product reviews

Cell Omeo 2.0 review

In this article CTech editor Matt Wikstrom reviews the Cell Omeo 2.0.

I had the opportunity to attend the Trek Madone 7-series launch back in 2012, and now with new updates to the frame, Trek claims that the new Madone is more aero, more comfortable, offers better rear brake performance, and is lighter than ever before. In this review, we take a look at the updates, the […]

Wheelworks custom-built wheel review

Wheelworks is a New Zealand shop devoted to custom-built wheelsets. The majority of their customers come from outside of NZ to take advantage of their bespoke service. They provided CyclingTips with two wheelsets to review to highlight the advantages of going custom. Here’s CTech Editor Matt Wikstrom’s review.

Stages Powermeter Review

There have been a number of advancements in powermeter technology in the past year and all this competition is a fantastic thing for consumers – it means better technology, more choices, and better prices for users entering the market. On that note, Stages is a newcomer to the powermeter scene and the company is already […]

Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 Review

Giant was a latecomer to the aerobike trend which saw their Propel launched at the beginning of 2013 after an exhaustive 88 revisions. In that time we’ve seen a full WorldTour season unfold with Belkin riding the Propel at various races and I’ve finally had the chance to test one out for myself.

Swiss Side Franc wheelset review

Swiss Side uses bona fide Swiss engineering, a pragmatic customer-direct sales strategy, and the slogan “Engineered Freedom” to sell its wheelsets. In this review CTech Editor Matt Wikstrom assesses Swiss Side’s Franc wheelset, an aluminium alloy clincher that costs less than $600.

Specialized S-Works Roubaix SL4 Disc Review

If you followed Eurobike and Interbike last month you would have seen that all the major road bike brands are moving full steam ahead when it comes to disc brake models. In this piece we review the Specialized Roubaix S-Works Disc and put it through its paces.

3T Accelero 40 Team wheelset review

3T is well known for its stems and handlebars but the company also has a range of wheelsets on the market. In this review CTech editor Matt Wikstrom looks at their Accelero 40 Team wheelset which features a 43mm deep carbon/alloy hybrid rim and retails for a little under $1,800.

Pro Cycling Manager 2013 review

The Tour de France might be over for another year but there’s a way you can relive the world’s biggest bike race and even affect the outcome. Pro Cycling Manager 2013 for the PC, Xbox 360 and PS3 is the latest iteration in Cyanide Studios’ cycling simulator and we took it for a spin.

Argon 18 Gallium Pro review

The Gallium Pro is Argon 18′s flagship road bike with a distinctive adjustable head tube length. The frameset blends rigidity and comfort in fine measure but it is its sure-footed handling that stands out and makes for a versatile bike that will suit both novice and experienced riders.