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- Review Count19
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- First Review18 July 2013
- Last Review18 May 2016
- Featured Reviews0
- Average Rating3.6
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- First Question12 September 2012
- Last Question03 December 2016
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- Answer Count7
- Helpfulness Votes2
- First Answer21 September 2012
- Last Answer09 December 2016
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For when you'd rather let your quads do the talking, a cage so stealthy it makes the average Ninja look like he's wearing Mapei kit!
Overall rating
OK but Camelbak podium bottles don't fit
Posted18 May 2016
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"The cage is ok but I use Camelbak podium bottles which are a very tight fit. The 710ml and 750ml podoium bottles don't fit as the neck clip doesn't engage properly making the bottle very tight and difficult to get out."
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The easy way to install headsets and bottom bracket bearings, the Park Tools Home Mechanic Bearing Cup Press is compatible with a number of different press fit components
Overall rating
A god basic tool
Posted18 May 2016
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"Works well. The threaded bar seems a bit long which means you have to spin the handles on a long way but that doesn't detract from its use.
It is worthwhile getting the removal tool as this contains some extra guides fro the replacement bearings which help."
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Swissstop Flash Pro BXP the latest aluminium rim compound. The Non sticky predictable linear feel provides improved modulation, power and braking in all conditions.
Overall rating
Great modulation, Great stopping power and lasts
Posted25 January 2016
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I had a set of Ultegra pads on my bike which wore out in about 2200km. I tried these Swissstop ones and they are great. I think they have better modulation than the Ultegra pads and give great stoping power in the wet as well as dry. I have long since passwed the 3000km mark and they are still going strong."
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Monitor your pedaling cadence and/or speed as you ride with these easy-to-install wireless sensors. Simply attach the sensors and ride. With no magnets or other exposed parts to line up, these sensors are easy to install, maintain and move between bikes.
Overall rating
Excellent and works with other GPS units
Posted27 September 2015
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I bought these to replace a broken Bryton dual sensor. Being magnet free means there is no trying to align the wheel magnet, the unit and the crank magnet.
They work very well and I have paired them with my Bryton GPS and my BKool turbo.
They do take a few seconds to wake up and the GPS can think they are not there until the wheels have spun for a couple of seconds.
Only downside is the bands that attach the cadence sensor. They have very little give in them and become deformed. They also are very easy to split if caught by a stone."
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The Kéo Blade 2 is a more reassuring, more stable, lighter and more powerful pedal with its design completely integrating the blade for better aerodynamics. With 3 cleat release resistances available to satisfy all cyclists.
Overall rating
Lasted a year
Posted14 August 2015
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I bought these as replacement for my old Keo pedals.
Nice and light but first problem is they are so light they do not self position. You get used to it after a while, you have to kick them into place with your toe.
But 1 year on the bearing in one pedal has started to grind and the seal on the other has broken. The pedals are now creaking like crazy. I thought it was a bottom bearing going so changed that but turned out to be the pedal.
They squeak at times and the recommended approach is a bit of oil on the cleat. This works but does make you feel like you are riding on ice as there is no resistance to rotation.
Also if you ride on a bumpy surface the carbon blade will make a clack sound as if you have come uncleated. Its just a nocie you have to get used to.
Over all not a thought through design. I am hoping to get mine replaced under warranty but not sure of I want the same ones back."
Cons: Low Quality, Wears Out Easily, noisy
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Cycliq Fly6 Integrated Rear Light with Action Camera
The Cycliq Fly6 combines a 30 lumen rear light with a 720p action camera mounted in a weatherproof housing. The Fly6 mounts behind your saddle to capture all the action going on behind you.
Overall rating
A great safety aid
Posted24 May 2015
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I purchased this because I wanted a safety camera rather than an action camera and was looking for more than the 2 hours battery life you get from a go-pro.
Quality of the video is good, easily good enough to see number plates and faces and good enough to post up when friends riding behind make silly mistakes. The picture is very stable, better than most go-pro footage I have seen.
Although mounted above the rear wheel, on my bike there are no mudguards, the unit shrugs off water with droplets disappearing off the lens seconds after they have landed.
My easily lasts the advertised 6 hours when the lights are off. I am currently awaiting the new Fly12 to add to the front of the bike.
I replaced the shipped 8GB micro SD card with a 32GB which means I get to keep a whole 8 hours footage. This is not really necessary for a safety camera, the 8GB card will hold 2 hours worth, but the quality is good enough to use to keep some memorable bits.
Some reviews have said the latch is very tight and it is at first. I found the best way to remove the light from the mount was to turn a flat bladed screwdriver sideways in the latch to release it. Once the light has been removed 2 or 3 times the latch loosens p but still hods the light firmly when on the road. Also a bit of lube on the rails of the mount help it lift off slightly easier.
An added bonus is Cycliq are a really responsive company and listen to ideas and requests from their customers.
The price is also excellent for a really good light and a great camera."
Pros: Durable, Great Value, High Quality
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Odlo Evolution Warm Crew Neck LS Base Layer
The evolution warm crew neck long sleeve base layer acts like a second skin, soft and comfortable but with optimal moisture control. Perfect insulation. The "zoned technology" provides total freedom of movement. Great for activities in colder climates.
