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Top Gear: Bont Vapor T Shoes

As the name suggests, the Bont Vaypor T is based on their popular Vaypor shoe. This version, made especially for the boards, boasts hand made monocoque, unidirectional carbon and a single buckle, lace up combination that is pure track. Just like the Zero’s that carried Bradley Wiggins to victory in the Tour, they can be fully heat moulded and have just a 3.6mm stack height.

23rd December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Top Gear: Inspired Cycling CD's

Here’s something a little different for everyone who enjoys training at home. Each of these six cd’s are a fully guided training session from cycling coach, Brian Rabinowitz. The idea is that you can download them onto your mp3 player and train wherever you happen to be.

16th December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Top Gear: Black Elefant Kit

Hailing from Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs, Black Elefant are a new range of on the bike and off the bike clothing. Why Black Elefant? The company say “We've always had a strong affinity with elephants, from seeing LeRoy Neiman's striking Charging Bull serigraph in San Francisco to experiencing the awesome presence of elephants on a nature reserve in Africa. Elephants inspire a sense of direction, focus and strength. The spelling of elefant with an ‘f’ represents family, friends, fun and fitness.

16th December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Test Lab: Kyklos Featherweight Plus

Another custom coloured dream bike designed by Danilo di Luca. You want stiff? You got stiff!

“The big draw for Kyklos bikes is the pedigree of the design put into this young brand. Kyklos bikes are co-designed by current pro rider Danilo Di Luca; not many bikes are designed by a current day Giro d’Italia winner!”

16th December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Test Lab: 3LC Training DVD's

For many riders, spending an hour or two on the home trainer is tantamount to sitting through a Cliff Richard concert; tedious and painful. Of course everybody would prefer to be out on the road, but as most of us know, thanks to work, family and life in general, it’s not all that simple. 

9th December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Top Gear: Michelin Pro Race 4 & Endurance 4 Tyres

Michelin’s Pro Race 4 tyre comes from a proven pedigree of race performance. This latest incarnation still has the solid feel in the centre of the tyre, but grip has been improved on the outside for better cornering control, especially in the wet. Michelin say that it is up to 16% faster around corners in wet weather than the Pro Race 3. Weight is 200g.

9th December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Top Gear: MSC Ultralight Stem

If you’re looking at dropping some weight from your steed you ought to look at the MSC Ultralight stem. Available in lengths from 80mm to 120mm, a 100mm version weighs just 96g. It uses forged and CNC construction, Titanium hardware

9th December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Top Gear: Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Jersey and Bib Short

P.R.O. products from Pearl Izumi are a sign of quality. The jersey shown here uses P.R.O Transfer Direct-Vent fabric to give optimal moisture transfer and ventilation. It has a full length zipper for venting, an elasticised gripper on the back to keep it in place, three back pockets as well as a hidden sweat-proof pocket. Sizes – SM- XL. Colour – Varsity White

2nd December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Top Gear: Sigma 1609 Computer with Cadence

The Sigma 1609 bike computer is a handy training tool. It can be set for two bikes and automatically makes the adjustment when you switch. As well as a cadence sensor, it has a stopwatch, countdown function and all the common features.

2nd December 2012 · Leave a Comment · More »

Top Gear: Maxxis Rouler Tyre

The new Rouler is a lightweight, supple and race-ready tyre available in black, blue, red, and white. It is also available in a black wire bead option.

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