Williams Cycling is branching out into complete road bikes and frames under the Aeros label, highlighted by the new Genesis modelJames Huang/Future Publishing
Williams Cycling claims the Aeros Genesis can go toe-to-toe with aero road frames from major brands, but at a much lower costJames Huang/Future Publishing
The all-carbon tapered fork on the Aeros Genesis from Williams Cycling weighs 458gJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Aeros Genesis frame is ready for electronic drivetrains with wire-friendly internal routing and dedicated battery mountsJames Huang/Future Publishing
Biologic’s Bike Mount Plus for iPhone 5/5S seals your smartphone in a rain and splashproof caseJames Huang/Future Publishing
Even when sealed up in the case, special ports still leave the speakers and microphone fully functional. Flip-down plugs provide access to the headphone and Lightning ports tooJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Bontrager Rhythm Softshell Hoodie jacket features a water- and wind-resistant softshell exterior with a hood big enough for helmets and enough room for insulating layersJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Bontrager Rhythm Softshell Hoodie jacket’s casual styling looks good on or off the bikeJames Huang/Future Publishing
Looking to upgrade the pulleys on your SRAM XX1 rear derailleur? Enduro’s ZERO pulleys feature a hybrid ceramic bearing cartridge with specially treated steel races plus machined Delrin wheelsJames Huang/Future Publishing
Feedback Sports’ latest Pro Truing Stand is a tidy one-armed solution to keeping your wheels straight and roundJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Feedback Sports Pro Truing Stand features a spring-loaded nylon indicator tip that won’t mar carbon or aluminium rimsJames Huang/Future Publishing
Slide the indicator arm up and use the built-in slot to help true warped disc rotorsJames Huang/Future Publishing
Included with the Feedback Sports Pro Truing Stand is a sturdy steel base, a bench mount and two adapters for use with through-axle hubsJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Magura TS8 eLECT 100 29 feature a trick electronically controlled compression damper that automatically opens and closes depending on the terrainJames Huang/Future Publishing
The remarkably compact Magura eLECT compression damper packs a rechargeable Li-ion battery, accelerometer and servo-controlled valve in a tidy drop-in packageJames Huang/Future Publishing
Dual arches should yield fantastic torsional rigidity on the Magura TS8 eLECT 100 29 forkJames Huang/Future Publishing
Magura’s take on a quick-release through-axle requires a tool – but it’s conveniently stored in the other end of the axleJames Huang/Future Publishing
Sidi has updated the Spider SRS mountain bike shoes with a stiffer fibre-reinforced nylon soleJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Sidi Spider lacks the company’s adjustable heel cup but still holds securelyJames Huang/Future Publishing
Don’t be fooled by the faux carbon fibre weave pattern molded into the sole. The Sidi Spider SRS is built on a fibre reinforced nylon sole, not a true carbon fibre oneJames Huang/Future Publishing
Specialized’s new S-Works Road Tubeless tyres are impressively supple with rolling resistance and ride quality that rivals some of the best tube-type clinchers we’ve usedJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Syncros Speed Ride wallet keeps all of your essentials organised in one handy package that fits into most jersey pocketsJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Syncros Speed Ride wallet has specific compartments for your identification cards, money, a mini-tool, glueless patch kit, tyre levers and even your smartphoneJames Huang/Future Publishing
The Velo Vie Vitesse 500 is very attractively priced thanks to the company’s direct sales business modelJames Huang/Future Publishing
Not many machines can offer a complete SRAM Red 22 group on a carbon fibre frame for this little moneyJames Huang/Future Publishing
Velo Vie offers its own Essor-brand carbon clincher wheels as an optional upgradeJames Huang/Future Publishing
Mechanical deraillleur cables are neatly fed through the head tube on the Velo Vie Vitesse 500. Small rubber plugs conceal the unused Di2/EPS ports on the side of the down tubeJames Huang/Future Publishing
Both the seatstays and chainstays are stoutly shaped on the Velo Vie Vitesse 500James Huang/Future Publishing
It’s the end of yet another week, and that means only one thing in the BikeRadaroffice – it’s time for our Friday Five-a-side round up of the most interesting bits and pieces of road cycling and mountain biking gear that have recently landed on our doorstep. Take a closer look at what we’ll be testing in the upcoming weeks and months.
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Biologic’s bike mount plus for iphone 5/5s seals your smartphone in a rain and splashproof case: biologic’s bike mount plus for iphone 5/5s seals your smartphone in a rain and splashproof caseJames Huang/Future Publishing
Commuters who like to keep their iPhone 5/5S in view but also regularly tackle inclement weather can consider Biologic’s Bike Mount Plus to keep their precious smartphones safe. The hard-shelled plastic case features a weatherproof design with O-ring seals, a touchscreen-compatible transparent membrane, and quick-release clamps that together will supposedly seal out rain and splashes – just don’t go scuba diving with it.
Clever SoundPipe channels keep the speakers and microphone working even when the case is shut, additional sealed ports allow access to the headphone and Lightning ports, and there’s even a folding ‘kickstand’ on the back for tabletop use. The included clamp will fit most stems and handlebars with 360-degree rotation for portrait or landscape viewing.
Specialized’s new s-works road tubeless tires are impressively supple will rolling resistance and ride quality that rivals some of the best tube-type clinchers we’ve used:James Huang/Future Publishing
Specialized’s impressive overhaul of its road tyre range continues to soldier forward with the new S-Works Turbo Road Tubeless. In contrast to the company’s previous Road Tubeless offering, this revamped version is built with a far thinner and suppler 180tpi casing, yet can still be run without sealant.
We’ve already starting logging miles on our test samples and just like with the latest non-tubeless Turbo tyres, these are awfully impressive with a surprisingly supple ride. As promised, the Gripton synthetic rubber compound produces a notably fast roll and excellent grip. In fact, Specialized even claims that these new tubeless tyres have nearly identical rolling resistance to the non-tubeless S-Works version.
Actual weight for a 700x24mm sample is 256g – 30g less than the Continental Grand Prix 4000s and ultralight butyl tube it replaced, even with sealant installed.
The syncros speed ride wallet keeps all of your essentials organized into one handy package that fits into most jersey pockets:James Huang/Future Publishing
Hate using saddle packs but tired of having little bits floating around in your jersey pocket? The Syncros Speed Ride wallet includes dedicated compartments for your smartphone, glueless patch kit, tyre levers, money, identification, money and a mini-tool – all in a tidy nylon pack that fits easily in your jersey pocket. There’s even an elastic loop to secure a mini-pump.
Sadly, none of those accessories are actually included in the asking price but chances are you’ve already got most of them already.
Williams cycling is branching out into complete road bikes and frames under the aeros label, highlighted by the new genesis model :James Huang/Future Publishing
Williams Cycling made its name by offering reasonably priced, high quality road wheelsets direct to consumers. Company founder Keith Williams recently branched out into componentry and is now making the leap to carbon fibre and aluminium road framesets under the Aeros label.
This top-end Genesis model features a modular monocoque carbon fibre frame made in Taiwan by the folks at Trigon. Key features include deep-profile tubing, a tapered head tube, convertible internal cable routing and a conventional threaded bottom bracket shell – plus stiffness, ride, aerodynamic, and durability characteristics that Williams claims will rival similar models from the major labels.
Pricing on the bare frameset is pretty good but the fully built options are downright cheap, with a complete Shimano Dura-Ace machine going for just US$4,385. Actual weight for our 49cm sample (535mm effective top tube) is 1,149g with the matching fork adding another 458g. We’ll have ours built up and on the road shortly so stay tuned for a ride report.