Overall rating
Great base layer for the winter
Posted20 March 2015
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simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 55-64
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I wanted a warmer base layer for the winter and preferably one with thermolite. This base layer fits well, it is nice a long which is great for the bike. I followed the sizing guide and found it accurate. It wicks sweat away well."
Pros: Comfortable, Good Fit
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The professional work-stand also used by Pro Tour teams, designed to meet their needs, Completely height-adjustable, with possibility of rotating the top part even with the bicycle mounted.
Overall rating
Great bike stand, esp for carbon frames
Posted05 February 2015
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 45-54
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I bought this bike stand to replace a pervious black dog one. The main reason being my black dog one clamped around the seat post and this wouldn't work with the split seat post my Canyon has.
The fork//dropout mounts are great and fit easily, unlike the Tacx stand I tried befoe this one. This is important as hub mounts on my forks are inset. The bottom brackets rests well on the otehr end of the arm and the strap holds it all firmly. The ability to allow the bike to be rotated or locked in place is very useful when working on it or cleaning.
Its strudy and stays firmly in place.
Only down side is the fork mounts have to be moved to put it away so they can't be left in the right place but it takes very little to get them positioned again when mounting the bike.
Overall a good stand."
Pros: Durable, Adjustable, Good Fit
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Tacx Spider Team Workstand 2014
The Spider Team is light, compact when folded away and easy to carry with a rotatable and tilting work surface. The triangular profiled tubes are anodised making them detergent-resistant and exchangeable fork holders are included.
Overall rating
A great product IF it fits your bike
Posted22 September 2014
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 45-54
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I bought this stand so I could work on my Canyon endurace carbon framed bike. The problem is the front fork mounts don't actually fit. If your bike has a front fork that is flush with the fork end then it may fit although it will be carrying some pressure on the fork itself. If, like my Canyon, the fork steps out (in towards the wheel) away from the fork end the front fork mounts will come into contact with the fork rather than the fork ends and a) mean you are crushing your fork (not good) or b) the front fork just springs out. The various insets for the fork mounts are actually for different size axles and don't help with this problem.
Its a pity because it would be simple to get it right and it is such an obvious design flaw.
The stand looks great, is light and easy to assemble and if this problem was fixed it would be great."
Pros: Attractive, Adjustable, Lightweight
Cons: Poor Fit
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Camelbak Podium Big Chill Fluo Bottle - 750ml
The Podium Big Chill Fluo 750ml bottle is a large capacity insulated bottle. The double-wall construction with insulation keeps water cold twice as long as regular sports bottles. The new self-sealing Jet Valve nozzle is removable for ease of cleaning.
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Improved nozzle
Posted09 June 2014
simplesimon59
fromBedford, UK
Country : United Kingdom
Age : 45-54
Interest : Road Cyclist
Level : Regular
Gender : Male
"I like Camelbak bottle because they have a great nozzle that you don't need to open with your teeth and wont leak. The new ones have a wider nozzle which is better. The Chill bottle is good as it keeps teh drink a bit cooler on the hot days. It is just athermal wrapper so no freezing the bottle before hand.
The thermal insulation means it is longer than the normal large podium bottle so won't fit many women's bikes."
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A complete top-of-the-range gear cable set designed to suit Dura-Ace 7900 and Ultegra 6700 gears. Fitting new gears or completely overhauling your gear cabling couldn't be easier - everything you need in one pack.
Does the kit include the SL Guide
The Shimano tech manual suggests changes the SL guide when changing the gear inner cable. The kits say it contains the end caps but does it contain the SL guide to be inserted in the shifter? (see http://si.shimano.com/php/download.php?file=pdf/dm/DM-ST0002-04-ENG.pdf)
6 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
Fortezza TriComp Folding Tyre
The best selling tyre from the Vredestein range. The Fortezza TriComp is Vredestein most popular competition tyre and is suitable for mixed weather conditions.
Any good as a winter tyre
I am looking to put some tyres with a better grip on my Gant Defy 1. I will probably go for 25mm. I have read various reviews and have a number of choices. These tyres seem to come out as having a lot of grip, which is my main concern.
Do they grip well in the wet?
Would you get these, Gators or Conti 4 seasons?
Do they grip well in the wet?
Would you get these, Gators or Conti 4 seasons?
4 years, 7 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
Tarmac NPU Road Overshoes
For the coming season the PRO overshoe range has been completely revamped and is bigger and better than ever. Innovative features, great designs, and excellent media reviews make PRO overshoes the obvious choice.
Help putting these overshoes on for a newbie
This is my first pair of overshoes and as they are neoprene I don't want to tear them especially before I have worked out if they fit. I have Specialized road shoes with velcro closures.
What is the best way to put these overshoes on?
I am sure I will feel dumb when the answer comes thru.
Thanks
What is the best way to put these overshoes on?
I am sure I will feel dumb when the answer comes thru.
