplay zero pedals come with all the hardware to attach to the sidi ergo 2 shoes
Speedplay provide a list of compatible shoes on their web site here;
http://www.speedplay.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=shoeguide.searchstart
The cleats have to be installed with wedges (provided with the pedals) that provide a flat surface. Not all shoes are suitable but most road shoes can be fitted.
http://www.speedplay.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=shoeguide.searchstart
The cleats have to be installed with wedges (provided with the pedals) that provide a flat surface. Not all shoes are suitable but most road shoes can be fitted.
1 year, 2 months ago
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BRecumbent
Portland,Victoria
Speedplay pedals are incredibly lightweight thanks to intelligent engineering. The engagement mechanism is housed in the cleat, not the pedal, allowing you to have a double sided pedal with one mechanism (rather than one on each side of the pedal).
Do the speedplay titanium pedals come with the cleats?
Yes.
1 year, 2 months ago
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BRecumbent
Portland,Victoria
With no Index positions the Dia-Compe Bar End Gear Shifter Set works with all systems it also has power ratchet friction control.
Are the "pods" pictured included with the shifters?
What you see in the picture is the complete integrated unit. The levers are not separate from the assembly. These are 'bar end' levers and the internal diameter of the handlebar must match the expanding boss.
1 year, 3 months ago
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BRecumbent
Portland,Victoria
ZERO is the new electrolyte drink from High5; it's virtually calorie free (1.4 cal per 100ml) and has a light refreshing taste.
Individually wrapped?
I've had free samples of these where the tablets were individually wrapped - is that the case when they're in a tube? It would be nice to take a few out with me in the event I drain my bidons...
No they're not wrapped. I suggest a twist of aluminium foil to carry a couple of spares.
1 year, 9 months ago
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BRecumbent
Portland,Victoria
This Core is needed for our rim strips with PRESTA removable valve cores.
Can I use this valve for tubular tyres?
No, a tubular tyre has its own valve. It's tubeless tyres that have separate valves. Tubular tyres need special rims. For tubeless tyres you can buy a conversion kit or use a wheel like the Fulcrum Two Way fit.
1 year, 10 months ago
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BRecumbent
Portland,Victoria
MP3 / mobile phone / key security pocketNeoprene pocketAdjustable hook & loop armband to fit allPower Mesh vented armbandIncludes Vizion L.E.D
What are the dimensions of the pocket?
10 cms deep, 6 cms wide. It is elastic so it can expand a little width ways.
2 years, 11 months ago
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BRecumbent
Portland,Victoria