Cycling Gear Reviews

Road bikes, carbon wheels, and accessory reviews. Rigorous lab testing and real-world riding. So you can buy with confidence.

Trek Domane SL5 Review: 3 Months Real-World Verdict

Trek Domane SL5 Review: 3 Months Real-World Verdict

The Trek Domane SL5 ships with Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite tyres functional, but the weakest part of the stock build. After 1,000km, the Pirelli P Zero Race TLR is the upgrade that changed how the bike rides. Tubeless-ready, lower rolling resistance, and a natural fit for the Domane's clearance. Do this before anything else.

Elitewheels Drive II Review: The Full Truth

Elitewheels Drive II Review: The Full Truth

I bolted the MovingSports SL1200 65D onto my Trek and rode them for three months. At 1,416 grams and $850 with code MIKEDEE, nothing at this weight comes close at the price. Here's the full verdict spoke tension data, crash replacement breakdown, and whether the hub quirk is actually a dealbreaker.

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Bikes

Bikes

I review Western and Chinese bikes, from Trek to SAVA. I buy them all, so you don’t have to.

Wheels

Wheels

Moving from $350 to $1500 carbon wheels. Is it actually worth paying significantly more?

Clothing

Clothing

Skip the hype and find out exactly what bib shorts and jerseys actually deliver

Accessories

Accessories

We buy and test everything from bike lights to bike computers, so you don’t have to.

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Superteam Ultra H2 Carbon Wheels Review

Superteam Ultra H2 Carbon Wheels Review

Best spoke tension I've ever recorded. 38 grams lighter than spec. One internal carbon result I didn't see coming. Full Superteam Ultra H2 review.

Trek Speed Concept SL7 Review: Worth $10,000?

Trek Speed Concept SL7 Review: Worth $10,000?

A $10,000 Trek Speed Concept SL7 Project One, bought with his own money. Here is the honest verdict.

Elitewheels ENT 2.0 vs Marvel II: Worth $500 More?

Elitewheels ENT 2.0 vs Marvel II: Worth $500 More?

Twelve months on the ENT 2.0, 5,000km on the Marvel II. One honest answer on whether $500 more actually buys you a faster wheel.

5 Best AliExpress Cycling Accessories Tested (2026)

5 Best AliExpress Cycling Accessories Tested (2026)

I bought and tested the 5 best-selling AliExpress cycling accessories so you don't have to guess. Here's what's worth your money.

5 Budget AliExpress Cycling Accessories Reviewed

5 Budget AliExpress Cycling Accessories Reviewed

Five budget AliExpress cycling accessories. One Ironman triathlete. Real rides, honest verdicts from a $3 arm sleeve to a 3D-printed saddle.

Beginner Cycling Gear Guide: What You Actually Need

Beginner Cycling Gear Guide: What You Actually Need

17 things you actually need as a beginner cyclist. Personally tested gear across budget and premium brands no fluff, no unnecessary spend.