Thanks
4 years, 9 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
simplesimon59's Answers
A complete top-of-the-range gear cable set designed to suit Dura-Ace 7900 and Ultegra 6700 gears. Fitting new gears or completely overhauling your gear cabling couldn't be easier - everything you need in one pack.
Does the kit include the SL Guide
The Shimano tech manual suggests changes the SL guide when changing the gear inner cable. The kits say it contains the end caps but does it contain the SL guide to be inserted in the shifter? (see http://si.shimano.com/php/download.php?file=pdf/dm/DM-ST0002-04-ENG.pdf)
Answering my own question, no its not included but contrary to the answer from Wiggle, the SL guide is in the old 10 gear 105 shifter.
In fact the kit doesn't even have enough ferrules in it, only 5 which means if you have barrel adjusters for on ride adjusting you need to by more. Also Shimano suggest ferrules with tongues should be used at the shifter end and these are not included.
Wont bother with this product again.
In fact the kit doesn't even have enough ferrules in it, only 5 which means if you have barrel adjusters for on ride adjusting you need to by more. Also Shimano suggest ferrules with tongues should be used at the shifter end and these are not included.
Wont bother with this product again.
6 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
The professional work-stand also used by Pro Tour teams, designed to meet their needs, Completely height-adjustable, with possibility of rotating the top part even with the bicycle mounted.
Will this be safe for my trek 4.3 carbon bike?
Will it be safe to use this stand on my 2015 trek 4.3 DOMANE with 105 group set?
Thanks
Thanks
I bought one of these stands for my Canyon carbon frame. It is fine as the bottom bracket just sits on a plastic ridge, the front or rear forks connect with a standard quick release skewer and there is an adjustable strap that passes over the down tube for added stability. I use mine for cleaning and repairs.
I tried the Tacx stand before this one but the fork mounts did not allow for the lawyers lips to be inset. The mounts on this stand are about the same size as a wheel axle.
I tried the Tacx stand before this one but the fork mounts did not allow for the lawyers lips to be inset. The mounts on this stand are about the same size as a wheel axle.
2 years, 3 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
The professional work-stand also used by Pro Tour teams, designed to meet their needs, Completely height-adjustable, with possibility of rotating the top part even with the bicycle mounted.
Do you have to have the rear wheel on the bike as shown to have it fixed to the stand or can you have both wheels removed & use the stand?
You can mount either the front forks or the rear dropouts on the stand so you can leave the front wheel in place, the rear wheel in place or neither.
2 years, 4 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
Castelli Summer Skullcap
The perfect piece to wear under your helmet in the summer. Mesh on the top allows for lots of airflow, while the Velocity fabric around the base absorbs moisture to keep it out of your eyes.
Sizing
will this onesize scullcap be enough tight on my head 54cm circumference?
Yes. I have a small head, about 54cm also, and the cap is plenty tight enough.
3 years ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
Helly Hansen Dry Revolution Long Sleeve Base Layer AW13
A comfortable and functional baselayer. This HH® Dry Revolution long-sleeve base layer top for men features the unique LIFA® fibre technology and a seamless construction.
Sizing
I am 69kg, 38 inch chest, 31/31 waist and 5ft 11.75. What size would you recomend?
I am 5'10" 75Kg and a slightly larger chest. The medium was bit a bit tight under the arms for me. I would suggest it should fit you nicely.
3 years, 3 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
Tarmac NPU Road Overshoes
For the coming season the PRO overshoe range has been completely revamped and is bigger and better than ever. Innovative features, great designs, and excellent media reviews make PRO overshoes the obvious choice.
what are the sizing guides on the overshoes
I have Specialized size 44 shoes. The XL size of these shoes fit well. They could probably handle size 45 shoes as well.
4 years, 8 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK
Tarmac NPU Road Overshoes
For the coming season the PRO overshoe range has been completely revamped and is bigger and better than ever. Innovative features, great designs, and excellent media reviews make PRO overshoes the obvious choice.
Help putting these overshoes on for a newbie
This is my first pair of overshoes and as they are neoprene I don't want to tear them especially before I have worked out if they fit. I have Specialized road shoes with velcro closures.
What is the best way to put these overshoes on?
I am sure I will feel dumb when the answer comes thru.
Thanks
What is the best way to put these overshoes on?
I am sure I will feel dumb when the answer comes thru.
Thanks
Thanks for the answers.
I ended up doing it the obvious way, i.e. put my shoes on and then try to slip the overshoe on. They are difficult to put on as they are very tight and your do have to use a lot of brute force to stretch the neoprene. Also you do have to keep an eye on the cleat as this can easily snag the inside.
I did discover that folding back the toe when I put my foot in helped a bit.
These would have been a lot easier to put on if the strap across the bottom had been velcro.
I ended up doing it the obvious way, i.e. put my shoes on and then try to slip the overshoe on. They are difficult to put on as they are very tight and your do have to use a lot of brute force to stretch the neoprene. Also you do have to keep an eye on the cleat as this can easily snag the inside.
I did discover that folding back the toe when I put my foot in helped a bit.
These would have been a lot easier to put on if the strap across the bottom had been velcro.
4 years, 9 months ago
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simplesimon59
Bedford, UK